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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61938 sq ft
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New Plymouth, Taranaki Region
- Place, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery13 min walk
- Place, Wind Wand16 min walk
- Place, Centre City Shopping Centre18 min walk
- Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)11 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Charming Historic House in New Plymouth
Summary:
Welcome to The Front Office, a charming 1929 house blending modern and industrial design.
- Expansive living area with high ceilings
- Three beautifully appointed bedrooms
- Chef's kitchen as the hub of the home
- Unlimited wifi & central heating
- Great off-street parking
- Ten-minute walk to CBD for arts and shopping
- Guests are required to leave the property in a tidy and clean state all dishes are washed/the dishwasher loaded and turned on prior to departure.
The Space:
This charming house, fondly known as The Front Office, was built in 1929 as business premises for Jones & Sandford Ltd, one of New Plymouth's oldest surviving timber/construction firms. The owners have beautifully brought it into the 21st century, blending modern urban industrial elements with aged features to create a unique space.
The living area feels expansive with high ceilings and large doors that open out to a deck area overlooking beautifully manicured gardens. Special touches create a warm, relaxed atmosphere where you can curl up on the couch with a good book. The chef's kitchen serves as the hub of the house, an outstanding space that brings everyone together, adorned with art that captures the ambience and sense of luxury.
Comfortable Accommodation:
- Three beautifully appointed bedrooms
- Huge master bedroom with a comfortable king bed and ultra-modern bathroom
- Bedroom with two comfortable king beds, leading to another bathroom
- Third large bedroom featuring a queen bed
Interior Feeling:
- Expansive living area with high ceilings
- Warm and relaxed atmosphere
- Art adorning the walls, enhancing the luxurious feel
- Central heating throughout for year-round comfort
Outdoor Bliss:
- Deck area with access to manicured gardens
- Great off-street parking in a large carpark area right outside the house
Delightful Dining:
- Chef's kitchen equipped for all your cooking needs
- Well-equipped with cooking oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, milk, cleaning products, dishwasher tablets, dishwashing liquid, toilet paper, liquid hand soap, and body wash
Professional Cleaning:
- A linen and cleaning charge of $260 applies, charged separately
- Guests are required to leave the property in a tidy and clean state, with all dishes washed and the dishwasher loaded and turned on prior to departure
- Bookings exceeding 10 days will incur an extra mid-term cleaning and linen fee every seven days
Right on St Aubyn Street, you are a ten-minute walk to the CBD for arts, culture, and shopping. A five-minute walk takes you to the NP Aquatic Centre and the Scenic Coastal Walkway. Plenty of cafes and takeaways are conveniently located close by. Don't miss the opportunity to stay somewhere that has such great local history. Book today.
Other Things to Note:
Strictly no parties or gatherings. The booking person must not be under 25 years old.
Interaction with Guests:
Bach Break manage this property and are only a phone call or email away. Office hours are from 8am to 8:30pm.
Welcome to The Front Office, a charming 1929 house blending modern and industrial design.
- Expansive living area with high ceilings
- Three beautifully appointed bedrooms
- Chef's kitchen as the hub of the home
- Unlimited wifi & central heating
- Great off-street parking
- Ten-minute walk to CBD for arts and shopping
- Guests are required to leave the property in a tidy and clean state all dishes are washed/the dishwasher loaded and turned on prior to departure.
The Space:
This charming house, fondly known as The Front Office, was built in 1929 as business premises for Jones & Sandford Ltd, one of New Plymouth's oldest surviving timber/construction firms. The owners have beautifully brought it into the 21st century, blending modern urban industrial elements with aged features to create a unique space.
The living area feels expansive with high ceilings and large doors that open out to a deck area overlooking beautifully manicured gardens. Special touches create a warm, relaxed atmosphere where you can curl up on the couch with a good book. The chef's kitchen serves as the hub of the house, an outstanding space that brings everyone together, adorned with art that captures the ambience and sense of luxury.
Comfortable Accommodation:
- Three beautifully appointed bedrooms
- Huge master bedroom with a comfortable king bed and ultra-modern bathroom
- Bedroom with two comfortable king beds, leading to another bathroom
- Third large bedroom featuring a queen bed
Interior Feeling:
- Expansive living area with high ceilings
- Warm and relaxed atmosphere
- Art adorning the walls, enhancing the luxurious feel
- Central heating throughout for year-round comfort
Outdoor Bliss:
- Deck area with access to manicured gardens
- Great off-street parking in a large carpark area right outside the house
Delightful Dining:
- Chef's kitchen equipped for all your cooking needs
- Well-equipped with cooking oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, milk, cleaning products, dishwasher tablets, dishwashing liquid, toilet paper, liquid hand soap, and body wash
Professional Cleaning:
- A linen and cleaning charge of $260 applies, charged separately
- Guests are required to leave the property in a tidy and clean state, with all dishes washed and the dishwasher loaded and turned on prior to departure
- Bookings exceeding 10 days will incur an extra mid-term cleaning and linen fee every seven days
Right on St Aubyn Street, you are a ten-minute walk to the CBD for arts, culture, and shopping. A five-minute walk takes you to the NP Aquatic Centre and the Scenic Coastal Walkway. Plenty of cafes and takeaways are conveniently located close by. Don't miss the opportunity to stay somewhere that has such great local history. Book today.
Other Things to Note:
Strictly no parties or gatherings. The booking person must not be under 25 years old.
Interaction with Guests:
Bach Break manage this property and are only a phone call or email away. Office hours are from 8am to 8:30pm.
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No pets allowed
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Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
New Plymouth
New Plymouth CBD, a neighbourhood in New Plymouth, is home to this holiday home. Wind Wand and Richmond Cottage are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fitzroy Golf Club and New Plymouth Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Yarrow Stadium or Stadium Taranaki.

New Plymouth, Taranaki Region
What's nearby
- Govett-Brewster Art Gallery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Puke Ariki - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Wind Wand - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Centre City Shopping Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Pukekura Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Itch Wine Bar - 14 min walk
- Salt Restaurant - 15 min walk
- Three Sisters Brewery - 16 min walk
- Treehouse Bar & Bistro - 18 min walk
- Ms White - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
8.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
2 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Graham C.
24 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful few days in New Plymouth
Graham C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Patricia M.
10 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Patricia M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Raewyn V.
28 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house to stay
Raewyn V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alan F.
21 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr
Alan F.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Liz M.
17 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old world charm
Liz M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Monika Z.
26 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Comfortable place
Monika Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John M.
28 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect.
John M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alex W.
10 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Alex W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Max K.
11 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and convenient
Max K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tammie S.
2 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious!
Tammie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Judith P.
9 Aug 2023
Family Road Trip
Judith P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Auckland, NOTAVAIL
9 Jul 2023
Enjoyable property
A guest from Auckland, NOTAVAIL
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tina D.
7 Feb 2023
A curious character building with history!
Tina D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sheena M.
15 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend Getaway
Sheena M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol S.
2 Oct 2022
An amazing place to stay in New Plymouth
Carol S.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
A guest from NA, NOTAVAIL
5 Aug 2022
Central well equipped home
A guest from NA, NOTAVAIL
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Glen M.
10 Jun 2022
Great character home
Glen M.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Sue P.
19 May 2022
New Plymouth visit -the Front Office
Sue P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris G.
20 Apr 2022
Very hard to beat this
Chris G.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amelia G.
8 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property.
Amelia G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim C.
7 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
Tim C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Maggie O.
7 Oct 2021
Great for what we wanted
Maggie O.
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