Pakaraka Country Home

Sleeps | 5
Campsite | 1-10

2 Separate Spaces + Campsite

Motorcylists

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• Self Contained Unit
• Cabin
• Campsite

Country Home | Pakaraka | Far North

Pakaraka Country Home is located in the perfect spot for exploring the Far North. Opononi and the Hokianga harbour are approximately one hour west. Cape Reinga is 3 hours north by road or along 90 Mile Beach (tide dependent). Kerikeri, Paihia and the Bay of Islands are both 20 minutes to the east.  Other places worth a visit are Ahipara (the start of 90 Mile Beach) , Doubtless Bay and Cable Bay. There is a great mix of coastal and inland roads with scenery that is well worth a photo or two. The Russell loop and Rawene loop which both include a short vehicle ferry ride are also worth a trip.

You can base yourselves here and easily spend 3 - 5 days exploring the region. Carl has in depth local knowledge and is able to suggest a variety of day trips that take you on sealed and/or unsealed roads. Carl and Julie are more than happy to ride with you and show you around.

If you are interested in other activities such as cycling, kayaking and walking they can provide equipment for hire and deliver you to start points.  Although they are on Highway 1, they are down a long driveway and people always comment on the tranquillity and relaxed feel of the property.

Cost: Self contained unit $120 | Cabin $80 | Campsite $20pp

MEET YOUR HOSTS

Julie & Carl

Carl and Julie live an active lifestyle in the Bay of Islands.  They enjoy any opportunity to get out on their bikes and have a range to choose from:  Moto Guzzi Brevas 750, V11 and V12, Moto Guzzi Griso, Ducati Scrambler, Ducati S4RR Monster, BMW 1150R & a Honda Dominator and are members of the Italian Motorcycle Owner’s Club (IMOC) and attend all the Tattley Rappet’s rallies held around New Zealand.

They also enjoy getting out on their boat or in their kayaks for fishing trips.  Bicycles are also in the shed for trips along the cycle trail if you want to stay a few days and take a break from motorcycling.  They maintain a lifestyle block which keeps them busy with free range chickens and a lovely home orchard.

Carl has a range of motorcycles that he will hire on a short term basis or will offer a sell and buy back scheme. He also will do motorcycle recovery (if you found yourselves in Northland and need a friendly bloke to help you out). Have a chat with Carl and Julie about this.

Amenities & Features

3 Separate Spaces Available

SELF CONTAINED UNIT - Cost: $120

SLEEPS: 2-3
One Bedroom with separate private bathroom 

This lovely one bedroom self-contained space with your own bathroom is attached to their home and provides lovely open views out to their orchard and lifestyle block. 

It has a queen-sized bed which is located at the opposite end of their home so you are guaranteed privacy during your stay.  There is an extra room that serves as a lounge/dining area with a single bed so if there are two riders; each has their own room and bed.

Hot Tub ($15 to fire it up) and pool are available.

    • Queen-size bed

    • Linen & Duvet

    • Pillows

    • Extra pillows and blankets on request

    • Wardrobe with hanging racks

    • Dressing table & bedside tables

    • Books and reading material

    • Single bed 

    • TV with DVD player

    • Linen & Duvet

    • Pillows

    • Extra pillows and blankets on request

    • Couch

    • Table & chairs

    • Wifi

    • Fridge 

    • Microwave

    • Tea and coffee making facilities

    • Hotplate

    • Jug & Toaster

    • Plates/cutlery/cups & glasses

    • Sink

    • Washing machine available

THE CABIN - Cost: $80

SLEEPS: 2
One Bedroom with Queen Bed

The Cabin is available if there are more than two people travelling in a group.  At 17 sqm, it has a Queen size bed and table and chairs.  It is an extra bedroom if required. 

The kitchen and bathroom facilities are in the self-contained living area in the house.

The Cabin is 10m from the house (so not far to walk if you need to use the bathroom during the night).

  • • Queen-size Bed
    • Table & Chairs

    Kitchen and Bathroom facilities are in the self contained living area in the house.

THE CAMPSITE - $20pp

SLEEPS: 1-10

  • Tent sites

  • Compostable toilet 

  • Outdoor solar shower

  • Can supply a bbq for cooking and gazebo for outdoor space

  • Access to fresh water

  • Bike washing facilities

    • Secure parking (for vehicles)

    • Undercover parking for motorcycles

    • Firm metal driveway on property

    • Smoke alarm

    • Fire extinguisher

    • First aid kit

    • Kerikeri and Paihia are a 15 minute drive away

    • There are a range of restaurants, bakeries, bars and cafes 

    • Hosts can transport you to and from upon request

  • Permitted outside only

Find Us

LOCATION

 State Highway 1
Pakaraka | Bay of Islands
Northland, North Island

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Get in touch to stay here.

TO BOOK
Contact Julie directly

CONTACT

Julie: +64 021 992233
Carl:  +64 021 1207099

Email: jdowman63@gmail.com