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Aurora Lodge

Cullen Road | Waipu Cove, Waipu 0254, New Zealand
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Aurora Lodge
Ranked #1 of 5 Waipu B&B and Inns
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Morecambe
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

This was our first stop after leaving Auckland and we were made very welcome by Audrey and Rod in their lovely home.Great views overlooking Waipu Cove and the house itself was very clean and comfortable.Breakfast was served on the patio - a nice touch.Our hosts could not do enough for us and recommended nearby Mangawhai for an evening meal.Highly recommended... More

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Ottawa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

We stayed one night on our way from Auckland to Paihia. It was a beautiful place to stay. The bedroom was spacious and I wish I had as big a walkin closet at home. Audrey and Rod were very gracious hosts and served a delicious cooked to order breakfast. Since we arrived at 7 pm and hadn't had supper Audrey... More

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Munich, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

After we have been to Waipu already 4 years ago and definitly wanted return. aurora lodge became our first choice after looking at the reviews on tripadvisor and we did it right. i have to say audrey and rod the retired owner of this retreat overlooking waipu beach did theyr best to feel welcome. the room we recieved was spacious... More

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Sydney
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

We stayed for one night on the way to the Bay Of Islands. We were made so welcome by our hosts. The lodge is on the hill overlooking the beach and the view from our spacious room and patio was stunning both morning and evening. Breakfast for also delicious. Highly recommended.

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

We booked out all three rooms for three nights over the New Years break. The views from the lodge are absolutely stunning! All the guest rooms are on the lower level each with their own terraces. The rooms are very spacious with very comfortable beds and huge shower rooms. Each bedroom has a perfect picture postcard view. The owners Audrey... More

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2012

A great spot overlooking Waipu Beach. Rooms have a great view and the hosts are very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended as a stop for the night on your way up or back from the north. Each of the three rooms gave fabulous views out to the sea

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012 via mobile

Beautiful location, lovely room overlooking the water, hearty breakfast and lovely hosts - what more could you want. Thanks Audrey and Rod for a great stay

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012

Aurora Lodge is one of those unfortgettable B&Bs that made our 3-day stay in Waipu an absolute joy. From the moment we walked into Audrey & Rod's stunning house, we felt like we were staying with a relative, or indeed, home. Both are welcoming and generous, and the accommodation itself is fantastic, and well-worth the price ($150 a night from... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2011

Audrey and Rod have a lovely B&B that is worth staying at if you are planning on staying at Waipu. $150 a night for cooked breakfast and a beautiful room with king size bed with bifold doors which open out to probably the best views in the country ! Overlooking Waipu beach and surrounding islands. Just gorgeous. Audrey & Rod... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2010

We had a great time at Aurora Lodge. Thank you Rod and Audrey for your warm hospitality, and we enjoyed our walk to the Pancake Rocks - such a pretty place. Aurora Lodge is located on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean, and we had an unobstructed view looking out from our bedroom. The rooms aresimple, but very nice, spacious... More

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Address: Cullen Road | Waipu Cove, Waipu 0254, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Waipu
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Ranked #1 of 5 B&Bs / Inns in Waipu
Price range (per night): 127 AUD - 130 AUD

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