Fantail River Lodge

838 Puketona Road, 0204 Haruru, New Zealand – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>45</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
45 reviews

Beautiful location overlooking the river. Chris was a fantastic host. Would definitely stay here again!

Brian New Zealand
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Fantail River Lodge

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Set in the Bay of Islands, Fantail River Lodge offers a garden. All rooms feature a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. Rooms come with a balcony with views of the garden. The rooms at the guest house are fitted with a seating area. Every room is fitted with a kettle, while selected rooms here will provide you with a kitchenette with a microwave. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Paihia is 8 km from Fantail River Lodge, while Russell is 12 km away. The nearest airport is Bay of Islands Airport, 9 km from the accommodation. The Loft (Studio) is Pet friendly with a small private fenced garden. Queen Room with Garden View and King Room with Garden View are not suitable for Pets.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site

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Number of guests
 
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1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Haruru
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  • Brian
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Beautiful location overlooking the river. Chris was a fantastic host. Would definitely stay here again!”
  • Moira
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “I loved the country setting and the privacy. My daughter and granddaughters loved to walk around the property and enjoyed discovering the little bridge. The gardens were large and private, with beautiful plants.”
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Stunning property in a beautiful location. Chris could not have been more welcoming and helpful. The studio was well equipped and very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Christine Ager

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Christine Ager
Fantail River Lodge is set on the Waitangi River and is ideally located for exploring the Beautiful Bay of Islands. We are only a short drive away from Paihia where a ferry can take you across to historic Russell. Kerikeri is only 15 minutes drive away where you will find a fantastic market every weekend, plus we have plenty of Vineyards for you to explore Our property is set on 2 acres of native bush leading down to the Waitangi River where in the summer you can enjoy the BBQ and covered seating area. Our rooms are all separate from the main house which allows you as much privacy as you like. The Loft is a pet fully self contained unit with a private fenced garden; there is also a small BBQ on your private deck. The Fantail room in the Pavilion has its own private deck with a table and chairs looking into the garden, and the Kingfisher room has beautiful views into the gardens with a seating area on the small decking area (these rooms are not suitable for pets) Fantail River Lodge is only 16 years old and is quite unique in its design; we are situated just off the main road into Paihia but it feels like you are in the country when you start to explore the gardens
We look forward to welcoming you to Fantail River Lodge where you can do as much or as little as you like. We are always on hand to help you with any questions you may have with regard to things to do and see in the area. As a couple originally from the UK ( we have been here for 26 years) the Bay of Islands has always had a special place in our hearts. We feel so lucky to have found such a beautiful home and welcome the chance to share the property with you.
We are ideally located for exploring Paihia, Haruru and Kerikeri. Located in Haruru you will find the Phat House Brewery which serves a great selection of beers and they also make great Pizzas. The Phat House is also pet friendly so if you are staying in the Loft you can take your fur baby with you. Paihia has a great range of eateries rating from simple food to fine dining, and while you are here you must visit the famous Duke of Marlborough over in Russell. There are lots of Vineyards in the surrounding area, what better way to spend an afternoon!! There are two Golf courses nearby and of course lots of excursions that you can book
Language spoken: English

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Facilities of Fantail River Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Airport shuttle
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Adult only
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Fantail River Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 20:00

    Check-out

    Available 24 hours

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Due to Covid restrictions the rooms are not serviced daily.

    Please inform Fantail River Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Fantail River Lodge

    • Room options at Fantail River Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Studio

    • Check-in at Fantail River Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Fantail River Lodge is 3.1 miles from the centre of Haruru. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Fantail River Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding

    • The prices at Fantail River Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.