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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
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Shower, towels, soap, toilet paper
Property grounds
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • PoolPoolPool
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
  • Popular LocationTauranga Domain7 min drive
  • AirportTauranga (TRG)10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Hot Pools14 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Maunganui14 min drive

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About the area

Tauranga

This holiday home puts you in the centre of Tauranga, 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Fergusson Park and 5 km (3.1 mi) from The Elms Mission House. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchenette, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features a patio, a living room and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge and a microwave. .In the area of this Matua holiday home, you'll find Mount Maunganui.
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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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchenette

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • In a village

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

By The Harbour Tauranga
By The Harbour Private vacation home
By The Harbour Private vacation home Tauranga

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to By The Harbour?

The closest beach to By The Harbour is Pilot Bay Beach (5.8 km).

Does By The Harbour have a pool?

By The Harbour has a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at By The Harbour?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at By The Harbour?

No, By The Harbour does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at By The Harbour?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at By The Harbour?

No, pets are not allowed.

By The Harbour Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trevor W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
By the harbour
Lovely private court yard, very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicky M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walk to beach
Clean and comfy, just a walk to the beach. Friendly hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, peaceful, relaxing. nor far from amenities. Great hosts. We had a brilliant week
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nigel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Location
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023