XSPOT- World Class Accommodation in a Dark Sky Sanctuary
XSPOT is a stunning self-contained cliff top holiday apartment that provides modern accommodation for two, three or four. It is spacious, light and has ample room to relax and unwind, away from everyday distractions. With its wide vistas over the Hauraki Gulf, guests regularly spot gannets and dolphins and sometimes even a whale or an orca.
Stunning ocean views over the Hauraki Gulf
Eco House
The house was architecturally designed and built around 2010. As Great Barrier Island is off the grid, it had to be quite self-sufficient. As a result, the house has a small carbon footprint. It is heated mostly by the sun, and water is heated by the solar water panels on the roof, or the wet back wood stove. All water comes from a creek that originates from a spring at the top of their land, and cooking is either done on the wood- or on the gas stove.
Power is generated by solar panels and stored in batteries - devices with heating elements are not so suitable - hair dryers, electric toasters and rice cookers are off the menu. Barrierites like living this way, making do, and 99% of our guests do too, but it is not for everyone.
When you walk into the lounge, panoramic windows ensure that you are not just looking at a view, but that you become part of it.
A light, modern and clean 1-bedroom apartment. A complete master bedroom with en-suite and walk-in wardrobe.
Explore Aotea – Great Barrier Island
The apartment is the perfect base for exploring Aotea – Great Barrier Island, and the wonderful natural treasures it has to offer - the largest DOC park in the Auckland region, with a diverse range of well-maintained tracks, hot pools, waterfalls, pristine beaches, a bird sanctuary, many endangered bird species and of course, the out of this world dark skies.
The XSPOT is ideal for a private stargazing experience with Good Heavens, the best ranked stargazing company in New Zealand. Book an experience if you want to learn about the stars. This secluded and beautiful apartment is also fab for honeymoons, proposals and just a bit of time away with your loved one. Just you two and the view, no distractions.
World-class accommodation in a Dark Sky Sanctuary
How to get here
XSPOT is located 8kms outside of Tryphena on beautiful and remote Great Barrier Island. The island is accessible by a plane or ferry from Auckland. Lying 88km northeast of Auckland, getting here is part of the adventure! And sometimes getting back is, too. Allow plenty of connection time to your flight. Hilde is happy to help you with your flights and 4WD car rental. Make sure to check out the packages page on their website.
Enjoy solitude and a tiny carbon footprint for a little while. This place with its 4WD access may just be the place for you. Hilde and Roger are looking forward to welcoming you at XSPOT.