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Farmstay Escape: Enjoy open space, relaxing spa and friendly farm animals

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A coastal view with a beach, a small island, and a clear sky.
A staircase leading up a hill with a view of a rural landscape.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a built-in washing machine, and a window with curtains.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a kitchen and outdoor area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Spacious, comfortable rooms
    Guests love the top-rated, generously-sized rooms.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Papamoa Beach, Bay Of Plenty
  • Place, Gordon Spratt Reserve
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Papamoa Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Donovan Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

+1
1 Crib, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Tauranga

Located in Papamoa, a neighbourhood in Tauranga, this apartment is in a rural area. Mount Maunganui Golf Club and Mount Hot Pools are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Baywave TECT Aquatic & Leisure Centre and Kiwi360. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mercury Baypark or Tauranga Domain. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
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Map
Papamoa Beach, Bay Of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Gordon Spratt Reserve - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Papamoa Beach - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Donovan Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Mercury Baypark - 10 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Bayfair Shopping Centre - 10 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Papamoa Beach Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blended Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's Papamoa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jellicoe St Bar & Eatery - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Farmstay Escape: Enjoy open space, relaxing spa and friendly farm animals have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Farmstay Escape: Enjoy open space, relaxing spa and friendly farm animals?

As of 13 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Farmstay Escape: Enjoy open space, relaxing spa and friendly farm animals on 16 Nov 2026 start from AU$345, 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.

Is Farmstay Escape: Enjoy open space, relaxing spa and friendly farm animals pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Farmstay Escape: Enjoy open space, relaxing spa and friendly farm animals?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Farmstay Escape: Enjoy open space, relaxing spa and friendly farm animals?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farmstay Escape: Enjoy open space, relaxing spa and friendly farm animals?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Farmstay Escape: Enjoy open space, relaxing spa and friendly farm animals located?

Located in Papamoa, this apartment building is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Gordon Spratt Reserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Simpson Reserve and Papamoa Beach. Donovan Park and Taylor Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This farmstay is great if you have kids that love animals and lots of space. Our kids loved egghunting in the morning, and feeding the rabbit from their hands, and feeding hay to the cows. Our dog also loved the animals, but in a different way, and luckily they are well fenced off and safe! The apartment was a nice size, with everything you need for a night or two. There is also a rope swing from a tree the kids loved. Our kids can't wait to return. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

Beautiful property in a great location. Kids loved the bonus animals and our family was very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic visit to Brightside Farmstay. The facility was incredibly well maintained, and the highlight was meeting Peter and going on a tour with him to see all of his farm animals. Our boys were thrilled. This is one of the best bnb's that we have been to. Thank you for making our stay so enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay, as described

Easy to communicate with property manager, nice and tidy place and the tramp/animals were a great bonus for my little one!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our 3rd time staying at the farm, now as a family of 4. Our time there is never long enough, the kids love it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Stay!

We had a fantastic experience at the farm stay! The house was perfect, the animals were so friendly and the property was beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Place!

We stayed with our kids for 2 nights and absolutely loved it! The animals, the outdoor place and all the games werde just amazing! Would strongly recommend this beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay, kids loved it

Great place, nice owners. Animals made the kids super happy, even the pushy cow who kept demanding food haha.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very warm and welcoming farm stay

Enjoyed our stay throughly, very cosy and comfortable place, good place to just relax and envy the nature, the owner was very prompt in getting back and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Accommodation

The Farmstay is lovely, the hosts are very inviting and friendly. Loved seeing all the farm animals, especially the new born lambs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Exceptional

Excellent location, beautiful property.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family escape

Great place, fantastic location and some very friendly farm animals for kids to interact with. Our second time here. Recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2024
Thanks so much for coming to stay again Ben & taking the time to review us a second time - much appreciated and hopefully we’ll see you back next summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home Stay accommodation

We came up north for a concert in Auckland but decided to spend a few days away from the hustle and bustle. The Farm Stay was the perfect choice and we even discovered it was next door to the Pāpāmoa Hills walk! Great location, lovely facilities, will definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic escape

Great place to stay with everything we needed, couldnt fault it. Kids loved the animals which were super friendly. Amazing location and surroundings. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Modern friendly farm stay

Great location close to beaches also shopping centre. Accomodation were very comfortable and modern! Friendly farm animals and big field for my dog to run around! We just loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2022
Thanks for your lovely review and we're glad you enjoyed yourselves and had a good time at our farmstay. You're welcome back anytime, Nina
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family stay

Quiet and peaceful. Clean and well set up accommodation. Everything was self sufficient and hosts were unintrusive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family spot

Nice semi rural location only a few minutes drive from Papamoa. Kids loved being able to feed the 'bunnies', baa's and 'moo's'. We loved the fact we could sit and read a book whilst keeping an eye on the kids playing on the large lawn.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2023
Thanks for your review Aaron, I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Papamoadise

Perfect HQ for our family while we were visiting Friends and Fam and spending some time around Tauranga and surrounding areas. The kids absolutely loved the animals and the property. Close to shops and beach and easy to access all the Bay of Plenty offers.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful sanctuary

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and even better that it was dog friendly, my schnauzer was in heaven! Host was great, place was clean, everything was driving distance. Would definitely be a wonderful place to bring younger children! Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2023
Thanks so much for your review Amy - so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Place

Fantastic place to stay that’s close enough to everything but feels like you’re away from it all. Great for those with kids as there is heaps of room to run around, animals to see, trampoline and toys. Place was modern, clean and spacious with everything you need. Owners were super friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Papamoa Brightside Farmstay

Great property, so clean & everything you need in a holiday property. Plenty of room for our 3 boys to play football. They loved feeding the rabbits & chickens & collecting fresh eggs every day. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Farmstay Experience

Perfect place for our holiday. Kids enjoyed meeting and feeding the animals. Helped ourselves to the mandarin/oranges that the host graciously offered. The unit is cosy and has everything we needed. The big lawn is perfect for our badminton games. Very happy with our stay. Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2024
Was lovely to meet you all. So glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good location with a relaxing atmosphere

Easy find location. Kids loved the animals on the property. Lots of space for the kids to run around and play. The internet was fast and of good quality. The beds were comfortable and the rooms were warm. Papamoa hills reserve offer a great view of the greater Tauranga area and the location isn't too far from shops like New World / PaknSave. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

We just want to say a huge thank you to Nina for accommodating us and making our stay an amazing one. The batch is warm and cosy, beautiful surroundings with peace and quiet. We loved spending time with the animals and the swing was a huge hit with the kids and big kids! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything we expected and more

Had a great 3 night stay at this property. The property had everything we needed and more. It was very clean and well stocked with all the things needed to cook. The farm animals were a treat for the kids. We had an issue with the stove not turning on properly and the owner addressed it right away. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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