Location and Activities

28 Pa Road, Kerikeri 0230, Bay of Islands, New Zealand.

Lyness Accommodation is conveniently located just 3 km’s from the town centre of Kerikeri on a quiet no exit road. Kerikeri can be reached by either a 45 minute flight from Auckland to the Bay of Islands Airport (7 km’s from Kerikeri) or 270 km’s by road, about a 3/1/2 hour drive. Kerikeri, gateway to the Bay of Islands, is a vibrant community with a warm sub-tropical climate, often called the winterless north.

It is regarded as the birthplace of the nation and has the 2 oldest buildings in New Zealand, the Stone Store and the Kemp House and is where the first missionaries came. Kerikeri offers many attractions in addition to the historic Stone Store basin.

It is now home to the world famous artist, Chris Booth, and his 11 metre water sculpture of stacked boulders and bronze.

It has several award winning wineries, a chocolate factory, world class golf nearby, a Sunday farmer’s market, and the unique Cathay Cinema. Kerikeri has a thriving arts and crafts industry along with boutique shops and several cafes and restaurants to satisfy a variety of culinary tastes.

Take a relaxing heritage cruise on the Kerikeri Inlet on the steamboat, Eliza Hobson, or a walk on the river track up to Rainbow Falls to experience the magic of Kerikeri.

Kerikeri is ideally situated for day trips to Cape Reinga, the Kauri forests, a boat trip out to the Bay of Islands, historic Waitangi, or the romantic town of Russell.

Or one can experience the almost endless aquatic opportunities the Bay of Islands has to offer --fishing, boating, kayaking, diving, snorkelling, or just relaxing on one of Northlands beautiful beaches!

Your hosts, Sharon and Adrian, have lived in the area for several years and are happy to help plan your activities in the area to maximise your time and enjoyment of this beautiful part of New Zealand.

Links:

Kerikeri - www.kerikeri.co.nz

Bay of Islands - www.bay-of-islands.co.nz

Northland - www.northlandnz.com

Steamboat Cruise - www.steamship.co.nz

Kerikeri Farmers Market - www.farmersmarket.org.nz

 NZ Stays For All Sorts Of New Zealand Accommodation