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The Front Office: Unique Historic Home

Holiday home in New Plymouth with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Exterior detail
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, WiFi
TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
The current price is NZ$823
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

Explore the area

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New Plymouth, Taranaki Region
  • Place, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Wind Wand
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Centre City Shopping Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

New Plymouth

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Kawaroa Park and War Memorial. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony. .Home features 2 bathrooms and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this New Plymouth CBD holiday home include Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and Wind Wand.
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What's nearby

  • Govett-Brewster Art Gallery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Puke Ariki - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wind Wand - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Centre City Shopping Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pukekura Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Itch Wine Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Three Sisters Brewery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Salt Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Treehouse Bar & Bistro - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ms White - ‬15 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: Unique Historic Home

Summary:

Welcome to The Front Office, a charming 1929 house blending modern and industrial design.

- Expansive living area with high ceilings

- Three beautifully appointed bedrooms

- Chef's kitchen as the hub of the home

- Unlimited wifi and central heating

- Great off-street parking available

- Ten-minute walk to CBD for arts and shopping

- A linen and cleaning charge of $260 applies and is not included in the rental rate and this will be charged separately.



The Space:

This charming house, fondly known as The Front Office, offers a unique blend of history and modern comfort. Built in 1929 as business premises for one of New Plymouth's oldest timber firms, it has been thoughtfully updated to create a special space that reflects both its heritage and contemporary style. The combination of urban industrial design with aged features makes this property a standout choice for your vacation.



The expansive living area features high ceilings and large doors that open to beautifully manicured gardens. Special touches throughout the home create a warm and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for curling up with a good book. The chef's kitchen serves as the hub of the house, designed to bring everyone together in an outstanding space adorned with art that captures the ambience and sense of luxury.



Comfortable Accommodation:

- Three beautifully appointed bedrooms

- Huge master bedroom with a comfortable king bed and 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 leading to outdoor spaces

- Warm and relaxed atmosphere

- Art adorning the walls



Outdoor Bliss:

- Deck area overlooking manicured gardens

- Ideal for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment



Delightful Dining:

- Chef's kitchen designed for gatherings

- Well-equipped with cooking oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, milk, and cleaning products



Professional Cleaning:

- Linen and cleaning charge of $260 applies, charged separately

- Guests are required to leave the property tidy, with all dishes washed and the dishwasher loaded and turned on prior to departure

- Bookings exceeding 10 days incur an extra mid-term cleaning and linen fee every seven days



Additional Features:

- Unlimited wifi throughout the property

- Central heating for comfort

- Laundry area with washing machine and clothes dryer

- Great off-street parking in a large carpark area



Location:

- Situated on St Aubyn Street, a ten-minute walk to the CBD for arts, culture, and shopping

- Five-minute walk to the NP Aquatic Centre and 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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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

Are there any beaches close to The Front Office: Unique Historic Home?

The closest beach to The Front Office: Unique Historic Home is Fitzroy Beach (3 km).

How much does it cost to stay at The Front Office: Unique Historic Home?

As of 20 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Front Office: Unique Historic Home on 25 Jan 2026 start from NZ$823.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Front Office: Unique Historic Home have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Front Office: Unique Historic Home?

No, The Front Office: Unique Historic Home does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Front Office: Unique Historic Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Front Office: Unique Historic Home?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Front Office: Unique Historic Home Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is beautiful and the little outside area and garden are lovely. The downsides are that the wifi is terrible & the house is adjacent to a busy road which has enormous trucks travelling to or from the port all through the night. While the accommodation is wonderful, you have to be a very heavy sleeper to endure the noise & shaking caused by the trucks.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mr

Little unusual spot but don’t be put off. Really good home and location well appointed etc. would go back again without hesitation
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Old world charm

Arriving at The Front Office was like walking into a Somerset Maugham novel with the large outdoor palms, the solid leather and wood furniture and the classical library all set in large generous open spaces. We loved the open-plan kitchen/ dining area which provided a perfect place to come together, and share the cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammie S., Brasilia Brazil (Formerly of USA)

Liked: Cleanliness

Very spacious!

We loved the large amount of space at this lodging! Each bedroom had plenty of space, including large closets for unpacking and storing your clothes. The kitchen is large with plenty of accessories for cooking. The master room and ensuite felt luxurious, with lots of room and comfortable bed. The location is a bit unusual, as it's located at one end of a large parking lot, and next to a fairly busy road. But we didn't hear noise from the road while we were inside the home. I recommend this location if you are looking for larger spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

New plymouth

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful few days in New Plymouth

Great property, everything we needed! Short walk to the Coastal Walkway and new kids play facility. Property was faultless with great facilities. We can definitely recommend this property and New Plymouth and would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Max K., Wellington, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious and convenient

A spacious house with good amenities and some interesting history. Nice and clean. Only downsides were the keybox was hard to locate and to get to the third bedroom you had to go through the 2nd bedroom. Overall very positive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review

This property is stunning inside. Wasn't aware of its location from the listing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just perfect.

A superb getaway and a perfect retreat to catch up with friends. A funky, fantastically well renovated ex-law office that had all the comforts. Expectation was well exceeded. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Monika Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable place

We stayed there over the weekend. Loved the spacious leaving room, rooms and beautiful master bathroom. Kitchen was modern and fancy with changing colours of the lights under the cabinets. We enjoyed the stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house to stay

Handy location. Great property. Everything we required, especially having two bathrooms as there were 4 women in our group and we needed to leave early in the morning each day. A great place to come home to too relax!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheena M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend Getaway

A beautiful tidy property that had everything we needed. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amelia G., Finstown

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property.

Great property. Handy location. Well equipped with anything needed. Down sides noise from road (expected) Second bedroom was to light. Property maintenance taken while we were staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

Loved staying here. We were initially surprised by the location as it sits within the Mitre 10 carpark however once inside it is spacious, clean and very private. We stayed over a long weekend which saw a lot of rain so the house offered a great refuge for us. Unfortunately we didn’t get to utilise the outdoor BBQ and dining area but this would be great for afternoon lunch or dinners. The kitchen is huge and had everything we needed. The bedrooms are also very large and comfortable. It’s been beautifully renovated. We would recommend this house and hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022