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 manager
Andrea
Languages
English
Add dates for prices
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
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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
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
Kerikeri, Northland
What's nearby
Haruru Falls - 7 min drive - 10.3 km
Paihia Wharf - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 12 min drive - 15.0 km
Paihia Beach - 13 min drive - 14.6 km
Rainbow Falls - 14 min drive - 15.3 km
Getting around
Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
Barrow Boys Coffee Company - 9 min drive
The Rusty Tractor Café & Trading Store - 6 min drive
Fishbone Cafe - 9 min drive
The Black Olive Pizzeria Takeaway and Restaurant - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 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.
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
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Dassidy S.
9 Apr 2024
Loved our stay
Absolute loved everything about the experience perfect place to relax and unwind host were lovely definitely would book again and recommend to others
Dassidy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Philippa K.
6 Jun 2024
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!
Philippa K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kris
3 May 2024
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.
Kris
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sam K.
7 Feb 2023
Great little bus had a great time
Very nice break away from home
Sam K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
6/10 Okay
Michelle
8 Sept 2024
It is quiet and host's are friendly.
Wifi cuts in and out.
Michelle
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kay M.
3 Jan 2024
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.
Kay M.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pip R.
25 Jan 2023
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 😀
Pip R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mitchell
3 Mar 2024
Our little school bus was perfect. And the hosts were communicative and very helpful. Recommended highly.
Mitchell
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Peter H.
29 Jan 2024
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.
Peter H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maria L.
14 Jan 2024
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.
Maria L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
elizabeth d.
26 Nov 2023
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.
elizabeth d.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christian T.
14 Jan 2024
What a gem
Really nice accomodation in a converted school bus from the sixties! Well equipped - nice view and very friendly and helpful hosts!
Christian T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ciara M.
9 Jan 2023
Thank you Evie!
Really enjoyed our stay Andrea!
Thanks again, despite the weather it was really nice to get away for a night :)
Ciara M.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robyn D.
17 Oct 2023
great little blue bus
Evi was just perfect for our overnight stay - close to the event venue that we were competing at. The hosts were really lovely and Bruno the dog was a real sweetheart. Lovely views across the farm and everything we needed for our stay. Thanks - this stay will be a special memory for a long time.
Robyn D.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Renee S.
21 Jan 2024
A perfect getaway
We loved everything about our stay in Evi. It was so quaint and yet fully functional and totally comfortable. It was very convenient to Paihia, Waitangi and Kerikeri, so was an excellent base to do all we wanted and yet felt separate and peaceful away from the busy centres. Thank you Andrea for helping us make great memories on our holiday.
Renee S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
indi p.
2 Mar 2023
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 !
indi p.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paula W.
10 Mar 2023
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.
Paula W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shirley M.
18 Jan 2023
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
Shirley M.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
4/10 Poor
Verified traveller
27 Feb 2024
Liked: 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
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey H.
12 Nov 2024
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.
Lindsey H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
stephanie J.
19 Mar 2023
insolite et bien aménagé
Nous avons passé un bon séjour dans ce lieu insolite. Le seul problème est la régulation de la température ( chaud la journée et frais la nuit). L'agencement est bien fait et l'équipement adéquat pour cuisiner et se laver dans de bonnes conditions
stephanie J.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rachel B.
15 Apr 2022
Very cute set up, great location
We had a great stay, Evi is very cool and well set up. Great spot for exploring Paihia and Kerikeri and we enjoyed visiting the river on the property, our dog LOVED splashing around down there
Rachel B.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jessamy v.
15 Apr 2022
Really lovely
This quaint little bus is a must stay! The bus was tidy and lovely and felt very private. The owner was really friendly and the communication before we got there was excellent. We had everything we need. We would highly recommend Evie to anyone wanting a sweet and relaxing retreat in unique accommodation!
Jessamy v.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
18 Mar 2022
Awesome Evie
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to stay again
Jessica S.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rachel K.
3 Mar 2022
Magical getaway
Super cute and amazingly equipped housebus. Everything we expected and more. Wonderful friendly hosts. Booking and check in - a breeze.
Lovely wander through the paddocks to the river. Amazing sunrise and sunset.
Easy drive to Paihia and Kerikeri. Recommend a trip for lunch to the Ake Ake vineyard and the Plough and Feather.
Highly recommend and would love to return someday.
Thank you Evi for a beautiful stay.