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Evi the school bus at Oromahoe Downs Farm

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Interior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Escape to Evi, a charming one-bedroom house bus nestled in the Bay of Islands countryside. With 25 acres to roam, sheep and pigs grazing nearby, and a river for swimming or simply taking in the tranquility.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Needs approval.Must clean up,control,bring blanket

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Kerikeri, Northland

What's nearby

  • Haruru Falls - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 17 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Paihia Beach - 17 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 17 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Russell Beach - 43 min drive - 33.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Phat House Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Cinema - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fishbone Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Istanbul Kebab - ‬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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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).

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Evi the school bus at Oromahoe Downs Farm Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Danalja R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Something different

Staying in Evi was something different & quite enjoyable. Convenient location to Merikeri & Pahia.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sonya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Down on the farm

What a gorgeous spot. We loved the location and spent days exploring kerikeri, paihia, kororareka and surrounds. The highlight was the farm though. The sheep, ducks and cattle are the first thing you see in the morning and Bruno the dog is a delight. We loved meeting Andrea and John. They've built a little slice of paradise. We were warm comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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

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

Philippa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Thank you so much for being lovely hosts. We really enjoyed our stay in evi, surrounded by beautiful scenery and sheep. Stunning sunsets and clear stary skies at night, plus close to great areas to explore. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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

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

Lindsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy and cute.

What a delight to spend 2 nights in Evi the school bus. Great location (only 10 minutes drive from KeriKeri), peaceful surroundings, friendly hosts. We really enjoyed the experience. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our little school bus was perfect. And the hosts were communicative and very helpful. Recommended highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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

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

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

elizabeth d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming converted School bus

Lovely farm just outside of Kerikeri- it was so cozy and fun staying on this beautiful little farm. Andrea was welcoming and made sure were well taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

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

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

indi p.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

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

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
It is quiet and host's are friendly. Wifi cuts in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

An old school bus in a paddock.

We arrived late due to airline delays. The host greeted us on arrival. It was bitterly cold and we were looking forward to a hot shower to warm us up, bbut the shower kept going from too hot to too cold. It was not nice at all We got into bed but still shivered all night. In the morning I informed the host that we couldn't do that any mo,as we are both in our 70s. We were told that we could have asked for a heater to be brought in, but it was already after 10PM when we got into bed. We w
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

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

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Andrea and John provided us with a very unique experience of staying at their farm in a comfortable, clean and very functional accommodation. We enjoyed the quiet evenings, clear night sky, and host's hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

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