Explore the historic Hokianga Harbour from your base here at Riverhead Villa. We are centrally located on the shores of the harbour, in a peaceful setting with stunning views.
Nau mai, Haere mai. Welcome.
Proudly Māori-owned and operated, our beautiful old-style Kauri Villa majestically sits on a rise watching the tides of the Hokianga Harbour ebb and flow. Originally built in Kaiwaka in 1871, she was moved in 1979 to Horeke, which is the oldest settlement in the Hokianga and the second oldest settlement in New Zealand. This place is steeped in history with rich stories of our people and place.
Hokianga is a wonderful place to explore. Art Galleries exhibiting local established and emerging artists, cafes that offer
a wonderful repast, museums and historic places, a car ferry ride to Kohukohu and the other side of the harbour, and
the new Manea Footprints of Kupe Cultural Centre located in Opononi, are just a few of the attractions nearby.
Alternatively, why not travel to Waitangi to see the great Ngātokimatawhaorua Waka and explore the Treaty Grounds? Then catch the ferry to Russell for lunch and top it off with a stroll to Te Maiki Hill to see the historic flag pole, or walk around the point on your return to Paihia, or do both. The north is a wonderful place to explore, so come and stay a while.
Within an easy 30-minute drive are the towns of Kaikohe, Rawene, Okaihau and Kerikeri.
Pure Tranquility
Enjoy the beauty and peaceful suurrounding that Riverhead Villa offers. Reconnect and reset.
Ultimate Comfort
A stylish mix of modern and traditional, our rooms are designed for your comfort and ultimate rest.
Home Cooking
Delicious meals pepared with love by your hosts using local produce and fresh ingredients.
Warm Welcome
We pride ourselves on our manaakitanga. Providing a ultimate care and a memorable experience.
The Riverhead Villa is an "Official Partner" of the "Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail" sometimes called "Northland Coast to Coast Cycle Trail" or "Twin Coast Cycle Trail" from Opua via Kawakawa, Kaikohe, and Okaihau to Horeke connecting the Bay of Islands to the Hokianga Harbour.
Ifyour prefer to travel by bike, you have the perfect place to rest after your adventure. You can clean your gear, we can store your bike safely for you and you can enjoy our hospitality for a night or two.
In summer relax on the outside deck and drink in the views.
Walk across the road to New Zealand’s oldest pub, Horeke Tavern for a beer by the water. Or in the winter sit with a wine in front of the fire and read about Horeke’s wonderful history.
