Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, 15 mins away from Mt Maunganui
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 outdoor furniture.
It can offer: · 3 bedrooms (sleeps up to six) (1 bedroom has a queen bed, 1 has a double and the other, two single beds (a king single and a single). 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);
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Mercury Baypark. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Is Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, 15 mins away from Mt Maunganui pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, 15 mins away from Mt Maunganui?
As of 13 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, 15 mins away from Mt Maunganui on 19 Jul, 2026 start from S$139, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, 15 mins away from Mt Maunganui?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, 15 mins away from Mt Maunganui?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, 15 mins away from Mt Maunganui?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, 15 mins away from Mt Maunganui 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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This was lovely place for our family to stay. It was comfortably furnished and the kitchen was well equipped. The gardens were lovely and the hosts were kind and helpful.
Tidy, homely stay in a convenient location. Great for a family stay. We were welcomed by the owners and arrival and spoke to them a few days over our 6 night stay. Would recommend this properly to others.
Emma W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan, 2026
A great family, nice to have met them.Thank you for the great review. Pleased that you enjoyed your stay supporting your son's sport. Hope to see you all again one day.
Lovely little cottage with beautiful touches everywhere. Welcoming and friendly hosts who went the extra mile to make us feel welcome. Hope to stay again! Thanks for the watermelon!
Andrew D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan, 2026
Lovely family who enjoyed their stay. Thank you for the review - hope to see you all again one day.
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!!
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.
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!
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.
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
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
Susan P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
About the host
Hosted by Brian and Sandy Conning
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....