New Zealand 5 Star Qualmark Auckland Bed and Breakfast for Sale

Posted by Tom Crawford

February 14, 2011

Located in the desirable seaside suburb of Birkenhead Point Stafford Villa has operated as a luxury Bed and Breakfast for 11 years

A gracious Heritage listed colonial double bay villa built in 1903 for the Hayman family it is now ranked as one of the top Bed & Breakfasts in New Zealand. It has a fascinating and interesting history the genealogy of which has been explored and documented by the present owners.

Carolynn Crawford of Tourism Properties says” They have a well earned 5 Star Qualmark ranking and this is a very special property having been totally refurbished to the highest standard. Emphasis has been placed on elegance and luxury, comfortable and charming but in keeping with the Victorian era.”

The house is built from Kauri, and features stained glass windows in several areas. North facing and under floor gas central heating makes it warm and welcoming.

Subdued elegance

Crawford goes onto say “Stafford Villa has Resource Consent to operate as a Bed and Breakfast which is a definite plus. The owners are bucking the trend of a global recession with bookings increasing annually.”