*ABSOLUTE WATERFRONT ROMANTIC RETREAT* Magic Cottage is the ultimate romantic retreat, perched on the banks of the Takou River with stunning views. If you ever wanted to escape the stress of every day life, Magic Cottage provides the answer. "...a place of absolute, blessed escape..." NZ Herald on Sunday VOTED ONE OF THE TOP 10 LUXURY LODGES IN NZ by XtraMSN, Magic Cottage is a beautiful, chic and secluded riverside hideaway offering boutique self-catering accommodation amidst 5 acres of sub-tropical gardens. On the banks of the Takou River hidden by Pohutakawa trees, just upstream from Takou Bay, Magic Cottage provides total privacy and seclusion. PERFECT FOR HONEYMOONS, ANNIVERSARIES, BABYMOONS & ROMANTIC ESCAPES, or just the chance to get away and disconnect for a moment. Perched beside the river and nestled in the Pohutukawa trees, the studio cottage features a romantic alfresco claw-foot bath on the deck overlooking the river; a super-king bed with beautiful duvet and pillows, cotton linen and throws, fresh towels and bath robes. Complimentary toiletries, fresh flowers, magazines and books are also provided for guests to enjoy. Peace, seclusion and tranquility abound - a beautiful river front; 5 acres of sub-tropical gardens; our 150 acre organic farm with marked walks through pastures, native bush with glow worms, and along the river to secluded swimming and picnic spots; our private boathouse & jetty with free fishing rods, kayaks and canoes and access to the beautiful deserted sandy beaches at Takou Bay. Be pampered in the privacy by our leading massage therapist and enjoy a magical Riverside Hot Tub experience, both optional extras by prior arrangement. IDEAL HOLIDAY LOCATION. The cottage is centrally located to explore the wider Bay of Islands and Far North’s attractions, yet hidden away from the hustle and bustle of tourist towns, amid 150 acres of organic pasture, river frontage and native bush. Enjoy the flourishing birdlife along riverside walks; wander the enchanted gardens; paddle a kayak to the sandy beaches at Takou Bay; relax refresh and romance in the alfresco claw foot bath, lie in the window seat and gaze downstream – or bask in the bliss of doing absolutely nothing.