[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Blue Water Cottage by the Beach Cottage in New Plymouth with kitchen and patio ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48610000/48600400/48600308/286325e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48610000/48600400/48600308/454785a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48610000/48600400/48600308/bf262c9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48610000/48600400/48600308/a394c38e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, Netflix, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48610000/48600400/48600308/e7896fce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Blue Water Cottage is nestled in a prime location, just steps from Fitzroy & East End Swimming Beaches and the Scenic Coastal Walkway. This charming retreat boasts an open plan living space with soft tones, sparkling blue water views, and a fully equipped kitchen complete with an Nespresso Coffee Machine. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Water view ## 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. ### Blue Water Cottage by the Beach Summary: Welcome to Blue Water Cottage, a charming holiday home. \- Open plan living space with serene beachy luxury \- Two restful bedrooms with queen beds \- Elevated deck with stunning west coast water views \- Fully equipped kitchen and Nespresso machine \- Smart TV with Netflix and unlimited ultra-fast fibre \- Off-street parking and laundry facilities The Space: Blue Water Cottage is a charming holiday home located in a prime tourist hot spot, just a two-minute stroll from both Fitzroy and East End Swimming Beaches. The Scenic Coastal Walkway is right at your doorstep, offering easy access to stunning views and local attractions. Spend your days swimming, surfing, or windsurfing at the beautiful beaches, and enjoy leisurely strolls along the Coastal Walkway that connects you to arts, culture, and shopping. Upon entering, guests are greeted by a sophisticated and serene space that embodies relaxed luxury. The open-plan living area features soft tones and sparkling blue water views, creating a perfect atmosphere for relaxation. Open the doors from the living area to an elevated deck, where you can unwind with a glass of merlot while breathing in the refreshing salt spray and enjoying the breathtaking west coast vista. Comfortable Accommodation: \- Two restful bedrooms, each with comfortable queen beds and quality bed linen \- Additional single bed located in a quaint sunroom \- Modern stylish bathroom Interior Feeling: \- Open-plan living space with beachy luxurious comfort \- Fully equipped kitchen, including an Nespresso Coffee Machine \- Smart TV with Netflix for entertainment Outdoor Bliss: \- Fabulous elevated deck for relaxation and stunning views \- Close proximity to Fitzroy and East End Swimming Beaches Delightful Dining: \- Well-equipped kitchen with essentials for holiday cooking \- All Bach Break properties come well equipped with cooking oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, milk, cleaning products, dishwasher tablets, dishwashing liquid, toilet paper, liquid hand soap, and body wash Professional Cleaning: \- Linen & cleaning charge of $260 applies, charged separately \- Guests are required to leave the property tidy, with all dishes washed and the dishwasher turned on prior to departure Extra Services: \- Noon Check-in $40, Noon Checkout $40 (subject to availability) \- Bookings exceeding 10 days incur an extra mid-term cleaning and linen fee every seven days The owners have created something truly special to ensure guests have a quality stay. I would highly recommend booking this special cottage for your next holiday. I fell in love and so will you. Other Things to Note: Strictly no parties or gatherings. Booking person must be 25 years and over Interaction with Guests: Bach Break manage this property and are only a phone call or email away. Office hours are from 8am to 8:30pm. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - Netflix - Streaming services - TV ### Outdoor areas - 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 - Near the sea ### 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 - Unit size: 1,076 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93070000/93069800/93069710/563db51b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Wanaka Beachhouse with Views Bell Block - 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Strictly no parties or gatherings. We reserve the right not to accept boo... ### 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property BLUE WATER COTTAGE BY THE SEA Charming cottage located between Fitzroy East End Beach 6839665ecac87d00108db99a ## About the area Located by the sea, this cottage is in Strandon, a neighborhood in New Plymouth. The area's natural beauty can be seen at East End Reserve and Tapuae Marine Reserve, while Puke Ariki and TSB Showplace are cultural highlights. New Plymouth Observatory and Brooklands Zoo are also worth visiting. [Visit our New Plymouth travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Plymouth.dx2594) [View more Cottages in New Plymouth](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Plymouth-Cottages.d2594-aaCottages.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-39.04808%2C174.09690&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2DRZQ9QXIj3q8YTY_BXpea8B5Mk=) New Plymouth, Taranaki ### What's nearby - Fitzroy Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Pukekura Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km - Centre City Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km - Bowl of Brooklands - 5 min drive - 3.3 km - Taranaki Base Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.1 km ### Getting around - New Plymouth (NPL) - 9 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪India Today (Valley) - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Little Easy - Container Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Joe's Garage - ‬3 min drive - ‪Cobb - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Blue Water Cottage Near Beaches pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Blue Water Cottage Near Beaches? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Blue Water Cottage Near Beaches? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Blue Water Cottage Near Beaches located? > Located in Strandon, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of East End Reserve and Fitzroy Beach. Fitzroy Golf Club and Coastal Walkway are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Blue Water Cottage by the Beach Reviews 9.4 ### 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth V. Feb 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Absolutely loved our stay from the beautiful linen to the short walk to the beach. Highly recommend this beach accommodation. ##### Elizabeth V. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan Feb 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We enjoyed sitting on the patio and enjoying the sunset. The accommodation's were lovely. Plenty of space and in a nice neighborhood. ##### Susan Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna R. Jul 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Beach Retreat Great location! So handy to the beach, coastal walkway and walking distance to a couple of cool cafes and shops in Strandon and Fitzroy. Super clean and cosy for our family getaway. ##### Anna R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hamish M. Feb 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing weekend Great location walk to beach, close to bike path along coast, excellent cafe, house well presented, tidy and great outlook! ##### Hamish M. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather B. Jan 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home from home Well laid out and well equiped property ##### Heather B. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cath O. Oct 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Top location Perfect for our needs. Three friends on a girls weekend. Great location, close to coastal walkway, Fitzroy shopping area wonderful to wander around. ##### Cath O. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### dale d. Feb 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Modern well equipped Modern well equipped property right at the bay. Park down the street. ##### dale d. Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire G. Mar 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice dark bedrooms House was lovely, open and airy. Nice view but the best thing was how dark the 2 big bedrooms were! The floor to ceiling curtains blocked out any light which was perfect for having a 6 month old baby and it was his first trip away from home 😊 ##### Claire G. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Maureen D. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy ##### Maureen D. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### A guest from NA, NOTAVAIL Jul 26, 2023 #### Cute cottage review Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 3night stay for netball tournament ##### A guest from NA, NOTAVAIL This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### A guest from NA, NOTAVAIL Jan 28, 2023 #### Great location Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Enjoyable and comfortable stay. Excellent location to the costal walkway and beach. Well appointed easy place to stay. Responsive manager when we left item behind sorted and sent it to us. Definitely recommend a stay here. ##### A guest from NA, NOTAVAIL This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### John M. Jan 14, 2023 #### Blue water Cttage was great Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was close to our sons house and beach so great ##### John M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### John M. Jan 13, 2023 #### Blue water Cttage was great Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was close to our sons house and beach so great ##### John M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### A guest from Waiuku, NOTAVAIL Nov 30, 2022 #### Great place to stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Visited for the weekend and was a nice and cute place, very clean. Glad to find 2 toilet, close walk to the beach which was nice to explore and a short drive into town. Very happy overall and would recommend ##### A guest from Waiuku, NOTAVAIL This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Les M. Mar 29, 2022 #### Blue Water Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A very enjoyable stay in a well positioned house in Strandon New Plymouth. Close to the city and very close to the coastal walkway this was the perfect location. The bach was comfortable. ##### Les M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason Z. Jan 23, 2022 #### Great stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Close to the beach, great location. Clean and tidy presentation with everything you need. ##### Jason Z. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lene L. Jan 6, 2022 #### Beautiful place for a holiday Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfectly positioned for either a costastal beach walk/run or a short walk up to local cafes and shops. Very nice and relaxing decor. Lovely little kitchen. Outside space for the morning coffee or evening drinks...The home is everything you need for a comfortable holiday... ##### Lene L. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane B. Jan 1, 2022 #### Great stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderfully comfortable house in fabulous location ##### Jane B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn M. Jan 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! Loved being so close to the beach and the coastal walk. It’s a lovely neighborhood. ##### Dawn M. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021