Title: Country Bliss couples oasis, outdoor chiminea in private garden, & sunset deck Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Country Bliss couples oasis, outdoor chiminea in private garden, & sunset deck ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48180000/48170800/48170723/180-785da81c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48180000/48170800/48170723/434df1cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48180000/48170800/48170723/2ea2dfcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48180000/48170800/48170723/a042941e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48180000/48170800/48170723/8dabfc5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in a quiet rural setting, this studio offers warm and modern accommodation with luxurious touches. Relax on the leather sofa while watching Netflix or unwind in your private sunny courtyard with a small outdoor fire. Enjoy unlimited internet, air conditioning, and access to a saltwater pool during summer months. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Washer - Pool - Kitchen - Outdoor space £97 includes taxes & fees 16 Sept - 17 Sept ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Country Bliss couples oasis, outdoor chiminea in private garden, & sunset deck We are situated in a quiet rural setting only 3 minutes from the outer edge of town. We have lots of mature trees adorned with native birds adding to relaxing ambience, currently bursting to life with spring blossoms and tuis. On arrival you drive under a tree lined driveway to your private stand alone studio, located near hosts residence, but given all privacy and space to guests. You have private access to come and go as you please with spacious & secure parking directly in front for car, boat, trailer, bikes etc. We offer comfortable, clean, modern accommodation that provides all the luxuries of a home away from home, with many special touches to surprise and delight our guests. From the time you arrive to the time you leave we want our guests to have the most memorable stay and the yearning to return for more Inside you will find modern interiors in a spacious studio set up with brand new appliances, from a new coffee machine to the soft spa sized towels and bathrobes. The kitchen is fully equipped for those who like to cook with a bench top oven, hobs, slow cooker, microwave and a full sized fridge/freezer and an outdoor bbq. Alternatively we can certainly recommend some great restaurants, cafes or takeaways within a 2 minute drive Relax on the leather sofa while watching Netflix on our 55" smart tv or make use of the unlimited internet and get a bit of work done (we have an office chair available for added comfort to use at the table in the studio). The queen size bed is made ready for your arrival with clean quality linen, extra pillows, electric blanket. In the bathroom are extra large spa sized bath towels, soaps & toiletries plus soft bathrobes to enjoy after a shower. The studio has air conditioning which will keep an ambient temperature regardless of summer or winter conditions. At the rear of the studio you can enjoy your very own private, sunny tropical garden & courtyard area with a small outdoor fire and seating for 2. Our guests are welcome to use the saltwater pool available during summer months (shared with your hosts but all privacy given). We have a picturesque sunset deck with comfortable chairs overlooking rural valley views and stunning sunsets. We have a picnic basket and blanket in the studio for those that wish to add that extra special touch to their sunset viewing or trip to the beautiful Mount Maunganui beaches. We do not provide breakfast but have some flavoursome cafes within a 10 min drive. We often have guests staying who are celebrating special occasions so if you would like anything extra set up for your stay please feel free to ask. Please note we are a rural property where on the very rare occasion you might experience rural farming odours while outdoors. We are local to.... 5 min drive to The Crossing Shopping Centre, Tauriko business district, Pyes Pa restaurants and takeaways. 10 minutes to Tauranga Golf Course, Tauranga Racecourse, Toi Ohomai, Greerton shopping 15 min to Tauranga waterfront restaurants, McClaren falls & Cafe 25 minutes to Mount Maunganui Beach and Bayfair shopping centre, Omanu Golf Club, Tauranga airport, Blake park and AIMS games venues. Attending Toi Ohomai or the University of Waikato for study? We are a 10 minute drive from Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology and 15 minutes for the Waikato of University campus in Central Tauranga. If you are looking at wedding venues we are a short drive to The Orchard, Ataahua Garden Venue and Phoenix Valley. With many more amazing venues around Tauranga. Uber and Taxi services will pickup/drop off from our gateway. We are right on the doorstep, so to speak, of the Oropi bike track 100 metres up the road from us (currently closed until 2026 for tree clearing and track upgrades). The Tect park is 18 minutes drive away also offering a variety of outdoor sports such as motorcross, 4x4 driving tracks, adrenaline rope climbing challenges, remote control car club, mountain biking tracks, horse trekking, and bush walks. Alternatively Rotorua offers a vast variety of graded mountain biking trails, all within a 45 min drive from us, very popular with tourists and locals alike. Other fantastic activities we can recommend in our local area are Mount Maunganui beach, over 10 different golf courses to try out, Oropi hot pools, Baywave Wave pool & Hydro Slide, Laser tag and paintball, Blo Karts, Indoor Rock Climbing, Event Cinema, Mini Golf, Indoor Bouncy Castles, Drift Trikes, Escape Room, Mount Hot Pools, Ten pin bowling, Historic Village, Mount Maunganui Bush/Mountain walk, Papamoa Hills walk, Kewpie Cruise around Tauranga and surrounding harbour, Saturday Markets, Waimarino kayak and glow worm tours, dolphin boat tours, fishing tours. We'll try our best to give you all the information you need. If travelling further afield we are only... 35 minutes from Rotorua's mecca of tourist attractions and activities 3 hours from Whakapapa ski field 1 hour 45 to Taupo 50 min to Hobbiton Movie Set tours in Matamata 3 hours to Auckland airport 2 hours 30 minutes to Whitianga/Corromandel ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Fenced private pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Outside only. ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Unlimited smartphone data usage ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Comprehensive recycling policy - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Property does not allow children ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Respectful noise levels. Quiet hours 10pm-7am please. Please no visitors unless you have discussed this with us. We offer quiet retreat accommodation for 2 adults only. Please no children. We do not offer facilities to charge electric vehicles but there are charge stations 8 km away ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Outside only. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Recharge in a Tranquil Rural Setting at 'country Bliss' Pyes Pa ## About the area Located in Pyes Pa, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Brain Watkins House and Monmouth Redoubt are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Maunganui and Oropi Hot Pools. Game On Activities and Tenpin Tauranga are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Pyes Pa travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pyes-Pa.dx6351187) [View more Apartments in Pyes Pa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pyes-Pa-Apartments.d6351187-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.77207%2C176.12807&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0i9DQ6y0l9DW4MJ1X_pWWQQkSTc=) Pyes Pa, Bay Of Plenty ### What's nearby - Tauranga Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles - Fernland Spa - 11 min drive - 7.6 miles - Tauranga Domain - 14 min drive - 10.9 miles - Mercury Baypark - 17 min drive - 12.9 miles - Mount Maunganui - 29 min drive - 16.4 miles ### Getting around - Tauranga (TRG) - 21 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Good Local - ‬4 min drive - ‪Baker Bob's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Bp - ‬7 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Country Bliss couples oasis, outdoor chiminea in private garden, & sunset deck have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Country Bliss couples oasis, outdoor chiminea in private garden, & sunset deck? > As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Country Bliss couples oasis, outdoor chiminea in private garden, & sunset deck on 16 Sept 2025 start from £96.81, including taxes and fees. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Country Bliss couples oasis, outdoor chiminea in private garden, & sunset deck Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 75 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham 24 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great place to stay, it was perfect to what we needed. ##### Graham Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry S. 11 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cracking place Loved it here. Would fully Recommend this place the the guys were really great too. ##### Terry S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas J. 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy Great accomodation, facilities exceptional, comfy bed, everything available for your convenience. Recommended accommodation. Lovely host.Thank you for having me. ##### Thomas J. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 10 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Absolutely beautiful location, host is amazing, would love to return. ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy W. 30 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolute Bliss We loved our stay. The communication was excellent, accomodation is 5 star. It felt so peaceful and relaxing. Highly recommend staying here. ##### Wendy W. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve O. 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Break A great place to stay. Very clean and well equipped, very friendly hosts. Quiet but close to all amenities. ##### Steve O. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas R. 22 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country Getaway Very well presented and set up property with everything we needed for our long weekend stay. Hosts were friendly but not intrusive. ##### Nicholas R. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leteesha V. 28 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful & Peaceful We absolutely enjoyed our stay, we will definitely be back again. Thank you guys so much! Whare was so nice and clean. ##### Leteesha V. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerry M. 26 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Couples Retreat Had a fantastic couple of days. Great accommodation and super host. Exceeded expectations. Highly recommend. ##### Gerry M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anais 3 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Owner was so nice and welcoming. Area was pretty and beautiful, definitely a good place for a getaway. ##### Anais Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David C. 1 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 3 Night Stay Fantastic place to rest after long days out and about. Clean and well appointed. Highly recommended. ##### David C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samuel H. 6 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Country Getaway A spectacular little country side stay, close to all the local sites. The house was wonderful decorated, and well suited to be a home base for excursions like hobbiton and the glow worm caves. On top of all that, the bed is extremely comfortable. Would stay there again. ##### Samuel H. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jordan C. 17 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Awesome spot, super peaceful, very comfortable and beautifully decorated. Host is friendly and helpful with great communication. ##### Jordan C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah Te 4 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Iy was so clean, modern, and most of all peaceful. I loved it and will come back ##### Deborah Te Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### David K. 17 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overnighted. Really lovely host and Beau the dog was gorgeous. Nice laid out room and amenities. Would recommend this host and property. ##### David K. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melinda & Bryan W. 20 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just what i needed The property was perfect. My wife was in Grace Hospital and i just wanted somewhere close to Grace that was quiet. Country Bliss was perfect. Will definitely stay there again and recommend to friends ##### Melinda & Bryan W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larissa Anne L. 20 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place We had a amazing time at the lovely place. Thanks Julie and Rick ##### Larissa Anne L. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz C. 15 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Blissfully quiet... Very comfortable and warm, and brilliantly located for our weekend visit. We highly recommend staying here and we hope to return. Bonus visits from Beau the Border/Bearded Collie were just delightful! Thank you for having us to stay, Julie :) ##### Liz C. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter L. 2 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and clean Lovely place with friendly hosts. Rural area so we enjoyed wonderful walks amidst the kiwi fruit orchards but only 15 minutes to the edge of town. Highly recommended as very very clean and tidy ##### Peter L. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki H. 30 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Get Away The Hosts have thought of every little detail, everything is in this cosy bach for an enjoyable get away. Highly recommended. Thank you, look forward to staying again. ##### Vicki H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bernie 13 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great communication easy directions to follow to get to destination. Warm welcome. Would l9ve to come back next year. ##### Bernie Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicolle G. 23 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We enjoyed our stay The facilities were good - would be nice to be able to angle the TV towards the couch easier.The hosts' house is right next door, but they did their best to give us privacy. Also worth mentioning is their large industrial chicken farm next door, which I wasn't a fan of, even though it did not inconvenience us.Great communication - Julie even posted a USB we left behind back to us. ##### Nicolle G. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki H. 5 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Get away Weekend away to catch up with family. Great place to base our stay. Will come again. Thank you. ##### Vicki H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon C. 19 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Spot The property was fantastic. Very tidy, and hosts were friendly and great at communicating. We just need to stay longer next time! Thanks ##### Simon C. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa C. 2 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Peaceful Piece of Paradise Gorgeous quiet location in the countryside, yet only minutes away from amenities. The accommodation is beautifully appointed with everything you could need; and host Julie is just amazing - friendly and welcoming with out being intrusive. Gave some great recommendations for dining options in the area, and we enjoyed our chats with her and our pats with the handsome Beau; one very energetic and friendly dog. ##### Lisa C. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024