Feel like you didn’t get a summer? Head to a designer glasshouse for a New Zealand summer instead.

One Off Places has launched its first properties in New Zealand just in time for those planning a holiday down under this winter.

Te Whare Hoiho is a spectacular designer glass home positioned to optimise the stunning ocean views of Roberton Island and the many islands scattered in the Bay of Islands. The house is positioned in a rural setting of 4 hectares and is beautifully secluded.

All the rooms have floor to ceiling glass windows looking out onto unforgettable views of the ocean and surrounding countryside. Wherever you are - soaking in the bath, mixing your evening drinks in the kitchen or lying in bed, the views are there too!

The nearest town is Russell is a romantic and historic place hidden in a beautiful harbour within the Bay of Islands - one of New Zealand’s most picturesque destinations. The Bay of Islands boasts 144 Islands and many secluded bays and is one of the finest maritime parks in New Zealand. There is an abundance of marine life, including whales, penguins, dolphins, gannets the famous blue and black marlin.

Te Whare Hoiho has a minimum stay of 3 nights (7 nights if staying over Christmas and New Year) and costs from £124 per night (low season) to £178 per night (high season). The nearest international airport is Auckland, 250km away. For more information about Te Whare Hoiho, see http://www.oneoffplaces.co.uk/Oceania/New-Zealand/North-Island/Te-Whare-Hoiho.aspx

Other One Off Places in New Zealand include a cabana style beachfront villa in Whangaparaoa, a waterfront studio in Matauwhi Bay and a hillside house in a native bush garden near Christchurch.

One Off Places has a portfolio of holiday rental properties which covers five continents and thirty nine countries. Ranging from castles to yurts, and riads to watermills, if you’re looking for something a bit different, look no further!

Notes for editors:
One Off Places specialises in individual and characterful holiday rentals worldwide and has a wide selection of properties catering for all different tastes, group sizes and location specifications. Its website offers users the chance to enquire about their chosen property directly with the owner. For further information about One Off Places, please visit www.oneoffplaces.co.uk or contact Olly Symonds on Olly@oneoffplaces.co.uk , mobile 07725 199244 or tel: 01494 881196. Further images available on request. Press trips may be available for selected properties.