Title: The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere 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 # The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere Apartment in Maungatapere ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119449800/119449791/b800196a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119449800/119449791/1e41845f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119449800/119449791/0b93440c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119449800/119449791/0addc159.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119449800/119449791/29b383da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere provides everything that you need. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available £66 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct ## 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. ### The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere Reconnect with nature in a unique Bush Bus retreat, where farm life, native bush, and comfort meet. Step into a one-of-a-kind getaway, set on a peaceful farm surrounded by native bush and birdsong. The Bush Bus is a creatively converted studio with a cosy full bed, a fully equipped kitchen, and a welcoming dining and lounge space. Stay comfortable year-round with heating, and enjoy a hot shower after a day exploring the nearby Kiwi House, local bush walks, or the short 10 km trip into town. In summer, you’re welcome to enjoy the farm’s lake and kayak — we only ask that if you open any gates, you close them behind you. There’s no Wi-Fi here – just great cellphone coverage and the chance to truly unplug. Your friendly hosts are nearby if you need anything, and happy to share local tips and hidden gems. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Hob - Oven ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### 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 - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/35000000/34995000/34994915/bd897a96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Cabin minutes drive from the city centre and local tourist attractions Abbey Caves - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 ## About the area Maungatapere is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Native Bird Recovery Centre and Mair Park, while Kiwi North: Museum and Hundertwasser Art Centre are cultural highlights. [Visit our Maungatapere travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maungatapere.dx553248635926198001) [View more Apartments in Maungatapere](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maungatapere-Apartments.d553248635926198001-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-35.744965,174.22813&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7CpcyEy%7Ckf%60%40%3FS%3FS%3FQ%40S%40S%3FQ%40Q%40U%40QBS%40QBQ%40UBQBQBQBQDQBQDSDQBQFQDSDMDQFQFODQFOFQFMHSFMFOHMFOHOHMHOHOHMJOHKJOHKJKHMLMJKHKJKLKJKLIJKLGJKLILILGJILGLILGNILELILCNGLENELELENENALGNANCLANCNALCNANCN%3FN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%3FLBN%40NBN%3FNDL%40NBL%40NFN%40LDNDLDNDLDLFNBLHLDLHNFJHLFLHLFLHJHLJLFJJLHJJJJJJJJJJJLJLJJHJJNHJJNHLHNHNHLFNHNHLFNFLFRHLFPFNDPFNDPFPDLDRDPDPDPBRDPBPDPBP%40PBPBTBP%40P%40RBP%40T%3FP%40P%40R%3FR%40P%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FRAR%3FPARAR%3FPARCRAPAPCPCTCPAPCPEPCPERCPEPEPEPEPENGPEPGNEPGNGPINGPGLGNINILGNILININILKNIJKNIJKJKNKJKJKJKJKJKJMHKJMFMLKFMHMFMHMHKFOHMFMDMHODMDMDODMDODMDOBODM%40OBM%40ODO%3FOBO%40MBO%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCOAMCOAOCMAOCOAMEOCOEMEMEOEMEOEMEMIMEOGMIMGMIKIMGMIMGKMMGKKMIKKMKKKIKKKMKIOKKIKKOIKKOIMIOIOIMIOGMIOGOGMIQGOGQGOEQGOGQEQEOEQGQCQEQEQCSEQCQCQCQCQAUCQAQCQASASAQ%3FSASAQ%3FS%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0537lsyTRZHLTvK0KJdztHTolag=) Maungatapere, Northland Region ### What's nearby - Town Basin Marina - 12 min drive - 7.1 miles - Whangarei Art Museum - 12 min drive - 7.1 miles - Northland Event Centre - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles - Whangarei Quarry Gardens - 14 min drive - 8.1 miles - Whangarei Falls - 19 min drive - 10.3 miles ### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 28 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪KFC - ‬13 min drive - ‪Maunu Hot Bread Shop - ‬10 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Salt Cafe - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere? > As of 3 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere on 19 Oct 2025 start from £65.72, 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/Maungatapere-Hotels-The-Bush-Bus-Natures-Hideaway-Whangarei.h119449791.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere? > Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere located? > Situated in Maungatapere, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Kiwi North: Museum, Native Bird Recovery Centre and Clarke Homestead. Botanica & Cafler Park and Tuatara Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Bush Bus Nature’s Hideaway Whangarei, Maungatapere Reviews 10 ### 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### shannon k. 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent and cool. Good cooking facilities. Excellent bed. Private, quiet. ##### shannon k. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shannon k. 4 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent ##### shannon k. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025