10/10 Excellent
Jacky K.
5 Jan 2019
We would highly recommend a stay at Poripori Homestead. We had a very friendly welcome
Jacky K.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Condo
Poripori Homestead rural and close to the city
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Tauranga District, Tauranga
- Mclaren Falls Park4 min drive
- Tauranga Domain13 min drive
- Mount Maunganui31 min drive
- Tauranga (TRG)21 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Child Bed
Master bedroom with full ensuite and walk in wardrobe
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Garden
About this property
Poripori Homestead rural and close to the city
A 3 bedroom house on 1.3 hectare property with garden, swimming pool (unheated), tree house, and animals to pet: chickens, dog, cat, and sheep. While attached to the owners residence, it is completely self contained and private.
Poripori Homestead is located at the base of the Kaimais within 15-20 minutes from Tauranga CBD and 20-30 minutes from Mt Maunganui and Papamoa beaches. The nearest supermarket (Countdown) is 12-15 minutes away in Greerton.
In the other direction McLaren's Falls and Park is a 5 minute drive. There are several bush walks in the Kaimai ranges and Hobbiton, the set for Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit and the TECT all terrain adventure park are both less than a 40 minute drive.
Other local activities include cycling, rafting, kayaking, fishing - fresh or salt water, hunting, shopping, dining.
The use of a large shed for storage of a boat is available - please ask for availability (7mLx2.5mWx2.8mH).
Access
Rotorua and Hamilton International Airports are 1 and 1.5 hours away. Auckland is 2.5 hours away by various routes - some more scenic than others.
Activities
Summer
Beaches - surfing, walking, swimming, snorkling and diving. Visit one of the many Mount cafe’s.
Rock climbing, blokarts and hot pools, paint ball - the list goes on.
Canoeing and glow worm tours.
Wairoa river Grade 5 rafting/kayaking (2 mins from house) over the summer.
Winter
Beaches - surfing, walking and collect shells around the Mount. Visit one of the many Mount cafe’s.
Bush walks in the Kaimais and McLarens Falls Park.
Rock climbing, blokarts and hot pools.
Shopping: Mount, Bayfair, Fashion Island and Tauranga City.
Plenty of places to eat out.
Special conditions:
Smoking outside only
No glass in fenced pool area
Children to be supervised in, and around, pool area at all times
2 additional guests by negotiation using mattresses on floor
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging
Please ask if you would like to charge your EV. In most cases this is fine and there is a charge of 30 cents per KwH. In most cases the charge will be for a full top up of your EV.
Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Poripori Homestead is located at the base of the Kaimais within 15-20 minutes from Tauranga CBD and 20-30 minutes from Mt Maunganui and Papamoa beaches. The nearest supermarket (Countdown) is 12-15 minutes away in Greerton.
In the other direction McLaren's Falls and Park is a 5 minute drive. There are several bush walks in the Kaimai ranges and Hobbiton, the set for Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit and the TECT all terrain adventure park are both less than a 40 minute drive.
Other local activities include cycling, rafting, kayaking, fishing - fresh or salt water, hunting, shopping, dining.
The use of a large shed for storage of a boat is available - please ask for availability (7mLx2.5mWx2.8mH).
Access
Rotorua and Hamilton International Airports are 1 and 1.5 hours away. Auckland is 2.5 hours away by various routes - some more scenic than others.
Activities
Summer
Beaches - surfing, walking, swimming, snorkling and diving. Visit one of the many Mount cafe’s.
Rock climbing, blokarts and hot pools, paint ball - the list goes on.
Canoeing and glow worm tours.
Wairoa river Grade 5 rafting/kayaking (2 mins from house) over the summer.
Winter
Beaches - surfing, walking and collect shells around the Mount. Visit one of the many Mount cafe’s.
Bush walks in the Kaimais and McLarens Falls Park.
Rock climbing, blokarts and hot pools.
Shopping: Mount, Bayfair, Fashion Island and Tauranga City.
Plenty of places to eat out.
Special conditions:
Smoking outside only
No glass in fenced pool area
Children to be supervised in, and around, pool area at all times
2 additional guests by negotiation using mattresses on floor
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging
Please ask if you would like to charge your EV. In most cases this is fine and there is a charge of 30 cents per KwH. In most cases the charge will be for a full top up of your EV.
Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Property manager
Julian
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Amenities
Pool
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Lower Kaimai
Lower Kaimai is home to this condo. Adrenalin Forest and Tauranga Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Marshalls Animal Park and Waimarino Adventure Park. Tenpin Tauranga and Game On Activities are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Tauranga District, Tauranga
What's nearby
- Mclaren Falls Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
- Tauranga Golf Club - 8 min drive - 10.5 km
- Fernland Spa - 10 min drive - 11.7 km
- Tauranga Domain - 13 min drive - 17.6 km
- Mount Maunganui - 31 min drive - 25.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Good Local - 8 min drive
- Zest Bakery & Cafe - 9 min drive
- Baker Bob's - 9 min drive
- Nourish - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
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
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michelle J.
4 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Michelle J.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Bela R.
14 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb host and place to stay
Bela R.
10/10 Excellent
Phoebe S.
28 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family adventure
Phoebe S.
10/10 Excellent
Eugene M., Porirua, New Zealand
31 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very classy.
Eugene M.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
8/10 Good
Neil and Nancy W.
20 Feb 2019
Relaxing
Neil and Nancy W.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
13 June 2017
Great stay - everything as described and very comfortable
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
18 Apr 2017
The accomodation was comfy, spacious and spotless in a beautiful garden/ farm like environment on th
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
2 Apr 2017
Rustic farm location yet accessible to nearby coastal city and other tourist attractions.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
13 Mar 2017
Comfortable home, well located for trips down to Mt Maunganui, Hobbiton , Rotorua etc.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
1 Mar 2017
Beautiful location, easy to find (even in the middle of the night).
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
3 Feb 2017
We had a amazing stay the property was beautiful.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
1 Dec 2016
Our family recently rented the 3 bedroom , 2 bath unit for 33 days.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
29 Sept 2016
Perfect Hosts excellent service ,very homely surrounds ,property is very well presented
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
8 June 2016
Welcoming and fully stocked rental!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
13 Apr 2016
Great place to stay, friendly owners and cat.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
12 Jan 2016
Lovely place very well located to explore the countryside, the coast and Rororua not too far away.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
7 Jan 2016
Great property and location.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
13 Nov 2015
Great location for us, beautiful Property
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
28 Oct 2015
The house is extremely well set up- a fully resourced kitchen, really nice linen and most importantl
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
23 Oct 2015
Exceeded our expectations, very clean and tidy, plenty of room, swimming pool, supplied everything w
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
16 Aug 2015
A great place to stay and we would recommend this to others.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
20 July 2015
Loved the location in the foothills of the Kaimai Ranges and despite the chilly days outside the pro
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
10 July 2015
The house itself and the service are great.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
9 July 2015
Location was perfect.
About the host
Hosted by Julian
What makes this property unique
5 minute walk to Wairoa river, swimming holes, and a grade 5 kayak/rafting experience (in summer).
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