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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Washer

Pool

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Tauranga Domain7 min drive
Tauranga (TRG)10 min drive
Mount Hot Pools14 min drive
Mount Maunganui14 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Quiet, peaceful, relaxing. nor far from amenities. Great hosts. We had a brilliant week

Alastair

Mar 9, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchenette

About this property

By The Harbour

Karen and David welcome you to stay By The Harbour at our freshly refurbished, clean and bright studio located on the first level of our family home. The suite is completely separate from the main house. Enjoy privacy and security with your own private access, courtyard with BBQ, outdoor tables and chairs, plunge pool(unheated) and off road parking. The suite has two bedrooms, a separate toilet, bathroom with shower, vanity and washing machine and the lounge/dining area, with kitchenette, opens up right onto the courtyard. Away from the hustle and bustle this quiet haven is the perfect compliment to a busy day of sightseeing or after a big day at the Mount beach (15 – 20 min drive). Just come home and relax! Our desirable location is a 2min walk to the harbour where you can enjoy the walkways, park and views across to Mount Maunganui and Matakana Island. Take a stroll to our local shops: Fish and Chips, Japanese and Hawaiin Food (Dine in or Takeaway), Matua Pub, dairy and Hairdresser. The Cherrywood Shops are a short drive away and include a bakery, café, Butchery, Gift shop, Four Square store, Istanbul - Turkish Eatery, Neighbourhood Restaurant and our popular shoe shop. Only a 10 minute drive to Tauranga CBD.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tauranga

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Matua, a neighbourhood in Tauranga. Mount Maunganui Golf Club and Tauranga Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Fergusson Park and Tenpin Tauranga. Waimarino Adventure Park and Mount Hot Pools are also worth visiting.

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Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

Tauranga Domain - 7 min drive
Fernland Spa - 9 min drive
Blake Park - 10 min drive
Mount Hot Pools - 14 min drive
Mount Maunganui - 14 min drive

Getting around

Tauranga (TRG) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Neighbourhood Kitchen - Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪Great Spice Tauranga - ‬5 min drive
‪Gold Star Patricks Pies - ‬11 min drive
‪Elizabeth Cafe & Larder - ‬8 min drive
‪Columbus Coffee Bethlehem - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does By The Harbour have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is By The Harbour pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at By The Harbour?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at By The Harbour?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is By The Harbour located?

Located in Matua, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Fergusson Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of The Elms Mission House and Mission Cemetery. Robbins Park and Tauranga Domain are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

9 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Quiet, peaceful, relaxing. nor far from amenities. Great hosts. We had a brilliant week

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

22 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Very private. Handy to beach for the children. Child friendly. Great hosts especially the very friendly cat! Thank you for a relaxing stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Noeline

22 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Warmly welcomed. A lovely unit, roomy, neat and quiet. Very nice place to stay. Fully recommend this accommodation

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leah

26 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

A very conveniently located property. We were only there to sleep and shower but the beds were comfortable and the shower had good pressure.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Quiet, had a nice “feel” (I’m used to motels and hotels, and this felt more like staying with friends), well priced, well-equipped, friendly owners. If I had to find fault / wanted to change anything, the lounge was a bit small (the place sleeps 4, but only a two-seater couch), but if the purpose of your visit to Tauranga isn’t to sit there and watch TV, you’ll probably be fine! WiFi was also patchy, but then it seems to be in almost every hotel/motel I’ve stayed in. But neither of these things are deal-breakers. Would happily return.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trevor W.

26 Feb 2024

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

Great stay

A nice location close to estuary, big park, shops etc. My grandchildren loved the park. Comfortable and clean with everything you need to chill out and enjoy the views.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Brent M.

26 Nov 2023

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

By the harbour

Lovely private court yard, very relaxing.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicky M.

6 Nov 2023

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

Third time staying

Always a breeze to deal with, lovely people & perfect accomadation for myself and elderly mother to stay while visiting family up the road.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

16 Sept 2023

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

Neighbourhood

Nice place great neighbourhood and the Matua bar and locals are pretty cool too

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rafal W.

9 Sept 2023

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

Great location and friendly owners.

Great location, friendly owners and very clean. Owners allowed us to use their shed to store bicycles over nights. Recommend.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Venkat G.

5 Aug 2023

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

Nice and cozy

Nice place , close to parks and warm place .. enjoyed the stay and thanks Karen..

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

19 Apr 2023

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

Great base!

Wonderful little unit that we used as a base whilst visiting the area. Perfect spot to rest one’s head at the end of a busy day. Great hosts!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael T.

12 Mar 2023

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

Walk to beach

Clean and comfy, just a walk to the beach. Friendly hosts!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nigel S.

26 Feb 2023

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

Fantastic Location

Great place to stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff E.

20 Feb 2023

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

Short Holiday in BOP

My mum and I stayed at this Bach. Both very happy with our experience. Owners (David and Karen) were super nice and very helpful. The property was spotless, very comfortable and in a lovely suburb. It all worked really well for us as we were watching a cricket test match at the Mount which was very easily accessible by car. Highly recommended!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominic C.

31 Jan 2023

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

Quiet place to sleep

Good beds, Bathroom, washing machine, good shower. Perfect place to sleep

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley O.

15 Jan 2023

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

Very nice place

Would definitely stay again and will recommend to friends

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

2 Nov 2022

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

Great spot, and freindly hosts

A super convenient location right by Fergusson Park, and the hosts are super friendly. The place is definitely a little cramped for a family, and doesn't have cooking facilities, but that's more than made up for by the location and friendly hosts

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Anne W.

5 Oct 2022

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

matua Tauranga 2 brm accommodation

comfy beds, very clean, small shared area, microwave only for cooking. lovely outside area to sit if fine.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

MAURIE P.

10 Sept 2022

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

Welcomed in by Dave wearing face mask on arrival, showed us through, a pleasure to deal with.

Very clean, tidy and fresh feel within. Warm, cosy, comfortable and quite, we would absolutely recommend this stay to any one. To Karen and Dave thank you for your hospitality, much appreciated. 5+++ stars.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob N.

6 Sept 2022

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

We Will Rock You Crew

Perfect for what we needed

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

8 Aug 2022

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

Great place

Great place to stay, very close to many amenities and the water. Owners were lovely to deal with.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

8 July 2022

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

Great Spot

Excellent.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Lesley B.

23 June 2022

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

Quiet retreat

Great place for 2 people. Not sure how four would fit into the very small dining/living room! Bedrooms great. Not a place for small children. A very quiet neighbourhood. A very good cafe withing 10-15 mins walking distance: a hairdresser, pub, physio, Japanese restaurant cafe within 5-10mins walk.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022