Tony and Lyn Welcome you to Strathaven at Waipu

Nothing to do but relax in this quiet and private house and garden overlooking the estuary and off shore Islands of Waipu and Bream Bay.  Exactly half way between the Village of Waipu and the sands and surf of Waipu Cove.  Stay in our self contained Garden Room, or let us host you in our B&B.

• Expansive sea views from every room
• Sit by the pool, or enjoy a soak in the spa
• Walk 5 minutes to the bird sanctuary where rare fairy terns nest
• 4 kms to Waipu Cove Surf beach, and the Waipu Coastal Trail
• 4 kms to Waipu Village – Regular markets, cafes, restaurants, shops, Waipu Museum  MORE local Activities
• 2 bicycles available for guest use

Strathaven
400 Cove Road Waipu
09 432 0252
lyn.tony@strathaven.co.nz
www.strathaven.co.nz

Garden Room

Your self contained accommodation includes:

• Two comfortable bedrooms each with a queen bed
• Your own deck overlooking our private garden and out to sea
• Enjoy a luxurious soak in your own bath (bath salts supplied!)
• small kitchen with your own fridge, microwave, toaster and jug
• TV and DVD player
• Tea and coffee provided

$125/ night for one or two people  $30/night per extra adult

Strathaven Spa Room B&B

• Enjoy your spacious private queen room in the main house
• Your own ensuite bathroom
• Catch the afternoon sun in the sunny window seats
• Cost includes a luscious continental breakfast
• Share the rest of the facilities in the house

Price for B&B  $125 /night for two people, includes breakfast

 Directions to Strathaven – 400 Cove Road, Waipu

We are halfway between Waipu  and from Waipu Cove  on the Twin Coast Discovery Highway.

From Waipu Cove – 4kms – the first driveway on left just before the 80 kms/hour sign

From Waipu Village – 4kms – the first driveway on right just after the 100km/hour sign

Your Hosts – Tony and Lyn

Your hosts will ensure you enjoy your stay in Waipu.  They have both travelled wextensively  and are also open to Home Exchange at some times of the year – see that listing here

Tony is a keen cyclist and Lyn’s infectious sense of humour will keep you on your toes.

Where does our name Strathaven come from?

Strathaven was the name of Tony’s family home in Rangiora in the South Island, which in turn was named from their family home in Kirkfieldbank, Scotland.  Lyn is a MacDougall and her family comes from the Outer Hebrides in Scotland.  So although they are not related to the original Scottish settlers in Waipu, they have strong Scottish connections and wear their tartan in Waipu with pride.

What to do in Waipu and Bream Bay – Local Events and activities

Explore our community website for more information about Waipu and what is available.

• Local markets and events
• About Waipu and the Settlement of Bream Bay
• What to do in Waipu and Bream Bay
• Sign up on the newsletter on the Bream Bay website to keep in touch with local news

Photos of Waipu

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Self contained apartment style accommodation in Waipu
with fabulous views of the river, sea and offshore islands

Just minutes from the Scottish Village of Waipu,  the surf at Waipu Cove, or the empty sands of Uretiti Beach, half way between Auckland the Bay of Islands, 30 minutes from Whangarei in Northland.

Experience the real New Zealand with us – walk across the road to swim or kayak on the river, or borrow the bikes to cycle around our flat coastal area.

We have have a two room self contained apartment for travellers and upstairs a unique homestay option for women travellers, especially good value for women travelling on their own.  See Below

Dogs are welcome in our fenced section, as are wwoofers and work exchange women -  lots of gardening to do – 4 hours a day in exchange for full board

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Other Opportunities

• Three  kayaks are available free for guest use – launch them into the river to explore upstream or down.  Visit the Waipu Bird Sanctuary to see some of NZ’s most endangered birds.  Guided Ecotours are also available.
• Two Bikes are available free for guest use - ride into Waipu Village (2kms)  to Waipu Cove (6 kms)
• Sunday morning brunch – often Sunday morning brunch will be a available for a small extra cost – sleep in and awake to breakfast cooking and ready for you on the upstairs deck at 10am.
• Evening meals - Occasionally evening meals are available, we specialise in fresh seasonal produce served with a glass of wine and gathered around our fantastic table of hospitality.

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Two Room Apartment

SLEEP: Your apartment has one queen room, and a separate sitting room with two divans which can sleep another two if needed. There is a combined shower/toilet room.  The sitting room has a flat screen TV and Freeview and DVD player.  There is a Ipod dock phone and radio for your use.  Free wifi and a small computer is available for your use if needed.

COOK: The kitchenette is well equipped with a two burner stove top, a convection/microwave oven and a dishwasher.  A small dining alcove looks out on the view, and is also a great place to curl up with a book.  The Apartment has its own deck overlooking the view and a BBQ so you can enjoy outside living.

ACCESS and DOG FRIENDLY: For those with access issues, there is parking outside, and an easy flat entrance into the apartment and out onto the deck.  Our section is fully fenced and dog friendly – we welcome dogs to stay.  Our own dog Sassi is a hairy mclairy look alike and loves to play with other dogs.

Sleeps 2-4 priced from $100/night (two persons)

Homestay for Women

Before The Red Door on Riverview, I built and ran a lodge for women travellers – Waihoihoi Lodge.  Although I have downsized, I continue to offer a special welcome women travellers.  We have a king/twin room in the main house with a shared bathroom, with a special price for women travelling on their own.

Enjoy our expansive views, comfortable lounge and Sky TV, sit on the deck and enjoy the changing colours of the sea, walk across the road to swim

Sleeps 1-2 priced from $55 for one woman (SPECIAL PRICE)
from $95 for two – Breakfast included

Local Events and activities

Explore our community website for more information about Waipu and what is available.

• Local markets and events
• About Waipu and the Settlement of Bream Bay
• What to do in Waipu and Bream Bay
• Sign up on the newsletter on the Bream Bay website to keep in touch with local news
  

About us

The Red Door on Riverview is owned by Rosemary Neave who has lived in Waipu for over 10 years. She and her partner Ngaire Brader built and ran Waihoihoi Lodge for women travellers.  After Ngaire died, Rosemary had to downsize, and this beautiful house overlooking the sea is the result.  Rosemary is very involved in the local community, running the community website  www.breambay.co.nz and local events such as Tartan Week.  She is also the webmaster of several Women Travel websites, and through her company Web2Blog she designs WordPress Websites for people and businesses.  She shares the house with friends, visitors and her dog Sassi, a very cute and friendly Hairy Mclairy terrier.