Boasting garden views, Rural Palms provides accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities, around 18 km from Opua Forest. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Certain units in the bed and breakfast have private entrance and are equipped with wardrobe and dressing room. Some units feature a seating area and/or a patio. At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Haruru Falls is less than 1 km from the bed and breakfast, while Paihia Harbour is 7.6 km away. The nearest airport is Bay of Islands, 15 km from Rural Palms, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly hosts. Great breakfast and excellent outdoor seating areas
  • Tracy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The hospitality was over and above. The home was so peaceful and soothing.
  • Teresa
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The property was beautiful and the hosts were so welcoming. The toasted croissant and yoghurt for breakfast was delicious. We also loved seeing the cows grazing.

Hosted by Shirley Rowe

9.8
9.8
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Shirley Rowe
Rural Palms B&B is an idyllic & peaceful property situated on 12.5 acres, 6 kilometers from Paihia the tourist hub of the Bay of Islands. This property is ideally positioned for those wishing to base themselves as long staying guests to take advantage of the activities the Bay of Islands & Northland have to offer. Rural Palms has a very welcoming atmosphere that comes with very rural surroundings. We make it our business to make sure our guests are comfortable & totally enjoy their stay at Rural Palms.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Rural Palms
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
Living Area
  • Dining area
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 16:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 09:30 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Rural Palms

  • Rural Palms offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Rural Palms is 2.3 miles from the centre of Haruru. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Rural Palms include:

      • Twin
      • Double

    • Check-in at Rural Palms is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The prices at Rural Palms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.