Title: River Palms Retreat - Paihia Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6135281&destination=Haruru%2C+Northland%2C+New+Zealand&selected=105754927&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # River Palms Retreat - Paihia Holiday Home ## Photo gallery for River Palms Retreat - Paihia Holiday Home ![Outdoor dining - River Palms Retreat - Paihia Holiday Home (Haruru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105760000/105755000/105754927/f3dec17e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, WiFi - River Palms Retreat - Paihia Holiday Home (Haruru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105760000/105755000/105754927/07a38567.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - River Palms Retreat - Paihia Holiday Home (Haruru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105760000/105755000/105754927/f21708d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster - River Palms Retreat - Paihia Holiday Home (Haruru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105760000/105755000/105754927/d463124e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - River Palms Retreat - Paihia Holiday Home (Haruru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105760000/105755000/105754927/ad4a406d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled near Haruru Falls, The River Palms Retreat offers a tranquil escape with modern comforts. Enjoy alfresco dining under the umbrella, unwind by the outdoor fireplace or indulge in a soak at your private spa. With three heat pumps and ample parking for boats, this four-bedroom haven comfortably accommodates up to 10 guests. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### River Palms Retreat - Paihia Holiday Home Relax and recharge in paradise on the spacious deck or in the lounge, enjoying the fabulous indoor-outdoor flow through the modern, immaculate living, dining, and kitchen areas. Whip up a tasty brunch for your group or family and enjoy an alfresco meal under the umbrella. Come evening, immerse yourself in pure bliss with a soak in your private spa while your group fires up the Weber and winds down on warm summer nights. Sure to impress, this four-bedroom holiday home is equipped with an outdoor fireplace, a Smart TV for entertainment if the weather has you indoors, and three heat pumps for year-round comfort. This inviting accommodation boasts three bathrooms, laundry facilities, and ample boat parking, while comfortably accommodating up to 8 guests on a single level. The convenience of having access to a private boat ramp and jetty on the Waitangi River, providing direct access to the Bay of Islands, makes this location a boater's paradise. No need to leave your car and trailer at public boat ramps, staying at this retreat means you are avoiding the congestion. Just a three-hour drive north of Auckland, the retreat is within walking distance to the reserve and Haruru Falls, the boat ramp is one-minute away, and it's a five-minute drive to the Paihia waterfront with its shops, cafes, and restaurants. Don't let this modern riverside escape slip away - The River Palms Retreat awaits! Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. This is a pet-friendly property. All guests wishing to bring dogs must notify us in advance by adding them in the drop down when making their booking. The owner lives next door, has their own dog, and requires advance notification so they may keep their dog confined to their property. This allows both parties to be safety conscious and avoid any issues with their pets. There are strictly no parties at this property. The bunks at this property are only suitable for children. There are security cameras monitoring the outside of the property at all times. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,561 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4032500/4032415/718fbb03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kerikeri Park Lodge Kerikeri - 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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 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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. ### Property is also known as 641871 ## About the area Haruru is home to this holiday home. Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Treaty House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Action World and Makana Chocolate Boutique. Makana Confections and The Kauri Workshop are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## River Palms Retreat - Paihia Holiday Home Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle G. 20 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Immaculate escape We thoroughly enjoyed this luxurious accommodation, would not hesitate to rebook! ##### Michelle G. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aroha 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A great place to stay. ##### Aroha Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa N. 29 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very nice house ##### Lisa N. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Reegan P. 13 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Great stay awesome property ! ##### Reegan P. 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