Family-friendly holiday rentals in Kaeo

LUX Kauri Hill Villa Whangaroa Harbour View

Kauri Hill Estate is a secluded Northland hideaway designed for rest, reflection, & connection to the land. Perched above Whangaroa Harbour, the villa offers sweeping water views, total privacy & a calm, natural setting surrounded by native bush & birdsong. Thoughtfully designed interiors open onto generous decks—perfect for slow mornings, long sunsets, & stargazing evenings in the hot tub. Your stay includes more than 5 star accommodation—you’ll have the freedom of our entire 60 hectare estate.

The Palms Studio Kerikeri - the perfect retreat

Welcome to THE PALMS Studio Kerikeri. Nestled among stunning private gardens surrounded by beautiful palm trees. You will be able to relax around the pool,or if you are feeling a little more energetic,you can play a round of tennis or a game of Petanque. We are located close to the Stone Store, Rainbow Falls, Charlies Rock and the shopping centre The Studio is a quiet and relaxing spot where you can just kick back and enjoy the space or a great location to base yourself if exploring Northland.

Kotuku Sanctaury

Private 16-Acre Estate | Spa, Stables & Bay of Islands Base! Welcome to Kotuku Sanctuary — a rare private lifestyle estate set across 16 acres, designed for space, privacy, and connection. The Space: This is not a typical holiday home — it is a fully usable lifestyle property built for: Large families and group stays. Horse-friendly accommodation. The home features generous indoor and outdoor living, multiple sleeping zones, and a separate games area, giving guests space to spread out and enjoy

Old Fashioned Stunner

Original, Kiwi, 50's family bach with its own direct access to Coopers Beach. Rumpty, but comfy, and sitting on a large private section with room for cars and a boat. The bach is very private and quiet. It has magnificent uninterrupted views across Doubtless Bay, and you can walk down to the beach via a private path through the trees in 2 minutes. The bach has a heat pump, heaters and lots of blankets so that it remains cosy at night. We think it's the perfect place for a relaxing getaway!

Magic Cottage - Romantic Chic Waterfront Seclusion

The ultimate romantic retreat! Secluded Magic Cottage, with its stunning water views, is perched on the banks of the peaceful Takou River, hidden beneath ancient Pohutukawa trees. The romantic cabin has a relaxing outdoor claw foot bath overlooking the river; wrap around decks, 5 acres of sub-tropical gardens to explore; a private jetty and boathouse, deserted sandy beaches a short paddle downstream; and 150 acres of organic farmland, native bush and river to fish, swim, kayak and explore.

Vineyard Glamping Russell - The Syrah Shack

Hidden inside native bush is our glamping hut named 'the syrah shack', which is nestled behind our syrah vines. The location is 10 minutes out of Russell township, in the Bay of Islands. You will have a vineyard, cellar door and eatery 1km from the hut. Escape your worries and get off the grid in our eco retreat. Enjoy the luxury of a super king bed and the serenity of an outdoor camping style kitchen, hot shower, composting toilet and the best bit is an outdoor bath for two!!

Top House - unrivalled views and privacy

The Top House, so named because of its location, with 270 degree views, has unrivalled privacy, and it's own helipad. This recently renovated 3 bedroom house is located on 330 acres of private farmland. The house has been finished to a high standard, with excellent amenities, including hot tub with amazing views, outdoor dining and lounge spaces on 360 degree decks, WiFi, two TVs, heaps of parking, modern kitchen and luxury bathrooms, and comfortable stylish furniture throughout.

Cocozen - 65sm 2 Bedroom chalet on 25a homestead

Unwind and relax in your chalet or explore our tranquil 25 acre woodlands and gardens. Enjoy the pool or a bush walk. Nature awaits. Recharge your batteries to birdsong and the breeze in the treetops. This two-bedroom one bathroom chalet, has a full kitchen and private porch looking over pasture and forest with a distant view of the Cavalli Islands. Our private rural homestead has multiple communal spaces and amenities to enjoy on site. 15mins to Waipapa or 20mins to Kerikeri.

Waikotare

Waikotare is situated a short 10 minute drive from the airport and central Kerikeri. Relax in peaceful surroundings, with a waterfall, river and abundant bird life. Waikotare is an ideal 'Home' base to visit the Bay of Islands and beyond - or corporate traveller. Your suite is one end of a long country house, with separate easy access, covered parking and private deck (bbq available) with lovely view. A continental breakfast is included with your stay.

Rustic Bush Retreat

Tranquil and private, a beautiful Macrocapa post and beam house overlooking the gorgeous Kerikeri Inlet. A haven for relaxation surrounded by native birds, including kiwis, tuis, fantails and wood pigeons, all living on the property. Enjoy a wine on the veranda and watch the boats go by or take a swim at Opito bay- just 5 minutes away. Plenty of room to park the boat plus two launching ramps, a ski lane and some of the best fishing NZ has to offer!

Russell Outback Eco Retreat

Russell Outback Eco lodge is a beautifully designed space where you can kick back and enjoy all that nature has to offer, amazing night skies, sit by the fire and listen to the kiwis in the bush, relax while the children play in the tree houses and give yourself a digital detox, all the while leaving barely more than a foot print on the planet. Russell Outback Eco Retreat is off grid with solar power, tank water and a compostable toilet.

The Cowshed Cottage

A peaceful rural rustic space to retreat and relax yet minutes from town amenities and the main Northland route. Nestled in the grounds of a 9 acre property half-way along a country cul-de-sac and taking up two thirds of a converted mid-century milking shed building the Cottage is cosy, comfy and self-contained, characterised by quirky charm and surrounded by gardens and birdsong. Easy access, no check-in required.