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The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub

73 Robinson Road, 3510 Whitianga, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>47</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub

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Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
47 reviews
  • The entire place is yours
  • 1722 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wifi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking

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Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub is a recently renovated vacation home in Whitianga where guests can make the most of the garden and terrace. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. The vacation home has a barbecue and a hot tub. Featuring a balcony and sea views, the spacious vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Whitianga Beach is 1.5 miles from the vacation home, while Driving Creek Railway and Potteries is 30 miles from the property.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3:
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.7
Location
10
Free Wifi
10
High score for Whitianga
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    United States of America United States of America
    “Location was great. Hosts were very welcoming. House was excellent, clean and well appointed. Wonderful hosts. Would stay here again.”
  • Samantha
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Such an amazing property, thoughtful platter left in the fridge with wine and beer. Loved the hot tub and the location was excellent.”
  • Gina
    Australia Australia
    “Everything was spotlessly clean. The hosts have thought of everything to make the house comfortable. There were even yummy veggies in the garden that we were allowed to use in our salad. The location is fantastic, the beds are extremely...”
  • C
    Colleen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The property is in a lovely quiet location with water views (harbour) from the house. Very nicely appointed with very good quality linen etc. Private & peaceful back yard with spa pool & covered sitting area which was well utilised. We had a...”
  • Nicole
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Lovely house, very well appointed with everything we could need, and more! The perfect place for a family break. Stylish, comfortable, spotlessly clean and beautifully maintained. Loved being able to take the kayaks provided just across the road...”
  • Naomi
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Nice welcome from the owners Gloria and miles, who greeted us on arrival and showed us around. Location was great with a great view. Loved the hot tub outside. Beautiful clean home, felt very homely. Will definitely stay there again.”
  • Leah
    United States of America United States of America
    “Lovely home with every detail thought of. Close to hot water beach and Lost springs. Hosts are super friendly and helpful.”
  • Minji
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “It was one of the best accommodations we've experienced on our family trips! The house, both indoors and outdoors, is exceptionally clean and tidy. You can truly feel the host's care for guests in every detail. The beds are very comfortable, and...”
  • Glen
    Australia Australia
    “Excellent location and great family friendly place”
  • Rachel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The house was so well appointed and beautifully presented and warm. Perfect for our family winter getaway. Hosts met us at the house and had all the local info we needed to make the most of our stay. Extra touches made it extra welcoming and so...”

Hosted by Miles & Gloria McElwain

9.9
9.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Miles & Gloria McElwain
Luxurious water front accommodation: Cocooned within the tastefully decorated double glazed brick home guests will enjoy 3x generous bedrooms and 2 tiled bathrooms with walk in showers, one includes a bath. Top of the range King, Queen, and King single pocket sprung beds are accompanied with premium linen sheets and feather down pillows. The modern kitchen features granite bench tops and a central island with leather upholstered bar stools as a conversation area. The open plan living area is furnished with leather and fabric lounge suites, a 55” OLED Samsung TV complete with a full Sky package, of course Wi-Fi is also available. The separate dining room caters for 8 people seated at a solid timber rectangular table on leather upholstered chairs. From the living area access is gained to a covered patio complete with an upholstered cane suite and a Webber barbecue, adjacent to the Patio is a new Alpine spa/hot tub for up to 6 guests, this area is fully fenced for privacy. The property is located 100m from the recently renovated 2 lane boat ramp, and has room for off street parking for cars and boats. Guest access: Full access of home and spa.
You will be more than impressed with the quality of the accommodation and it’s many features being conveniently close to Whitianga town center and the beaches. We the hosts love Whitianga for its friendliness, cleanliness, and natural beauty. A great place to visit for its fun packed activities, amazing walks, or relaxing on the beach We hope the Great Escape will more than meet your expectations. Miles and Gloria
The Great Escape is in a safe and exclusive area of Whitianga, waterfront location is safe for Swimming, Kayaking, Paddle-boarding. Waterfront walks and reserve are within 50 meters. Sit on the front deck and enjoy the launches going to and from the waterways.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Guest bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Fold-up bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    • Hot tub
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Activities
    • Beach
    Outdoor & View
    • Landmark view
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safe
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Damage policy
    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 300 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    1 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    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.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please inform The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub 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.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 300 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    FAQs about The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub

    • The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub is 1.3 miles from the center of Whitianga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Beachfront
      • Beach

    • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub on this page.

    • Yes, The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub on this page.

    • The prices at The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The Great Escape, Luxury Waterfront, HotTub can accommodate this group size:

      • 6 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.