Our carefully selected down-to-earth hosts will make you feel at home with their welcoming Kiwi hospitality. Get to know them over dinner. Or join them for a tour of the farm or vineyard.
We have selected our very comfortable accommodations, not based on the interior, but for the exclusive local experience, they will provide you. A lodge offering the ideal base to explore the surrounding native flora and fauna. An island-style house by the beach. An overnight cruise over the mysterious Doubtful Sound. A quirky bed and breakfast in the capital city.
Discover how small-scale accommodation makes your holiday better
Taupo, New Zealand
A boutique lodge in Lake Taupo
Te Anau & Manapouri, New Zealand
Stunning lake and mountain views from your private terrace
New Zealand
Stay in a boutique hotel surrounded by landscaped gardens and orchards that exudes luxury, seclusion, elegance and…
New Zealand
This beautiful accommodation is near Kaikoura on the east coast of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located…
Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Hosts Peter and Karen have created an oasis that is a stone’s throw away from Waihi Beach and a two-hour drive southeast of Auckland.
Hokianga, New Zealand
This retreat is located at the Pakanae end of Opononi, in the stunning southern Hokianga, less than a…
New Zealand
A coastal apartment set in a boutique vineyard. Located on a secluded 30-acre property on the Tutukaka coast, with…
Otago Peninsula, New Zealand
Choose from a collection of exquisite two-bedroom boutique apartments that are on the waterfront in Dunedin. Your…
"One of my favourite small-scale accommodations is run by Peter and Jenny. They are one of the friendliest couples, I've ever met."
Bart, Travel specialist
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No question is too crazy. Our experienced travel experts are available to personally assist you with your dream holiday to Australia.
At TravelEssence, we almost exclusively book local, small-scale accommodations, run by locals because of their sustainable choices, regional products and care for their environment; but also to support local employment.
At TravelEssence, we specialise in crafting custom-made holidays that take you off the beaten path and create memories to last a lifetime. We believe in connecting with the heart and soul of a place, introducing you to the locals who call it home. Engage in conversations with fascinating individuals who will share their stories, traditions, and way of life, leaving an indelible mark on your journey.
Questions? Speak to one of our specialists by phone Mon - Sat 0900 until 2100. You can discuss your travel plans in detail where and when it suits you, also in the evenings and on weekends on a no obligation basis.
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