Takou River Cottage - chic, cosy and romantic cottage

660 Takou Bay Road, Kerikeri
4
Max Guests
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms

About this Holiday House

*COSY & ROMANTIC* Takou River Cottage is a beautiful and secluded riverside retreat set amidst 5 acres of sub-tropical gardens on the banks of the peaceful Takou River, just upstream from Takou Bay. Wonderful for a summer holiday or winter retreat! "...a place of absolute blessed escape..." NZ Herald on Sunday WATERFRONT PROPERTY SURROUNDED BY SUB TROPICAL GARDENS. Takou River Cottage is cosy and sunny and has its own romantic alfresco claw foot bath perched on the private north facing sun deck attached to the cottage. The cottage features beautiful timber floors with bright kilims and cosy rugs. The open plan living, dining kitchen area leads onto the sunny north facing private sundeck with bbq, tables, chairs and of course the claw foot bath. A cosy wood burning stove means the cottage is perfect for a winter escape. A secret stairway leads from the deck to a unique private look out tower with seats and views across the gardens, river and beyond. Antique Rimu stairs lead from the living area to a spacious hallway and 2 en suite bedrooms, with king & queen size beds, fine linen, feather pillows and duvets, bathrobes, cotton throws and rugs. The bedrooms have en suite bathrooms, with bath and showers. Each bedroom opens directly onto a small garden which leads into the extensive 5 acres of sub-tropical gardens and down to the river just a minutes wander through the gardens. PERFECT ROMANTIC RETREAT FOR HONEYMOONS, ANNIVERSARIES, BIRTHDAYS, BABYMOONS OR JUST A PEACEFUL ESCAPE! River Cottage is perfect for a couple looking for a romantic break and also has the space and privacy for 2 couples sharing or a small family group. BEAUTIFUL TAKOU BAY BEACH! Set in beautiful sub-tropical gardens and surrounded by 150 acres of certified organic farmland, river and native bush, the property is a haven for birdlife. Peace, seclusion and tranquility abound - private river frontage and jetty, free kayaks and canoes, secluded swimming, fishing and access to the beautiful and deserted beaches at Takou Bay. Be pampered in the privacy of your own Cottage by our leading massage and beauty therapist or treat yourself to a gourmet meal in the privacy of your own cottage (by prior arrangement). IDEAL HOLIDAY LOCATION just a short drive from Kerikeri and Paihia. 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, amidst 150 acres of organic pasture, river front and native bush.

Details and amenities

Amenity: Child friendly
Child friendly
Amenity: No pets
No pets
Amenity: Linen provided
Linen provided
Amenity: No smoking
No smoking
Amenity: No disabled access
No disabled access
Heating & cooling
Amenity: Electric blankets
Electric blankets
Amenity: Electric heat
Electric heat
Amenity: Fire place
Fire place
Amenity: Fire wood supplied
Fire wood supplied
Amenity: Oil heaters
Oil heaters
Amenity: Wood stove
Wood stove
Kitchen
Amenity: Food processor
Food processor
Amenity: Freezer
Freezer
Amenity: Fridge
Fridge
Amenity: High Chair
High Chair
Amenity: Microwave
Microwave
Amenity: Oven
Oven
Amenity: Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Amenity: Toaster
Toaster
Bathroom
Amenity: Bath
Bath
Amenity: Ensuite Bathroom
Ensuite Bathroom
Amenity: Extra Toilet
Extra Toilet
Amenity: Shower
Shower
Amenity: Spa Bath
Spa Bath
Laundry
Amenity: Cleaning equipment
Cleaning equipment
Amenity: Cleaning supplies
Cleaning supplies
Amenity: Clothes line
Clothes line
Amenity: Ironing Facilities
Ironing Facilities
Amenity: Laundry Tub
Laundry Tub
Amenity: Washing Machine
Washing Machine
Parking
Amenity: Boat parking
Boat parking
Amenity: Off Street Parking
Off Street Parking
Entertainment
Amenity: CD player
CD player
Amenity: DVD
DVD
Amenity: iPod Dock
iPod Dock
Amenity: Stereo
Stereo
Amenity: TV
TV
Internet
Amenity: Broadband
Broadband
Amenity: Computer/internet
Computer/internet
Amenity: Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Amenity: Internet available
Internet available
Bedroom
Amenity: Extra Bedding
Extra Bedding
Outdoors
Amenity: BBQ
BBQ
Amenity: Kayak(s)
Kayak(s)
Amenity: Outdoor furniture
Outdoor furniture

Bed layout

1 King/Twin, 1 Queen(s)

Special Amenities

Takou River Cottage is the perfect retreat, winter or summer; enjoy a romantic escape as a couple, or bring family and friends to enjoy our wonderful amenities. Private river frontage; luxurious alfresco claw foot bath; 5 acres of sub-tropical gardens to wander; private jetty & boathouse with free kayaks, canoes and fishing rods to borrow; 150 acres of organic farm with marked walks through pastures, native bush and along the river bank to secluded swimming and picnic spots; the beautiful deserted sandy beaches at Takou Bay a short paddle downstream, or 15 min drive; luxurious massage and spa treatments or gourmet meals by prior arrangement.

Special Attractions and Activities Nearby

Beautiful & deserted Takou Bay beach a short paddle downstream; fishing, swimming & kayaking on the Takou River; Historic Kerikeri, Russell and Waitangi nearby; Beautiful coastal scenery - Cavalli Islands, Whangaroa Harbour and the Bay of Islands with it's wealth of water attractions including sailing, fishing, cruising and swimming with Dolphins; Giant Kauri Forests at Puketi just 25 mins away; A range of golf courses to suit everyone including the nearby Kauri Cliffs; A great selection of wineries and gourmet eating including the popular Kerikeri Farmers' Market; Arts and crafts trails to explore. Sailing, fishing, diving, swimming, kayaking, cruising, tramping, horse-treking, golf, mountain biking, sky-diving...and more, all available nearby. Trips to 90-mile Beach; The Hole in the Rock; Bay of Islands and more.

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Availability

Rates

Date rangeRatesExtra guestsMinimum stay
16 Dec - 10 Feb $400 / Night for 2 guests$502 Nights
Rest of year$350 / Night for 2 guests$502 Nights
16 Dec - 10 Feb
$400 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $50Min. stay: 2 Nights
Rest of year
$350 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $50Min. stay: 2 Nights
Wonderfully relaxing massages and romantic Riverside Hot Tub available as optional extras.

Location

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