Title: Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. Vacation home in Whakamarama with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. ![Outdoor dining - Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. (Whakamarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100787100/100787035/0e4d6435.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. (Whakamarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100787100/100787035/fb75f06b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. (Whakamarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100787100/100787035/5de12d01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. (Whakamarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100787100/100787035/9b2fa375.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. (Whakamarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100787100/100787035/63dac9db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the peaceful countryside of Tauranga, this classic lockwood home offers a serene retreat. Enjoy natural light in the spacious living room and open-plan kitchen, or unwind on the covered porch while watching sheep graze on the hillside. Take a stroll through mature trees with diverse birdlife and visit friendly chickens and Holly, our black labrador. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning - 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. ### Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. In the heart of Tauranga's peaceful countryside lies a treasure tucked away amidst lush greenery.This classic lockwood one bedroom home invites you to unwind and recharge in this peaceful location, cottage is located adjacent but completely separate to our family home on a 1.75ha property. We invite you to walk to the nearby Puketoki reserve and enjoy nature close up along well marked walking tracks with its meandering streams , glowworms , small waterfalls and birdlife. The space A spacious living room that flows into an open-plan kitchen. Large windows fill the space with natural light. The master bedroom has a queen bed, the lounge has a sofa bed and a dining table. There is a smart TV and. WiFi is provided, cellphone reception is patchy. Fully self-contained, well equipped and comfortable. The kitchen includes an oven with a stovetop, a fridge/freezer and a microwave. A bathroom with a bathtub, shower, toilet with a washing machine completes the space. Guest access The true charm of this AirBNB is outside, sit on the spacious covered porch and enjoy a cuppa while you watch the sheep grazing on the hillside.You have access to the whole property including the children’s play equipment and lawns .Our property is covered in mature trees which are home to a huge variety of birdlife. Take a walk through the fruit and vege garden and meet our friendly chickens and friendlier black labrador Holly. Other things to note For those wanting to explore beach activities, Omokoroa Beach is close and Mount Maunganui Beach is not far away . Essentials like supermarkets, doctors, pharmacies and service stations are within a 5 to 10 min drive making this a great place to base yourself to explore the region. For lunch ,Omokoroa is ten minutes away and has many options including The Address Indian kitchen, Musa Sushi and Japanese cuisine, Omokoroa beach Pizza, Alma Eatery and the Skippers restaurant on the wharf. Te Puna favourites, the Clarke Road Eatery, Nourish cafe, the White House restaurant and the Te Puna Deli are all within a 15 min drive. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local culture and ecosystem education - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32626500/32626420/b2f4bc0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Slice of heaven cabin Tauranga - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.4 Exceptional 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=32626420&PinnedHotelID=32626420&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7270000/7269900/7269865/4b9842a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harbour City Motor Inn Tauranga - Hot tub - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 212 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=7269865&PinnedHotelID=7269865&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118950000/118947400/118947326/34481de6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vibrant Tauranga 2 Bed 2 Bath Tauranga - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=118947326&PinnedHotelID=118947326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118950000/118947400/118947318/4898a1e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Bay of Plenty 2 Bed Tauranga - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning CA $121 CA $276 total includes taxes & fees Dec 7 - Dec 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=118947318&PinnedHotelID=118947318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111710000/111710000/111709932/55a0d421.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Hilltop Retreat Ohauiti - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=111709932&PinnedHotelID=111709932&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99502400/99502397/065d5edf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect On The Park! 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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 ## 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-37.72944%2C175.99237&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tSIAbzb-ol2eshEXBhwvbI3FGPs=) Whakamarama, Bay of Plenty #### What's nearby - Te Puna Quarry Park \- 13 min drive \- 13.6 km - Omokoroa Beach \- 14 min drive \- 15.1 km - Waimarino Adventure Park \- 15 min drive \- 19.2 km - Fernland Spa \- 21 min drive \- 23.5 km - Tauranga Domain \- 25 min drive \- 28.8 km #### Getting around - Tauranga (TRG) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ruthy's - ‬24 min drive - ‪Nourish - ‬11 min drive - ‪Hollywood Bakery Espresso - ‬23 min drive - ‪The Mill House - ‬23 min drive - ‪The Coffee Club - ‬23 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ.? ### What time is check-out at Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ.? ### Where is Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Kereru Cottage-Rural B&B near Tauranga,NZ. 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 ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chloe Dec 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Lovely property, very well equipt with very helpful hosts. ##### Chloe Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### wayne Feb 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We enjoyed our stay ,and will recommend it to our friends. Our host were very welcoming and friendly. ##### wayne Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cholladda Mar 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Very nice and quiet place included fresh eggs for breakfast. The host and family with Holly, their dog are kind and friendly. ##### Cholladda Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross L. Jan 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Start to 2024 Such a friendly and comfortable stay. Immaculate! Thoughtfulness, kindness & attention to detail made it so special. Our boys loved playing with your children & Molly, picking fresh raspberries & so much more. Sad we only stayed 1 night, but we will definitely try to come back. You are fantastic hosts. ##### Ross L. 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