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Devon Cottage NZ - a home away from home, 15 mins away from Mt Maunganui

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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

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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 hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Tauranga City, Tauranga

What's nearby

  • Fernland Spa - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Tauranga Domain - 11 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Mercury Baypark - 18 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Huria Marae - 18 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Mount Maunganui - 20 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪88 Chinese Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mills Reef Winery & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Atrium - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪BurgerFuel - ‬4 min drive

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. 33 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kieron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb accommodation, host Brian met us on arrival to say hello and brought us oranges and kiwi fruit which were delicious, will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
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.
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bruce w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice clean house,lovely gardenyou could not get better hosts,they go above and beyond any expectations
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Chris B.

Very central spot for Bethlehem and Tauranga City

Very central spot for Bethlehem and Tauranga City
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
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