Wharepuke Subtropical Accommodation

190 Kerikeri road Kerikeri Bay of Islands, Northland
Tel: (0)9 4078933
www.accommodation-bay-of-islands.co.nz

Full Description

5 new (Jan 2007) stylish family-run cottages nestled amongst 5 acres of "Gardens of Regional Significance". Our eco cottages offer; Super king or long twin beds, self catering facilities, WiFi and Broadband connection (small charge). Original Artworks. A blend of modern and eco technology. Also in the garden is a cafe/restaurant offering Thai Fusion and Modern European cuisine. Colin was a Metro Award (08) winner. Much of the produce is grown on the property organically. A new Art Gallery showcases Internationally acclaimed artists work focusing on printmaking but also exceptional examples in other media. Non-toxic printmaking courses and subtropical garden tours available by our onsite professionals. 6 golf courses within 30 min. drive. Great base for exploring Bay of Island and Northland attractions. 2mins. to Kerikeri or historic Stone Store reserve. 7mins. to BOI airport. 20mins. Bay of Islands. Its important to us that you enjoy our subtropical garden oasis.

Environment Friendly Action

We conserve heat
We conserve water
We recycle where possible
We compost food waste
We use sustainable toilet/grey water waste disposal
We use bio-degradable cleaning agents
We use reclaimed or low embodied energy building materials
We use renewable natural furnishings
We instruct staff in green practices
We include green room info packs
We mention green/eco issues on our website
We conserve/care for wildlife in our area/ natural pest eradication
We participate in community environmental initiatives

Other Environment Friendly Initiatives

We work with Great Sights on the Kerikeri Eco tour, talking about how global warming is affecting our plants.
We teach nontoxic printmaking courses onsite.

Dietary Selections: We offer

Vegan
Vegetarian
Organic Food
Locally sourced food
Home-grown spray-free produce

Organic Meals

Our onsite restaurant offers a selection of meals. The general menu is listed on our website with a changing blackboard menu daily. Please contact if you have special dietary needs for options

Facilities

1 bedroom self contained cottages. Superking or long twin single beds. Slat sofa bed in living room. Kitchenette. All crockery, linen,etc included. Communal laudry facilitys. Broad band connection (small fee). Free View TV. Private Deck overlooking the gardens. Restaurant.

Total Capacity

4 per cottage

Electronics

Phone & Broadband
Satellite TV

Activities

Art Gallery of Internationally acclaimed artists, focusing on printmaking but also exceptional examples in other media. Non toxic printmaking and drawing courses run by on-site professional Mark Graver.
Subtropical garden tours around the "Garden of Significance" with plant guru Robin Booth. Wharepuke is part of the Fullers Great Sights Eco tour which includes Living Nature cosmetics, and Ake Ake vineyard.
River walks following the Kerikeri river through native bush and onto a Maori Pa site are 5. min. walk away.

Tariff Range

$130- $180 per night per cottage for 2 people.

Tariff Includes

Accommodation- small charge for internet access and laundry facilitys

Directions

Kerikeri is 3 1/2 hour drive from Auckland airport or 7mins. from the BOI airport. From SH10 turn into Kerikeri road. Drive through Keirkeri township following "Historical Sites" sign around the one way system. Wharepuke is 1km from the centre of town at 190 Kerikeri road. Go straight over two round-abouts and start going down the Stone Store hill. There is a 50km road sign on the right. We are on the left almost opposite it. There is a sign saying "Wharepuke" The cottages cannot be seen from the road. Come down into the little valley where we have our venue. If no one seems to be around ring the intercom on the outside of the building.