Whatipu Lodge, which is now the only dwelling at Whatipu, is a collection of historic wooden buildings and is in an isolated part of the Waitakere Ranges Regional Park.
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Accommodation is in 17 bedrooms, which have changed little since they were built between 1870 and the early 1900s.
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Cooking and bathroom facilities are communal and guests prepare their own meals. Guests bring their own sheets and duvets or sleeping bags.
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Prices are $30-$40 per adult. $20-$25 per child per night. Booking is essential.