Title: Opulent1-Bdr elegant Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Opulent1-Bdr elegant Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House Apartment in Aratapu with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99260000/99253600/99253532/8e8b1788.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99260000/99253600/99253532/401c3583.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99260000/99253600/99253532/31f091e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99260000/99253600/99253532/b57be8cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99260000/99253600/99253532/67734a09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the charm of Whare Kura, a historic 150-yr-old schoolhouse on the Pouto Peninsula. Enjoy your elegant open-plan lounge-office-dining-kitchen, unwind in your mezzanine bedroom with Queen bed and sofa bed or relax on the small front-door deck porch. Explore rural settings around you. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi £92 includes taxes & fees 4 Nov - 5 Nov ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Opulent1-Bdr elegant Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House This STUNNING fully self-contained Guest-Wing is located in one of the most historic buildings in the region: WHARE KURA the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House! The decor is gorgeous and lavish - nicknamed "Ponsonby Chic" style of embracing the Victorian era with a funky edge ... a truly bespoke and roomy "apartment". Amenities Include: \> Elegant open-plan lounge-office-dining-kitchen \> Bathroom with toilet, shower, washing-machine & tumble-dryer \> Fabulous mezzanine bedroom with Queen, and SofaBed (large Single / small Double) \> Small front-door deck porch \> Generous free parking \> Rural setting WHARE KURA is a huge 150-yr-old School House, and this fully self-contained Guest-Wing (with its own entrance) is roughly one-quarter of the large historic building. The decor is STUNNING and fabulous for a Single or Couple wanting quality accommodation in a truly bespoke and authentically unique setting. Also with the SofaBed, this means the apartment can also accommodate two Singles, or Couple+Single, or Parents with 1-2 children. LOCATION: POUTO PENINSULA by the KAIPARA HARBOUR \> 1-min to Superette in Te Kopuru \> 5-mins to Dargaville town \> 10-mins to Supermarket \> 10-mins to Glinks Gully Beach \> 20-mins to Baylys Beach \> 30-mins to Kai Iwi Lakes \> 1-Hour to Tane Mahuta in Waipoua Forest on the Kauri Coast POINTS TO NOTE: \> Excellent discounts available here online for stays of 28+ nights. \> Nightly rate is based on two guests sharing the Queen Bed as a couple. If two single guests require both the Queen and Sofa beds, then an additional one-off $50 Extra Bed fee is payable. \> For stays of 3-Months-plus, an additional standard Rental Hire form is required to be signed. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Swimming 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68340000/68332200/68332117/6f58da8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cheap & Cheerful 1-3Bdr roomy Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House Dargaville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 9 reviews £97 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=68332117&PinnedHotelID=68332117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15780000/15778400/15778392/da63ec7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Motel Hobson's Choice Dargaville - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-36.01327%2C173.90160&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zbowf0pQUfPyR6lwmlONcwPo4UI=) Aratapu, Northland #### What's nearby - Dargaville Museum - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles - The Woodturners Kauri Gallery and Studio - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles - Taha Awa Riverside Gardens - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles - Zizania Hand Made Papers - 12 min drive - 5.0 miles - Kai Iwi Lakes - 42 min drive - 33.5 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Fast Foods Dargaville - ‬8 min drive - ‪Blah, Blah, Blah Café - ‬9 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Bakehouse Cafe - ‬9 min drive - ‪Matich's Premier Restaurant - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Opulent1-Bdr elegant Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Opulent1-Bdr elegant Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House? > As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Opulent1-Bdr elegant Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House on 4 Nov 2025 start from £91.79, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aratapu-Hotels-1-Bedroom-Self-Contained-Guest-Wing-In-Aratapu.h99253532.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Opulent1-Bdr elegant Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Opulent1-Bdr elegant Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Opulent1-Bdr elegant Guest-Wing at the 150-yr-old Aratapu School House located? > Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Zizania Hand Made Papers, Dargaville Museum and The Woodturners Kauri Gallery and Studio. Taha Awa Riverside Gardens is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) away. ## Have a question? 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