Cocozen is a hidden gem just north of the Bay of Islands. Wonderful stand alone accommodation in the most peaceful setting with beautiful views looking out over the bush and forest towards a glimpse of the ocean. You can sit out on the deck looking at the beautiful views while basking in the fact that there is no street noise or anything else except for the sound of the wind in the trees and ocean waves crashing in the distance. Enjoy the pool, use the private gym, go for a walk through the bush or wander the grounds picking fresh fruit of the trees and watching the semi-tame bunny rabbits lying around in the sun. Our hosts spoiled us with a pot of fresh tea waiting for us upon our arrival as well as welcome basket of fresh fruit from the trees outside, freshly baked, homemade bread and manuka honey, homemade marmalade and eggs from the chickens on the property. There was also butter, milk and cold water with a dash of lemon waiting for us in the fridge. You could easily spend your whole stay just relaxing and enjoying the peace and quiet on the property but if you wanted to get out and about then Kerikeri is only 20 minutes away or I highly recommend checking out the Taronui Bay Recreation Reserve Track which is just around the corner. It's about an hour's easy walk to the most beautiful beach that at low tide becomes a lagoon with beautiful, sun-baked, warm water. I'm sure you can guess that we loved every minute of our stay here!