Peace and Plenty Inn in Auckland

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The Peace and Plenty Inn is a magnificently restored Victorian villa (circa 1880), situated in an unbeatable waterfront location in the heart of the historic maritime village of Devonport.

We invite you to stay at our gracious home offering comfortable and friendly luxury accommodation. We host visitors who come to relax from all over the world, along with New Zealanders enjoying a weekend away. We are also able to hold boutique weddings and small conferences.


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Devonport Village
Devonport is a delightful seaside village whose colonial history is unspoilt by the passage of time. One of Auckland's earliest settlements, the village mixes charm and civility with beautifully restored old villas.

This unique location on the harbour peninsular along with sandy beaches provides stunning views over Auckland - New Zealand's City of Sails, the Waitemata Harbour and the islands of the Hauraki Gulf from its three Mounts.

Many locals know Devonport peninsular as the “Village of Auckland”, it is laden with history commencing with Maori occupation before the arrival of Europeans and the establishment of the first European settlements in 1840. Devonport is surrounded by sea and commands magnificent 360 degree views from Mount Victoria Takarunga, of the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland City, just across the bay. Devonport derives much of its charm from the fine examples of colonial villas that have been restored and renovated, together with the beautiful examples of native flora that can be seen in the many parks, reserves and beaches of the village. These influences are portrayed and represented in the wealth of local art, craft and sculpture displayed in village galleries.


The Royal New Zealand Navy operates a base in Devonport of which there are various historic sites.


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Activities
Should you choose to explore the village you may find yourself in one of the fine cafes that Devonport has to offer or dine in one of the many restaurants. Alternatively there are boutiques and antique shops to browse, or mountain walks to discover or perhaps a swim on Cheltenham Beach.

There is also a ferry terminal offering island and city excursions and connections to further tours such as those of the Coromandel, Tiritiri Matangi and Kawau Island.

Devonport has three historical museums and a cinema. It has tennis courts, an 18 hole golf course and a gym all within five minutes.

Guest Room Facilities
All our rooms are serviced daily. We leave Devonport made chocolates and organic lavender sachets as gifts to you on the pillows.

Choices of Teas and Coffee along with biscuits are also complimentary.

For those who have just spent hours on a long flight or who are ready for the weekend a glass of our port may be just the thing you need. Alternatively champagne can be waiting on ice with fresh flowers to amaze.

Toweling robes are provided along with Eco-friendly Go-Native NZ toiletries. In winter you can enjoy our electric blankets and all rooms are heated.

All have TV's, direct dial telephones and PC connection points, hair-dryers and ironing facilities.

We are also equipped with wireless broadband internet access.


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Guest Lounge
There is a Guest Lounge with an open fire for winter months.

Complimentary access to internet and facsimile.

A Library with an excellent selection of books and magazines.

SKY television, and selection of music CDs.

Wireless broadband also available.




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Breakfast
Enjoy your gourmet breakfast in our spacious sunny breakfast room, which overlooks our palms, frangipani, and hibiscus blooms. A choice of window tables offer you the privacy for an intimate breakfast for two or alternatively you can take a seat at the larger rimu table for eight and mingle with other guests and exchange future plans or recent memories depending on if you have just arrived or about to depart New Zealand.
In the summer you can go 'al fresco' and have breakfast with the birds on our Victorian veranda overlooking our fountain lily pools.

We display a buffet breakfast for you to select fresh fruits, yoghurts, and our homemade muesli. This is followed by your choice from our gourmet menu, Belgian Berry Waffles, Smoked Bacon and Eggs Devonport with smoked salmon, are but a selection.
We at the Peace and Plenty take pride not only in our quality, but through the personal touches that we add to breakfast time, be it a friendly smile, some smart travel advice, or the energy boost we like to deliver from our excellent food, great Devonport roasted coffee and selection of fine teas.

Wegbeschreibung

If flying or arriving on a cruise ship to Auckland we can arrange for you to be met and conveyed directly to Peace and Plenty Inn. Our driver will assist you with baggage and other formalities. Please let us know your needs at the time of reservation. The cost of this service is approximately NZ$70 per group up to a maximum of 6 people.

If driving from the airport or from points south, follow the motorway, Highway One, north (well signed form the airport). Cross over the Harbour Bridge and take the Esmonde Road ramp off the motorway and follow the blue direction signs to Devonport. As you approach Devonport you will pass the golf course on your left and reach a mini roundabout at the base of Mount Victoria. Turn right and follow the road down Victoria Road main street. Turn left near the bottom, in front of the fountain, into Flagstaff Terrace. Peace and Plenty is the first house on the left (Number 6) overlooking the reserve and beach.