School Holidays Accommodation in Kerikeri — The Perfect Family Base
Planning school holiday accommodation in Kerikeri? Kerigold Chalets is one of the best-value family bases in the Bay of Islands region. Our private self-contained chalets and studios at 326 Kerikeri Road give families the space, kitchen facilities, and outdoor room they need to make the most of the school holidays — without the price tag of a resort.
With a full kitchen in every unit, families can cook their own meals and save significantly on dining out — one of the biggest school holiday expenses. The orchard grounds give kids space to run around, while Kerikeri's beaches, waterfalls, bush walks, and Bay of Islands adventures are all within easy reach.
Family School Holiday Value
Full kitchen saves hundreds on meals. Free parking, free WiFi, and orchard grounds included. Multiple chalets available for extended family groups. Book direct — call 09 407 3200 or book online.
NZ School Holiday Dates — Book Early
Kerikeri is a popular school holiday destination and our chalets fill quickly over the holiday periods. We recommend booking well in advance — especially for summer and the October holidays.
Summer Holidays 2025/26
Late December — late January. Peak demand — book early.
Autumn Holidays 2026
Mid April — approximately 2 weeks. Great shoulder-season weather.
Winter Holidays 2026
Early July — approximately 2 weeks. Mild Northland winters.
Spring Holidays 2026
Late September / Early October — 2 weeks. Beautiful Northland spring.
What's Included for Your Family School Holiday Stay:
- Full Kitchen: Cook family meals and save hundreds on dining out
- Orchard Grounds: Safe outdoor space for kids to play
- Free Unlimited WiFi: Keep the kids entertained on rainy days
- Free Parking: Right outside your unit — easy loading and unloading
- Private Outdoor Space: Your own patio or deck with furniture
- Sky TV: Included — movies and cartoons covered
- Multiple Units Available: Book extra chalets for grandparents or extended family
- Laundry Facilities: Essential for longer school holiday stays
- 1km to Kerikeri Town: Supermarket, cafes, and shops within easy reach
Best School Holiday Activities Near Kerigold Chalets
Family-Friendly Things to Do in Kerikeri School Holidays:
- Rainbow Falls — Stunning waterfall walk kids love, 3km
- Fairy Pools — Natural swimming holes in native bush, 5km
- Charlie's Rock — Popular swimming spot, 6km
- Parrot Place — Native & exotic bird sanctuary, 3km
- Stone Store & Kerikeri Basin — History & riverside walk, 2km
- Kerikeri River Track — Easy family walk through native bush, 2km
- Kerikeri Beaches — Beach days at local swimming spots
- Bay of Islands Cruises: Dolphin watching & Hole in the Rock tours, 22km
- Puketi Forest — Ancient kauri, native birds & night kiwi walks, 30km