Stafford Villa, located in the genteel, historic village of Birkenhead Point in Auckland in the North Island of New Zealand, offers luxury, hosted accommodation in a tranquil setting. A two storey, colonial villa built in 1903, it is heritage listed and has been restored to accommodate two luxury suites.

The accommodation places an emphasis on style, elegance, comfort and privacy. The China Blue Suite offers more than a hint of luxury with the oriental influence mirrored in the collection of blue and white porcelain, whilst the Tuscany Summer Suite is decorated in tones of calming creams and warming terracotta, complemented by vibrant wallpapers and impressive red tartan drapes.

One of the first maritime suburbs of Auckland, the point is surrounded by the Waitemata harbour, site of the America's cup race. The villa is located in a sheltered valley facing north and is set in amongst an old fashioned garden. Guests can choose to escape into the garden amongst the privacy and tranquillity of the beautiful roses, colourful flowers and abundant New Zealand native flora, fauna and native birds, or take a leisurely walk to one of the nearby beaches.

Native reserves and parks with magnificent views of the Waitemata harbour are all within the vicinity of the villa, and numerous cafés, restaurants are on the doorstep. A regular ferry service to downtown Auckland is also within walking distance.

Experiences:

In and around Auckland:  Take a 5 minute ferry from picturesque Birkenhead Point to downtown Auckland and discover Auckland city Museums and Art Gallerys. Go exploring the Hauraki Gulf by Ferry to Waiheke Island, Tiritiri Matangi or Rangitoto Islands.  Make the most of Auckland Harbour by Sailing your way around the Bays or simply anchoring to do a spot of fishing.  A 25 minute drive will see you at the wild and adventurous West Coast Beaches or dining and sipping on some of New Zealand's finest wines at local vineyards.