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At TravelEssence we are convinced that accommodation should be far more than just a place to sleep. It should be a place that you feel pleased to be in. Comfortable, spacious, great views, away from the masses, peace and tranquillity. For the same or less money as a standard hotel or a camper, you can be staying somewhere special in the nature. The accommodations we offer are small – scale and carefully chosen. Because we are frequently visiting the different accommodations you can be sure of their quality. 

 

In every place you get a warm welcome by your hosts who know how to make yourself fell at home. You will stay with locals who are happy to share their knowledge on the region. In many cases you can enjoy walks through forests or over mountains, or swims in private waterfalls or thermal pools all without leaving your accommodation. Stay a few days on every spot, enjoy, discover and relax. At their place you feel more like a friend than a tourist.





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The Bay Cottage

Price

NZ$ 230 - 285


Hosts

Maureen & Don Hurst


Where

Northland


The Bay Cottage provides a unique 'Hideaway Holiday stopover", a cosy cottage for two in a waterfront location in a peaceful sheltered Bay.  The two level dwelling is surrounded by native bush and bird life.   The Cottage is situated in Te Wahapu Bay where this area and The Bay Of Islands in general, was the scene of the first European habitation in New Zealand.




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The Sunset Cottage

Price

NZ& 160 - 205


Where

Northland


Sleep

Queen beds


Another quality 'Hideaway Holidays' Cottage 'built for two' on an elevated coastal site with extensive sea and countryside views and all-day sun position. Fully self-contained, one level with ample deck space facing the sea.  Fringed by native trees and plants and ample bird life.

 




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Guadalest

Price

NZ $ 250


Where

Northland


Sleep

Super king beds


Guadalest offers a very warm welcome to guests. For the first time, this prestigious family home is available for bed & breakfast holiday accommodation. Overlooking the Bay of Islands it has stunning views from a sun-drenched patio featuring an infinity pool and barbecue area - the perfect spot in which to relax and unwind.




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Woods Bed & Breakfast

Price

NZ$ 205 - 220


Hosts

Simone & Martin


Where

Auckland


The Woods has two spacious well appointed rooms complete with luxurious en-suite bathrooms. Surrounded by 360 degrees of native trees and birds it is perfect for relaxation and privacy within a tranquil setting. There are two spacious lounge areas with comfortable seating and a roaring log fire to make for a cosy evening in with a glass (or two!) of wine.




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Omaha Beach House

Price

NZ $ 350


Hosts

Patrick Bourke


Where

Auckland


“Just Pure Bliss” – Omaha Beach House is a unique architectually designed modern accommodation on the North Island offering unobstructed views over the sand dunes to Omaha Beach and the Matakana Coast with Great Barrier Island on the horizon. The accommodation is close to the beach and it is only 7 minutes drive to the vineyards of Matakana, the local Omaha saturday morning market and various art galleries.




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Langham Hotel Auckland

Price

NZ $ 196 - 256


Where

Auckland


Sleep

King / twin beds


The Langham Hotel Auckland exudes a timeless elegance that celebrates the past, yet embraces the future. As a luxury Auckland hotel, we will enchant you with our tradition of graceful living.




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Kuaotunu Bay Lodge

Price

NZ$ 295


Hosts

Lorraine & Bill Muir


Where

Coromandel


An elegant beach house overlooking Kuaotunu bay, on a 4 hectare property in both bush and pasture. Purpose built for guests in 2000 we offer a true :"kiwi" experience in a relaxed style.




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Redwood Lodge

Price

NZ$ 158


Hosts

Julie & Donovan


Where

Waikito


Redwood lodge is a superbly comfortable country lodge and sits amid 8 acres of peaceful rolling \'park-like\' grounds including an acre of redwood forest. Guests can be assured of a warm and friendly welcome, and smart accommodation offering some essential home-from-home comforts.




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The Mud Hut

Price

NZ$ 295


Hosts

Oscar Nathan


Where

Rotorua


Exclusively yours, and located adjacent to the bubbling mud pools and fumaroles of Kuirau Park, the MUD HUT Maruata is a proudly Maori owned and operated oasis, that is centrally located and contemporary in design. Soak yourself in the healing waters waiariki of the outdoor spa bath or learn more about the local people Te Arawa and the language te reo as you read through the literature and stories of this magical slice of Aotearoa New Zealand. 




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Lakestay Rotoiti

Price

NZ$ 150 - 165


Hosts

Graeme & Raewyn


Where

Nelson


Absolute waterfront, private beach and jetty with complimentary use of kayaks, row boat and bicycles. This is a truly unique summer or winter holiday experience. Swim, sunbathe or relax and enjoy gorgeous lake edge setting.




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Nicara Lakeside Cottage

Price

NZ $ 355 - 420


Where

Bay of Plenty


Sleep

King and queen beds


Nicara Lakeside Cottage, on the shores of Lake Rotorua, stands in its own grounds with superb lakeside views, a small beach and private jetty. The enclosed gardens are a special feature, leading to the lake. A covered pergola offers a sheltered setting to enjoy drinks as the sun sets. A wide elevated deck is an ideal place to sunbathe or BBQ. Nicara Cottage has been assessed by Qualmark, the official New Zealand accreditation agency as 4+ Stars under their "Holiday Home" category.




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Nicara Lakeside Lodge

Price

NZ $ 485 - 525


Hosts

Heather & Mike


Where

Bay of Plenty


Imagine yourself feeding the wildfowl from the spacious grounds, exploring private beaches in a kayak or simply relaxing in your luxury accommodation. Experience a helicopter or floatplane excursion; skim across the lake in a jetboat or troll for a trout and all this right from the grounds of our luxury lodge - Nicara Lakeside Lodge.




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Treetops Lodge & Wilderness Experience

Price

NZ $ 665 - 1160


Hosts

John Sax


Where

Bay of Plenty


New Zealand, or Aotearoa, is a mythical land steeped in legend and mystery. The diverse landscape of Rotorua is where adventure abounds. Treetops Lodge offers the ultimate in world class luxury accommodation and is located in the heart of the trout fishing capital of the world and famed therapeutic thermal region, Rotorua, New Zealand.




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The River Lodge

Price

NZ$ 248


Hosts

Gayle & Denton


Where

Central Plateau


The lodge offers 4 superbly appointed rustic timber units in lodge and boutique cottage style accommodation.  Lying on the banks of the Mangawhero river spacious units and guest only facilities provide for a relaxing private retreat taking in prominent views of Mt Ruapehu.




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Tom´s Cottages

Price

NZ $ 250 - 400


Hosts

Linda & Van Howard


Where

Hawkes Bay


Tom’s Cottages is a romantic accommodation in a natural setting. A perfect location to relax and enjoy the calm and rest in the Tuki Tuki River Valley on the North Island of New Zealand.




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Kapiti Nature Lodge

Price

NZ $ 352 - 402


Hosts

Amo & John


Where

Wellington


Kapiti island Alive & Kapiti Nature Lodge is one of New Zealand’s premier nature experiences, offering bush and coastal walks and treks, and simple but comfortable bush cottages and cabins. We have options to be very active, or very relaxed. Kapiti Island is a protected island wildlife sanctuary, with exclusive entry limited to small number of visitors daily. No large crowds or mass tourism to worry about at Kapiti Island. 




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Booklovers B&B

Price

NZ $ 215 - 300


Hosts

Jane Tolerton


Where

Wellington


Booklovers Bed and Breakfast is an elegantly-restored Victorian house in downtown Wellington, owned and operated by writer Jane Tolerton. It is the perfect place for people who love culture and nature. It is close to mid-city, within walking distance of dozens of cafes and restaurants, Te Papa (the national museum), the Museum of Wellington and the City Art Gallery.




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Dehra Doon Chalets

Price

NZ$ 135


Hosts

Rodney & Cherie Trevurza


Where

Nelson


Dehra Doon Chalets on the South Island is a quiet, comfortable accommodation in a rural setting on a private 6 hectare lifestyle block. The Abel Tasman National Park, Kaiteriteri Beach and the village of Motueka are all within a 10 minute drive.




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Korimako Lodge

Price

NZ$ 590 - 690


Hosts

Steve & Wendy Wood


Where

Nelson


Korimako is a small country lodge in a spectacular setting - glorious views, secluded, casually stylish and relaxing. You can fish for trout in a brown trout fishing paradise, explore the forest, raft and kayak the nearby rivers, observe the birdlife, walk in the forest, explore our historic district or simply sit back and relax and soak up the view.




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Edenhouse

Price

NZ$ 1290


Hosts

Peter & Bobbie Martin


Where

Nelson


Tatler, the UK society magazine, has named Edenhouse as one of the “101 Best Hotels of the World” in its 2010 Travel Guide. This prestigious small lodge is situated within 48 acres of private grounds and extensive gardens.




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Kina Beach Vineyard

Price

NZ $ 235 - 510


Hosts

Dave and Pam Birt


Where

Abel Tasman


Fancy staying in the middle of the vineyards? That is possible in The Old Schoolhouse Vineyard Cottage, a stylish accommodation in a picturesque setting amongst rows of grapevines of Kina Beach Vineyard, only 200 m from Kina Beach on the South Island.




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Glenfern Villas

Price

NZ$ 153 - 280


Hosts

Wendy & Marcel


Where

West Coast


Glenfern Villas, just 3,5 kilometers north of the Franz Josef township, offers 18 villas, located in a rural setting with alpine, bush and rural views from every villa. This is an ideal place for a holiday adventure in the mountains or a relaxing stay in a tranquil surrounding.




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Awatuna Homestead

Price

NZ$ 290 - 370


Hosts

Pauline & Hemi Te Rakau


Where

West Coast


Situated on the New Zealand West Coast of the South Islands Southern Alps. Awatuna Homestead offers you so much more than just an elegant accommodation. It is really an escape to a cultural world where you can relax amidst a peaceful setting, yet enjoy a touch of luxury and homely elegance, gain some understanding of the Maori aspects of the Homestead and its environment. 




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Mahitahi Lodge

Price

NZ $ 340


Where

Bruce Bay


Sleep

Super king and twin beds


Mahitahi Lodge is surrounded by the majestic South Westland landscape in the township of Bruce Bay, the gateway to Glacier Country.  The bay itself is unique in that the ancient rimu forests reach down to the quiet rugged beach.Bruce Bay, Te Tauraka o Maui, has special cultural significance to maori. Visit the nearby Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers and Lake Mathieson (the mirror lake) is a “must see” while here as well.




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Hydrangea Cottages

Price

NZ $ 190 - 295


Where

West Coast


Sleep

Queen beds


Hydrangea cottages are secluded and stylish self contained cottages surrounded by native bush, wild hydrangeas and huge limestone outcrops.We are 600m south of the Pancake Rocks and border the Paparoa National Park, with sweeping views of the Tasman sea.




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Birds Ferry Lodge

Price

NZ $ 275 - 425


Hosts

Allison & Andre Gygax


Where

West Coast


Take time out, (you won’t regret it,) from your journey for a few days, to relax and unwind at Birds Ferry Lodge.




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Hamilton Apartment

Price

NZ$ 180


Hosts

Kerry & Murray Cox


Where

Canterbury


Hamilton apartment is a self contained, top floor apartment with its own access. It has amazing views of the lake, mountains and the stars at night. A quiet and relaxing place to stay.




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Nikau Lodge

Price

NZ $ 170 - 230


Where

Canterbury


Sleep

King, queen and twin beds


Relax in the garden hot-tub, sit on the verandah with a glass of wine and gaze at the stars and snow-capped mountains, or enjoy our lounge for cosy evenings next to the woodfire. Known as Old Maud Foster\'s place after the original owner, Nikau Lodge was built in 1925. The glow of native Rimu and Matai is everywhere, and the warm burgundy and yellow colours give to the place a cosy homely feeling...




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SurfWatch B&B

Price

NZ $ 250 335


Hosts

Lynn and David


Where

Canterbury


Come and gaze at our fabulous view, with the ocean so close you can smell the salt spray!  Catch a romantic  moonrise, a theatrical sunset performance, or experience a screaming southerly front approach?  Watch dolphins play at the edge of the front lawn, or maybe just outside your room window? 




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Peel Forest Lodge

Price

NZ $ 350-400


Hosts

Penny & Bert


Where

Canterbury


Peel Forest Lodge is one of the South Island\'s best kept secrets, nestled amongst native bush on the edge of the Southern Alps. Enjoy the warmth of this fully equipped, modern log home.




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Parkbrae Estate

Price

NZ & 150-260


Hosts

Carolyn & Graeme Murray


Where

Lake Tekapo


"Parkbrae Estate is so much more than a stay... it is an experience! Preferred by so many due to its unique style cottages and units (apartments), peaceful surroundings and privileged location! No doubt the spot in Tekapo!




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Riverrun Lodge

Price

NZ$ 375 - 500


Hosts

Meg


Where

Otago


Riverrun offers relaxation, fine food and wine, space, peace and privacy and magnificent views only 5kms drive from Wanaka resort. Set on an escarpment with panoramic views of the Southern Alps, the lodge is surrounded by 500 acres bordering the Clutha and Cardrona rivers with walks and running trails on the property.




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Te Wanaka Lodge

Pice

NZ $ 213 - 330


Hosts

Many & Wayne Enoka


Where

Otago


Come discover the secret that is Te Wanaka Lodge.  Nestled beneath the old walnut tree, Te Wanaka Lodge provides a haven of beauty and relaxation in the heart of Lake Wanaka village.  One block from the town centre, two blocks from the lake, the Lodge is perfectly appointed for you to enjoy your time here ... yet still feel set apart from the hustle and bustle.




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Captain Eady´s Lookout

Price

NZ $ 170-185


Where

Otago


Sleep

Queen beds


Captain Eady\'s Lookout, a delightful home stay bed and breakfast, is situated on the water’s edge at Portobello on the Otago Peninsula, 20 km\'s from Dunedin.




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Captains Lookout

Price

NZ 207 - 250$


Hosts

Christine & Jim


Where

Fiordland


The Captains Lookout is locared at Lake Manapouri which has about 35 small and large islands, 100kms of shoreline varying from tiny white beaches to sheer ice carved fiords .




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Fiordland Lodge

Price

NZ$ 640 - 1,140


Hosts

Andy Cunningham


Where

Te Anau


Fiordland Lodge was built in 2002 overlooking Lake Te Anau and is surrounded by the Fiordland National Park, known for hiking, fly fishing and outdoor adventure in one of New Zealand’s most scenic locations.




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Mohua Park Eco Cottages

Price

NZ$ 170 - 210


Hosts

Fergus & Mary Sutherland


Where

Southland


Experience The Catlins for yourself, at your own pace and in a comfortable, safe and environmentally sustainable cottage, fully equipped with bedding, cooking and eating utensils. Each cottage is self-contained and private and located on the edge of our 8 hectare native forest covenant at Mohua Park, Tawanui, The Catlins.





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