We spent 8 days here with Val and Francis, they are the most welcoming friendly hosts you will ever find! We took our two children aged 9 and 12 and by the time we left the kids wanted to adopt Val and Francis as grand parents! They B&B is very clean and tidy, the food is AMAZING! It's the best... More

We really recommend this bed and breakfast situated in a peaceful bush clad bay right by the sea .Val and Francis have renovated their house to a very high standard and we especially loved the upstairs deck with sea views and another sheltered deck off the dining room which was ideal for just chilling in the shade Val and Francis... More

My wife and me stayed 3 nights in this B&B and had a nice dinner on the first night. The hosts Francis and Val Foreman were friendly. There is very good wifi provided. We stayed upstairs where it was more private.

Lovely place and very friendly and helpful hosts. We were the only visitors on this occasion and were treated to superb hospitality which even included a Island Tour. Even in winter this place has something to offer, I would certainly recommend this to anyone who wants to get away from the hustle and bustle of life on the mainland and... More

I really enjoyed GBI stay for two nights.Sunny bed room and beautiful view from the window.Val and Francis were very friendly and I could feel like doing home stay.I really spent great time with beautiful beaches,bushes,local small animals and PEOPLE!! Over there life style is very simple but it's actually very rich,because I could feel more closer to nature and... More

I felt like I was stepping on to another planet right from the moment when the host (Francis) picked us up at the Great Barrier Island ferry terminal. It took all of about three minutes to drive to the charmingly old but modern Bed & Breakfast establishment which held a panoramic view of the bay. My assigned room immediately brought... More

We had a wonderful time staying with our very warm and accomodating hosts. We very much enjoyed their company and the accomodation we stayed in. The location is excellent and the rooms are spacious. My wife and I are rarely too full too finish the food at breakfast and dinner yet we managed to be at Shaol Bay. We would... More

Val and Francis are great hosts and made us and our children feel right at home. Francis is especially wonderful with children and took them to collect eggs from the chicken coop and even cast his grandfatherly eye over us as the boys and I kayaked in the bay. Val prepared some wonderful meals and shared interesting stories about life... More

Stunning spot. Absolutely felt at home the minute I walked in, Val and Francis have something very special here, they are wonderful hosts and have some great stories to share. Rooms are comfy, food is fab and the island itself is just magical. Will be back very soon -and will send friends and family in the meantime!