Water & City Lights Studio

340 Maungatapu Road, 3112 Tauranga, New Zealand
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Water & City Lights Studio

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Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
205 reviews
  • The entire place is yours
  • 646 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wifi
    In all areas • 14 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking

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Water & City Lights Studio offers accommodations in Tauranga, 3.7 miles from ASB Baypark Stadium and 3.8 miles from ASB Baypark Arena. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out for guests. With free Wifi, this apartment features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the terrace, which also has outdoor furniture. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating, and a private bathroom. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property, and guests can go canoeing nearby. Tauranga Airport is 7.5 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

FREE parking!

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
8.6
High score for Tauranga

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Deborah
    United States United States
    “Wonderful stay, beautiful views! The studio was clean, comfortable bed, very nicely decorated, and a great location! The hosts were super nice!”
  • Cynthia
    United States United States
    “We liked everything! So many little touches to make us at home and comfortable. The setting is lovely with a garden and views out to the bay. It was terrific to be able to cook and do laundry. The studio is very well appointed and super clean....”
  • J
    John
    Australia Australia
    “Really private and seperate from the hosts. Loved that it was so light and quiet location, with a great view.”
  • Davies
    United States United States
    “Large apt. In a quiet neighborhood. Close to town and the beach. Beautiful views.”
  • Molly
    Australia Australia
    “I wish I could give these guys a 12 out of 10, everything was perfect. After staying in some not so great beds at the start of our holiday this space was such a nice way to finish our holiday! They have everything you could ever want and...”
  • Roni
    United States United States
    “The studio was very large and beautifully appointed. Loved the outdoor space which was very private and had plenty of seating. Extremely quiet location but takeaway and breakfast cafe close by. The bed was comfortable with the best pillows of...”
  • Te
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “It was cosy, very clean and was just perfect for my husband & I”
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Views of water, excellent shower, all facilities in apartment for cooking, spacious”
  • Jaclyn
    Ireland Ireland
    “Joanne and Tim were lovely hosts! the accommodation was easily accessed and the unit was clean and modern with all the necessities you could need for a travelling retired couple. The patio doors were sunny with a beautiful view, sitting on the...”
  • John
    Australia Australia
    “The ability to have a washing machine at hand, the close proximity of the excellent fish & chips / takeaway shop and the quietness of the downstairs studio plus the tremendous views.”

Hosted by Tim and Joanne

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Tim and Joanne
This is a studio unit attached to our house, however completely separate. Guests park separately to the main house and entry/exit is completely separate. Guests do not come into contact with ourselves at all. The unit has recently enjoyed an upgrade which included complete sound proofing. Includes an open plan kitchen, lounge and bedroom. The bed is a Queen. The unit has its own laundry and tiled bathroom with shower. This studio unit opens to a private courtyard which faces north and enjoys extensive water views of our inner harbour and city lights at night. TV, Heatpump, and Chromecast. We are situated in a very quiet neighbourhood. We have a jetty at the bottom of the property from where guests are welcome to sit quietly at the waters edge, though lovely white sandy beaches are only 15 minute drive away. Smoking is permitted outside the unit only. We have kayaks available for guests. We are happy to supply a portable cot for a child up to 1 year of age, there will be no over night cost for this. Please advise prior to arrival. Parking is available on site for one vehicle. Thanks Joanne
Tim and Joanne live in the main home (attached). We have lived in this home for 15 years. We just love living in this quiet location, watching the tide come and go, swimming at the bottom of the section, kayaking the harbour and enjoying family and friends. Tim is a building consultant and Joanne sells Real Estate.
The neighbourhood is residential, peaceful and quiet. We have wonderful neighbours who are all very friendly. Just 400m from our home is a little local shopping complex offering an amazing Bakery, Cafe, Takeaways, Pharmacy, Grocery Store, Hairdressers and our local Pub. Then a further 600m down the road is another Takeaway Shop, Grocery Store and Petrol Station. There is a bus stop at the end of our driveway to the left, which will take you in the direction of Mt Maunganui or Papamoa. 40m to the right is another bus stop which will take you in the direction of our city centre. We are located about 15 minutes by car from Tauranga city centre and 20 minutes from the center of Mount Maunganui where there is boutique shops and our well known white beach and surfing. Mall Shopping: 5 minutes by car to Bayfair Shopping Mall and 10 Minutes to The Lakes Shopping Mall.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Water & City Lights Studio
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

    Internet
    Basic free Wifi 14 Mbps. Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.

    Kitchen

    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette

    Bedroom

    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Guest bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area

    Media & Technology

    • Flat-screen TV
    • DVD player
    • TV

    Room Amenities

    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Electric blankets
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoors

    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden

    Activities

    • Canoeing

    Outdoor & View

    • Inner courtyard view
    • City view
    • Landmark view
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View

    Building Characteristics

    • Private apartment in building
    • Semi-detached

    Front Desk Services

    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    Miscellaneous

    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Water & City Lights Studio takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 AM and 7:00 AM.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Water & City Lights Studio of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    Quiet hours are between 10:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Water & City Lights Studio

    • Yes, Water & City Lights Studio is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Water & City Lights Studio may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Water & City Lights Studio is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Water & City Lights Studio is 2.1 miles from the center of Tauranga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Water & City Lights Studio offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Canoeing