*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.