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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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Reviews
8.0

Very good

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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Dargaville, Northland
  • Popular LocationDargaville Museum8 min drive
  • Popular LocationTane Mahuta17 min drive
  • Popular LocationKai Iwi Lakes41 min drive
  • AirportWhangarei (WRE)83 min drive

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About the area

Aratapu

At this apartment, you'll be 6 km (3.7 mi) from Zizania Hand Made Papers and 7.8 km (4.9 mi) from Dargaville Museum. .Apartment features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a sofa bed and a living room are also available. .This apartment building offers a terrace and a garden.
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What's nearby

  • The Woodturners Kauri Gallery and Studio - 8 min drive
  • Dargaville Museum - 8 min drive
  • Taha Awa Riverside Gardens - 10 min drive
  • Tane Mahuta - 17 min drive
  • Kai Iwi Lakes - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Northern Wairoa Hotel - 9 min drive
  • Blah Blah Blah Cafe & Bar - 9 min drive
  • Subway - 10 min drive
  • Bakehouse Cafe - 9 min drive
  • Fast Foods - 8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cheap & Cheerful 1-3Bdr roomy Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House

Fully self-contained and well-equipped "cheap & cheerful" roomy and simple 2-Bedroom Guest-Wing within this large iconic 150-yr-old building in the Kaipara on the Kauri Coast.
(Conservatory able to potentially act as a 3rd Bedroom.)

AMENITIES INCLUDE:
> Own separate porch entry
> Simple Kitchen-Dining-Lounge
> Large conservatory with small outside terrace
> Bathroom with shower, washing-machine & dryer - Separate Toilet
> Huge 8-person upstairs Master Bedroom with Queen bed, and 2 x Double-Single Bunk-Beds, and large Office Desk. (Optional Double and/or King-Single mattresses on the floor)
> Twin bedroom off the Master with 2 x Single Beds (optional extra King Single mattress on the floor)
> Couches in the Conservatory also available for additional 3 guests to sleep on as a 'make-shift' 3rd Bedroom
> Lounge L-couch can sleep 2 guests
> Pleasant rural outlook
> Loads of free parking

LOCATION:
1-Min to local superette in Te Kopuru
5-Mins to Dargaville
10-Mins to Glinks Gully Beach
10-Mins to Countdown Supermarket
15-Mins to Baylys Beach
30-Mins to Kai Iwi Lakes
1-Hour to Tane Mahuta at Waipoua Forest

BEDDING CONFIGURATIONS:
The first six guests are based on sharing the three Queen/Double beds.
If you require more than three beds for the first six guests, do let us know and a $30/Bed surcharge applies.

SPECIAL NOTES:
> As one of the oldest functional buildings in the Kaipara today, this wonderful "Old Lady" is rich in history, heritage, quirks and idiosyncracies, featuring relaxed and dated decor - so perhaps not ideal for anyone "fussy"!
> Also, because it is an original Classroom at this heritage-rich historic property that has been converted into Guest-Wings, it may be possible to hear some noise from other Wings at times, not dissimilar to hearing noise from an adjoining apartment - or adjacent classroom! :)

Property manager

MARY of Admin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • No lifts
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 3 steps to reach property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Unit size: 1399 sq ft (130 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Exterior steps & internal stairs

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

THE OLD Aratapu School House Aratapu
THE OLD Aratapu School House Apartment
THE OLD Aratapu School House Apartment Aratapu

Frequently asked questions

Does Cheap & Cheerful 1-3Bdr roomy Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Cheap & Cheerful 1-3Bdr roomy Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House?

As of 20 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cheap & Cheerful 1-3Bdr roomy Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House on 1 May 2024 start from NZ$239.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cheap & Cheerful 1-3Bdr roomy Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House?

No, Cheap & Cheerful 1-3Bdr roomy Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cheap & Cheerful 1-3Bdr roomy Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Cheap & Cheerful 1-3Bdr roomy Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Cheap & Cheerful 1-3Bdr roomy Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wharekure Aratapu
Nice area, lots to see. We toured around the north island and visited lots of historic and current events and entertainment. Our hosts were available when we needed help and not in our face when we did not. It was a wonderful time and I recommend the place for a nice stay.
Stayed 91 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Gwenda J.

Real potential
The Wharekura “ pre-reno” apartment we stayed at was marred by 3 of the 4 elements of the stove not working properly, the oven wouldn’t go. There appeared to be no smoke detectors although the owners reassured me later that they were there. The shower doors were hard to close. Like much inside the apartment, the wiring looked dodgy and as old as the building. The stairs to the room were uneven. I contacted Kathy after we left. In hind sight, I should have done so sooner and given them the opportunity to remedy the faults as she seemed happy to do. Moral of the story ...you get what you pay for??
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jaime R.

Basic and quaint
As expected and as described. Sheets were clean and accomodation was tidy. Could have been a little cleaner (inside the fridge and the toilet smelt a bit) Gorgeous view to wake up to from the upstairs room! Suited our needs for the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023