Highlander Farmstay - Cabins

–Excellent location – show map
+43 photos
Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Free Wifi

10
  • Houses
  • View
  • Garden
  • Free Wifi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Highlander Farmstay - Cabins in Maungatapere offers recently renovated chalets with private bathrooms, garden views, and free WiFi. Each unit includes a kitchenette, balcony, terrace, and outdoor furniture. Convenient Facilities: Guests enjoy a garden, terrace, and private parking. Additional amenities include a sofa bed, refrigerator, microwave, shower, TV, electric kettle, and kitchenware. Free on-site private parking is available. Local Attractions: Located 12 mi from Whangarei Airport, the property is near Northland Event Center (7.5 mi), Whangarei Art Museum (6.8 mi), Claphams Clock Museum (7.5 mi), Town Basin Marina (7.5 mi), Ah Reed Kauri Park (9.3 mi), Mt Parihaka (11 mi), and Abbey Caves (11 mi). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its convenience for nature trips, room cleanliness, and comfort. Private check-in and check-out services, and continental breakfast in the room enhance the stay.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Breakfast to go

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
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1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Deanna
New Zealand New Zealand
“Absolutely amazing wee rural spot!! Immaculate cabins, everything you need and the bed was heaven!! Aggi the dog was such a gorgeous friendly wee girl (she will lick you toes) and the animals there really made our stay. Hosts were just lovely...”
Jessica
United States United States
“The animals! We stayed just for the uniqueness of the property and access to the Northland. The hosts were great and the animals so fun to watch and interact with. The fact the we got fresh bread each morning with toppings was a great bonus.”
Jc
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great to have a breakfast ready and good to meet the owner on the property for a quick tour of the farm!”
Donna
United States United States
“This was a very relaxing, quiet stay. It is an easy 15 - 20 min drive out of Whangarei and in the country. The guest house is very new and clean with modern fixtures and appliances. We only stayed the one night, so we didn't use the kitchen much....”
Beate
New Zealand New Zealand
“great view of the animal paddock, friendly and helpful host, easy to find, clean, comfortable beds, good breakfast selection - we loved it”
Banson
New Zealand New Zealand
“We had a nice clean cabin that provided a tranquil and peaceful accommodation. The hosts were great and we were greeted by the resident dog with great enthusiasm. Steve also went out of his way to ensure we got some time to meet the rest of the...”
Tim
United States United States
“Steve the host was great, very friendly, brought his highland cows down in the morning for me to meet. His dog Aggi was also very sweet, hung out with me for a while on the porch. Highly recommend this retreat.”
Katrina
Australia Australia
“Lovely setting on farm with animals Lovely & clean No Frills but had all the basics”
Lees
New Zealand New Zealand
“Spotlessely clean, beautiful animals to gaze at, quiet and tranquil. No noise whatsoever possible from other guests due to the separation of the cabins. This style of accommodation should be adopted by other providers! Good roomy shower with...”
Potto
Australia Australia
“Loved the animals, especially the coos and the pigs. Compact and comfortable.”

Managed by Steve and Parinda Harrison

Company review score: 9.7Based on 212 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We enjoy meeting our guests and showing them how to feed and interact with the friendly farm animals.

Property info

3x private Cabins set amongst a tranquil, peaceful country setting just minutes from Whangarei City and Maungatapere. Whangarei falls and Mt. Parahaki 20minutes away. Perfect for working away. Nestled amongst 20 acres of country you can wake up to the sound of nature with views of native trees, bush, animals, birds while enjoying a beverage and cuisine on your own private deck. With bird life and farm animals located on the land, you will feel right amongst nature. These unique Cabins provide you with an experience that you will not forget, with your own private Cabin/deck, farm animals ready to say “goodmorning” and eat out of your hand. A perfect place to stay an interact with the friendly animals or Enjoy the peaceful surrounding and do your office work with unlimited Wifi. PLEASE NOTE: The simple breakfast is in the cabin; Multi-grain toast bread for toasting, butter and spreads. Tea/coffee/ hot chocolate and standard milk. There is a jug, toaster and microwave but no other cooking facilities

Neighborhood info

The neighborhood is a quiet farm/lifestyle block area. Maungatapere township and cafe 1 km away. Sherwood golf course 3 mins away. Whangarei City 10 mins away.

Languages Spoken

English,Thai

Area info

Amenities of Highlander Farmstay - Cabins

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

Highlander Farmstay - Cabins takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 30 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 50 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Highlander Farmstay - Cabins of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.