Price list :
* NZ$ 200.00 per room per night
The same room rates apply to all rooms, all rooms have queen beds
The generous continental breakfast is for two people and is included in the room rate
*A third person in the same room
(third person being on a single portable bed) including breakfast Add NZ$60.00
*Early check in and late check out by arrangement only. An additional fee may apply for extremely early
or late arrivals
Bookings:
*To make a booking please first contact us and make an "Availability Enquire"
Please include the "Dates of the Nights" you require your B&B stay
*If we have a vacency for your required nights and you wish to proceed with a booking we will
then send you a PayPal invoice or other payment options
We do require full payment to make a booking and "hold" the room for you
When we receive full payment from you we will send you a
"Comfirmation of Booking and Receipt of Payment" (The room will then be held for you)
Payment methods:
*PayPal prior to your stay (required to hold the room for you)
*Credit card payments can be made only through PayPal
(You do not need to be a PayPal customer to pay via PayPal, it is a simple process to pay via PayPal)
*NZ Direct bank deposit prior to your stay (required to hold the room for you) best for NZ residents
*Cash on arrival (sorry but rooms will only be held for customers if payment is made in advance)
*Please confirm availability with Moontide Lodge before any PayPal payments are made
To proceed with your booking we will send you a PayPal invoice
Services:
*Breakfast is served in the dining room usually between 8am and 9am
(just let us know if you wish to have breakfast outside these times)
This is a wholesome buffet selection of cereals and table setting of fresh fruit, fruit juce,
toast with complements, coffee and tea with refills
(this is a continental breakfast, it is not a cooked breakfast)
*Complementary Tea and Coffee making facility and a Bar Fridge for guest's wine
and beer is available in the main Lounge
*Free Wi-fi connection is available
*Disability and Accessibility: There is no lift available, suites are accessed via one flight of stairs with a
single hand rail
*Hair dryer, iron and ironing board are available
*Beach towels are available for guests to take down to the beach
*Bed linen and towels are changed every 3 days
Additional change of towels and linen on request
*We offer complementary tea and coffee in the lounge and deck
these areas are available for your general use
*The safe swimming beach below can be reached directly by steps from Moontide Lodge
*Security: Exterior areas have CCTV coverage
Conditions:
*Check In time after 4pm (Outside these times by arrangement)
*Check Out time on day of departure by 10am (Outside these times by arrangement)
*Do not consume food or beverages on carpeted areas, tea, coffee, wine and light
refreshments can be enjoyed on a suite that has an out side deck or in the main guest lounge as well as
that lounge deck. All these areas have nice sea views
*Street shoes are not worn inside, this policy ensures that the carpets and floor areas are clean and fresh
for all guests (For your own comfort please remember to pack your own slippers)
*Unfortunately no pets are allowed
*This is a non smoking facility, strictly no smoking inside
Smoking is only permitted outside in the grounds away from the building
*No lighting of naked flames, including candles or incense burners are permitted on the premises
*Please leave your room locked when you leave for the day
*We endeavour to provide an uninterrupted internet service, but cannot guarantee that. We will not be
liable for loss of data or damage to users equipment.
*Guest are liable for breakages or damage to the accommodation or its contents
Please report any situation as soon as it occurs. We do not normally charge for minor damage or
breakages however we reserve the right to invoice guests for repairs or making good if the item is
significant.
*Moontide Lodge is situated in a area that has high cliffs, cliffs pose a danger, keep away from cliff
edges and stay on main walking areas and tracks
*Bathrooms and other areas have tiled surfaces, tiles can be slippery particularly when wet, take
care when walking on tiled surfaces. Moontide Lodge will not be held liable for guests accidents
*A stay at Moontide Lodge is undertaken on the condition that the employees or any associates of
Moontide Lodge will not be held liable for guests losses or damages caused directly or
indirectly associated with their stay
Cancellations
*Cancellations received more than two weeks prior to booking date:
A refund of 90 % off the paid tariff applies (the 10 % is to cover admin and transaction costs)
*Cancellations received one week prior to booking date:
A 50% refund will be given, however if a replacement confirmed booking can be found
then a refund of 90 % off the paid tariff applies
*Cancellations received inside one week prior to booking date:
No refund will be given, however if a replacement confirmed booking can be found
then a refund of 90 % off the paid tariff applies
*In the unlikely situation of unforeseen events making your room unavailable, our compensation terms
will be limited to only offering you the choice of either an alternative available room (at a 10% discount)
or we will give a full refund of your paid tariff
ABOUT YOUR HOST NEIL
Neil has a range of interests.
Always keen to get out on the water, sailed all his life in a range of small craft and keelers.
Currently enjoys exploring the islands around the local area in his 4.5 meter fiz boat (NZ slang for a small boat powerd by an outboard engine).
Skied nearly all the ski fields in New Zealand as well as many of the world's best known ski fields in the USA, Austria and Switzerland.
A full time ceramic potter and sculpture for fifteen years.
Always had an interest in music, bought his first set of drums as a teenager and never looked back.
Not a heavy drinker at all, but if you twist his arm he'll have a beer with you. He has brewed beer since 1968.
Currently has a fully working, non-commercial micro brewery that produces his famed "Neils 105A Larger" .
Twist his arm again and he will pour a free one for you.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:
Tiritiri Matangi Island : Home - Tiritiri Matangi Projectwww.tiritirimatangi.org.nz
This is a must for the nature lovers (like Neil). It is the jewel of this area when it comes to seeing New Zealand's native birds in their natural environment. This island is a wildlife sanctuary free from natural pests. Get up close to many protected and endangered New Zealand native birds, running free in their marvellous environmentally friendly habitat.
Requires a day excursion trip by public ferry ( to be booked). Departs from Gulf Habour (25 minutes from Moontide Lodge).
The Puhoi Cheese Café : http://www.puhoivalley.co.nz/
Puhoi Cheese Café is a small boutique factory. The café is located adjoining the cheese factory and allows sampling of their own cheeses.
(6 minute drive north from Moontide Lodge)
Alice Eaves Bush Walk : http://planmyplay.co.nz/play/free-things-to-do-orewa-alice-eaves-scenic-reserve
A local bush walk for those who would like to see examples of various New Zealand native trees. Many trees are identified with
information tags - located just a short 4 minute walk from Moontide Lodge.
Shakespear Regional Park : http://regionalparks.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/shakespear
Experience this exhilarating walk at the end of Whangaparaoa Peninsula. It has sheltered bays, pastureland,
regenerating native forest, cliffs, fantastic sea views and white safe, sandy swimming beaches (25 minute drive from Moontide Lodge).