Mahurangi Olives

We only booked here for one night as a convenient stop off point on our way to the Bay of Islands but we wished we had stayed longer as there is a lot to see and do in the area. The location of this boutique B and B is stunning with amazing views over the owners’ olive groves to the neighbouring vineyards beyond. The whole property has really been refurbished to the best possible taste - I was busy getting ideas for my own house. There are only 2 guest rooms which share a bathroom but if, as in our case, a single couple books then the 2nd room is not let out. However if you are travelling with family or good friends who do not mind sharing then it is ideal. Isabelle is the most amazing baker and we enjoyed a fabulous breakfast on the terrace with home made bread and savoury scones in addition to fresh fruit salad, yogurt, cooked breakfast etc etc Isabelle and husband David also run the olive grove so after breakfast we took a stroll around their estate and were then treated to an olive oil tasting. They have completely turned the business round in the 7 years since they have been there and it is now a highly respected and award winning producer of the finest olive oil and other olive products. I think it is the nicest place we stayed during our whole trip and we would definitely recommend anyone to add this into their itinerary.