A quieter side of New Zealand
Private self-contained guesthouses in Kerikeri, Bay of Islands – designed for travellers who value space, privacy, slower mornings and a more relaxed pace of travel.
Set amongst established gardens in New Zealand’s subtropical north, Treghan offers a quieter and more personal way to experience the Bay of Islands. Here, days unfold gently – long lunches at vineyards, coastal drives, golf overlooking the Pacific, local markets, quiet beaches, and peaceful evenings back in your own private guesthouse.
Whether you are escaping a busy Sydney schedule, Melbourne winter, or simply looking for a more restorative kind of New Zealand holiday, Treghan offers space to properly slow down.
Why The Far North Feels Different
The Far North offers a very different side of New Zealand from the country’s busier tourism centres. Winters are mild, the pace is gentler, and there is space to explore without crowds or rushed itineraries.
Guests often spend their days discovering coastal walks, vineyards, historic sites, local galleries and hidden beaches – before returning to the comfort and privacy of their own guesthouse.
The Bay of Islands is particularly well suited to travellers wanting a quieter, more relaxed experience of New Zealand.
Stay Your Own Way
Unlike traditional hotels or larger resorts, Treghan offers fully self-contained guesthouses with no shared guest facilities. Each guesthouse has its own entrance, living areas, kitchen or kitchenette, outdoor spaces and peaceful garden outlooks.
Many guests choose to stay a little longer – unpacking once, settling in properly, and exploring the region at their own pace.
Treghan is especially popular with couples, golfers, independent travellers and guests looking for a calm and restorative escape.
Golf, Food and Wine
Northland is home to some of New Zealand’s most spectacular golf courses, including the internationally acclaimed Kauri Cliffs, along with Waitangi Golf Club and the Bay of Islands Golf Club in Kerikeri.
Many guests combine golf with vineyard lunches, local dining, farmers markets and relaxed afternoons exploring the region.
Evenings are often simple and unhurried – a bottle of local wine, peaceful gardens, and the comfort of returning to your own private guesthouse after a day exploring the Bay of Islands.
Slow Down and Settle In
Treghan is designed for guests who prefer slower travel over rushed itineraries. There is time here for long breakfasts, reading on the deck, wandering local markets, discovering hidden beaches, or simply doing very little at all.
Many guests choose longer stays to properly settle into the rhythm of the Far North and enjoy the freedom of travelling without pressure or packed schedules.
For guests visiting during the cooler months, Northland’s subtropical climate offers a softer New Zealand winter experience – green landscapes, crisp coastal air, outdoor dining, and peaceful evenings beside the firepit.
Surprisingly Easy From Australia
Travelling to Northland is often easier than many guests expect.
Fly direct to Auckland from major Australian cities, then take a short domestic connection to Kerikeri or enjoy a relaxed scenic drive north through some of New Zealand’s most beautiful coastal landscapes.
Once here, everything feels close at hand – golf, vineyards, beaches, galleries, coastal walks and local dining are all within easy reach of Treghan.
What Guests Love
Guests often tell us they appreciate the privacy, generous space, peaceful gardens and relaxed atmosphere at Treghan.
Many return for the slower pace, the comfort of the guesthouses, and the feeling of having their own private place to return to at the end of the day.
It is a quieter, more personal way to experience New Zealand.
Stay A Little Longer
Whether you are planning a winter escape, golf holiday, food and wine getaway, or simply some time to properly unwind, Treghan offers a calm and welcoming base for exploring the Bay of Islands.
Many guests choose to stay four nights or longer to properly settle into the rhythm of the Bay of Islands, with seasonal longer-stay options available throughout the year through our Linger Longer stays.
Conditions
This Package is only available at the time of bookings made by phone . No cash may be redeemed in lieu of the additional night stays. Reservations for this package are always subject to availability. This offer cannot be retrospectively applied to bookings already confirmed within our reservations system. See our booking terms and cancellation policies here.