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The French Country House

5.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful natural retreat where they can recharge with spa treatments while knowledgeable concierge staff handle the details

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The French Country House combines countryside comfort and tranquility. Guests enjoy a full breakfast before relaxing in the garden or on the terrace. The property offers massage and spa services, consistently praised for its peaceful atmosphere.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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The Farm View Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Farm View Room

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Green Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Green Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Blue Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Blue Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Whakamarama, The French Country House is in a rural area. Don't miss out on a visit to Hobbiton Movie Set. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Whakamarama travel guide
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163 Esdaile Road, Whakamarama, 3176

What's nearby

  • Leveret Estate Winery
    10 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Mills Reef Winery
    10 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Omokoroa Beach
    12 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Fairview Golf Course
    13 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Waimarino Adventure Park
    14 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Coffee Club
    10 min drive
  • Nourish
    11 min drive
  • The Cider Factorie
    18 min drive
  • Village Green Bar and Kitchen
    10 min drive
  • Skippers Restaurant
    12 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is The French Country House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The French Country House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The French Country House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The French Country House located?

Situated in a rural location, this luxury bed & breakfast is in the same region as Mount Maunganui and Hobbiton Movie Set.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The French Country House Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

murray

Loved the relaxed peaceful environment, Anne was welcoming and friendly I would say a excellent host. The Lodge was stunning and well appointed we were a bit spoilt as we were the only ones booked for that evening and had the luxury of having the entire place to ourselves. The grounds were beautifully looked after which made for some fantastic photos, will definitely be coming back during summer to relax again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
French Country House is a rare find. We absolutely loved everything about it. Romantic, charming rural setting with stunning views of the coast and Mount Manganui. The ambience is wonderful. You feel like you are living in your own little French chateau surrounded by stunning decor. It’s définitely a million miles away from a standard corporate hotel. A unique and beautiful gem of a place. The family who run it are delightful people and made us very welcome. We went as part of a multi city two-week holiday and spent four magical days here, by the end of which we were extremely relaxed. There are some great places to eat at Tauranga and Manganui. Also the White House at Bethlehem did amazing food. The house is within very easy drive of Rotorua, Coramandel and some lovely beaches. Highly recommend you go there for a unique taste of France in NZ.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tor Wo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Excellent stay. Gracious and welcoming host and doggie. We got to feed the horses, ponies, donkey and Billy. Rooms were wonderful, ours had the spa bath and princess room. Good breakfast. Very picturesque.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A country treat

Extremely spoiled by Kay the manager. Nothing was a trouble and all food beautifully presented. Was a real treat to stay in such luxury.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marzieh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing place to stay. I have booked the place for my fiance's birthday. Kay is an amazing host. She prepared a cake and candles upon our arrival and booked a nice place for dinner and arranged for our taxi. She prepared small snacks for our afternoon, and our breakfast was great too. She is friendly and kind and caring. It was great having Billy around too. We will plan another stay soon :) Thank you Kay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Like being in a Disney Movie

The French Country House was everything we expected and more. The house and grounds were majestic and beautiful. With the warm, homely interior and lush green grounds, you truly feel like you're in a Disney movie. Kay was such a lovely host and her pup Freddie welcomed us into the home with open arms and treated us like royalty. Definitely recommend organising for Kay to make dinner while you're there, she is an amazing cook. Thanks so much for a magical stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim&Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The most beautiful, welcoming stay we experienced

From the moment we arrived and welcomed we felt comfortable relaxed and at home in this wonderfully designed B&B. Thoroughly clean with luxury facilities. Great views and experiences! Perfect stay at the end of a 2 week trip!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was just perfect on every level beautiful architecture and welcoming host all at once you won't regret it david
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenney

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023