The French Country House  

Tucked in rural Whakamarama in the Bay of Plenty, this luxury bed & breakfast sits a short drive from Mount Maunganui and the Hobbiton Movie Set. Quiet country lanes, sweeping balcony views over the Bay of Plenty, and Tauranga airport roughly 26 km away put you close to coast and country.

An antique-filled farmhouse vibe meets airy, modern comfort — think vintage furnishings, light-filled living areas, and just three individually decorated rooms. Expect private bathrooms with jetted tubs and rainfall showerheads, DVD players and flat-screen TVs, plus balconies or terraces that frame those country-to-bay views.

Wake up to Bay of Plenty views and a complimentary full breakfast. On-property perks include free Wi‑Fi, free self-parking, a massage room, terrace and garden, a library and barbeque area, concierge and tour desk services, laundry and dry cleaning, and private check-in/check-out.

Good for small events and meetings with a business center, conference hall and event facilities on site, plus complimentary wireless internet to keep you connected.

An on-site chef and a restaurant handle breakfasts and meals, while a shared kitchen gives flexible options for self-catering. Complimentary full breakfast is served daily to fuel your Bay of Plenty adventures.