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The Front Office: Unique Historic House

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring New Plymouth CBD

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi
Dining
Shower, soap, toilet paper

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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New Plymouth, Taranaki Region
  • Place, Pukekura Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fitzroy Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bowl of Brooklands
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

New Plymouth

New Plymouth CBD stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this New Plymouth CBD vacation home, you'll find Kawaroa Park and War Memorial. Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and Puke Ariki are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Centre City Shopping Centre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Pukekura Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Taranaki Base Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Fitzroy Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Salty Dog - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪New Plymouth Sportfishing & Underwater Club Inc - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Treehouse Bar & Bistro - ‬18 min walk

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 Front Office: Unique Historic House

Summary:
Welcome to The Front Office, a charming 1929 house blending modern and industrial design.
- Expansive living area with high ceilings
- Three beautifully appointed bedrooms
- Chef's kitchen as the hub of the home
- Unlimited wifi and central heating
- Great off-street parking available
- A ten-minute walk to CBD for arts and shopping
- Plenty of nearby cafes and takeaways
Don't miss the opportunity to stay somewhere that has such great local history. Book today.

The Space:
This charming house, fondly known as The Front Office, was built in 1929 as business premises for Jones & Sandford Ltd, one of New Plymouth's oldest surviving timber/construction firms. Over the years, the owners have brought it into the 21st century, creating a modern, urban industrial mix with aged features that make this space truly unique.

The living area feels expansive with high ceilings and large doors that open out to a deck area overlooking beautifully manicured gardens. Special touches create a warm, relaxed atmosphere where you can curl up on the couch with a good book. The chef's kitchen serves as the hub of the house, bringing everyone together in an outstanding space that is nothing short of wow. Art adorns the walls, capturing the ambience and sense of luxury.

Comfortable Accommodation:
- Three beautifully appointed bedrooms
- Huge master bedroom with a comfortable king bed and an ultra-modern bathroom
- Bedroom with two comfortable king beds located in another wing
- Third large bedroom featuring a queen bed

Interior Feeling:
- Expansive living area with high ceilings
- Warm and relaxed atmosphere
- Chef's kitchen designed for gatherings
- Art adorning the walls for a luxurious touch

Outdoor Bliss:
- Deck area opening to manicured gardens
- Perfect for enjoying the outdoors

Delightful Dining:
- Well-equipped kitchen with cooking oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, milk, and cleaning products
- Dishwasher and dishwashing liquid provided

Professional Cleaning:
- Linen and cleaning charge of $260 applies, charged separately
- Guests are required to leave the property tidy, with all dishes washed and the dishwasher loaded and turned on prior to departure
- Bookings exceeding 10 days incur an extra mid-term cleaning and linen fee every seven days

Additional Features:
- Laundry area with washing machine and clothes dryer
- Unlimited wifi and central heating throughout
- Great off-street parking in a large carpark area right outside the house

Location:
- Situated right on St Aubyn Street
- Ten-minute walk to the CBD for arts, culture, and shopping
- Five-minute walk to the NP Aquatic Centre and the Scenic Coastal Walkway
- Plenty of cafes and takeaways conveniently located nearby

Don't miss the opportunity to stay somewhere that has such great local history. Book today.

Other Things to Note:
Strictly no parties or gatherings. The booking person must not be under 25 years old.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

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: 1,938 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Please be mindful of neighbours and adhere to quiet times of 10pm to 7am. Strictly no parties or gatherings. We reserve the right not to accept boo...

Pets

  • No pets 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.2 mi (20-min drive) away from the New Plymouth (NPL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi (4-min drive) from Fitzroy Beach and 2.8 mi (7-min drive) from Back Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth to downtown New Plymouth?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from New Plymouth.

Reviews

The Front Office: Unique Historic House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mr

Little unusual spot but don’t be put off. Really good home and location well appointed etc. would go back again without hesitation
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Old world charm

Arriving at The Front Office was like walking into a Somerset Maugham novel with the large outdoor palms, the solid leather and wood furniture and the classical library all set in large generous open spaces. We loved the open-plan kitchen/ dining area which provided a perfect place to come together, and share the cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammie S., Brasilia Brazil (Formerly of USA)

Liked: Cleanliness

Very spacious!

We loved the large amount of space at this lodging! Each bedroom had plenty of space, including large closets for unpacking and storing your clothes. The kitchen is large with plenty of accessories for cooking. The master room and ensuite felt luxurious, with lots of room and comfortable bed. The location is a bit unusual, as it's located at one end of a large parking lot, and next to a fairly busy road. But we didn't hear noise from the road while we were inside the home. I recommend this location if you are looking for larger spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

New plymouth

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful few days in New Plymouth

Great property, everything we needed! Short walk to the Coastal Walkway and new kids play facility. Property was faultless with great facilities. We can definitely recommend this property and New Plymouth and would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Max K., Wellington, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious and convenient

A spacious house with good amenities and some interesting history. Nice and clean. Only downsides were the keybox was hard to locate and to get to the third bedroom you had to go through the 2nd bedroom. Overall very positive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review

This property is stunning inside. Wasn't aware of its location from the listing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just perfect.

A superb getaway and a perfect retreat to catch up with friends. A funky, fantastically well renovated ex-law office that had all the comforts. Expectation was well exceeded. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Monika Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable place

We stayed there over the weekend. Loved the spacious leaving room, rooms and beautiful master bathroom. Kitchen was modern and fancy with changing colours of the lights under the cabinets. We enjoyed the stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house to stay

Handy location. Great property. Everything we required, especially having two bathrooms as there were 4 women in our group and we needed to leave early in the morning each day. A great place to come home to too relax!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheena M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend Getaway

A beautiful tidy property that had everything we needed. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amelia G., Finstown

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property.

Great property. Handy location. Well equipped with anything needed. Down sides noise from road (expected) Second bedroom was to light. Property maintenance taken while we were staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

Loved staying here. We were initially surprised by the location as it sits within the Mitre 10 carpark however once inside it is spacious, clean and very private. We stayed over a long weekend which saw a lot of rain so the house offered a great refuge for us. Unfortunately we didn’t get to utilise the outdoor BBQ and dining area but this would be great for afternoon lunch or dinners. The kitchen is huge and had everything we needed. The bedrooms are also very large and comfortable. It’s been beautifully renovated. We would recommend this house and hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022