Stroll to cafes from your charming self-contained guest cottage in the rainforest garden of 'The Ferns' B&B in Titirangi, Auckland. Only 30 minutes from Auckland International Airport, the central city, and the dramatic West Coast Beaches, The Ferns Chalet offers self catering facilities and a peaceful haven for guests who prefer a touch of private luxury close to cafes, galleries and hiking trails. Complimentary breakfast basket on arrival. Facilities include a well equiped kitchenette, superking size bed, spa bath, underfloor heating, Satellite TV, telephone and Internet connection available for your laptop. Minimum stay 5 nights for advanced bookings

A self-contained 2 bedroomed house just outside the village of Patumahoe, 45 minutes from Auckland city and 35 minutes from Auckland airport. A garden surrounds the property and beyond are farms. The village is a few minutes walk away and the nearest town is 8 minutes by car (Pukekohe) with a train station. Hamilton is 1 hour south. Beaches are close by.

Stafford Villa is a true treasure amongst hosted villas, hidden away in leafy Birkenhead Point, just across the bridge from Auckland City or you can take a short delightful ferry ride. Chris and Mark Windram are as famous for their sumptuous breakfasts as for the stars that choose Stafford Villa over everywhere else Auckland has to offer. This grand, balconied two-story house is furnished with Chris's fascinating oriental collectibles. Fresh flowers and handmade chocolates, luxurious spa, bathroom products and delicious linens ensure guests have that international level of comfort.The two luxuriously furnished bedrooms each have an en-suite with bath. The small gothic conservatory and down double-spiral staircases leads to serene gardens on several levels, so you can always find a peaceful retreat, in sun or shade or a game of garden chess. As a haven where you are also welcome to entertain friends and guests, Stafford Villa is without peer and is a truly unique hosted villa, enthusiastically run to international standards. Chris and Mark Windram look forward to making you feel like a star, too.

Stafford Villa is Qualmark 5 star rated and a member of Heritage and Character Inns of New Zealand.

Piha Beach Bed and Breakfast is a fully self contained cottage just across from Piha Beach set in a peacefull and private setting. The modern well appointed cottage has queen bed with ensuite and a sofa bed in the lounge It includes a fully equiped kitchenette and dining. Easy walking distance to all Piha's amenities, close to bush and coastal walks. Easy drive to restaurants and local cafes arts and crafts