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Slice of heaven cabin

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Slice of Heaven Cottage
Exterior
Exterior
Bedroom on Mezzanine floor above
Kitchen & dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 41 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
  • Fernland Spa
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Tauranga Domain
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Mount Maunganui
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Slice of heaven cabin

Relax away from the bustle and busyness of the city and enjoy a break in a quiet rural environment surrounded by native bush and be lulled by the nearby river and bird song. Enjoy the smell of timber within our architecturally designed cottage with high wooden ceilings, wood paneled walls, wooden stairs and kitchen and hand crafted furniture.

Recharge with a book or a walk on our property or on nearby bushwalks, or explore all that Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty has to offer. Bethlehem Town Centre is 15 minutes away, Omokoroa, 15 minutes, Katikati 25 minutes, Tauranga 25 minutes and Mt Maunganui with its world famous beach is a 30 minute drive away.

Fully self-contained cottage with mezzanine sleeping loft with double bed, full kitchen with oven, gas hob and fridge, bathroom with shower and enjoy a loo with a view. A pullout sofa bed in the lounge creates a double bed, dining facility for up to four, a pellet fire for winter and WIFI.

Please note there is no mobile phone reception at the cottage.

Please also note that stair access to the mezzanine is steep – it’s an alternating tread so ones gait is the same as a normal stair but it can catch people by surprise – the pullout sofa bed in the lounge is available for those who are unable to access the stairs.

We try and be as self- sufficient and sustainable as possible and run our slice of heaven along organic lines, considering the impact our actions have upon the environment. Hence you will find we use environmentally and people safe products for cleaning in the cottage (and our home), and we try to buy Fair Trade products that support those who live in third world nations. We don’t get it right all the time – we are learning as we go and enjoy talking with others about their journey towards a similar lifestyle. Our cottage is smoke, vaping and drug free.

Ideal as a getaway for a couple, it does have a pullout sofa double bed so while two is comfortable, four would experience tiny home living.

Surrounded by farmland with views of native bush and in close proximity to a stream, there are multiple farm animals on surrounding properties visible from the drive: cows, sheep, goats, alpacas. Some distant animal noises at night can be expected (mooing etc) .

Property manager

Liz & Mike Carter

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Steep stair access not suited to young children,
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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
Smoking/vaping are not permitted on the property.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Whakamarama

Located in Whakamarama, this cottage is in a rural area. Brain Watkins House and Monmouth Redoubt are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mills Reef Winery and Leveret Estate Winery. Waimarino Adventure Park and Tenpin Tauranga are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and hunting.
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Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Fernland Spa - 27 min drive - 20.0 km
  • ASB Baypark - 29 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Tauranga Domain - 31 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Tauranga Golf Club - 33 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Mount Maunganui - 41 min drive - 33.1 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nourish - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The White House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wild Bean Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kaimai Cafe - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Funky Cookies and Cakes - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Slice of heaven cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Slice of heaven cabin?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Slice of heaven cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Slice of heaven cabin located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Te Puna Quarry Park, Omokoroa Beach and Waimarino Adventure Park. Minden Lookout and Fernland Spa are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Parul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Actually a slice of heaven
We had the most amazing stay… exactly what we were looking for … peaceful and beautiful. Best part was Garry, the goat!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural retreat
Lovely rural property Everything worked, and wifi was amongst the bestVery convenient for TaurangaGood array of essential supplies provided We were not confident about using the stairs during the night for bathroom breaks, so used the pull out sofa bed instead downstairs, and that was fine
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a lovely and peaceful place, very friendly owners
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

cyndy h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay
Wish we could stay longer
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot
Great little cottage, peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of heaven cottage
Beautiful, peaceful, cottage lived up to its name. A Slice of Heaven ......
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael G.

Stunning!
Stunning little house and surrounding. Even played with some eels!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Michaela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication
Good last minute get away
Beautiful property but no photos of stairs, it did say that the stairs were narrow but we thought nothing like that. Super hot in the summer but that is hard to fix. Over all good stay just minor things that can’t be helped like the drive way
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Robin

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love our time here! So cozy and peaceful.
Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Anastasia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely hideaway and base to visit the Bay of Plenty
We had a nice stay in Whakamarama. The cottage was a lovely hideaway and it was great location to visit the sights in the Bay of Plenty. The house had everything you could need, the wifi was good and we had no problems with connectivity. I would recommend that visitors bring slippers for the winter as the fire warms up the house brilliantly but the floors are cool. We found the mattress on the bed very uncomfortable and the show pressure was very low. With these upgraded the house would be perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Peace H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of Heaven Cabin Review
Very snug warm settings and aesthetic. The fireplace was incredible and overall very relaxing and welcoming. It would have been nice to know that there was no phone coverage there but aside from that, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely escape
Super cute little cottage with warm fire. Everything you need to escape the busy world. Would definitely recommend staying at the Slice of Heaven Cottage

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Country Cottage
A beautiful cottage which we thoroughly enjoyed relaxing in. It was very stormy weather during our stay, but it was a great place to sit in front of the fire, read a book and enjoy the view of Bush from the windows. We will definitely return. Thank you for your friendly hospitality.

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
It really is a slice of heaven! Pictures online don’t do it justice! Amazing little cottage to escape from crazy day to day life! Close to Tauranga but far enough out to feel secluded! We went for our anniversary and it was the perfect way to celebrate! Would 100% go back again! Thank you for letting us share a piece of your beautiful property

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience
Beautiful little cabin, was the perfect place for a long weekend away - fireplace kept us warm and lots of places to explore nearby for day trips. Photos do not do it justice, very clean and tidy, excellent fully equipt kitchen and plenty of room. Hope to be back again soon, didn't want to leave - thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of Heaven indeed!
Liz was prompt with communications and extremely and and helpful. The location and accommodation were peaceful and just what our souls needed.

10/10 Excellent

Elaine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of Heaven
This is a wonderful place to base yourself to explore the Kaimais, Tauranga, Western Bay and beyond. We found Liz and Mike’s place to be the epitome of care, comfort, coziness and calm. What a perfectly situated home to base ourselves for our daily tramps or beach visits. We so enjoyed not having to drive very far to find a wealth of culture, tramping and nature. Our hosts were extremely responsive to any questions or needs we had. We are so happy we decided to base our two week stay at this cottage. We truly felt we started and ended each day as if we were home. We highly recommend visiting this true Slice of Heaven.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace & Quiet
Beautiful property, I love the quirky stairs

10/10 Excellent

Annette und Jürgen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr ruhig und beschaulich
Sehr aufmerksame und hilfsbereite Vermieter

10/10 Excellent

Marie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful getaway for couples
A perfect spot for a getaway, very peaceful and private. Clean, warm and cosy. It was nice to visit the stream at the bottom of the property, and the fresh flowers on arrival were a nice welcoming touch. Perfect location. Thank you to Liz & Mike for sharing your ‘Slice of Heaven’.

8/10 Good

Tanya G.

Quaint
Lovely little cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

brandi w.

April Getaway
The cottage was in a lovely location, close enough to town and bay of plenty, but far enough to relax away from traffic and city life. It was clean and perfect size for the two of us. I was glad to have use of a full kitchen and washer as well. It was nice to meet Liz, she was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Liz & Mike Carter

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After childhood experience in the country and being disheartened by the noise and small city plots we found our Slice of Heaven in the country and became proud lifestyle block owners. Mike is an architect who previously had his architectural practice within the cottage before converting it into accommodation and now works as an architect project manager in town. Liz is full time home manager and organic gardener. We are involved in our community being on the local school board of trustees and chair of the Whakamarama Community Centre/Hall committee.

Why they chose this property

We were keen to give our family a taste of the kind of childhood experiences we had growing up in rural environments - space to play, ride bikes, and peace and quiet.

What makes this property unique

We choose this property because it had a bit of land which meant we could be less dependent upon supermarkets and more self sufficient as we could grow some of our own food. We were also attracted by the beautiful bush outlook.

Languages:

English