Cliff Edge

Looking to spoil yourself or someone special? Look no further than Cliff Edge by the Sea at Opua, in the glorious Bay of Islands. This luxury boutique retreat has four ensuite rooms, all with coastal views in a native bush setting.

All bedrooms at Cliff Edge have king or super-king beds, TV and VCR, heated flooring in their ensuite, and private balconies. A large guest lounge has an open fireplace and comfortable furnishings, and floor to ceiling windows exploit the lodge's promontory position, allowing amazing views.

Included in the tariff for all guests at Cliff Edge is a gourmet cooked breakfast and open bar, but other meals can be prepared on request. Another way to experience great New Zealand food is with a cooking class, given by your host, awarding winning chef Peter Meier.

Don't forget to leave some time for some sightseeing in the local area. Paihia is a five minute drive, and historic Russell, just ten minutes. Beaches, bays and islands provide all sorts of nature-based fun, and there's also the cultural side of things to explore.