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Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, 15 mins away from Mt Maunganui
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single 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, 15 mins away from Mt Maunganui
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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 Mercury Baypark. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

Tauranga City, Tauranga
What's nearby
- Fernland Spa - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
- Tauranga Domain - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
- Huria Marae - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
- Mercury Baypark - 13 min drive - 14.9 km
- Mount Maunganui - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- 88 Chinese Restaurant - 4 min drive
- BurgerFuel - 4 min drive
- Tauranga Citizens' Club - 4 min drive
- Mills Reef Winery & Restaurant - 4 min drive
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 window9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
18 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kieron M.
3 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kieron M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew D.
18 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrew D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rachel K.
13 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy warm and welcoming
Rachel K.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
bruce w.
28 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
bruce w.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Chris B.
18 Jun 2018
Very central spot for Bethlehem and Tauranga City
Chris B.
Verified
8/10 Good
Shona A.
22 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Friendly, very clean
Shona A.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne f.
10 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home.
Suzanne f.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris B.
23 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Brian and Sandy
Chris B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jolene W.
30 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Jolene W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Clare A.
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family break
Clare A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Martin M.
2 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Martin M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
28 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Xmas Break
Jennifer S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Carel O.
1 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, beautiful gardens
Carel O.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Archana N.
5 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay, spotless place
Archana N.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Santhosh G.
5 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint, comfortable cottage, spectacular garden
Santhosh G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elayne S.
11 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Cottage and grounds
Elayne S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
April G.
9 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely weekend away!
April G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tony H.
24 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a great place
Tony H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debbie S.
8 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful
Debbie S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Malcolm A.
30 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable house in a nice location
Malcolm A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sheila G.
24 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work Trip Accommodation
Sheila G.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Bernadette F.
27 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overnight stay
Bernadette F.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Susan P.
25 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Works well
Susan P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ron S.
20 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a great host
Ron S.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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.
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