Glamping in New Zealand with a private bathroom

From Māori maraes to volcanic landscapes, New Zealand offers some of the most diverse camping in the world.

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Twin Coast Cycle Trail Nature Lodge

1 site · Lodging25 acres · Ōkaihau
Reset Retreat is an eco-retreat nestled away on 25 acres of private, native forest filled with Northland Brown Kiwis, glow worms, freshwater springs, Rurus, and resident native birds. We are right on the Twin Coast Cycle Trail and have access to several kilometers of private hiking trails that are yours to explore. You will have your own private guest wing and balcony with gorgeous views over this hidden valley. At night, you can sit by the fire and take in the stars, glow worms and kiwi calls. By day, you can explore the cycle trail and all the awesome local tourism Northland has on offer. You will have your own covered balcony and outdoor cooking space (pictured), your own entry and room (pictured), and private ensuite with shower. We have worked hard as Kaitiaki of this land over the last three years, working alongside the Northland Council to protect the kiwis, forest and animals here. As a result (alongside Kiwis) you can also see Titiwai/glow worms, Kererū, Tui, Tomtits, we have spotted longtailed bats outside our house on dusk, Ruru, Riroriro, Cave and Tree Wetas, the rare and gorgeous, large, green Puriri Moths, Piwakawakas, Peacocks, and a host of other native and non-native animals, insects and plants. Reset Retreat is fully off-grid – that means our power comes from the sun, our water comes from the rain, our internet comes from Starlink satellites and our heat comes from our fireplace (with a heat transfer system that disperses the heat throughout the house).
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NZ$120
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Dune Lakes Retreat

1 site · Lodging37 acres · Helensville
Dune Lakes Retreat and Equine Centre is situated on the beautiful South Kaipara Head Peninsula. The Kaipara South Head is a massive, ancient sand barrier that separates the South Kaipara Harbour from the Tasman Sea. A long line of inter-dune hollows runs up the Kaipara South Head, parallel to the coastline. These inter-dune hollows are lower than the groundwater level so they fill up with groundwater to create fresh water lakes. Lake Ototoa is the largest of these inter-dune lakes. Lake Kereta is another smaller example, as shown in the photo below. To the West The wild coastline and spectacular sunsets over the Tasman Sea and 65 kilometres of Muriwai/Rangatira Beach. To the East The sheltered waters and sunrises over the Kaipara Harbour and Shelly Beach to the east.The Kaipara is the largest harbour in the Southern Hemisphere. It is a pristine and peaceful environment as well as a highly valued recreation area. It is an important feeding ground for marine mammals - orca and dolphins are often seen in the harbour - as well as an internationally significant roosting and feeding area for migratory birds. The keen bird watcher will find Bar-tailed Godwits, Knots, Turnstones, Pacific Golden Plover, Far-Eastern Curlew, Whimrel, New Zealand endemic Fairy Tern, Wrybill, Pied Oystercatcher, Variable Oystercatcher, Banded Dotterel, Pied Stilt, and Caspian Tern. Shelly Beach is a popular recreational beach with a beautiful backdrop of huge old Pohutakawa trees - with a kids play area, and a wharf where fishermen and boating enthusiasts gain access to the Kaipara Harbour. To the North The calm and tranquillity of lagoon at the top of the Peninsula. The wetland is home to mallard, grey duck, black swan, pied shag, pukeko, paradise shelduck. The sacred kingfisher nest around the wetland margins and flitting amongst the pine and native trees are North Island fantail, grey warbler and silvereye.
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NZ$50
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Cliff Top Cottage

2 sites · Lodging3 acres
Quaint cottage. Sleeps up to 6. 800m away from the iconic Vinegar Hill. Just 3 minutes off SH1, on a quiet road, perfect rural escape. Let me help make going away easy, just bring your clothes, toiletries and food, and you are good to go! We're more than a place to stay! Get immersed in our country life, ride the heritage cycle trail, play some golf, swim and fish in the river, ride our ponies or stay in with our selection of games! Plus we offer yoga, massage and beauty therapy! On our land, we have a variety of different animals, at the moment, six ponies, 9 sheep, two goats, five chickens, a pig, a dog and a cat. We are also blessed to have an orchard. Bedroom 1: can sleep three, double bunk bed with a single above, large side table and in wall shelving to store your belongings Bedroom 2: can sleep 3, set of single bunks and a single bed, with side tables for your belongings. All bedding is provided. We also have a portacot and bedding (in bedroom 1 - under bed and in cabinet). Kitchen: The cottage has pretty much everything to meet your cooking needs there is a bench top oven with two hot plates, an electric frying pan, BBQ and a microwave. Plates, bowls, pots, cups, cutlery, utensils etc all provided. Tea, coffee, sugar, milo, a jug and a 4-slice toaster provided too and a small variety of cereal options. Tomato sauce, mayo, margarine, cooking oil, salt, pepper, curry, mixed herbs and some toast spreads are also provided. Bathroom and Laundry: Contains, shower, toilet and vanity. Good pressure. Towels, facecloths, bathmat and hand towels provided. You will also find the first aid kit here too! Body wash available also. Washing machine and washing powder provided at the cottage. Dryer access can be arranged over at the house. Clothes horse and small line for use too. If you need them, cleaning supplies are in the laundry cabinet, a mop behind the washing machine and a vacuum cleaner behind the couch. Lounge and dining: Lounge and dining is in the front room. Lounge suite, coffee table and dining table that seats 5. Also a selection of books, games, puzzles and children's toys, which we will be forever adding to. We also have a high chair you can assemble, this is behind the couch in the lounge. Please note there is no TV and limited cell phone signal unless you are with Spark. No wifi at cottage, can use at house if needed. Extra Info: * Heating provided via heat pump * A carport at the back of the cottage is an extra space to use, especially if it were to rain, great space also for storing bikes/horse gear/dog crates etc. * Picnic table, outdoor chairs and sun umbrella provided, rain umbrellas too. Check out the small shed behind the cottage for extra things like this. * A few golf clubs available if you wanted to check out our local course * In the wee shed off the carport you will find swing ball, golf clubs, a mini tramp and inside there are toys, balls and a Pétanque set. * In the future plan to have plenty of bikes and life jackets, watch this space!
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NZ$44
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Rustic cabin in stunning Whangapoua

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Coromandel
Find the perfect balance of relaxation and exploration with our awesome cabin tucked away in the beach town of Whangapoua. If you've never been to Whangapoua or are a regular visitor, our cabin is an ideal spot to experience all the attractions of this Coromandel beachside town. The cabin is located only 100 meters from the beautiful white sand Whangapoua beach, and 600 meters from the renowned New Chums Beach, which has been voted one of the top 10 beaches in the world. Opera Point, a sheltered lagoon southeast of Whangapoua Beach, is a great place to sunbathe, watch boats, or swing with ropes. This spot also has a 1 hour return bush and beach walk that includes a walk to a pa site, an old tramway line, and a window rock. This listing is only for the cabin as seen on the left. It has a capacity of five people, consisting of one double bunk and one single bunk. About the space: This property is the perfect spot if you are a camping enthusiast but love a soft comfy bed at night! The cozy cabin provides accommodations for up to five guests, with a double bunk (double bed on the bottom, single bed on the top) and a single bunk (single bed on the bottom, single bed on the top). A few important points to note: * A Weber BBQ is available for your use, however no kitchen facilities are supplied; so please remember to bring pots, pans, plates and cutlery. * Linen is not provided, please bring your own sheets, pillows, blankets and towels * There is a toilet block with hot shower, dishwashing facilities, toilet and washing machine * There is a deck with large fridge available to store food and drinks * This listing is only for the guest cabin as seen on the left * Please take rubbish/trash with you when you leave, or alternatively, put in one of the trash cans at the public toilets
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NZ$180
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Glamping in New Zealand with a private bathroom guide

Overview

Ask a Kiwi what defines New Zealand (Aotearoa), and you'll get markedly different answers depending on where they hail from—even if they only grew up hours apart. That may be because New Zealand crams diverse landscapes and experiences into its 268,021 square kilometres. You can sleep at Māori maraes, park your campervan at the foot of active volcanoes, unroll your sleeping bag metres from the sea or deep in the rainforest, or pitch a tent at the foot of snow-capped mountains. Kiwis love road trips thanks to an extensive network of frontcountry, backcountry, and even urban camping areas. Freedom camping in New Zealand is also widespread, with free camping sites sometimes even equipped with flush toilets and hot showers. Department of Conservation (DOC) campsites and holiday parks can be found in even the most remote corners of the country, while local hosts are among the most welcoming you’ll find anywhere in the world.

Where to go

Northland (North Island)

This stretch of land north of Auckland is the birthplace of both Māoridom and modern New Zealand. Campsites in the Bay of Islands offer modern amenities and services, while seaside sites in the relatively unpopulated Far North region do justice to the phrase "winterless north."

Waikato (North Island)

Just south of Auckland, Waikato may be known for its cows, but this is also where you'll find some of the most dynamic camping in the region, including riverbanks and caves lit up at night with glowworms, surf beaches, and the bays and inlets of the Coromandel.

Bay of Plenty & Hawke's Bay (North Island)

Kiwifruits, wineries, and seafood are just part of what makes these two regions so plentiful. In addition to beachfront camping sites, you'll also find farm stays and further inland, camping among the misty mountain peaks of Te Urewera or beside the steaming geysers at Rotorua.

Ruapehu (North Island)

Within the volcanic heart of the North Island, the Ruapehu region also marks the start Whanganui River, with its headwaters in Tongariro National Park. Lava flows have defined this landscape, yet you can also park your motorhome among lush green rainforest.

Tasman/Nelson & Marlborough (South Island)

After a ferry ride from Wellington, you'll arrive to the northern end of the South Island, where these Tasman and Marlborough are known for their gold-hued beaches (especially in the aptly named Golden Bay and Abel Tasman National Park), plus kayaking, wineries, endless coastline, and native bush.

West Coast (South Island)

New Zealand's West Coast is known for being both wild and wet. It lives up to both descriptions, but it isn't all rain and gloom. Here, you'll find glaciers that nearly touch the sea, native rainforest, windswept beaches, and some of the country's most remote campsites.

Canterbury (South Island)

From the turquoise lakes of Mackenzie Country and the snow-capped peaks of Arthur's Pass to the braided rivers that cross the plains, Canterbury is as big as it is diverse. Want to camp beachside, riverside, oceanside, mountainside, lakeside, or even cityside in Christchurch? Find it all in Canterbury.

Otago (South Island)

Otago's urban centre of Queenstown is known for hustle and bustle, but it's easy to find yourself totally immersed in wilderness after just a short drive. With massive lakes, rushing rivers, and high mountain peaks, there's no shortage of adventure or camping grounds in the country's adrenaline capital.

Fiordland & Stewart Island (South Island)

Fiordland National Park is one of New Zealand's most remote regions—yet it's also one of the most visited. The postcard-perfect Milford Sound is what lures many here, but for those who have time to camp for a few nights, it offers unparalleled wilderness opportunities starting from Te Anau.

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