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New Zealand vacation rentals

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Top-rated vacation rentals in New Zealand

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Treehouse in Korito
The Treehouse: Off-grid Retreat
Shaded in a canopy of macrocarpa trees at the base of Mt Taranaki national park, The Treehouse is a grown-up childhood sanctuary. Built from recycled materials, a repurposed spiral staircase takes you up the multiple levels of The Treehouse to a secluded living space nestled between the trees. kick back in the canopy, swoop on the swings or shoot down the slide. This self-contained treehouse is powered by renewable energy and is only a short drive to New Plymouth, local beaches and the mountain.
ﺩ.ﺇ425 per night
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Cabin in Korito
ecoescape: self-contained off-grid tiny-home
Hi I am Edward! check out our insta @ecoescape for more photos + info! This escape is a 2 part tiny home nestled at the base of Taranaki with unmatched mountain views. 15 mins from town and the beach, a stone throw to the mountain and bike tracks this self-contained tiny home is a perfect spot for those wishing to visit Taranaki for an adventure or to unwind. Powered from both solar panels and hydro turbines, this place is as "off-the-grid" as it gets. We look forward to having you stay!
ﺩ.ﺇ420 per night
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Treehouse in Raglan
Raglan Tree House in the Woods with Outdoor Bath
NOTE : The price is inclusive of all fees. Escape to this tiny treehouse in the woods, 4kms from Whale Bay and 12kms from Raglan. Disconnect and recharge. Live simply. Breathe in nature. Experience off-the-grid living and take a break from technology. The treehouse is set up in the pines on our 35 acre property and has an amazing view over pasture, native bush and the ocean. This is an escape from the everyday. It's for young romantics (at heart) and the adventurous.
ﺩ.ﺇ555 per night
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New Zealand house rentals

Home in Queenstown
Stay at Queenstown - Mountain Charm with spa-1 bed
ﺩ.ﺇ571 per night
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Private room in Queenstown
The Broad View
ﺩ.ﺇ254 per night
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Private room in Queenstown
Studio style room, private access & amazing views!
ﺩ.ﺇ330 per night
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Private room in Queenstown
Mountain Vista
ﺩ.ﺇ243 per night
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Home in Raglan
Moonlight Bay Magic
ﺩ.ﺇ436 per night
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Private room in Queenstown
Twin Lake View Vacation Rentals 8A Room3
ﺩ.ﺇ200 per night
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Home in Āwhitu
Soak watching the sun set at Coastal Acres Escape.
ﺩ.ﺇ420 per night
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Private room in Auckland
Cozy private room with own bathroom
ﺩ.ﺇ121 per night
Private room in Auckland
Garden view room in North Shore
ﺩ.ﺇ67 per night
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Private room in Auckland
Cosy and clean room in Wattle Downs
ﺩ.ﺇ95 per night
Private room in Queenstown
Fernhill Stunning View Retreat
ﺩ.ﺇ279 per night
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Private room in Auckland
RELAXING and QUIET HOUSE IN WEST AUCKLAND
ﺩ.ﺇ53 per night

New Zealand holiday vacation rentals

Rental unit in Queenstown
Stay at Queenstown - Mountain Elegance with spa
ﺩ.ﺇ546 per night
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Cabin in Raglan
Akatea Hill - Peaceful, secluded, rural hideaway
ﺩ.ﺇ611 per night
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Chalet in Wanaka
Mount Iron Cabin - Mountain stargazing
ﺩ.ﺇ604 per night
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Guesthouse in Queenstown
Sanctuary with Private Spa and Netflix
ﺩ.ﺇ454 per night
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Rental unit in Auckland
Sunny Garden Innercity Studio
ﺩ.ﺇ216 per night
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Cottage in Rotorua
Wildberry Cottage -secluded modern farm retreat
ﺩ.ﺇ557 per night
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Guesthouse in Queenstown
Modern studio close to town with great views
ﺩ.ﺇ362 per night
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Townhouse in Queenstown
BEAUTIFUL PRIVATE SPA LAKE VIEW CITY TOWNHOUSE
ﺩ.ﺇ530 per night
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Tiny home in Taupō
Edge Hill Hut ~ Romantic Getaway w Stunning Views
ﺩ.ﺇ485 per night
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Private room in Queenstown
Twin Lake View Vacation Rentals 8A Room2
ﺩ.ﺇ200 per night
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Private room in Auckland
Urban Single Home
ﺩ.ﺇ121 per night
Guesthouse in Queenstown
Kelvinveiw - Self contained unit
ﺩ.ﺇ220 per night
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New Zealand beach vacation rentals

Cabin in Hahei
Koa Cabin Hahei. Hillside Sea Views. Outdoor Bath
ﺩ.ﺇ421 per night
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Chalet in Auckland
Private and Luxurious on Waiheke (The Chalet)
ﺩ.ﺇ614 per night
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Rental unit in Raglan
Whale Bay Surf Bach + Spa - Absolute Waterfront
ﺩ.ﺇ897 per night
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Cabin in Raglan
Raglan LoveNest -Romantic escape with outdoor bath
ﺩ.ﺇ416 per night
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Cottage in Raglan
Raglan waterfront romantic cottage
ﺩ.ﺇ434 per night
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Guest suite in Auckland
Cosy detached garden studio
ﺩ.ﺇ144 per night
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Rental unit in Auckland
Studio Apt 350m from beach
ﺩ.ﺇ278 per night
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Rental unit in Auckland
Visit the Beach from an Easygoing Flat with a Balcony
ﺩ.ﺇ267 per night
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Guesthouse in Raglan
WhaleBay Hideaway
ﺩ.ﺇ495 per night
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Rental unit in Russell
PACIFICA - 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT
ﺩ.ﺇ412 per night
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Farm stay in Pihama
The Nest — Coastal Escape
ﺩ.ﺇ668 per night
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Cabin in Pouto
Kauri Lodge -Luxury waterfront
ﺩ.ﺇ627 per night
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Your guide to New Zealand

All About New Zealand

For a small country in the South Pacific, New Zealand — Aotearoa, or the land of the long white cloud, in te reo Māori — packs a punch with the sheer diversity of its landscapes and the distinctiveness of its natural treasures. In the stories of the tangata whenua (the people of the land), the South Island was the boat of Maui, who caught the great fish of the North Island using his magical fish hook. His brothers were jealous of his achievement and hacked at the fish, creating the mountains, rivers, and coastline.

The landscape here is hugely diverse, from the soaring, glaciated mountains of the Southern Alps and the central North Island volcanoes to the golden sands of Abel Tasman National Park and the Coromandel Peninsula. The same can be said for the flora: Subtropical ferns and palms pepper the North Island, while you can walk in the shadow of ancient beech forests on the South Island.

New Zealand’s major cities are just as appealing as its scenery. The water is never far from sight in Auckland, which stretches across an isthmus peppered with volcanoes. You can spend a day ducking in and out of hip boutiques along Ponsonby Road, followed by cocktails and dinner amid the reclaimed warehouses of Britomart, and then take the ferry into Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana the next morning to wander among the vineyards on Waiheke Island. On the south end of the North Island, Wellington isn’t just the nation’s capital but its cultural capital as well, home to myriad art galleries, museums, and the national symphony and ballet, not to mention its proximity to the island’s wine country. On the South Island, Christchurch charms with its English architecture and carefully tended gardens and parks, while mountainous Queenstown is the jumping-off point for outdoor activities.


When is the best time to stay in a vacation rental in New Zealand?

Covering approximately a thousand miles from north to south, New Zealand experiences weather ranging from subtropical patterns in the far north to drier conditions in the southern Otago region. It can rain at any time of the year all over the country, but the summer months of November to March are generally drier and warmer, while it is colder and wetter in the winter months of June, July, and August. If you’re looking for a New Zealand rental, bear in mind that school summer holidays take place in January.

New Zealand’s national day is Waitangi Day on February 6. Thousands gather at the tiny settlement of Waitangi, north of Auckland, to commemorate Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi), the nation’s founding document. As well as the formal ceremonies at Te Whare Rūnanga (the Carved Meeting House), you can watch as a fleet of ornately carved waka (canoes) paddles across Te Ti Bay. The Pasifika Festival celebrates multicultural New Zealand in the Auckland region each March at Western Springs Park. Events throughout the park showcase traditional dances, songs, and culture from across the Pacific region.


What are the top things to do in New Zealand?

Queenstown

Tāhuna (Queenstown), nestled in the mountains of the South Island, is often dubbed New Zealand’s adventure capital for the plethora of outdoor activities on offer: from jet boating on Lake Wakatipu to horseback riding in Glenorchy and winter skiing in the Remarkables (Kawarau) Range. You can catch the Skyline gondola up to the famous viewpoint and grab a bite to eat, then loop back to town or hike along the Moonlight Track up past Ben Lomond and all the way around to the Shotover River. For a more sedate day, take a paddle steamer across the lake or go wine tasting in the Gibbston Valley.

Rotorua

As well as geothermal wonders, world-class mountain biking, and stunning lakeside scenery, Rotorua is one of the best places in New Zealand for visitors to encounter Māori arts and culture. Since the 19th century, members of the Te Arawa tribe have set up Māori villages where you can help paddle an ornately carved waka across the lake, watch performances of traditional dance and song, and enjoy the tender food from a hāngī, or pit oven.

Fiordland

The breathtaking beauty of Fiordland National Park prompted UNESCO to make the remote southwest corner of New Zealand — Te Wahipounamu — a World Heritage site. Head to the tiny lakeside town of Te Anau to access boats and shuttles into the park. If you’re driving, the road to Milford Sound is amazing — make sure to stop every time there’s a sign to make the most of each viewpoint or take a scenic mini-walk. The Milford Track is a four-day hike that many New Zealanders aspire to experience at least once in their lives. You can also take a boat cruise from Milford Sound to see the stunning reflected beauty of Rahotu (Mitre Peak) and hear the roar of Bowen Falls (Hineteawa).