THE PAINTED PONY INN BED & BREAKFAST WHANGAREI ACCOMMODATION NZ  

 

GUEST FEEDBACK

"We really enjoyed our stay here with  the beautiful surroundings, cute pets & great hospitality. Loved the paintings! We will be back :)" 

Pier & Monique, Akld NZ

 

"WOW! What a magical place - everything about your piece of  paradise is perfect, can't wait to return with our  4-leg'd family. Thank you!"

Janelle & Wes, Akld NZ

 

"Many thanks for a wonderful time at the Painted Pony - Fantastic diving at the Poor Knights - the dive of a  lifetime. Best wishes."

Megan & Kirk, Akld NZ

 

"Lovely spot ...Thank you for your  warm hospitality."

Christine & Murray, New Plymouth NZ

 

"We recommend the Painted Pony to all who want peace, quiet, beauty, wonderful  hosts - Once again thanks!"

Pam's family Akld NZ

 

"Wonderful, inviting & sincere hospitality, we were re-energised within 15 mins of arrival ..."

Max & Lana, Akld NZ

 

"We will remember when we get back to the UK, your kind hospitality, paintings, scenery, just all."

Jeanne & Alvin, Devon UK

 

"Your friendly hospitality was a bonus to your "WOW" place! We wish you all the best with this special place in NZ!"

Ed & Marie, Edmonton CANADA.

 

"Fab place, you've thought of everything, very comfortable. Wish we could stay longer"

Lesley & Joe, Taupo NZ

 

"...This place has got the WOW factor. I will be recommending it to friends and family".

Kathy and family, Te Awamutu NZ

 

"Thank you for your hospitality. Always nice to call and I am certain I'll be back!"

Colin, Auckland NZ

 

"You truly have a wonderful place here ... the artwork time put into the house is inspiring.

Doug & Jack, La Canada CA USA

 

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Boutique Bed and Breakfast Accommodation Whangarei Northland New Zealand  -  En route to the Tutukaka Coast and the world-famous Poor Knight's Marine Reserve

 

TRANQUIL RETREAT FOR TWO set amongst the clean and green countryside between the stunning Tutukaka Coast and Whangarei City.

 

SELF-CONTAINED UNIT is well equipped.

 

SELF-SERVE sumptuous full breakfast is provided in the unit ... homemade bread and jams, eggs, fruit, juice, yoghurt, cereals, perculated coffee and tea.

 

10 MINS DRIVE TO NGUNGURU VILLAGE with its magnificent Sandspit - the gateway to several pristine sandy playgrounds that make up the world-famous Tutukaka Coast.

 

8 MINS TO WHANGAREI FALLS in the other direction and the City is a few minutes further on.

 

FREE WIRELESS BROADBAND

 

BRING YOUR HORSE

 

VISIT THIS WEBSITE HorseTackNZ  to view new and innovative products for the comfort and therapy of the discerning NZ horse and rider.

 

TO BOOK ACCOMMODATION PLEASE EMAIL:

The Painted Pony Inn B&B
PROPRIETORS: Peter & Suzanne Liddall

Phone: +64 9 437 5304

The Painted Pony Inn operates a NON SMOKING policy.

 

Tariff: 

Double $145 pn   

Single $110 pn

Seasonal rates may occur

 

The self-contained unit  is built in Denim Blue Coloursteel, and is separate to the main house.

The spacious interior is open-plan including dining and lounge area combined with the bedroom, and is well equipped with:

Separate ensuite, Queen bed with sheepskin electric blanket, single bed, radio alarm clock, 2-seater couch, TV, CD player, DVD player, dining suite, small stove, ceiling fan, heater, microwave, fridge, wardrobe, and sideboard. 

 

THINGS TO DO ...

Exquisite beaches start at: Ngunguru Village, Church Bay, Pacific Bay, Wellington's Bay, Tutukaka Marina, Matapouri Beach, Woolley's Bay, Whale Bay and Sandy Bay.

The Liddall farm is next to a river set amongst native trees. Enjoy a stroll; bring your horse to ride on the farm or forest next door; take a spa at sunset (overlooking the bush) with a cool glass of wine or beer; relax on the deck and read a book or play pool; cook a delicious barbeque in native bush by the river; check out the art in the Hallway gallery - and that's just at our place!

 

Kayaking - go to Pacific Coast Kayaks

Scenic Boat Cruises - go to A Perfect Day

Surfing - Sandy Bay is the very best surfing beach for miles! Lots of other waves around also!

Diving Charters - go to  Pacific Hideaway or DiveTutukaka        

About the - Tutukaka Marina and Sportfishing
Marine Life - Ocean explorer Wade Doak
                     

Bay of Islands - Located approx 1.5hrs from The Painted Pony Inn

 

ORIGINAL FINE ART

Take time to look through the Hallway Gallery to view original artworks in oils by Suzanne who is an award winning artist.

 

AWARDS:
1997 to 2001 Telecom Northland Art Award

Five times finalist
1998 Winner Telecom Northland Art Award
'Save the Kukupa'
2000 3rd Place Northland Art Award

'As Time goes by' a time-scape triptych
2002 Winner of the Tutukaka Coast Lions

Community Phonebook Cover Award

 

ENQUIRE HERE ABOUT A WEDDING PACKAGE

Available for the intended couple who require a quiet setting for their wedding, suitable for up to 60 people.  Beautiful macrocarpa table is 7 metres long and seats 26 people comfortably. Plenty of room for extra tables and chairs.

HUGE DECK on MAIN  HOUSE could also be used for a wedding breakfast of around 40 people and can be completely enclosed with the plastic curtains in case of a turn in the weather ... and still maintain lovely views.

For a larger wedding, inquire about pitching a large wedding  marquee!

Plenty of opportunity for lovely photos of your wedding.

Hire a retro Ford '73 from ceremony to venue and photo shoot.

 

 

Directions from Auckland:
Whangarei is located 2 hours North of Auckland CBD travelling on State Highway 1.

 
Directions from Whangarei:
From Whangarei city follow the signs to the Tutukaka Coast. Mill Road leads onto Kiripaka Road which takes you to the suburb of Tikipunga. Turn right at the roundabout and head for Tutukaka. (You will see the Whangarei Falls on your right). Keep on this main road - Ngunguru Road. The turn off to Ngunguru Ford Road is on your right, (8 kms exactly from the Whangarei Falls).


Directions from Ngunguru Ford Road:
Our driveway is the 4th on the right and is 0.6km down Ngunguru Ford Road, #64.  Follow the B&B ARROW signs down to the very end of the driveway which is 0.6km long. You will see the main house which is a one-storey house coloured pale cocoa in New Mexican style, at the end of a long line of palm trees.

 

 If you need help to find us:

 www.nztourmaps.com

 

 And a vehicle to get you here:

 
 All you need to know about the weather 
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The Fine Print ...

CANCELLATION POLICY:

If you need to cancel please do so no less than 5 days before the reservation start date. Less than 5 days, and/or you fail to show up on the expected day of arrival - we retain the right to bill your credit card account  for the full amount - only if we cannot fill that vacancy.

 

SMOKING:

The Painted Pony Inn and associated Property operates a NON-SMOKING policy in keeping with our clean green lifestyle.

 

ARRIVALS:

Guests are requested to arrive after 1pm. Departure time is 10am but we don't mind a later time in the morning, just let us know in advance.