Title: Homey Simple Abode - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Homey Simple Abode Vacation home in New Plymouth ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116260000/116257600/116257503/73d42786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116260000/116257600/116257503/66f594ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116260000/116257600/116257503/cb6c7c3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116260000/116257600/116257503/ce00e4ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116260000/116257600/116257503/w4000h2685x0y0-c57fb722.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Homey Simple Abode provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom120 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Free WiFi - Mountain 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. ### Homey Simple Abode Enjoy the perfect location—just a 10-minute stroll to stunning Back Beach and the local supermarket, with bus stops only steps from your door. Plus, you're only 5 km drive from the heart of New Plymouth, making it a breeze to access shops, dining, and entertainment! It’s just a 22-minute drive to the start point of the Pouākai Crossing, or an hour to Manganui Bridge, Dawsons Falls, Wilkies pools— perfect for those planning a scenic adventure. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 10 steps to reach entrance - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the sea ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 120 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69320000/69312100/69312092/027b62be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### City Cabin Brooklands - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 55 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=69312092&PinnedHotelID=69312092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/904600/904533/330781d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Distinction New Plymouth Hotel New Plymouth CBD - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Gym 8.6 Excellent 934 reviews CA $83 CA $95 total includes taxes & fees Dec 7 - Dec 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=904533&PinnedHotelID=904533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110370000/110367300/110367271/0c9597d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Windsor Suite New Plymouth CBD - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=110367271&PinnedHotelID=110367271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519214/f6e1925b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel Strandon - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 1,019 reviews CA $74 CA $86 total includes taxes & fees Dec 8 - Dec 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=519214&PinnedHotelID=519214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Black sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628300/9628222/f729e33a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park Fitzroy - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 93 reviews CA $93 CA $111 total includes taxes & fees Dec 12 - Dec 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=9628222&PinnedHotelID=9628222&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997600/37997578/aaab898a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy family cottage home in a great location Fitzroy - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 38 reviews CA $26 CA $148 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=37997578&PinnedHotelID=37997578&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38100000/38095400/38095374/0962cc76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rural cottage-large garden and farm outlook. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 2014889814hanz ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-39.06682,174.03136&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:njlmF_oee%60%40%3FS%3FS%40S%3FQ%40U%40U%3FQBU%40Q%40S%40SBSBQBUBQBUBQBQDUBQDQDQDSDODSFQDQFQDQFSFMHQFSFMHQFOHOFQHMHOJOHMHOHOJKHMJKJOJKJOJKJKJKJKLKJKLILKJILKLGLILGLILGLILENILELGLENGLENELANENELCNANENCLCNAN%3FLANCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FNBN%40N%3FL%40NBNBNDL%40NBLDN%40NDLDNDLFNDLFLDLHLDNHLFLHLFLHJFLJLHLJJHLJJJJJJJLJJJJNHJJJJNJLHJJNHNHLHNHNHLHPFNHNFPHLFRFPFLFRFPDPFPDPFRDNDRBPDPDPBTDPBPBTBPBTBP%40R%40RBR%40P%40T%40P%40T%3FT%40P%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FP%3FTAP%3FTARARARAPCTAPATCPCTCPCTCPEPCTEPEPCPEPERGNERGPEPGPGPGNGPGPINGPINGLIPININILININKLIJKNKNKJIHKNKJMJKLKJKJMJKHMJMFMJKHMFMHMHMFOHMDMFMDMHODMDODMDODOBMDO%40MBODOBO%40MBO%3FO%40OBO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCMAO%3FOCMAOCOEOCMAOEOEMCOEMEOEMEMIMEOGMEMIMGMIMIMGMIMKKGMKMIKKMKKKKMKKKKKOKIKOKKIOKKIMIOIOKMIOIOGQIMGOIQGOGQIQGOGQEQGQEQGSEOESEQEQEQCQEUCQCQCUCQCUCQCUAQAUAQCS%3FSASAU%3FQAU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FvYG3eOnWTeuJNRPdjzT2xAY0JY=) New Plymouth, Taranaki #### What's nearby - Back Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Tapuae Marine Reserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Paritutu Rock - 2 min drive - 1.1 km - Pukekura Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km - Bowl of Brooklands - 8 min drive - 6.1 km #### Getting around - New Plymouth (NPL) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪locals cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪Pizza Magic - ‬13 min walk - ‪The Salty Dog - ‬3 min drive - ‪Gusto Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Treehouse Bar & Bistro - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Homey Simple Abode pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Homey Simple Abode? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Homey Simple Abode? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Homey Simple Abode located? > Located in Spotswood, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Back Beach and Tapuae Marine Reserve. Paritutu Rock and Barrett Domain Walkway are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Homey Simple Abode Reviews 10 ### 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan R. Oct 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Delightful family who open their home to guests, private warm room with confortable bed, bonus continental breakfast with real coffee and conversation. ##### Jan R. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan M. Jul 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Taranaki slice of heaven! My stay at Lydford Place was absolutely fantastic. The space was spotlessly clean and warm, making it instantly comfortable. The hosts were exceptionally friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable about the area, offering great local tips. They were also very accommodating when I had to make changes due to the weather. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful and well-cared-for place to stay. ##### Nathan M. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025