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Evi the school bus at Oromahoe Downs Farm

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Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Kerikeri, Northland
  • Haruru Falls
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Paihia Wharf
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Paihia Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Evi the school bus at Oromahoe Downs Farm

Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place. Evi started her days as a school bus in 1963 but now she is a one bedroom house bus on a lovely lifestyle block in the beautiful Bay of Islands. Be in the heart of the countryside with 25 acres to roam, sheep, pigs, and ducks to watch, lots of birdlife, and a river to enjoy and take a dip. Then drive just 10 mins to Kerikeri or 14 mins to Paihia to explore the sights, shops, cafes and restaurants.

Property manager

Andrea
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Needs approval.Must clean up,control,bring blanket
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Oromahoe

Located in Oromahoe, this holiday home is in a rural area. Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Makana Confections and The Kauri Workshop. Action World and The Parrot Place are also worth visiting.
Map
Kerikeri, Northland

What's nearby

  • Haruru Falls - 7 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Stone Store - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Paihia Beach - 13 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 14 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barrow Boys Coffee Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Rusty Tractor Café & Trading Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fishbone Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Black Olive Pizzeria Takeaway and Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Evi the school bus at Oromahoe Downs Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Evi the school bus at Oromahoe Downs Farm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Evi the school bus at Oromahoe Downs Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Evi the school bus at Oromahoe Downs Farm located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Cottle Hill Winery, Marsden Estate and Makana Confections. The Old Packhouse Market and The Kauri Workshop are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Georg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay at Evi the school bus with all the amenities
I had a wonderful stay at the farm. The bus had all the comfort you need. The area was so peaceful and idyllic. Perfect location if you arrive at kerikeri airport. The host was super friendly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best stay.
Beautiful bed and linen cosy bedroom. Love the colours of the bedding and cushions. Great shower instant hot water great shower head. Everything i needed they had in the bus. Spotlessly clean the whole bus. Quiet and peaceful just what i wanted and needed. Lovely being able to have my dog with me. Bruno popped in every morning. Great friendly hosts. Thanku.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay with lovely hosts
Andrea and John were wonderful hosts, friendly, and kind. We felt very welcome in their corner of Paradise. Evi had both comfort and character, and the setting was beautiful, quiet and private, while being close to all the Bay of Islands has to offer. The kids loved the river and Bruno the friendly sheep dog.Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
absolutley awesome
excellent hosts excellent location nice river excellent facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
Absolutely love this place it was super cute Andrea and her husband were so lovely and sweet! My group adored Bruno there dog along with seeing all the other farm animals. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Evi
The farm is awesome, our 8 year old granddaughter Isla became the “ farm girl” for the week and helping Andrea and John feed the pigs, sheep and ducks was the absolute highlight for her. Andrea and John were so patient with her. The environment is so quiet and the bus is centrally located to Paihia and Kerikeri
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dassidy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay
Absolute loved everything about the experience perfect place to relax and unwind host were lovely definitely would book again and recommend to others
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
bucolic
Great place to stay if you appreciate some peace and quite in a lovely farm setting close to both kerikeri and Pihia. Friendly hosts and funky accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect getaway
We loved everything about our stay in Evi. It was so quaint and yet fully functional and totally comfortable. It was very convenient to Paihia, Waitangi and Kerikeri, so was an excellent base to do all we wanted and yet felt separate and peaceful away from the busy centres. Thank you Andrea for helping us make great memories on our holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a gem
Really nice accomodation in a converted school bus from the sixties! Well equipped - nice view and very friendly and helpful hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy
It was a great and peaceful stay. Very nice hosts. We really liked that we could walk to the river at the back of the property to take the dog for a swim. Close enough to shops and beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay in Evi
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Evi. Lovely location and friendly hosts who went out of their way to make sure our stay was a great experience. The wee Christmas tree and decorations were a lovely touch as was the chocolates left for us on arrival.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great little blue bus
Evi was just perfect for our overnight stay - close to the event venue that we were competing at. The hosts were really lovely and Bruno the dog was a real sweetheart. Lovely views across the farm and everything we needed for our stay. Thanks - this stay will be a special memory for a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Space
My granddaughter and I loved our stay in this cute schoolbus. The settings is just pure escapism. Andrea is an excellent host, very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

indi p.

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Great !
Lovely little place ! We loved the outdoor space. This bus has all the bare minimum essentials so amazing for a short holiday ! The owners were extremely lovely and very chatty ! All in all had a great two night stay and would rebook !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little bus had a great time
Very nice break away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pip R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay
Thank you so much Andrea and John Had a lovely time in Evie-relaxed, star gazed, swam in the river, fed the lambs and lazed in the hammock. Will definitely be back again 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax and unwind on a farmlet
We had a fabulous stay with our medium size dog accompanying us. A short drive to either Paihia , Kerikeri or other towns made it a great central location. The owners were awesome to communicate with and very helpful. We enjoyed the walk around the farmlet and paddled in the stream. Evie was well set up and a great space for us to live in Highly recommend this great getaway
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ciara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Evie!
Really enjoyed our stay Andrea! Thanks again, despite the weather it was really nice to get away for a night :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute set up, great location
We had a great stay, Evi is very cool and well set up. Great spot for exploring Paihia and Kerikeri and we enjoyed visiting the river on the property, our dog LOVED splashing around down there
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessamy v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely
This quaint little bus is a must stay! The bus was tidy and lovely and felt very private. The owner was really friendly and the communication before we got there was excellent. We had everything we need. We would highly recommend Evie to anyone wanting a sweet and relaxing retreat in unique accommodation!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Evie
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical getaway
Super cute and amazingly equipped housebus. Everything we expected and more. Wonderful friendly hosts. Booking and check in - a breeze. Lovely wander through the paddocks to the river. Amazing sunrise and sunset. Easy drive to Paihia and Kerikeri. Recommend a trip for lunch to the Ake Ake vineyard and the Plough and Feather. Highly recommend and would love to return someday. Thank you Evi for a beautiful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gemma P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, comfortable and quiet
Nice quiet spot, great to be able to access the paddock to exercise the dog. Everything about this stay was easy. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aleesha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute spot!!
Everything was very easy, check in and communication with Andrea! Such a cute spot and not far from both Kerikeri and Paihia. Everything you needed was provided and was very tidy and well kept
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

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