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The best accommodation in Lord Howe !!

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 24 Feb 2021
We just came back from an amazing week over at Lord Howe Island staying at Waimarie Apartments. I would 100% recommend them for your stay at LH. (1) The apartment is amazing - nicely decorated and spacious. You have your own private bbq area with views to the mountains and sunset and a separate private outdoors coffee lounge on the back which is also pretty cool. All the linen, towels and kitchen stuff is first class. (2) The area is very secluded and private - while a very short 8 minute stroll into town. You can definitely get closer to town but Waimarie gives you a huge space in front of your apartment to enjoy without feeling the claustrophobia of other resorts. The breeze is great and very silent at night. (3) The hosts are the best! Drove us into town as much as needed, gave us good recommendations on what to do, welcomed us with a bottle of bubbles and roasted coffee.

Don't think it twice. If you can find availability make sure you book it or it may be too late! :))
Date of stay: February 2021
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 25 Feb 2021
Hi David,
Thank you so much for your very complimentary review. It was a pleasure to have you stay with us. We are pleased you enjoyed all that Waimarie offers.
We hope to see you again.
Best wishes,
Sharon & Peter
Waimarie Apartments.
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    Reviewed 22 December 2020 via mobile

    It is inspiring to witness Sharon and Peter’s dedication to Waimarie. As returned guests, we immediately felt at home. Their warm, relational manner and commitment to improvement and growth is apparent. We highly appreciate the chats, laughs and generosity.

    Waimarie provides the perfect balance:

    Ideal distance from the town centre to the stunning southern beaches
    Sparkling clean, totally self contained with many additional luxuries
    Opportunity to cook, bbq or be driven to cafes, clubs and restaurants
    Quiet, private yet interesting with superb water views and the added entertainment of sheep and planes.

    We already miss Waimarie, stunning Lord Howe Island and being with family who stayed in the ajoining apartment. The decision to book for a fortnight was an excellent one and we already anticipate our return visit - fingers crossed it’s even longer!
    Stuart & Helen 🐝

    Date of stay: December 2020
    Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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    Peter VAN GELDEREN, Owner at Waimarie Apartments, responded to this reviewResponded 26 December 2020

    Dear Stuart & Helen,
    Thank you for taking the time to write such a generous review of our property. It was an absolute pleasure to have you stay with us again and we are so happy you enjoyed our new improvements.

    Best wishes for the New Year,
    Sharon & Peter.

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    Reviewed 30 November 2020

    Waimarie Apartments are the perfect place to stay on Lord Howe Island. The accommodation at Waimarie certainly adds to the magic of the Lord Howe Island experience. There are spectacular views of nearby mountains Lidgebird and Gower, and the sun setting over the lagoon is a photographer's delight.
    Sharon and Peter are superb and friendly hosts. Their attention to detail and generous and thoughtful hospitality left nothing to be desired. As noted in other reviews, everything has been thought of with the luxury inclusions: the starter breakfast provisions, bottle of French bubbly, personal bbq, quality skin products (soaps, body lotions, moisturiser, shampoo), superior linens, etc.
    A stress free, relaxing and chilled holiday, with plenty of adventure if that's your choice! We stayed 2 weeks and will definitely be back. Peter and Jo

    Room tip: Both apartments have excellent views
    Date of stay: November 2020
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    Peter VAN GELDEREN, Owner at Waimarie Apartments, responded to this reviewResponded 10 December 2020

    Hello Peter and Jo,
    Thank you for your very complimentary review. It was a pleasure to have you stay with us again.
    We wish you a healthy and happy festive season and 2021.
    Best wishes,
    Sharon and Peter

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    Reviewed 25 March 2020

    Oh my! we were so lucky to find a magnificent view, a sparklingly clean apartment and THE most comfortable bed. I could go on...I will...the interiors were understated and so well resolved...quality in all things - the coffee, the teas, the butter, the soaps, shampoos and moisturiser generous and so useable ...even the pack of cards and the cups we drank from! Our hosts, Sharon and Peter, really were hosts in their own low key island way enabling us to have an outstanding time in our 6 days due to their local tips. I love snorkeling, swimming, coral and fish and saw the best I have seen in years. We walked to the south end of the island and I went out to Balls Pyramid (so wild and spectacular), in the open sea with a capable local captain. Amazed when I saw myself in the mirror back in Sydney, I was so rested and well. We can't wait to go back. If it is your first visit to the island, you will love it - a south seas paradise full of palms, greenery and unique species. The apartment matched the island - high quality, well managed and friendly - with an eye to detail. One of the best outlooks from the accommodation choices on the Island. Proximity to the airport is actually a bonus enabling spectacular views of the mountainous rock. The small planes are very infrequent and add to the interest of the area. All in all - one of our best holidays - and so close to Sydney - why didn't we visit years ago?
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    Date of stay: March 2020
    Thank MargaretofBaggage
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    Peter V, Owner at Waimarie Apartments, responded to this reviewResponded 27 March 2020

    Hi Margaret,
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It was a pleasure to have you stay with us. We are very pleased you enjoyed what Waimarie, and our beautiful island has to offer.
    Due to the current situation, we will be closed for some time.
    Our sincere best wishes for the future and we hope you remain well.
    Sharon and Peter
    Waimarie Apartments.

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    Reviewed 23 December 2019 via mobile

    Wow! This place is beyond amazing. There is no better place in Lord Howe if you want privacy, serenity and views to die for. The minute that you think you might want something, you'll most likely find that it is already in your apartment! As soon as you arrive there, you find provisions for a cooked first breakfast in your fridge. The coffee provided was the best! A box of different types of tea was also very much appreciated. We kept the wonderful Champagne for our last night there and enjoyed a barbecue outside for the last time in the beautiful gardens. Beach towels shampoo, soap, body lotions, backpacks, yoga mat, picnic cloth etc etc all provided. The apartment had all the necessary kitchen utensils to cook up a storm, if you wished. The restaurants on the Island, that we visited, were all very good, as well
    Sharon and Peter are a wealth of information if you have any questions about the Island or where to go. They are special people who have thought of everything. We found "Heaven on Earth " and can't wait to visit again!
    Thank you Sharon and Peter for a stress free holiday. Merry Christmas to you both.
    Chris and Steve

    Date of stay: November 2019
    Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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    Peter V, Owner at Waimarie Apartments, responded to this reviewResponded 26 December 2019

    Hi Chris and Steve,
    Thank you very much for your complimentary review.We really enjoyed having you stay with us and we are very pleased that you enjoyed it so much.
    We would love to have you back when you get the chance.
    Best wishes,,
    Sharon and Peter
    Waimarie Apartments.

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    Reviewed 7 December 2019

    Sharon and Peter were the perfect hosts, they couldn't do enough for us. Sharon met us at the airport on arrival and immediately took us for a tour of LHI to help us get our bearings and to show us where all the facilities including beaches, restaurants, shops, museum, boat and bike hire etc were located.
    Our apartment had been recently renovated and was spotless throughout. A cold bottle of French champagne took pride of place in the fridge while the kitchen was equipped with a fresh loaf of sourdough and endless ground coffee for the in-house espresso machine. Waimarie is located in a leafy, semi-tropical garden environment located between the airport and the centre of town. Beaches are within comfortable walking distance and the two largest mountains on LHI provide a spectacular backdrop to the prevailing views. Sharon and Peter were quick to offer their assistance whether it was to help us resolve an issue or to transport us to a restaurant for an evening meal or to explain the local customs and history of the island.

    Thank you Sharon and Peter for everything. Our holiday at Waimarie was truly spectacular we will not quickly forget your generosity and hospitality. We plan to come back and do it all again with you at Waimarie.

    Bill and Wendy N

    Room tip: Both apartments are equally suitable
    Date of stay: November 2019
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    Peter V, Owner at Waimarie Apartments, responded to this reviewResponded 10 December 2019

    Dear Bill and Wendy,
    Thank you for your complimentary review. It was a real pleasure to meet you both and share this beautiful part of the world with you.
    We would love to see you again, when you get the chance.
    Merry Christmas and Best wishes for the new year.

    Sharon and Peter
    Waimarie Apartments.

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