WHARE KURA - Two Interconnecting Guest-Wings at the Old Aratapu School House
Apartment in Auckland Region
23 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this apartment rental
WHARE KURA
2 x interconnecting Guest-Wings (both fully self-contained)
[Sleeps up to 23]
Spacious (approx 250sqm) spread over two Guest-Wings - ideal for small to large Groups, and extended multi-generational Families.
"Cheap & Cheerful" pre-renovation Guest-Wing accommodating 2-19 guests.
Plus
"Elegant & opulent" post-renovation Guest-Wing accommodation 1-4 guests.
which gives one vast space(!) including two kitchen-dining-living areas.
LARGER PRE-RENOVATION GUEST-WING
Decor is dated and quirky - and not ideal for anyone fussy.
> Roomy old kitchen-dining-lounge-conservatory-terrace area with basic Sky TV box (which has a connecting door into the other guest-wing)
> Lounge that can sleep two on the settee
> Conservatory that can sleep three on couches
> Huge upstairs main bedroom with Queen bed, and 2 x Double-Single bunk-beds, plus space to add in a Double mattress and King-Single mattress on the floor
> Twin bedroom off the huge main bedroom with 2 x Single Beds, plus room to add in a King Single mattress.
> Bathroom with shower, washing-machine & tumble-dryer. Separate toilet.
SMALLER POST-RENOVATION GUEST-WING
Beautifully renovated to a high standard of lavish feeling of opulence.
> Elegant downstairs open-plan Kitchen-Dining-Lounge-Office (which has a connecting door into the other guest-wing).
> Downstairs Bathroom with toilet, shower, washing-machine & dryer.
> Gorgeous upstairs loft mezzanine bedroom, with Queen Bed, and Sofa-Bed (large single / small double).
SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY:
Because we can't link the two individual guest-wing calendar availability to this double listing, reservations are always by request - but we will promptly reply to say whether both wings are available. :)
MASSIVE SET-UP
This creates a truly sizeable combined space!!
LOCATION:
> 1-min drive to Diary in Te Kopuru
> 5-min drive to Dargaville
> 10-min drive to Glinks Gully Beach, and local Countdown supermarket
> 15-min drive to Baylys Beach
> 30-min drive to Kai Iwi Lakes
> 1-Hour drive to Tane Mahuta in Waipoua Forest
Generous free parking available (the property has a large concreted parking area)
BEDDING CONFIGURATION:
Bookings for the first 8 guests are based on sharing the 4 x Queen/Double Beds.
[If any of the first 8 guests don't wish to share a bed, Extra Beds are available at $40/Bed per stay]
BOOKING UP TO 23 GUESTS:
The AirBNB system only facilitates for reservations up to 16 guests, so beyond that we need to create a Money Request in their system, for the Extra Guest cost of $27pp/night.
2 x interconnecting Guest-Wings (both fully self-contained)
[Sleeps up to 23]
Spacious (approx 250sqm) spread over two Guest-Wings - ideal for small to large Groups, and extended multi-generational Families.
"Cheap & Cheerful" pre-renovation Guest-Wing accommodating 2-19 guests.
Plus
"Elegant & opulent" post-renovation Guest-Wing accommodation 1-4 guests.
which gives one vast space(!) including two kitchen-dining-living areas.
LARGER PRE-RENOVATION GUEST-WING
Decor is dated and quirky - and not ideal for anyone fussy.
> Roomy old kitchen-dining-lounge-conservatory-terrace area with basic Sky TV box (which has a connecting door into the other guest-wing)
> Lounge that can sleep two on the settee
> Conservatory that can sleep three on couches
> Huge upstairs main bedroom with Queen bed, and 2 x Double-Single bunk-beds, plus space to add in a Double mattress and King-Single mattress on the floor
> Twin bedroom off the huge main bedroom with 2 x Single Beds, plus room to add in a King Single mattress.
> Bathroom with shower, washing-machine & tumble-dryer. Separate toilet.
SMALLER POST-RENOVATION GUEST-WING
Beautifully renovated to a high standard of lavish feeling of opulence.
> Elegant downstairs open-plan Kitchen-Dining-Lounge-Office (which has a connecting door into the other guest-wing).
> Downstairs Bathroom with toilet, shower, washing-machine & dryer.
> Gorgeous upstairs loft mezzanine bedroom, with Queen Bed, and Sofa-Bed (large single / small double).
SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY:
Because we can't link the two individual guest-wing calendar availability to this double listing, reservations are always by request - but we will promptly reply to say whether both wings are available. :)
MASSIVE SET-UP
This creates a truly sizeable combined space!!
LOCATION:
> 1-min drive to Diary in Te Kopuru
> 5-min drive to Dargaville
> 10-min drive to Glinks Gully Beach, and local Countdown supermarket
> 15-min drive to Baylys Beach
> 30-min drive to Kai Iwi Lakes
> 1-Hour drive to Tane Mahuta in Waipoua Forest
Generous free parking available (the property has a large concreted parking area)
BEDDING CONFIGURATION:
Bookings for the first 8 guests are based on sharing the 4 x Queen/Double Beds.
[If any of the first 8 guests don't wish to share a bed, Extra Beds are available at $40/Bed per stay]
BOOKING UP TO 23 GUESTS:
The AirBNB system only facilitates for reservations up to 16 guests, so beyond that we need to create a Money Request in their system, for the Extra Guest cost of $27pp/night.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
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How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Auckland Region?
The average price for a rental in Auckland Region is £119 per night. This rental is £4 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at WHARE KURA - Two Interconnecting Guest-Wings at the Old Aratapu School House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is WHARE KURA - Two Interconnecting Guest-Wings at the Old Aratapu School House pet friendly?
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What amenities are available at WHARE KURA - Two Interconnecting Guest-Wings at the Old Aratapu School House?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.
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