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Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, a 10 mins away from the beach

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No.1 bedroom, main bedroom - queen bed
Main bedroom - wardrobe
Bedroom 3 - queen bed
Bedroom 3 - wardrobe
Bedroom No.2  with 2 king single beds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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7A, Luke Street, Tauranga City, Tauranga, 3110
  • Fernland Spa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Tauranga Domain
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Mount Maunganui
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Child Bed

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, a 10 mins away from the beach

We live opposite the holiday home so we are available on-call to help with any problems with regard to extra items required, something not working or advice on local attractions or how to get anywhere!
Generally children are treated as an extra guest as they are still using a bed and all facilities.
A fully furbished 3 bedroom home, all towels and linen supplied, beds made up etc. Just walk in and enjoy a home away from home. We supply corporate/staff accommodation on a regular basis for those companies where it's important that each guest has their own bedroom and space.
Originally designed and built as a Devon Cottage, it has since had an extra bedroom and living area added to it and has been fully refurbished with new luxurious carpeting and bamboo hardwood flooring and art decor.
Very private and generous outdoor entertaining area including BBQ and outdoor furniture.

It can offer:
· 3 bedrooms (sleeps up to six) (2 bedrooms have queen
beds, the other has two single beds, and we can add a
foldaway bed in emergencies) all brand new.
· 2 living areas (one for watching TV etc, the other for
reading/wireless internet activity)
· Brand new floor coverings throughout.
· Fully equipped kitchen with all utensils, full size refrigerator,
dishwasher etc
· Laundry complete with washing machine
· Fujitzu aircon/heatpump
· Wheelchair access including shower area and shower chair
Wireless internet access


If you Google the location you can't see the property because it is located up a private ROW. We live on the opposite side of the driveway so we are able to provide security and immediate assistance for any issues that arise.

·All arterial routes (expressway to Mt Maunganui, expressway leading to Rotorua, Whakatane and East Coast, SH29 to Kaimai summit outlook and over to the Waikato, SH2 to Katikati, Waihi and on to Auckland
· 1 kilometre to New World Brookfield
· 2 kilometres to Fernland Spa
· 2 kilometres to Bethlehem Town Shopping Centre and Countdown
· 6 kilometres to Downtown Tauranga
· 13 kilometres to Downtown Mount Maunganui
· 19 kilometres to Palm Beach Plaza, Papamoa
Special conditions:
As we are located in the middle of a quiet residential area, there can't be any loud noise or music - basically no parties! The cottage is booked and paid for based on the number of guests staying. All visitors must be off site by early evening. We can't allow any stay-overs regardless so make sure your visitors are fit and proper to drive or arrange for their safe return home. Check in time normally around 2pm unless by prior arrangement, check out 10am.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$70.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

Brian and Sandy Conning

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tauranga

Located in Tauranga, this holiday home is in the city centre. Brain Watkins House and Monmouth Redoubt are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Tenpin Tauranga and Waimarino Adventure Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tauranga Domain or ASB Baypark. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Tauranga City, Tauranga

What's nearby

  • Fernland Spa - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Tauranga Domain - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Tauranga Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Mount Maunganui - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • ASB Baypark - 16 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tauranga Citizens Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mills Reef Winery & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Quantum Vis Eatery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, a 10 mins away from the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, a 10 mins away from the beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, a 10 mins away from the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, a 10 mins away from the beach located?

Located in Brookfield, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Fernland Spa and Huria Marae. Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy warm and welcoming
Lovely and cozy, good location and excellent, friendly hosts. Would recommend to others (:
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shona A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Friendly, very clean
Brian a wonderful and helpful host. Place spotless and homely. Lovely garden. Would stay again and definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Beautiful home and gardens. The host was very welcoming and accommodated us when we arrived earlier than expected. Was close to amenities around us. Would recommend this place to others. Thank you for the lovely accommodation and hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Very well equiped kitchen. Extensive fruit in garden. Handy location to explore Tauranga city, Mount Maunganui, beaches, mineral springs, McLaren Falls Park, and, of course, shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home.
Calm and restful. Only in New Zealand for a few days, but would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Brian and Sandy
What a wonderful holiday, in such a beautiful cottage. Really happy with our stay, and Brian and Sandy couldn't have been nicer or more accommodating hosts. We will certainly be booking again on our next trip to NZ!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Chris B.

Very central spot for Bethlehem and Tauranga City
Very central spot for Bethlehem and Tauranga City

10/10 Excellent

Clare A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family break
Had a fantastic stay, accesible accommodation is hard to find as a family of 5 and this place was perfect for us! A little hiccup with wifi password but a text to host and it was very quickly remedied. Will definetly book again in future!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, beautiful gardens
Very nice place, nice outside deck and beautiful garden. Unfortunately we could not use the barbeque. Very friendly neighborhood cats will stop by for a chat and a cuddle.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Xmas Break
We loved the position which was handy for Bethlehem, Tauranga city and the Mount. The house had a good layout and we particularly enjoyed the air conditioning. Lovely outside area also
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Archana N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay, spotless place
We had a very comfortable 2 night stay at Brian’s place. We were a family of four, three adults and one toddler under 2. Everything we needed for our stay was available esp kitchen amenities. The house is beautiful with a well maintained lovely garden, and a short drive away from Mount Maunganui. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Santhosh G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint, comfortable cottage, spectacular garden
A quaint little cottage with everything you need for a great holiday. The garden is particularly spectacular!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elayne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Cottage and grounds
Sandy was there to meet us, Brian came over later to check we were ok. As their card says "Home away from Home" and it surely was. The gardens are incredible, all Sandy's work.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

April G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely weekend away!
Property was perfect - exactly as advertised and had everything we needed for our weekend. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a great place
Happy with everything
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful
I was looking for a house to stay in, which could also accommodate my Mum who lives in a resthome in Tauranga. Devon Cottage was perfect. Quiet and clean with a lovely garden (I loved the lemons!). I hope to stay again on my next trip. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable house in a nice location
House was well set up, good heating and comfortable. The owner was friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work Trip Accommodation
Great to have more space than a hotel room, everything provided and easy check in. Very short drive into town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Bernadette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overnight stay
Nice & comfortable, & had everything we needed for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Works well
The house worked well for our stay in Tauranga. It was expensive but we left our Easter booking very late. The house is very well fitted out and everything was in working order. Possibly could add some shower soap in a dispenser.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a great host
We enjoyed our stay - its a unique place and well equipped. The host was friendly and helpful. Keen to return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean & Tidy
The check in process was pretty easy and the house was clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pui Yin Fandy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cottage, just like home!
Thank you so much for Brain and Sandra to accept my booking via Bookabach! You are helpful and provide a very comfortable place for us to stay in Tauranga, just like our home. Even it was a short trip, we enjoy staying in your house which is located in quiet cul de sac, calm, safe and peaceful. I highly recommend Devon Cottage to other customers! Many thanks to Sandra and Brian!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Karen R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Devon Cottage - perfect base for a get away
A lovely cosy little house full of kiwiana décor and art work. The kitchen is stocked with every utensil, dish and appliance you could ever need while on holiday. The most picturesque garden and welcoming hosts. A little tight on car space but we had a large vehicle. We used the property as a base while visiting family over Christmas and were out most of the day but the house was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fabulous place in a great location!
Easy check in process. Nicely made up rooms with all the facilities. Will stay again.

About the host

Hosted by Brian and Sandy Conning

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Sandy and I have travelled a lot so we appreciate the things you look for in making your accommodation and stay enjoyable. We have put a lot of time and energy into refurbishing the property when we bought it and are still developing the grounds and outside area.

Why they chose this property

This property was close to our own and was not well maintained by a succession of owners so we decided it needed some TLC both inside and out. A lot of compliments to Sandy on her gardens and I continue to enhance the use of the outside space by covering over the rear decked area with a pergola.

What makes this property unique

We've tried to ensure it's like a home away from home, a cottage style home with beautiful and colourful gardens and as comfortaable as possible. Very near to many facilities and local attractions, in fact one of the most comments we get is how central it is to everything and the ease of getting to all places quickly ( Mt Maunganui, Papamoa, CBD, The Crossing at Tauriko, heading to Auckland etc). There are supermarkets close by (award winning Brookfield New World.1.5 km, a large Woolworths at Bethlehem Shopping Centre 3km, a K Mart and Chemist Warehouse, along with many food outlets and shopping centres at Fraser Cove, Bay Central, CBD, Downtown Mt Maunganui, Bayfair, and The Crossing at Tauriko. Mount Main Beach has been voted best beach holiday destination in NZ for more than 7 years in a row by Trip Advisor. There you will find the only salt water hot pools in NZ although we have our own local mineral hot springs and swimming pool only 3 minutes away from the cottage (Fernland Spa).. We live opposite the cottage and can advise you on many local attractions and the quickest and best way to get there. We welcome business and corporate clients as our location allows ease of access to get to most places quickly and easily, avoiding most heavy traffic delay areas. Most guests express how much they enjoyed and how comfortable their stay was.
We hope to see you soon....

Languages:

English