Title: The Sand Castle - Mt Maunganui Beach - 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 # The Sand Castle - Mt Maunganui Beach Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111380000/111373200/111373112/175db9c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111380000/111373200/111373112/c8d6b2cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111380000/111373200/111373112/7f57a2fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111380000/111373200/111373112/67de2624.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111380000/111373200/111373112/f5942b7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Sand Castle - Mt Maunganui Beach provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### The Sand Castle - Mt Maunganui Beach Summary: This spacious 1970's inspired beachfront house has recently been stylishly renovated and refurbished . It offers stunning views of the ocean and direct access to the beach and is located just 200 meters from the Omanu Surf Club and lifeguard station. The property boasts a extensive front lawn with unobstructed views and beachfront access. The Space: The house is designed with the option of completely separate living spaces set over two levels and can be booked out as one whole property or just booked for upstairs only - if only 6 guests. The upstairs offers 3 bedrooms - 2 super king beds and 2 king single beds and a bathroom and additional toilet .There is an large kitchen and open plan living and dining area which opens onto a balcony- perfect for dining and enjoying the stunning oceanview's. Downstairs offers another 2 bedrooms - 1 super king bed and 4 bunk beds. There is also another bathroom, living room and kitchenette downstairs. This area opens onto the driveway and front lawn. IMPORTANT : If your reservation is for just 6 guests then upstairs only will be made available and downstairs will be locked off. Bookings for 7 -12 guests then the downstairs area will be made available. If your booking is for 6 guests and you require the downstairs area you need to advise us prior so we can arrange this. Additional charges will apply. There is plenty of space for parking at the property and ideal if you have jet skis or boats to bring on holiday as well. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Mountain climbing nearby ### 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 ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46560000/46552800/46552765/c5f8a905.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family cottage in Mt Maunganui Mount Maunganui - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=46552765&PinnedHotelID=46552765&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91940000/91932700/91932651/w904h683x61y0-24258f19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great for large families & so much to do! 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Leave the premises in a clean and tidy state. Whilst we... ### 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 This property accepts cash 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 674e5c4b537e750011ed2ad7 ## About the area ![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-37.65764%2C176.21288&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Jf3ZRzW2Ju0Ru5uZatU-ZdpR8rI=) Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty #### What's nearby - Blake Park - 6 min drive - 1.8 km - Mercury Baypark - 9 min drive - 4.7 km - Maunganui Beach - 10 min drive - 4.3 km - Tauranga Domain - 11 min drive - 6.4 km - Mount Maunganui - 15 min drive - 5.3 km #### Getting around - Tauranga (TRG) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bake Shack - ‬2 min drive - ‪Fusion Coffee - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Rising Tide - ‬2 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Kawakawa - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Sand Castle - Mt Maunganui Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is The Sand Castle - Mt Maunganui Beach located? > Nestled on the beach, this Mount Maunganui vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Omanu Beach and Bay of Plenty. Omanu Beach and Mount Maunganui Golf Club are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Sand Castle - Mt Maunganui Beach 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Murray D. Mar 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location Clean and tidy and direct access to the beach. Lovely stay thanks. ##### Murray D. 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