Title: Character home close to amenities - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6342450&destination=Hawera%2C+Taranaki%2C+New+Zealand&selected=83141492&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Character home close to amenities ## Photo gallery for Character home close to amenities ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Character home close to amenities (Hawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83150000/83141500/83141492/77be9e77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Character home close to amenities (Hawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83150000/83141500/83141492/bf5dcf84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Character home close to amenities (Hawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83150000/83141500/83141492/7ba6d62e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Character home close to amenities (Hawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83150000/83141500/83141492/e6f35ee7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Character home close to amenities (Hawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83150000/83141500/83141492/7247f4b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Step into this charming 1910 home, nestled in a beautifully maintained cottage garden. Stroll through the gardens to the spa pool, or take a short walk to King Edward Park with its playground and tennis courts. You'll also be close to Egmont Showgrounds and a nearby cafe. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Gym - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Character home close to amenities Comfortable, well appointed c1910 home set in a cottage garden with two queen bedrooms and two bathrooms. The gardens are lovely, very well maintained with a small spa pool adjacent to the house. Five minutes walk to the TSB Hub sports facility, gym, swimming pool, Egmont Showgrounds and a six minute walk to the nearest cafe and CBD. King Edward Park, recognized as garden of national significance is immediately opposite with a large children's playground, tennis courts and novel sound shells. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - In the mountains ### Things to do - Gym - Tennis ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Standard 1 Bedroom Unit](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629600/9629592/f0099068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Avon Motel Hawera - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Housekeeping 9.4 Exceptional 100 reviews CA $106 CA $122 total includes taxes & fees Apr 18 - Apr 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-18&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=9629592&PinnedHotelID=9629592&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626700/9626605/93ca2f67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hawera Central Motor Lodge Hawera - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Laundry 9.6 Exceptional 198 reviews CA $105 CA $122 total includes taxes & fees Apr 4 - Apr 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=9626605&PinnedHotelID=9626605&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6000/5990/388da963.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mount View Motel Hawera - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available 8.8 Excellent 49 reviews CA $116 CA $133 total includes taxes & fees Apr 5 - Apr 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=5990&PinnedHotelID=5990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12384800/12384712/72c454ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tairoa Lodge & Cottage Hawera - Free WiFi - Game room - Breakfast available - Laundry 10 Exceptional 28 reviews CA $171 CA $197 total includes taxes & fees May 2 - May 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-02&endDate=2026-05-03&selected=12384712&PinnedHotelID=12384712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21920000/21916500/21916468/68582926.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Popo Gardens Rural Retreat Te Popo - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services - Laundry 9.4 Exceptional 45 reviews CA $111 CA $129 total includes taxes & fees Apr 8 - Apr 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=21916468&PinnedHotelID=21916468&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111890000/111880600/111880512/5f0264c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Escape in Manutahi – Pet Friendly & Continental breakfast provided Manutahi - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $112 CA $163 total includes taxes & fees Apr 8 - Apr 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=111880512&PinnedHotelID=111880512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57590000/57583600/57583560/b3246ce9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### McArthur Park with views of Mt. 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Leave all sheets and duvets on the beds. Pop the dish washer on. Ensure that the house is generally left in a tidy state. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events 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 Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Located in Hawera, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. Hawera Water Tower and Taranaki Pioneer Village are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rotokare Scenic Reserve and King Edward Park. [Visit our Hawera travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hawera.dx6342450) [View more Vacation homes in Hawera](https://www.expedia.ca/Hawera-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6342450-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-39.58665%2C174.27132&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YE4KkgWsHt5TSwTX8sI5jBELEXk=) Hawera, Taranaki ### What's nearby - King Edward Park 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - KD's Elvis Presley Museum 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Hawera Water Tower 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - Opunake Beach 36 min drive \- 62.1 km - Waverley Beach 52 min drive \- 66.5 km ### Getting around - Stratford Station 23 min drive - New Plymouth (NPL) 55 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 2 min drive - Black & White 3 min drive - Pizza Hut 9 min walk - Subway 8 min walk - KFC 19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Character home close to amenities pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Character home close to amenities? ### What time is check-out at Character home close to amenities? ### Where is Character home close to amenities located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Character home close to amenities Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kiritina J. Aug 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy and so homely What a beautiful, cozy place that felt just like home. Everything you need to ensure you enjoy your stay is definitely in this property. Awesome property manager who is so friendly too ##### Kiritina J. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022