10/10 Excellent
Coda K.
18 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Coda K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Apartment
Couples Retreat with spectacular views and spa.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Katikati, Bay of Plenty
- Mills Reef Winery15 min drive
- Katikati Murals16 min drive
- Mount Maunganui60 min drive
- Tauranga (TRG)52 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Couples Retreat with spectacular views and spa.
Brand new in 2021, a boho style, luxuriously furnished private retreat set in almost 3 acres of garden and surrounded by native bush. The only sounds you will hear are the insects and the abundant birdlife. You will be surrounded by nature and stunning vistas from your balcony from Bowentown to White Island. Perfect for a romantic getaway or a relax and reset from busy life. You have the entire property to yourself. We are also a very short walk from a large recreational park with bush walks, bike tracks and crystal clear swimming holes. A great base to explore the Bay of Plenty too, with stunning beaches within a 30 minute drive and the local golf course at the end of the road.
Property manager
Craig Jamieson
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Aongatete
Located in Aongatete, this apartment is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waitekohekohe Recreational Park and Haiku Park, while Katikati Murals and Te Aroha Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Katikati, Bay of Plenty
What's nearby
- Mills Reef Winery - 15 min drive - 9.6 km
- Katikati Murals - 16 min drive - 10.8 km
- Omokoroa Beach - 31 min drive - 27.4 km
- Tauranga Domain - 45 min drive - 45.1 km
- Mount Maunganui - 60 min drive - 54.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Busy Baker - 13 min drive
- Subway - 12 min drive
- Ambria Restaurant & Bar - 12 min drive
- Robert Harris - 12 min drive
- Roadhouse Takeaway - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
john n.
15 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of heaven
john n.
Stayed 43 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Glenn R.
4 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Glenn R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Caroline R.
15 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway
Caroline R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
jennifer h., Smithers, British Columbia
9 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely space
jennifer h.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Arlen M., San Francisco, USA
29 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect retreat
Arlen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Les C.
31 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just stunning!
Les C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gary A.
26 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PARADISE
Gary A.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Geoff C.
27 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On top of the World
Geoff C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kevin D.
19 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couple getaway
Kevin D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Marcelle W.
14 June 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
A Pleasant Stay
Marcelle W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynda V.
6 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Lynda V.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Marie H., Rotorua
2 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Oasis
Marie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tyler J.
14 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tyler J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Janet G.
8 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place!
Janet G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nathaniel B.
6 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, lovely time
Nathaniel B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pito.Mé A.
12 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SUCH A DINKY AND WELL PRESENTED RETREAT
Pito.Mé A.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julia R.
1 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely weekend getaway
Julia R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Wade P.
7 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway, amazing views, the perfect relaxing weekend away before we get busy at work.
Wade P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Heather J.
10 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and beautiful gardens!!
Heather J.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ruben N.
8 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely relaxing stay
Ruben N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
About the host
Hosted by Craig Jamieson
We have done the 'escape to the country' and purchased this 2 and a half acre property just a few years ago, with extensive gardens and views to die for. We have come from managing a Mount Maunganui Motel and loved the thought of sharing our new property with others so built an apartment style retreat to host guests.
Why they chose this property
This is the perfect property to take time out, rewind and reset. There's books to read and a picnic basket ready and waiting. We provide a garden map and there is so much to explore, we have 4 layers of gardens extensively planted. Come relax in the spa and soak in the views. Past guests tell us the photo's just don't do our Retreat justice, when there's a view there's always something to do!
What makes this property unique
This property is unique, surrounded by native bush but perfectly positioned to explore the Bay of Plenty (if you ever want to leave!). With New Zealand's best beach, Mount Maunganui just 40 minutes drive in one direction and the Karangahake Gorge just 40 minutes in the other direction. We have bush walks, river walks, art walks (less that 10 minutes drive in the mural town of Katikati). The newly opened Waitekohekohe Recreational Park is just a couple of hundred metres from our gate. So much to see and do if you have a few days to explore.
Languages:
English
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