Name: The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands
Address: State Highway 11, Opua, Opua, Opua, 0241, New Zealand
Rating: 10

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The Sanctuary @ Bay of Islands

Opua

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Dream location with gorgeous views of the Bay of Islands. The owner prepared a wonderful breakfast for us. Luxury everywhere in the house! Thank you Glennis for your hospitality and the wonderful stay! 

Luxurious accomodation

excellent room great view friendly management excellent included breakfast 
wonderful added dinner with owners .. very casual relaxed atmosphere 
wine beer included  with stay   beautiful views and grounds


3 night anniversary stay over and touring 

My husband and I spent three wonderful days with our hosts, Glennis and Dave at The Sanctuary. Everything was "as advertised" from the room itself to the glorious view. We were made to feel welcome from the beginning and we felt like part of the family. Breakfasts were shared with the other guests, which gave us an opportunity to share ideas about exploring the area (and Glennis had all kinds of wonderful suggestions). The highlight for us were two exceptional dinners that Glennis prepared for us. These were an added option, but worth every penny. If you let her know of any dietary requirements, she will adjust the meal according.  Staying at The Sanctuary was a fabulous way to spend our anniversary.

A stay to remember

I think anyone would struggle to find fault with this fabulous place. Our room was spacious, with everything we needed. The communal areas were really comfortable and a real home from home. And the breakfast options were well thought out, and tasty. You feel well looked after and that nothing is too much trouble. Thank you so much Glennis, and Dave, for a wonderful relaxing stay. Memories of our time with you will last forever.

Terrific location for an action packed adventure, or a relaxing few days; the choice is yours.

We very much enjoyed our three night stay. The bedroom and bathroom were lovely and the views from our room and the deck were stunning. Glennis was a very good host. She cooked two excellent evening  meals for us and the breakfasts were also very good.

Excellent

I cannot explain how wonderful it was to enter this “home”. Glennis (the owner) was welcoming us and made a fantastic dinner - home cooked - and tasted like a real home cooked dinner. Rooms were very clean, super beds, bathroom with all you need and we both (mom and son - separate rooms) had rooms with a beautiful view over the hills and the bay. You do need a car to go almost anywhere, so that is recommended. We went fishing and came back with fresh fish which Glennis then cooked for us 2 days in a row. Wonder place, wonderful owner. Please just go there.

Absolutely the best choice

This is a welcoming and warm luxury experience. Glennis is a fantastic host who takes care of her guests with every comfort, wonderful breakfasts and dinners, and make you feel at home. India the cat is a cute little menace but we and she survived! This was a lovely start to our Bay of Islands holiday.

Luxury, comfort and views

I searched for a secluded getaway in the Bay of Islands, and that is what we found for our wedding anniversary weekend getaway.
Even before arrival, Glennis made every effort to exceed our expectations. We were able to check in a bit early due to having lunch booked across in Russell. On arrival we were greeted by our lovely hostess. Unbeknownst to me, hubby had asked for specific flowers to be in the room, they were a lovely surprise. The room was a delight, there are 4 rooms with decks that look out over native bush to the sea beyond. The sound of birdsong on the deck was lovely. The breakfasts prepared by Glennis were amazing, with a selection of cut-up fresh fruits, nuts, grains, juices, tea, and coffee. On our second morning, we had cooked breakfast which was equally delicious. On our actual anniversary, Glennis cooked us a beautiful 3-course meal, one of the best meals we have had. We had lovely massages as well. Glennis was the best hostess, on hand to chat to us, but did not impose on our time either. We will be making this a regular stay-away venue.

Perfect way to spend our wedding anniversary

Relaxing atmosphere & awesome hospitality.  We couldn’t have asked for anything better. Breakfast provided each day was delicious, home made muesli & a variety of fresh fruit. Just what we like. Glenys (owner) cooked us the most delicious three course dinner on our last night, this was better than restaurant quality food. Our room had a lovely outlook & everything we needed. Immaculately clean & serviced daily. A lovely homely stay. Highly recommended & would most definitely return.

Relaxing, picturesque, homely & delicious

We were a group of eight travelling to the Winterless North to compensate for a cancelled US vacation and really hit the jackpot with the Sanctuary.From the moment we arrived Glenys made sure that anything we needed was provided including copious amounts of excellent food and beverages.We really appreciated that a warm fire was burning when we returned from a very chilly round of golf with comfy seating and the bar ready to go.All in all we couldn’t fault anything from the super beds to the immaculate rooms and individual balconies.Glenys was always on hand if anything was required but didn’t impose herself on the group.If you stay,be sure to have one of her lovely dinners in,highly recommended.

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