Swain-selected stayBay of Islands, New ZealandThe Landing ResidencesA distinctive base for a journey designed around you.Selected by our Destination ExpertsExploreThe storyGalleryExperiencesPlan your stayThe stayWhat to know about this stay.The Landing Residences set four private villas, the Boathouse, Vineyard Villa, Gabriel Residence and Cooper Residence, across 1,000 acres on the Purerua Peninsula in the Bay of Islands, flanked by vineyards with six private beaches and reached by a 55-minute flight from Auckland to the property's own helipad. An included island tour aboard the property's own yacht is the standout outing here.Hiking or mountain biking the estate's private trails, plus kayaking and snorkeling across six private beaches, all happen without ever encountering another guest outside your own party, and rates include breakfast and dinner prepared by The Landing's own chef in place of a conventional restaurant. A closer lookThe Landing Residences, in detail.View all 16 photosBeyond the stayExperiences nearbyAn included island tour aboard the property's own yacht is the standout outing here, and hiking or mountain biking the estate's private trails across 1,000 acres, plus kayaking and snorkeling across six private beaches, all happen without ever encountering another guest outside your own party. Rates include breakfast and dinner prepared by The Landing's own chef, plus a lunch platter, in place of a conventional restaurant, which in practice means every meal is built around what's fresh that day rather than a fixed menu. Plan with SwainAdd The Landing Residences to your journey.Tell us where you want to go and how you like to travel. We will recommend the right route, length of stay, and experiences.Start planning →