Pheasant Lodge is a bed and breakfast in a heritage villa built in 1886 at 3 Franklin Road, Paparoa, about five minutes from the Kauri Museum at Matakohe. It has three en suite rooms decorated in Victorian style with antiques, and serves a cooked or continental breakfast, with gluten-free options, by candlelight in the dining room. There’s a fire in winter, a deck under a grape arbour in summer and off-street parking for cars and boats.
Why guests stay
- Heritage villa – built in 1886.
- Three rooms – each with en suite.
- Cooked breakfast – with gluten-free options.
- Near the Kauri Museum – about five minutes away.
- Boat parking – off street.
Accommodation
Rooms
Three en suite rooms with antiques.
Breakfast
Cooked dish of the day or continental.
Living areas
Dining room with a fire in winter.
Outdoors
Deck and grape arbour.
Who it’s for
- Couples
- Travellers on the Twin Coast Discovery route
- Visitors to the Kauri Museum
- Anglers with boats
Paparoa and the Kaipara
Paparoa is on State Highway 12 near the Kaipara Harbour, close to Pahi, Matakohe and the Kauri Museum, and on the way to Tāne Mahuta and the west coast.
Tips for guests
- Visit the Kauri Museum – five minutes away.
- Drive to Tāne Mahuta – a scenic day trip.
- Ask about packages – on their website.
- Bring the boat – parking available.
Location and contact
3 Franklin Road, Paparoa. Phone 021 671 211. Email enquiries@pheasantlodge.co.nz.
Frequently asked questions
How old is the house?
It was built in 1886.
How many rooms?
Three, all en suite.
Is breakfast included?
Cooked or continental breakfast is served.
Is there boat parking?
Yes.
How far is the Kauri Museum?
About five minutes’ drive.
How far is Auckland?
About 1 hour 20 minutes.
