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Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ.
Holiday home in Whakamarama with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Whakamarama, Bay of Plenty
- Place, Fernland Spa23 min drive
- Place, Tauranga Domain27 min drive
- Place, Mount Maunganui41 min drive
- Airport, Tauranga (TRG)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ.
In the heart of Tauranga's peaceful countryside lies a treasure tucked away amidst lush greenery.This classic lockwood one bedroom home invites you to unwind and recharge in this peaceful location, cottage is located adjacent but completely separate to our family home on a 1.75ha property.
We invite you to walk to the nearby Puketoki reserve and enjoy nature close up along well marked walking tracks with its meandering streams , glowworms , small waterfalls and birdlife.
The space
A spacious living room that flows into an open-plan kitchen. Large windows fill the space with natural light.
The master bedroom has a queen bed, the lounge has a sofa bed and a dining table. There is a smart TV and. WiFi is provided, cellphone reception is patchy.
Fully self-contained, well equipped and comfortable. The kitchen includes an oven with a stovetop, a fridge/freezer and a microwave.
A bathroom with a bathtub, shower, toilet with a washing machine completes the space.
Guest access
The true charm of this AirBNB is outside, sit on the spacious covered porch and enjoy a cuppa while you watch the sheep grazing on the hillside.You have access to the whole property including the children’s play equipment and lawns .Our property is covered in mature trees which are home to a huge variety of birdlife. Take a walk through the fruit and vege garden and meet our friendly chickens and friendlier black labrador Holly.
Other things to note
For those wanting to explore beach activities, Omokoroa Beach is close and Mount Maunganui Beach is not far away .
Essentials like supermarkets, doctors, pharmacies and service stations are within a 5 to 10 min drive making this a great place to base yourself to explore the region.
For lunch ,Omokoroa is ten minutes away and has many options including The Address Indian kitchen, Musa Sushi and Japanese cuisine,
Omokoroa beach Pizza, Alma Eatery and the Skippers restaurant on the wharf.
Te Puna favourites, the Clarke Road Eatery, Nourish cafe, the White House restaurant and the Te Puna Deli are all within a 15 min drive.
We invite you to walk to the nearby Puketoki reserve and enjoy nature close up along well marked walking tracks with its meandering streams , glowworms , small waterfalls and birdlife.
The space
A spacious living room that flows into an open-plan kitchen. Large windows fill the space with natural light.
The master bedroom has a queen bed, the lounge has a sofa bed and a dining table. There is a smart TV and. WiFi is provided, cellphone reception is patchy.
Fully self-contained, well equipped and comfortable. The kitchen includes an oven with a stovetop, a fridge/freezer and a microwave.
A bathroom with a bathtub, shower, toilet with a washing machine completes the space.
Guest access
The true charm of this AirBNB is outside, sit on the spacious covered porch and enjoy a cuppa while you watch the sheep grazing on the hillside.You have access to the whole property including the children’s play equipment and lawns .Our property is covered in mature trees which are home to a huge variety of birdlife. Take a walk through the fruit and vege garden and meet our friendly chickens and friendlier black labrador Holly.
Other things to note
For those wanting to explore beach activities, Omokoroa Beach is close and Mount Maunganui Beach is not far away .
Essentials like supermarkets, doctors, pharmacies and service stations are within a 5 to 10 min drive making this a great place to base yourself to explore the region.
For lunch ,Omokoroa is ten minutes away and has many options including The Address Indian kitchen, Musa Sushi and Japanese cuisine,
Omokoroa beach Pizza, Alma Eatery and the Skippers restaurant on the wharf.
Te Puna favourites, the Clarke Road Eatery, Nourish cafe, the White House restaurant and the Te Puna Deli are all within a 15 min drive.
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Amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 11:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
About the area
Whakamarama
Located in Whakamarama, this holiday home is in a rural area. Brain Watkins House and Monmouth Redoubt are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waitekohekohe Recreational Park and Te Puna Quarry Park. Waimarino Adventure Park and Tenpin Tauranga are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.

Whakamarama, Bay of Plenty
What's nearby
- Fernland Spa - 23 min drive - 23.1 km
- Tauranga Domain - 27 min drive - 28.4 km
- Blake Park - 32 min drive - 34.1 km
- Mercury Baypark - 35 min drive - 37.3 km
- Mount Maunganui - 41 min drive - 37.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Ruthy’s - 24 min drive
- Nourish - 11 min drive
- The Mill House - 23 min drive
- Hollywood Bakery Espresso - 23 min drive
- Wild Bean Cafe - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Rupali

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