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Charming Historic House in New Plymouth

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3 bedrooms, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Outdoor dining
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Exterior detail
Step into The Front Office, where modern industrial charm meets aged elegance. Unwind in the expansive living area with high ceilings and large doors opening to beautifully manicured gardens. Explore three beautifully appointed bedrooms, an ultra-modern bathroom, a chef's kitchen that brings everyone together and relax with unlimited WiFi throughout.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61938 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Historic House in New Plymouth

Summary:
Welcome to The Front Office, a charming house with rich local history.
- Built in 1929, blending modern and industrial design
- Expansive living area with high ceilings and garden views
- Chef's kitchen as the hub of the home
- Three beautifully appointed bedrooms, including a master suite
- Amenities include unlimited wifi, central heating, and laundry facilities
- Great off-street parking available
- Conveniently located near CBD, cafes, and scenic coastal walkway
Guests are required to leave the property in a tidy and clean state all dishes are washed/the dishwasher loaded and turned on prior to departure.

The Space:
This charming house, fondly known as The Front Office, offers a unique blend of history and modernity. Built in 1929 as business premises for one of New Plymouth's oldest timber/construction firms, it has been thoughtfully updated to create a special space that reflects both urban industrial style and aged character. The property invites guests to experience a warm and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for a memorable stay.

The expansive living area features high ceilings and large doors that open to beautifully manicured gardens, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Special touches throughout the home enhance its inviting feel, making it an ideal spot to curl up with a good book. The chef's kitchen serves as the hub of the house, designed to bring everyone together in a space that is nothing short of impressive, adorned with art that captures the ambience and luxury of the home.

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

Interior Feeling:
- Expansive living area with high ceilings
- Large doors opening to outdoor spaces
- Warm and relaxed atmosphere
- Art adorning the walls for added charm

Outdoor Bliss:
- Deck area leading to manicured gardens
- Ideal for enjoying fresh air and outdoor relaxation

Delightful Dining:
- Chef's kitchen designed for gatherings
- Well-equipped with cooking oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, milk, cleaning products, dishwasher tablets, dishwashing liquid, toilet paper, liquid hand soap, and body wash

Professional Cleaning:
- Linen and cleaning charge of $260 applies, charged separately
- Guests required to leave the property tidy, with all dishes washed and dishwasher loaded prior to departure
- Additional mid-term cleaning and linen fee for bookings exceeding 10 days, charged every seven days

Additional Features:
- Unlimited wifi and central heating throughout the house
- Great off-street parking in a large carpark area right outside the house, servicing Mitre 10 and the Jones and Sandford building

Location Highlights:
- Located on St Aubyn Street, just a 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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 that 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

THE FRONT OFFICE New Plymouth Taranaki
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About the area

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New Plymouth, Taranaki Region

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 - 2.0 miles
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Proof & Stock - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chaos Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fresha - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ms White - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Front Office - charming 3BR heritage home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Front Office - charming 3BR heritage home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Front Office - charming 3BR heritage home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Front Office - charming 3BR heritage home located?

Located in New Plymouth CBD, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kawaroa Park, War Memorial and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery. Puke Ariki and Real Tart Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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