10/10 Excellent
Cathrine A.
Jan 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Steve’s house is a total delight, extremely clean and spacious and generously stocked.
Cathrine A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
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Home away from Home - at the Beach
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 72260 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
Explore the area
Papamoa Beach, Tauranga
- Taylor ReservePlace, Taylor Reserve3 min walk
- Papamoa BeachPlace, Papamoa Beach6 min walk
- Gordon Spratt ReservePlace, Gordon Spratt Reserve2 min drive
- Tauranga (TRG)Airport, Tauranga (TRG)13 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Tauranga
Located in Papamoa Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Papamoa Beach and Bay of Plenty. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
What's nearby
- Taylor Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
- Papamoa Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Motiti Reserve - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
- Gordon Spratt Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
- Emerald Shores Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
Getting around
- Tauranga (TRG) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
- Henry & Ted - 20 min walk
- The Goodhome Gastropub - 11 min drive
- KFC - 7 min drive
- Pearl Kichen - 10 min drive
- Papamoa Beach Tavern - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Home away from Home - at the Beach
Welcome to Santa Cruz in Papamoa's Palm Springs! Entertain your family and friends in style, in this large spacious house, with great kitchen/dining/outdoor living.
The beach is 300m away, and a 4 min. walk to cafe, bar, restaurants, dairy, liquor outlet, takeaways..
Watch TV/Netflix on 75" Smart TV or listen to music on a sound system.
Super King Master bedroom, Queen bedroom, twin single bedroom. Ensuite, walk-in wardrobe, and master bathroom. Large built-in Office with desk, chair, shelving.
Large Double garage/Laundry has plenty of room for your cars, jet ski, or boat.
The beach is 300m away, and a 4 min. walk to cafe, bar, restaurants, dairy, liquor outlet, takeaways..
Watch TV/Netflix on 75" Smart TV or listen to music on a sound system.
Super King Master bedroom, Queen bedroom, twin single bedroom. Ensuite, walk-in wardrobe, and master bathroom. Large built-in Office with desk, chair, shelving.
Large Double garage/Laundry has plenty of room for your cars, jet ski, or boat.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with Netflix. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Netflix
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
- Streaming services
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Computer monitor
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Designated smoking areas
- Note from host: Only outside
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
- Kayak
- Tennis
- Water sports equipment
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 2,260 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
- Note from host: High chair, books, toys. fenced
Events
No events allowed
Please ask host regarding any party.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please ask host regarding any party.
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
- Check-in: 3:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
- Note from host: Please ask host regarding any party.
- Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Papamoa Beach within a 10-minute walk of Papamoa Beach and Bay of Plenty. You'll also find Taylor Reserve and Motiti Reserve less than a mile away.
Is parking available on site at Home away from Home - at the Beach?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Home away from Home - at the Beach good for couples?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like Netflix and a kitchen as well as tennis.
Are there hot tubs at Home away from Home - at the Beach?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Home away from Home - at the Beach?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Tauranga (TRG), which is 9.7 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is around 27.3 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Home away from Home - at the Beach?
Yes, every house at Home away from Home - at the Beach comes with a patio.
Home away from Home - at the Beach Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kay D.
Jan 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great position
Large family home close to beach and shops.
Everything you could need.
Thanks Steve
Kay D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Clare M.
Dec 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house
A beautiful spacious home to stay at.
Clare M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rikeshni K.
Jul 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Will be back
Steve made the process super easy and our stay was perfect. Beautiful property and handy location. Highly recommended.
Rikeshni K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tamz W., New Zealand
Feb 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Expectations
We really loved this place and would definitely book to stay here again, I have recommended this to my friends and family if they ever get the chance to stay!
Tamz W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022