A warm, friendly, country welcome and spectacular views over the Bay of Islands. Beautifully and thoughtfully planned modern designed B&B. Everything you could wish for clean, comfortable and quiet. Chris and Mike were wonderful hosts and we so enjoyed chatting with them over a cuppa and learning about their life and travels. Their suggestions on where to go and what... More

The website is impressive but in reality it doesn't do any justice. The house is immaculately presented, the hosts Chris and Mike have thought of everything. From their welcoming smiles, modern decor to the hearty big breakfast and not to mention the useful local recommendations. Their high attention to detail made our one night stay feel like we were in... More

A very warm welcome from Mike & Chris for our 2 night stay in their lovely home.We had the Kingfisher suite which was immaculate and had a bottle of wine waiting for us - a nice touch.Mike arranged bookings for our evening meals in town and Chris was particularly helpful in doing our laundry even though water was scarce.Great views... More

It is so lovely to find a warm, welcoming place to stay when travelling from overseas. Mike and Chris are engaging and interested in people & so obviously enjoy providing a top quality experience. The room we were given had private access to a terrace, was immaculately clean, comfortably furnished with top quality decor and all with a view across... More

We stayed with Chris and Mike for two nights. The view at sunrise is fantastic. Chris and Mike are consumate hosts and made recommendations and dinner bookings for us. The choices were really great places to eat. Highly recommended. Note that you will need your own "wheels" to get there as it is on a high ridge with a great... More

Warm welcomes, wonderful view and friendly attention from MIke and Chris made this an excellent visit for our trip to the Bay of Islands. We happily recommend it. What can be bad about folks who have a duck which wants to be petted?

We have literally just walked back through the door from our absolutely lovely stay at Swallows Ridge, we stayed for 3 nights over Easter Weekend and just wanted to stay longer it was hard dragging ourselves away. Mike and Chris are the perfect hosts and nothing is ever too much,whether booking your evenings meal or excursion or drinking all the... More

My husband had surprised me for our wedding anniversary and booked Swallow's Ridge for two nights, and boy did he do well! Firtsly the place is just gorgeous, amazing views,and incrediably clean through out the house. Our room and bathroom were beautiful, decent size, new and clean. When we arrived we were greeted by the lovely hosts Mike and Chris... More

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Swallows Ridge at the beginning of February. Chris and Mike are wonderful hosts, very welcoming and willing to give their time. Their house is immaculate and very comfortable with beautiful views a 10 minute drive from Kerikeri. We look forward very much to returning.