Featuring garden views, Pipiroa Bay Homestay provides accommodation with a private beach area and a patio, around 7.6 km from Christ church. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The homestay is equipped with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the homestay features a selection of packed lunches. For guests with children, Pipiroa Bay Homestay offers an indoor play area. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go cycling and hiking nearby. Russell Museum is 7.7 km from the accommodation, while Flagstaff Hill is 8.6 km away. The nearest airport is Bay of Islands, 30 km from Pipiroa Bay Homestay, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 bunk beds
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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
5.0
Low score for Russell
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Julie
    Australia Australia
    We had our own breakfast. We enjoyed the welcome muffins.
  • Michael
    New Zealand New Zealand
    It was all amazing. Views were breathtaking, and location was perfect
  • Sarri
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved everything, stunning view and Paula was amazing to deal with. We added two people a week before and there was no issue.

Hosted by Paula Franklin

9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score

Paula Franklin
Mediterranean style apartment with full kitchen and laundry facilities. Paula's art work adorns the walls and the covered deck overlooks the sub tropical garden that ends at the beach below.. Beautiful bird life satisfies bird lovers and the outlook is the waters of Piproa Bay with bush clad headlands and Islands beyond. The tranquility of the property means guests often wished they had booked for longer. Very close to the site of New Zealandss first capital, close to thr cycle trail at Opua, and on the walking track to Russell makes it ideal for historians and exercise enthusiasts. You will receive a warm welcome at Pipiroa Bay Homestay with privacy assured.
Have enjoyed hosting guests for 18 years and love to share the joys of living on our beautiful property. Living so close to the water is peaceful and enables ready access to all water activities like swimming and kayaking. Paula is a fabric artist and enjoys painting . You are welcome to visit her studio.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Pipiroa Bay Homestay
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Pipiroa Bay Homestay takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

 

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

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per child, per night
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per person, per night

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

1 cot or 2 extra beds available upon request.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 10:00 and 07:00.

Pets

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

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

Please note that there is a 5% charge when you pay with a Visa credit card.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 10:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about Pipiroa Bay Homestay

  • Check-in at Pipiroa Bay Homestay is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Pipiroa Bay Homestay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Private beach area
    • Walking tours
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Bike tours
    • Beach

  • Pipiroa Bay Homestay is 3 miles from the centre of Russell. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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