74 A Karina Road, 4312 New Plymouth, New Zealand
#10 of 96 vacation rentals in New Plymouth
Guests' ChoiceBased on 160 apartment reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Free Wifi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 29, 2025
Carmen
AustraliaNothing to not like.
The hosts, Gerrit & Elmien, were very welcoming and friendly. The property was well appointed and very clean. It had everything we needed for our short stay. We all loved the extra strong water pressure! It is next to a beautiful rainforest and the birds did not disappoint.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 3, 2025
Nick
New ZealandN/a
Nice place. Friendly host
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 12, 2025
Bev
New ZealandNA
Clean, comfortable, separate bathrooms, very quiet. The fruit bowl and variety for breakfast very welcome. Heater turned on before we arrived so place was already warming up, really appreciated, given the weather was yuk. Variety of games available and used, thank you.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 9, 2025
Roger
New ZealandSize of the unit Quiet Comfortable
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 22, 2025
Anja
New ZealandSuch a homely, comfortable place, close to the city but surrounded by bush and birdsong, totally quiet at night. Breakfast, if you want it, fresh bread, milk, cereal and fruit, fridge full of spreads, great coffee and tea selection! We couldn't have wished for more.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 26, 2025
Sonia
New ZealandMaybe a topper on the beds as the ladies found it very firm, but the blokes didnt mind. Everything else was fantastic. No complaints.
The space was fabulous. Each of the two bedroooms had their own ensuite which was lovely. The breakfast supplies were great, cereals , fruit, yoghurt as well as toast and spreads with the coffee and tea selections. Beds were quite firm. nice and warm spot. Very quiety.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 2, 2025
Kevin
New ZealandAll really good. A suggestion would be given the high rainfall that prevails in New Plymouth some protection could be added to protect from rainwater comming through the deck above onto the entrance door and onto the carpet just inside the door.
Good value for money. Quiet secluded location with awsome bush right on the boundary. Plenty of room for two couples and a nice touch with added breakfast.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 28, 2025
Wayne
AustraliaPhotos on website showing a large fridge, but only a small one was there, we had lots of cold food, no tv reception due to satellite dish being retuned, not owner’s fault.
Quite location, clean, comfortable,
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 26, 2025
Maddox
New ZealandIt was very quiet, it was handy to town yet you felt nice and secluded with surrounding bush. The hosts were very welcoming and made sure we were comfortable.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 15, 2025
Debbie
AustraliaThat we couldn't stay longer 😟
Everything 😊 very comfortable 2 bed 2 bath. Breakfast goodies were included. Beautiful location, so quiet & tranquil. Very clean & you couldn't want for more. The couple who own the property live above, they are so lovely & accommodating.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 14, 2025
Wayne
New ZealandBeautiful place, really nice views to forest, hosts were really nice. Will be back for sure
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 14, 2025
Roleen
New ZealandThis place exceeded our expectations. We happened to arrive at the same time as our host was outside,so he showed us down the drive (it is clearly marked anyway but it was lovely to be greeted on arrival). Gerrit and Elmien are fabulous hosts. So friendly and helpful. The accommodation isn't overly big but was perfect for us. Each bedroom having an ensuite was wonderful, as we were two couples staying. The reason for our trip to New Plymouth was for cycling so it was an absolute bonus to discover that we were right on a fantastic cycle / walkway to the Coastal Walkway. A highlight of the property for us was the awesome fire pit. We spent both nights around the fire enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The hosts generously supplied us with some wood too!!! It is a very quiet place to stay being surrounded by bush. You won't be disappointed if you choose to stay here. Thank You Gerrit and Elmien for a wonderful stay
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 8, 2025
Sue
New ZealandNothing
Lovely setting. Great hosts. Excellent facilities
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 22, 2025
John
New ZealandNeed a variety of bread not just toast white
Breakfast adequate
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 7, 2025
Susan
New ZealandNo recycle bin
Very comfortable and clean
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 2, 2025
Sasha
New ZealandLovely friendly host. Nice selection for breakfast. Peaceful locational.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 25, 2025
Ross
New ZealandDriveway was a little tight ,but unit parking was good and you could turn ok
Private secluded unit with a bush visa ,and a track if you wanted a little trek through the property’s bush
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 25, 2025
Robyn
New ZealandNothing
Very quiet and great hosts
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 16, 2025
Wilkinson
New ZealandThe place was perfect - two double rooms, each with an en suite and a comfortable living room and kitchen
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 5, 2025
Pretorius
New ZealandWe absolutely love our stay. Well equipped and felt right at home
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 3, 2025
Clare
New ZealandEverything was amazing!!
Lush comfortable beds and great spaces to reset before hitting the rivers and beaches
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 16, 2024
Nikolai
GermanyVery clean and comfortable place. All necessary things available. Location near to a forest. Should have more time to spend there.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 14, 2024
Karen
IrelandThe peaceful setting and views
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 27, 2024
Te
New Zealandnothing at all
beautiful location and bird sounds… the little walk through the bush… nice and dark so we could sleep through the night.
Stayed in November 2024
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