The French Country House, Tauranga
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The French Country House, Tauranga
163 Esdaile Road, Pahoia, Whakamarama, Bay of Plenty 3180, New Zealand
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When you stay at The French Country House in Whakamarama, you'll be 17.8 mi (28.6 km) from Mount Maunganui. This luxury bed & breakfast is within the region of Hobbiton Movie Set.Show More
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5/5Cleanliness: 5.0
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Amenities
Massage RoomPrivate ParkingFreeMeeting Room24-Hour Front DeskWi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Surroundings
Airport: Tauranga Airport
(25.8 km)
Landmarks: Omokoroa Skate Park
(4.0 km)
Landmarks: Omokoroa Golf Club
(4.1 km)
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Deluxe SPA Room
3 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private Bath
Movie
Private Toilet
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Deluxe Sea View Room with Balcony
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Sea View
Electric Fan
Movie
Electric Blanket
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Deluxe Sea View With Bathtub
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private Toilet
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Bathrobe
Hair Dryer
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the Green Room
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private Bath
TV
Towel
Private Toilet
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the Farm View Room
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private Bath
TV
Towel
Garden View
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Blue Room
Non-smoking
Private Bath
TV
Towel
Private Toilet
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5/5
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness5
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- Location5
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Guests appreciated the comfortable beds, fine linen sheets, and spacious rooms with scenic views, including spa baths and princess-themed rooms. They also enjoyed a delightful breakfast and a welcoming cheese board.
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Adrienne N
January 15, 2024
Due to unforeseen circumstances we had to delay our visit twice but finally made it last weekend. How fabulous. Our host was Lukas and what an interesting chap he is. He makes the best canapes and irons the crispest sheets. Nothing is too much trouble. We had the farm view room with the balcony, but they are all lovely. We also met Wayne, the owner and heard his life story. The decor is beautiful as can be seen by the pictures, but nothing I can say would do it justice. We just loved it. Home away from home, but afraid our home is not so lovely.
murray
September 22, 2023
Loved the relaxed peaceful environment, Anne was welcoming and friendly I would say a excellent host.
The Lodge was stunning and well appointed we were a bit spoilt as we were the only ones booked for that evening and had the luxury of having the entire place to ourselves.
The grounds were beautifully looked after which made for some fantastic photos, will definitely be coming back during summer to relax again
Guest User
September 6, 2023
Absolutely beautiful home made even more fantastic by our wonderful host Anne. Anne shared her knowledge of the local area and gave us great recommendations for our stay around New Zealand. She prepared a wonderful welcome cheese board with wine and a delicious breakfast in the morning. We could not have asked for a better host and experience. We booked the farm view room and it was perfect for the two of us on our romantic getaway.
Guest User
March 29, 2023
French Country House is a magical place. Spacious and substantial, yet homey and friendly. The weather-worm wood in the beams and doors, and the steep stairs to the upper room (you'll make it) create a sense of stepping back in time. We were treated as casual royalty yet also left to our own space (she's got a great sense for that) to kick back from an otherwise busy trip. The view from the huge deck, looking across panoramic rolling farmland and woods to the harbor with it sharp peak, defies words. I begged to stay a second night, and we did. There's WiFi when you need it, but plenty of reason to ignore all screens during your stay.
Guest User
February 10, 2023
An unforgettable stay here! An absolute stunning house with a superb view across Tauranga to the Mount! The only problem was the manager was ill and there were no staff. Wayne did look after us & ensure that we had what we required but they need to hire staff!
Tor Wo
January 11, 2023
Excellent stay. Gracious and welcoming host and doggie. We got to feed the horses, ponies, donkey and Billy. Rooms were wonderful, ours had the spa bath and princess room. Good breakfast. Very picturesque.
Marzieh
October 18, 2022
This is an amazing place to stay. I have booked the place for my fiance's birthday. Kay is an amazing host. She prepared a cake and candles upon our arrival and booked a nice place for dinner and arranged for our taxi. She prepared small snacks for our afternoon, and our breakfast was great too. She is friendly and kind and caring. It was great having Billy around too. We will plan another stay soon :) Thank you Kay.
Guest User
November 24, 2022
Just back to Australia after a couple of weeks in NZ, including 2 nights at the memorable French Country House in Tauranga. Under the care of host Kay Pierson and her canine assistant Billy, we enjoyed the extraordinary attention to detail of this unique and beautiful house and its facilities. Kay is delightful company, generous with her time and draws on her deep experience of hospitality to give her guests a very personal experience. She is very knowledgeable of the area with good suggestions for activities including local restaurants.
Guest User
October 28, 2022
We had the pleasure of staying at the French Country House near Tauranga for two nights in October. What a great experience, made even better by our amazing host Kay. The property and the attention to detail that has gone into its construction is amazing.You were made to feel as if you were staying in a private luxury chateau in France. From the moment we arrived Kay made every effort to ensuring that we had a memorable stay, from the welcome drinks and canapes,organising dinner at a local restaurant (which was very good),presenting a great breakfast and suggested site seeing options. The stay at this property was the highlight of our New Zealand holiday and I highly recommend this property. Thank you again Kay for making our stay so enjoyable.
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–20:00
Check-out: 08:00–11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
To check-in, contact the property 1 day in advance
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
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Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 3
When you stay at The French Country House in Whakamarama, you'll be 17.8 mi (28.6 km) from Mount Maunganui. This luxury bed & breakfast is within the region of Hobbiton Movie Set.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.
Featured amenities include a business center, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 3 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring DVD players and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.
Featured amenities include a business center, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 3 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring DVD players and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Massage Room
Private ParkingFree
Meeting RoomAdditional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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