Bay of Islands Apartment On The Water- The Bridge

Beautifully clean and well appointed

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The actual owners of the property were staying in the downstairs apartment and they were absolutely lovely.

The housekeeping standard was not as good as it could have been. We found leftover hair balls on the carpet in the lounge/living area. The tv remote seemed to need new batteries.

Very unique accomodation in a great location.

Nice venue close to where we needed to be

Car ferry a little noisy

We loved the entire apartment. The balcony was great to sit on and admire the view! We enjoyed watching the ferry traffic. It was a nice place to base ourselves to explore the area.

As mentioned in previous reviews, the ferry was a little loud early in the morning in one of the bedrooms but we knew that going into renting this place so it didn't bother us.

Great location by water. 10 minute drive to Paihia. Comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen.

It is RIGHT next to the ferry that leaves every 10 minutes the whole day. We got used to it but just know that it’s not as serene and private as it would seem from the pictures and description.

Fabulous location and a very spacious apartment finished to a very high spec. Amazing views in every direction.

Shame the gas barbecue ignition switch had been broken so we couldn’t barbecue but the great kitchen facilities more than compensated. We had one set of very noisy neighbours below us but they responded well when we told them how much noise travelled in the hot weather.

Beautiful apartment and facilities. Very comfortable. Everything you'd need and more to have a great Holiday in the Bay of Islands.

The smaller bedroom would be a challenge to sleep in with the active ferry right out the window. Only HEAVY sleepers will be OK in that room.

It was quiet compared with Paihia. Only a couple of places to eat at but also a shop & coffees.

It is next to the ferry wharf with constant ferries back & forth from a very early start til late at night. The second bedroom is a lot smaller so for two big adults it's tight.

It’s a fantastic location in Opua with easy access to walks, Paihia, Russell and the bay. The apartment is roomy and well equipped. The view is beautiful and the ferry provides a bit of entertaining action.

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2nd bedroom very small and noisy, next to ferry slipway

Amazing spot. Close to other towns and highlights to visit.

Beautiful property and well equipped. Host had excellent communication.

Being next to the ferry terminal was loud and constant as it ran from early morning to late at night.

Great location. 360 degree views with lots of action with the ferry coming and going

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The location was stunning. The accommodation was exceptional.

Only 1 toilet which was in the bathroom only downfall as there was 4 of us

The most incredible apartment!! Huge, super- clean and with wall to wall sea views. Breath taking ! The main bedroom is vast with incredibly comfy bed. Everything has been thought of to provide a great stay - v well equipped kitchen including double fridge and freezer with ice, coffee machine, utensils. A selection of eating areas - the outside deck with views over the bay being hard to beat !

You do hear/ feel the hum of car ferry next door from early in the morning. Fine for a couple of nights but wouldn't want it for a week

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all excellent

Amazing picturesque location! Very spacious modern apartment with great amenities and lots of little extras! We loved that the apartment is located beside ferry terminal so very interesting and not at all intrusive.Most helpful manager who sorted out a small maintenance issue quickly.

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Lovely apartment, everything you need there and unique spot.

Amazing location. Even though we were right next to the ferry it was great for people watching and not intrusive at all. Views out over the harbour wonderful. Apartment was well equipped and we wanted for nothing.

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Absolutely beautiful place, incredibly clean, has everything you need & more for a comfortable stay. Views are incredible. The car ferry you barely notice is there in terms of noise which was surprising. Communication was great with easy to follow instructions! Will definitely stay again.

A few things could do with fixing, e.g, door handle to balcony, few missing blinds etc but nothing major!

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Very noisy from 5.30am every day and on two nights at midnight and 2am when a house was being moved via the ferry.

It was such a lovely place to stay when they say location location this was it. The unit was so well presented, spacious and so well equipped. It was so spacious and every conceivable appliance was provided for your convenience. The views were simply stunning.

There was nothing that we didn't like about it.

GrI at place to stay. Very well appointed, very cool decor, clean as can be. And a fun place to stay. Although nothing was mentioned about the ferry right next door, it turns out to be fine - interesting and not disturbing or too noisy.

The Location of the water was magical and the little village around the marina and the nearby shop provided anything needed. The property was well maintained and the property managers were incredibly attentive and helpful.

The second bedroom was on the side where the ferry pulls in which can get a bit noisy in that bedroom from 5am but it stops running at 10pm. The main bedroom was very quiet with lovely water views and extremely ely comfortable

everything was excellent phone number to get in touch anything you needed or help with

Ferry was fine at first but one of them got loud the last two days sounded like it needed oil or something

We loved the location - interesting and active outlook. Very clear owner instructions.

Internet was worse than patchy making communication/bookings difficult. Fade on Sky on our last nights which, given other complainants, we suggest you make feedback to your provider.

Location, set out of the unit,facilities everything

Ferry starting a hour later but it isn't a problem you get use to it

Stunning location, well equipped apartment, plenty of space. Quality furnishings.

Great location. Well equipped with everything you need.

The bedrooms could do with block out blinds or curtains.

Located in the marina, over the water with large outside deck. We saw a Ray fish from the deck. Fabulous spacious apartment, tastefully decorated,clean and very well equipped. Very comfortable beds

Right next to the ferry landing, but amazingly, not very loud. It did not bother us

it is huge and i mean huge, loved the senic view of the bay, it was amazing, the beds are very comfotabel and you have netfix etc, we also enjoyed that the feery is right next to it

since the ferry is right next to to be aware that it statrs early and runs lat every 10 minutes and that means a lot of traffic and also noise

Beautiful views. Excellent facilities. Short drive to paihia. Lots of good walks.

Need to be aware car ferry port is next which is not noisy in bedrooms but can be heard during day from verandahs and loving areas. easily covered out with Bluetooth speaker music though.

Wonderful apartment all amenities provided. Wonderful position on the quayside with so much to watch and enjoy.

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Great kitchen, view, deck, open lounge/dining, and really comfy bed.

Right next door to the vehicle ferry loading.

The view was amazing, the apartment was beautiful & well equipped with everything we needed. It was extremely comfortable & the host was very accommodating. The location was perfect for us! It was a wonderful experience!

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Great location Communication was excellent Serenity at its best

everything. stunning apartment with acres of space & every facility you could think of. amazing views.

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We had an exceptional stay at this beautiful location. The place was spotless, the views were breathtaking, and the level of comfort was second to none. The couches, in particular, were wonderfully cosy, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. The hosts went above and beyond with thoughtful touches, like spare batteries for the TV remote and an umbrella ready for the occasional rain that came through. The convenience of having a general store and a fish and chip shop practically next door meant we could travel light and still have everything we needed. While some reviews mentioned the noise of the nearby ferry, we enjoyed watching it come and go and it didn’t disturb us at all.

The only thing we didn't like was that we had to leave at the end of the weekend. We’re already planning our return visit.

Comfortable, spacious and very clean. Great beds and linen/towels.

Ferry noise early in morning.

Wonderful location, on the water, next to the ferry. Large airy living area with great flow to the sunny outdoor spaces. Enjoyed watching the ferry come and go, as well as the sailing boats leaving and entering the marina.

I ended up going through the wrong door even though the instructions given were very clear and the names of the apartments are above the door, just me having a moment. We loved everything about the apartment from being on the water, the view, the size of the apartment is so spacious, yes the second room is small and on the ferry side so you do hear cars going on and off the ferry early morning and late night but that didnt change our thoughts about the apartment. The full kitchen was also amazing. Fish and chip shop, general store next door. We sat outside on the balcony taking in the view, a lot of ferry watching. The owners are welcoming and the nicest people. Thank you so much for letting us stay in your beautiful apartment.

We loved everything.

Location, Location, Location Walk Easy walk 1 minute to Ferry across to The Duke or Russell Easy walk 1 minute to local Fish N Chips Easy walk 3 minutes to the convenience store Easy walk 5 minutes and your at the local CAFE for a good coffee Easy 10mnute ferry ride & 10 minute drive and your at SAGE 5 Star Winery Restaurant. Well worth the adventure!!! The view is brilliant staying on water

quality accommodation at an outstanding location

poor lighting over lockbox and no outside rubbish bin

The rooms were very tidy, the amenities were incredible. From coffee to survival kits to the chocolate in the fridge. Heated floors, washing machine and dryer were handy. Beautiful spot, that I would absolutely book again ❤️

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The view was awesome, we enjoyed watching the ferry coming and going.

The stairs were a bit much but nxt time i will book the downstairs apartment.

Stunning! Exceptional value for money, absolute over the water - not just water front. Planned by a woman who thought of absolutely everything to the very last detail! Will come back again!

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Beautiful spot and location. Has everything you need

Ferry goes all the time right next to house, ok, but light and sounds are loud

fantastic view, spacious, warm accomodation and thoughtful touches like milk, bottled water and even a chocolate bar to welcome us

The view was incredible and the apartment beautifully decorated

If staying in main bedroom the noise of trucks loading onto ferry pretty much non stop 6 to 10pm bearable for the view. However for second bedroom right adjacent too much. So 9/10 for primary guest and low rating for the other. I would list the property as one bedroom for good consistent ratings.

Spacious and very comfortable especially the lounge recliners. Kitchen well appointed. North facing deck and lounge/dining area for light and view.

Ferry noise every 10 minutes took a day to get used to it although we did choose this property knowing the ferry was there and it was ok overall.

Fantastic location and amazing view Very comfortable and well appointed Great base for exploring the area

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Excellent location with beautiful views Amazing property, very clean and very good value for money. Superbly fitted out including a plentiful supply of tea and coffee.

Beautiful location, very convenient and with good facilities. The local Yacht Club had a brilliant bistro / bar and the general store was close by and well stocked. Fantastic views over the bay and good local walks.

The ferry and local public toilets are located right next to the property. The ferry service starts around 5.30am and finishes around 10.30pm, so any guests staying in the second room will be disturbed. The noise is less of a concern in the master bedroom located on the other side of the accommodation.

Everything was amazing, the location, the property, the view, it was outstanding

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We have been 4 times previously on the lower level. Location and unit are wonderful.

First time in the upper level and found the second bedroom to be very, very tiny. Bed against the one wall and no cupboard space or even space for bedside tables/lamps. Also in the other bigger bedroom the cupboards and drawers are full of housekeeping stuff so you have to live out of your luggage. There is a dressing table in this room too however there is no mirror.

Absolutely loved the place. Best part about the place would be the ocean view, for sure!

Can't say there wasn't anything we didn't like, however it might be worth mentioning that if you're looking for absolute privacy / quiet, both inside and out, it's a bit of a tricky one as it's nestled right next to the car ferry terminal, which operates day in day out - Wasn't an issue for us as our little one loved watching the boat come and go!

The beautiful view and John who helped us with our misplaced wallet. Thanks a lot John!

Small second bedroom, please make beds with full bedcover

Loved the location and views, enjoyed the activity and sounds of the ferry.

The only thing we didn’t like was having to leave.

The outlook over the water towards the Bay of Islands is out of this world and the property is set up to take full advantage of this. The property is furnished to a very high standard and with every possible amenity. A+++

The ferry acriss to Russell is right by the property so the noise and commition of the 6am start takes a bit of adjustment.

Beautiful water view and easy parking outside. Also kitchen was well stocked.

The weather was terrible so couldn't enjoy the lovely outdoor deck but seriously I couldn't think of anything lacking.

Most beautiful spacious, well equipped accommodation..literally on the water, everything about the place was exceptional.. will definitely return again.

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We recently enjoyed a wonderful stay at this holiday home, and it left us truly impressed. The apartment was beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean, and equipped with a top-notch kitchen that had everything we needed and more. The comfortable couches and cozy warmth added to the overall comfort, making it a perfect escape. But the real highlight was the stunning view that greeted us every day. It was the icing on the cake, turning this holiday home into an unforgettable experience. In short, we highly recommend this place for anyone seeking a relaxing and rejuvenating getaway. We can't wait to return!

While our stay at this holiday home was mostly delightful, there was one minor inconvenience to note. In one of the smaller rooms, we occasionally heard ferry noises during the night. However, it's worth mentioning that we eventually grew accustomed to it after a few nights, and it didn't significantly impact our overall experience.