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Stones Throw from the Surf

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Pool
Pool
Pool
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Papamoa, Bay of Plenty Region
  • Place, Papamoa Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Shores Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Harding Reserve
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3/Office

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4/Lounge 2

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Ensuite

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stones Throw from the Surf

Only a 4 minute walk to beautiful papamoa beach, we are ideally located for friends and family. With a secure garden, beautiful salt heated pool and close to local shops, restaurants and bars (only a 10 minute walk). We are also only a 45 minute drive to all the attractions of the lakes and fun in Rotorua and a 15-20 minute drive to Tauranga and Mount Maunganui. With 4 bedrooms, Master with Super King bed, Large Ensuite & TV for Netflix, 2nd with King and smart TV, third having the option of King Single or made into a double and Office space as well and 4th is either a 2nd lounge or converted into a 4th bedroom with sleeper couch, TV and curtains and blinds for privacy. Our home is light and sunny with bi-folding doors opening out to our 8x4 metre pool with secure fencing allowing for fantastic indoor/outdoor living and a great entertainment space. Out the back of the house we have a beautiful sunny breakfast patio with 6 seater outdoor table and fountain area which opens out from the Dining room french doors. Our furnishings are light in colour and therefore appreciate all care given not to damage them. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE POOL IS HEATED MOST OF THE YEAR BUT IS SWITCHED OFF IN THE COLDER MONTHS FROM MAY TO SEPTEMBER AS IT IS NOT EFFICIENT TO RUN DURING THIS TIME. THE RENTAL PRICE REFLECTS THIS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT OVER THE NEW YEAR PERIOD WE ONLY ACCEPT BOOKINGS FOR A MINIMUM OF 5 DAYS

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The property is enclosed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Tauranga

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Papamoa Beach, a neighbourhood in Tauranga. 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 Baycourt Community & Arts Centre and Kiwi360. Travelling with kids? Consider Tenpin Tauranga, or check out an event or a game at Mercury Baypark.
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Papamoa, Bay of Plenty Region

What's nearby

  • Papamoa Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Emerald Shores Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Motiti Reserve - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Harding Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Taylor Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry & Ted - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Papamoa Beach Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Big Bake Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Papamoa Domain Takeaways & Fast Food - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stones Throw from the Surf have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Stones Throw from the Surf?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stones Throw from the Surf on 20 Feb 2026 start from AU$533, 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 Stones Throw from the Surf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stones Throw from the Surf?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stones Throw from the Surf?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stones Throw from the Surf?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stones Throw from the Surf located?

This family-friendly Tauranga holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Plenty, Papamoa Beach and Emerald Shores Reserve. Motiti Reserve and Harding Reserve are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona L.

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

Beautiful Pool

This property was all we were expecting. Very comfortable beds and a beautifully stylish décor. The pool was the major hit with the family, who spent many hours enjoying the tepid water. Rather pricey night rate, but worth it because of the enjoyment we all got form the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron T.

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

Immaculate house in sunny Papamoa

Loved the house and pool during our stay in January. Spacious house with everything you need, large master and 2 double bedrooms which comfortably slept 3 adult couples. The house was super tidy and well layed out. Property owner was super friendly and very responsive to any questions. Highly recommend for any groups or families needing a place in Papamoa
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dad

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

Perfect holiday

Very well presented. We were 6 adults and 2 children and 6 month old baby and the property suited us perfectly. The living area is very large and comfortable. The house was fully equipped and the pool was so good and used a lot! We would highly recommend the property and Dale who is a remarkable host and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thirusha N.

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

Gorgeous home

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful home. It was spacious and clean and the pool was the highlight. Dale has been a great host and easy to communicate with. We appreciate all the details given and facilities which made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. You will not be disappointed staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

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

Amazing Home

Our stay here was amazing, we absolutely enjoyed relaxing here for the long weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolina G.

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

Love it!

We had an amazing time at Dale’s property. We were four adults and four children. Children loved the swimming pool and the house had everything we needed. Communication was really easy, Dale was always just a text message away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

An Amazing Stay

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful home and were able to quickly communicate with the owners on a regular basis. The warm pool was a great addition for anyone wanting to relax at the end of a long day.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

deidre d.

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

Fantastic Long Weekend

A wonderful home to stay! There was plenty of room for 8 of us and we had the best family trip away. Even with colder spring weather, it was fabulous having the heated pool and outdoor heater/blankets. A short walk to the local Four Square and bar and a hop, skip and jump to the beach. Immaculately clean and spacious. Felt like home as soon as we walked in! Dale was fab to communicate with. Will definitely be back:))))
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shania H.

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

Lovely home

😍 We’ve just returned home from staying in this beautiful home for the weekend and both my family and I were very happy with our stay. It was the perfect home for my family & I to have some time away. It looks exactly how you see it in these photos, so much more nicer in person though. We didn’t have any problems so we are thankful for that, definitely recommend it to anyone who is looking to stay here. Thank you once again Dale will definitely stay here again 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathie V.

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

Lovely House in Papamoa

Very comfortable house with a fantastic deck for enjoying the sun. Short walk to the beach. Has everything you need for a great holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chee W.

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

Wonderful place

The house is beautiful and clean and Dale is such a great host. Everything was immaculate and the house is located in a wonderful neighborhood (and so close the the beach!!!). We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely go back next time we are in the area. Highly recommended. Thanks Dale!

About the host

Hosted by Dale Matthews

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I'm a born and bred Kiwi who's returned home to NZ in 2019 after years abroad living in 8 different countries following my husbands career. Great adventures but very happy to be home in beautiful New Zealand for good.

Why they chose this property

Love at first sight

What makes this property unique

When searching for a home to buy in 2017, the first house I viewed was this one. I fell in love with it immediately and knew it was the one. Since moving home in 2019 we have loved living in Papamoa East with our fabulous neighbours and our beautiful beach only 4 minutes away. We have this year installed our new pool and it has added the finishing touch to our home which we intend to enjoy for many years to come - We hope You enjoy it as much as we do.

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