A house surrounded by lush gardens| New Zealand holiday
A beautiful pool at sunset | New Zealand holiday
A open-plan living room | New Zealand holiday
Aerial view of the ocean, rocks and green shrubbery | New Zealand holiday
A house surrounded by lush gardens| New Zealand holiday
A beautiful pool at sunset | New Zealand holiday
A open-plan living room | New Zealand holiday
Aerial view of the ocean, rocks and green shrubbery | New Zealand holiday

A house nestled amongst the trees

This property is nestled amongst the trees on a north-facing ridge, with views of Whale Island and the surrounding native bush. Located in Awakeri, a ten-minute drive from Whakatane.


Your hosts, Debbie and Mark, live on the same property and are happy to answer any queries. They love the outdoors, gardening, fishing, hunting and good food and wine. Dive into the swimming pool or read a book in the garden.

The Apartment has three bedrooms with a king and queen size bed and two single beds. The open-plan living and kitchen area has plenty of room for a family dinner. There are also two bathrooms. Relax in the bath, looking out over the bush, and listen for the birds singing. Pick your own berries at Julians Berry Farm, explore the Awakeri Rail Trail or have a soak in the pool at Awakeri Hot Pools. If you are keen for a bit of excitement hire a surfboard at Ohope Beach.

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