Title: Private and Peaceful Kingfisher Paradise Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private and Peaceful Kingfisher Paradise Cottage Enchanted setting minutes from the Thames Coast. Smart, upscale furnishings. Comfortable and warm with views over the garden, bush and stream. Fully self-contained. Ideal for longer stays. Kingfisher Paradise is a perfect place to relax and recharge or explore all the Coromandel Peninsula has to offer. Natural New Zealand at its most pristine. The owners, Roger and Jan live on the premises. Tapu Coroglen is a valley close to Tapu Village with a pub, shop, camping ground, and art gallery. Great fishing along the coast, swimming holes, sea food gathering, water sports. Within a short drive from Kingfisher Paradise are cafes, art galleries, rock hunting, beach combing, bush walks, boats for hire, restaurant/pub, fish filleting services. Within the hour there is the Coromandel Township, Thames Township, over the hill to Hot Water Beach, Whitianga with white sandy beaches, cafes, artist trails and festivals. No-smoking no-drug policies on the premises Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Kitchen - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Kayak - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627098/4d22682d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels Thames - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 169 reviews £78 includes taxes & fees 4 Feb - 5 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=9627098&PinnedHotelID=9627098&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627800/9627719/930653bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels Thames - Pool - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 248 reviews £85 includes taxes & fees 9 Feb - 10 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=9627719&PinnedHotelID=9627719&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Signature Chalet, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624384/54ad160e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Motor Lodge Thames - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room - Microwave 9.0 Wonderful 252 reviews £77 includes taxes & fees 4 Mar - 5 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=9624384&PinnedHotelID=9624384&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Chalet (Camellia) | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7250000/7249700/7249666/0f9fbb20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grafton Cottage & Chalets Thames - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 426 reviews £101 includes taxes & fees 9 Feb - 10 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=7249666&PinnedHotelID=7249666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=38001966&PinnedHotelID=38001966&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=38001966,9627098,9627719,9624384,7249666) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 ### Property is also known as Private and Peaceful Kingfisher Paradise Cottage Tapu Private and Peaceful Kingfisher Paradise Cottage Cottage Private and Peaceful Kingfisher Paradise Cottage Cottage Tapu ## About the area Tapu is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tararu Bay and Wilson Bay, while Goldmine Experience and The Treasury are cultural highlights. Surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. 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