See all properties
Entire cabin

Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals

Property grounds
Smart TV, books
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3431 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Papamoa, Bay of Plenty
  • Papamoa Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • ASB Baypark
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Mount Maunganui Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Tauranga

Papamoa stay.Your stay at this Papamoa cabin places you within 3 miles (5 km) of blokart Recreation Park and Gordon Spratt Reserve. Simpson Reserve and Papamoa Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
View more Cabin Rentals in TaurangaOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Papamoa Beach - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • ASB Baypark - 9 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Mount Maunganui Beach - 10 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Tauranga Domain - 15 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Mount Maunganui - 17 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Papamoa Beach Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gather Papamoa - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Noodle & Fish - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Big Bake Bakery - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals

Relax and unwind at this unique and tranquil getaway. Nestled below the Pāpāmoa Hills, with a lovely country outlook, plenty of privacy and outdoor space & only a short drive to the beach or cafes, our cosy pods are the break away you’ve been looking for! Glamping but close enough to enjoy fantastic restaurants and all that the Bay of Plenty has to offer!

Situated on our lifestyle block, with access to the beautiful Papamoa Hills walk & only a 7 minute drive from stunning Papamoa Beach! Enjoy the newly installed outdoor bath, complete with fairy lights, plumbed hot/cold water and the most incredible nightsky for star gazing! Cosy up in front of the firepit, roast marshmellows and listen to ruru at night! By day, relax in the beanbags under the umbrella or enjoy the company of our hilarious farm pets!

We have a number of special farm pets that we have had from the age of 1-7days old. They were all bottle fed initially so adore people, and the goats (Mara and Wednesday) definitely act more like dogs than your average goat, preferring nothing better than to follow you around all day! Rosie and Piglet are our pet jersey cows and love a scratch under the chin or a neck rub. Larry and Emily answer their names and then of course there are the pet flemish giant rabbits (Ivy and Mr Chips) who love to be handfed and our freerange hens who provide us with eggs.

This is indeed the perfect couples escape or family break away! For those that are actively minded, the papamoa hills walk is stunning at sunset or sunrise and a good cardio workout as well!

Property manager

Nina Smith

Languages

English

Similar properties

Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Ocean Front Beach Pad

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 68 reviews
Ocean Front Beach Pad

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 431 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets must stay off the beds and furniture

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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 not indicated whether 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals to the airport?

This cabin is 9.1 mi (15-min drive) away from the Tauranga (TRG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals to the beach?

This cabin is 3.6 mi (6-min drive) from Papamoa Beach and 7.7 mi (10-min drive) from Mount Maunganui Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals to downtown Tauranga?

This cabin is 7.8 mi away from Tauranga.

Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely country break

Quirky pod but all amenities provided. Very clean and tidy. Great location in countryside, but still handy to Tauranga and environs. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Lovely accommodation and friendly hosts the animals were a huge hit too
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxed in nature.

Great little place to stay. Private, quiet and totally relaxed stay. Recommend for a place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy Farm Life

We really loved our stay here! My friend and I wanted to be around sheep during our NZ adventure, and this was perfect for us. It was fun to meet the animals and get to feed them. The fresh eggs were delicious! The location is excellent- you get a peaceful farm setting yet only about 10 minutes from the beaches and restaurants of Papamoa. The walks at the cultural park next door are great. (Although the 113 steps about killed us lol)The pod setup is unique and fun. Separate pods for the bathroom and the kitchen. It's easy to get a lovely breeze through the rooms, although not all windows had a screen. There's aircon if it gets too hot. The washer was very much appreciated, and it was nice to be able to hang clothes in the line outside to dry. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Great location and we loved interacting with the animals.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cal & Mel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Wonderful stay, such a peaceful location, loved spending time with the animals. Accomodation was perfect, very clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness

lovely spot

Such a lovely spot to stay, we really enjoyed meeting all the animals and how quiet it was yet just a short drive to everything. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Karyn O., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot only marred by wrong check in instructions

Arrived early evening to find a locked gate that we didn’t have the code to. Call and text owner and no answer as she was away. Start virtual chat with Bookabach support that was useless (questions like have I checked my email for the code..). Luckily the accommodation had a QR code on a sign which gave us a different number to call and we were advised that we hadn’t been sent the correct check in instructions. With that all sorted, it was a lovely peaceful stay and our daughter loved the animals on site. So a reminder to all booking to check you have the gate code to get in if arriving late.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome little hideaway

Would highly recommend this little gem Nina was a great host that made sure we had everything that we needed First place that we have stayed and the BBQ was clean and ready to use
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic

This is a beautiful location and nice clean modern accommodation! We loved visiting the rabbits and walking in the regional park.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

larry f., british columbia, canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Pod stay

Overall our stay was enjoyable. It is a quiet and peaceful setting. The amenities were as advertised and the hosts were always available. We would advise that the bathroom is attached to the kitchen pod not the living pod, so any nocturnal visits,you need to go outside to the kitchen pod. On the whole a good place to relax,which we would recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay

Awesome amount of space and peaceful surroundings. Loved the animals and friendly staff. So much to do in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teena H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovley place

We really enjoyed our stay. Nina the host was simply amazing. Very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunita B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for children who love animals

Clean and tidy accommodation. It was perfect for our small family, our almost 3 year old loved seeing all of the animals and feeding the bunnies. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Papamoa farm life

We had a very cosy stay, thank you. The accommodation was clean and recently decorated, with the added bonus of fresh eggs from the farm for breakfast. The owners were very friendly with good communication before and during the stay. Directions to find the place and get in were nice and clear. My son also loved petting the lamb and goat! Would definitely stay again if we're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy and nice place

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful stay. We felt welcomed by the host and the animals too. Great place would recommend to everybody.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Hayley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

great stay will be back

fantastic place, great communication with host will be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Uc T.

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZEBALLS!

From the word go, Nina was amazing with communication and so accommodating to the needs of our 21 mth old pup. When we arrived, the pod was amazing and so were the facilities, space and convenient location. We thoroughly enjoyed the space and the farm animals on the premises. Sad to leave, but excited for the next time we come back - and we will!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a great little gem!

The main living space is separated from the kitchen and bathroom, but all the pods are linked and under cover so it wasn’t a problem even with rain. The pod-living style was actually a unique experience in itself! The kitchen is modern and perfectly equipped. We almost never used the indoor table as it’s so lovely to eat outdoors, with the sound of birds and the view of the hills! There’s also a little kitchenette in the living room which was perfect for preparing a cup of tea in the morning or evening without leaving the main pod. The bed was comfy and there’s plenty of closet space in the main bedroom. The outdoor space is spacious with a beautiful view and very private. It was a treat collecting fresh eggs in the morning! You can pet the rabbits and the goats (Mara and Wednesday are so friendly that they usually come to you and walk with you). We loved having Papamoa Hills Regional Park around the corner (walking distance from the pod!) with gorgeous paths and amazing views, and Papamoa town and beach are just a short drive away. It exceeded our expectations and we’d definitely recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023