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The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, WiFi
Dining
Shower, soap, toilet paper
TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6180 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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New Plymouth, Taranaki Region
  • Place, Pukekura Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fitzroy Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bowl of Brooklands
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

New Plymouth

Located in New Plymouth (New Plymouth CBD), this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Kawaroa Park and War Memorial. .This vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Puke Ariki and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Real Tart Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Centre City Shopping Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pukekura Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taranaki Base Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Fitzroy Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Salty Dog - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪New Plymouth Sportfishing & Underwater Club Inc - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Treehouse Bar & Bistro - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Front Office Historic Charm New Plymouth

Summary:
Welcome to The Front Office, a charming 1929 house with modern urban industrial style. - Spacious living with high ceilings and deck to manicured gardens - Chef's kitchen as the home hub - Three bedrooms incl. king-size master with ensuite - Unlimited wifi and central heating - Off-street parking adjacent to Mitre 10 and Jones & Sandford building

The Space:
Welcome to The Front Office, a unique and historic house in New Plymouth that blends heritage with modern design. Built in 1929 for Jones & Sandford Ltd, one of the city’s oldest timber and construction firms, this property has been thoughtfully updated to create a distinct urban industrial style infused with charming aged features. It offers a rare combination of character, comfort, and functionality that will make your stay truly memorable.

Step inside to experience a spacious living area with soaring ceilings and large doors that open onto a deck overlooking beautifully manicured gardens. The atmosphere is warm and relaxed, perfect for unwinding with a book or gathering with loved ones. Located conveniently on St Aubyn Street, you are just a short walk from the bustling CBD filled with arts, culture, shops, cafes, and the scenic coastal walkway.

Comfortable Accommodation:
- Three spacious bedrooms provide restful retreats for all guests
- A large master bedroom with a king bed located in a private wing
- Ultra-modern ensuite bathroom connected to the master bedroom
- Another wing includes a bedroom with two king beds and a passage leading to a bathroom
- Third bedroom features a queen bed, ideal for families or groups

Interior Feeling:
- Expansive living area with high ceilings enhancing the sense of space
- Large doors opening to lush gardens create seamless indoor-outdoor flow
- Unique blend of modern urban industrial décor with preserved historic elements
- Walls adorned with art that highlights the home’s luxurious ambience
- Central heating throughout for year-round comfort
- Unlimited wifi for staying connected

Outdoor Bliss:
- Deck area perfect for relaxing and enjoying garden views
- Beautifully maintained gardens adding to the tranquil setting
- Large off-street parking area right outside the house, also servicing Mitre 10 and Jones and Sandford building

Delightful Dining:
- Chef’s kitchen designed as the heart of the home, ideal for cooking and socializing
- Fully equipped with high-quality appliances and amenities for culinary activities

Professional Cleaning:
- A linen and cleaning charge of $260 applies and is charged separately from the rental rate
- Guests must leave the property in a tidy state, ensuring all dishes are washed or dishwasher loaded and turned on
- For bookings longer than 10 days, additional mid-term cleaning and linen fees apply every seven days
- The property comes stocked with essentials including cooking oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, milk, cleaning products, dishwasher tablets, dishwashing liquid, toilet paper, liquid hand soap, and body wash

Location Highlights:
- Just a ten-minute walk from New Plymouth’s city center with arts, cultural venues, and shops
- Five-minute stroll to the NP Aquatic Centre and access to the scenic coastal walkway
- Numerous cafes and takeaway options conveniently nearby

Experience staying in a place rich with local history and modern comforts combined. Book today and enjoy the distinct charm and luxury of The Front Office in New Plymouth.

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a washing machine.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

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 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 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

Property is also known as

THE FRONT OFFICE New Plymouth Taranaki
Unique, charming and bursting with local history New Plymouth
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