About this property

Elegant Garden: Wisteria Way in Waimamaku features a beautiful garden with lush greenery and outdoor furniture. Guests can relax in the serene setting and enjoy garden views from their balcony or outdoor dining area. Modern Amenities: The guest house offers free WiFi, a lounge, shared kitchen, coffee shop, and outdoor seating area. Additional facilities include a picnic area, family rooms, luggage storage, and free on-site private parking. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms are equipped with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, sofa beds, work desks, and soundproofing. Free streaming services and a TV enhance the stay experience. Convenient Location: Located 58 mi from Bay of Islands Airport, Wisteria Way provides easy access to local attractions. Highly rated for its garden, host, and property cleanliness.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Angelique
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely comfy beds and the individual bunk curtains for a bit of privacy were a nice touch. Lovely common room and everything was super clean and thoughtfully provided. A really welcoming stay and we'll definitely be back and recommend to others
  • Susan
    Canada Canada
    The owners Teresa and Bruce were so lovely and welcoming. And very helpful in recommending places to eat and visit. The breakfast (for an additional charge) was exceptional!!
  • Fei
    Singapore Singapore
    This place was a gem of a find! It's a charming little cottage run by a very warm and friendly couple. There are apple trees all over the property and it's clear that the garden is well-tended. The shared kitchen is large and well-furnished. The...
  • Anne
    Canada Canada
    We were initially hesitant to book at wisteria because of the shared bathrooms which we don’t normally like. We are so happy we booked at wisteria. What a special place. Our cottage was so beautiful and comfortable. The bathroom was very...
  • Phu
    United States United States
    Wonderful stay that just makes you feel as if you are at home. Bruce and Teresa are amazing hosts with the cottage (we stayed in Lavender Cottage) clean, well decorated and perfectly sized. The breakfast we had each morning was perfect and having...
  • Tracy
    Australia Australia
    The hosts going above and beyond. Getting my washing in when it started raining, taking my tyre to the garage to get repaired. Thanks Bruce.
  • Regina
    United States United States
    Bruce and Teresa were fabulous hosts! Our cottage was so romantic and cozy. I never rent a place where I have to share a bathroom, but I made an exception. I'm so glad I did! They had three toilet rooms, two with showers. They were extremely...
  • Elisabeth
    Australia Australia
    Incredible location, quiet, peaceful. The attention to detail was outstanding with everything thought of. Friendly owners and the perfect escape for our family
  • Chris_m
    Thailand Thailand
    Lovely little cottage with shared kitchen and bathroom. Even had a washing machine. Beautiful garden, stunning. Very spacious shared kitchen with Tv. Less than 15 min from beach, or Tune Mahuta.
  • Christopher
    United States United States
    Gardens excellent. Community room well stocked for cooking and comfort

Managed by Wisteria Way - Cottages, coffee, crafts and gifts

Company review score: 9.9Based on 410 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We are delighted to welcome you to our special place in the Hokianga. A project that has been in the making since 2020 and will continue to be a work in progress as the gardens and trees grow and expand. We are so pleased to share this space with you and help to make your Hokianga experience one you will remember. Opening in December 2022, our vision of creating a lovely space for travelers to stop and experience the special character and beauty of the Hokianga area, the Waipoua Forest, west coast beaches and the people that call it home. Our guests have loved the peace and tranquility of Wisteria Way - we have loved creating the space and sharing it with travelers from far and wide - from all corners of Aotearoa and so many far away places around the world. We invite you to visit, sit in the garden, listen to the birds, enjoy the ever changing gardens and create a memory to treasure. .

Property info

Nestled in pretty cottage gardens and surrounded by the beautiful native bush and hills of Wekaweka and Waimamaku valleys, our cottages and little coffee, crafts & gift shop are just a few minutes drive from the Waipoua Forest, the majestic kauri tree - Tane Mahuta and the other unique attractions of Hokianga. After a day exploring or as you pass through on your travels, our rustic country style cottages provide a restful and unique place to stop for the night or longer. Wake up to fresh country air and enjoy a pre-booked breakfast from our range of cafe style options in the garden at our little coffee shop or take it back to your cottage and breakfast on your verandah. Sip on a flat white or latte then venture out for the day's adventures in beautiful Hokianga and Northland. With meandering pathways through cottage gardens, our cottages are a quiet and restful place to stop for a night or for a while, gather with friends or family or prepare for the cycle climb into Waipoua Forest. Booking a private cottages, one with an ensuite, the other two, sharing our lovely bathrooms, kitchen and common room facilities gives you a range of price options to choose from. Modern day technology is just a click away with a t.v in two of the cottages and the common room and free wifi throughout so you can keep in touch and share your travel stories with friends and family. Wander through the gardens to the little shop, sit in the garden while you enjoy breakfast, sip on a morning coffee, listen to the tui and gaze upon the beautiful natural surrounds of the country setting. Heading north? Wisteria Way is just 10 minutes from the Hokianga Harbour and all it's attractions. Spend the day at the beach - then rest for the evening in the gentle touch of green bush, hills and countryside. Heading south ? Waipoua Forest is just up the road so stop and see the wonder of Tane Mahuta. Want to explore more of the Hokianga - book a couple of nights, relax and enjoy.

Neighborhood info

With Wisteria Way as your base, you can experience the many unique attractions of this special area. The beautiful Waipoua Forest and Tane Mahuta, the sandhills of the Hokianga Harbour, walks along the wildness of the west coast beaches and the cultural experiences of both Manea and Footprints Walks are but a few of the real and authentic offerings Hokianga holds. Are you travelling through on the Twin Coast Highway- stop a night and enjoy the peaceful country surrounds, a comfy bed and tasty breakfast and good coffee in the morning before you head on your way again.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Wisteria Way of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.