Escape to a tranquil retreat below the Pāpāmoa Hills, where our cozy pods offer glamping without the tent. Enjoy stargazing and listening to ruru at night or visit hand-raised farm animals like Emily the sheep and her new twins.
Located in Papamoa, a neighbourhood in Tauranga, this farm stay is in a rural area. Mount Maunganui and Simpson Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include blokart Recreation Park and Looking Glass Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mercury Baypark or Tauranga Domain. Visit our Tauranga travel guide
Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets.
Farm stay located in Papamoa
Consider a stay at Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets. and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Smoke-free property and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets. boast perks, such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities, such as WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Highchairs and travel cots
Recycling, composting and eco-friendly cleaning products
1.5 bathrooms with hairdryers
Porches or lanais, separate dining areas and kitchens
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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
751091
Frequently asked questions
Is Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets. pet-friendly?
Yes, Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets. allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets.?
As of 11 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets. on 16 Mar 2026 start from HK$640, excluding 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.
How much is parking at Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets. located?
Located in Papamoa, this farm stay is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from blokart Recreation Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Gordon Spratt Reserve. Simpson Reserve and Papamoa Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets. Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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I had a wonderful stay! The view was fantastic, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything. The property is located in a quiet area, surrounded by beautiful nature, great outdoor sitting area, yet still very convenient — short drive to the shops in Papamoa.
This visit was for work, so I didn’t get a chance to meet the farm pets, but I definitely plan to come back for a holiday. I’m sure my daughter will absolutely love it here too!
Highly recommend!
Lovely, clean and cozy place to stay.Perfect for a couple or small family. Have the seperate bathroom and kitchen pods is quite a fun and we feel it added to the experience of the stay. Loved getting to be in amongst all the animals. Made the stay really memorable. Highly Recommend!
Lovely, quiet spot. I was only there to sleep really. Arrived late, was out for work and dinner, out again early morning. Comfortable bed, and good amenities. SLate night shower pressue not great, but it did the job.Thanks.
Awesome amount of space and peaceful surroundings. Loved the animals and friendly staff. So much to do in the area!
peter l.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Stephen H.
21 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Lovely country break
Quirky pod but all amenities provided. Very clean and tidy. Great location in countryside, but still handy to Tauranga and environs. Highly recommended.
Would highly recommend this little gem
Nina was a great host that made sure we had everything that we needed
First place that we have stayed and the BBQ was clean and ready to use
Clean and tidy accommodation. It was perfect for our small family, our almost 3 year old loved seeing all of the animals and feeding the bunnies. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
We had a very cosy stay, thank you. The accommodation was clean and recently decorated, with the added bonus of fresh eggs from the farm for breakfast. The owners were very friendly with good communication before and during the stay. Directions to find the place and get in were nice and clear.
My son also loved petting the lamb and goat! Would definitely stay again if we're in the area.
Overall our stay was enjoyable. It is a quiet and peaceful setting. The amenities were as advertised and the hosts were always available. We would advise that the bathroom is attached to the kitchen pod not the living pod, so any nocturnal visits,you need to go outside to the kitchen pod. On the whole a good place to relax,which we would recommend.
We really loved our stay here! My friend and I wanted to be around sheep during our NZ adventure, and this was perfect for us. It was fun to meet the animals and get to feed them. The fresh eggs were delicious! The location is excellent- you get a peaceful farm setting yet only about 10 minutes from the beaches and restaurants of Papamoa. The walks at the cultural park next door are great. (Although the 113 steps about killed us lol)The pod setup is unique and fun. Separate pods for the bathroom and the kitchen. It's easy to get a lovely breeze through the rooms, although not all windows had a screen. There's aircon if it gets too hot. The washer was very much appreciated, and it was nice to be able to hang clothes in the line outside to dry. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Amy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Karyn O.
3 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Great spot only marred by wrong check in instructions
Arrived early evening to find a locked gate that we didn’t have the code to. Call and text owner and no answer as she was away. Start virtual chat with Bookabach support that was useless (questions like have I checked my email for the code..).
Luckily the accommodation had a QR code on a sign which gave us a different number to call and we were advised that we hadn’t been sent the correct check in instructions. With that all sorted, it was a lovely peaceful stay and our daughter loved the animals on site.
So a reminder to all booking to check you have the gate code to get in if arriving late.
From the word go, Nina was amazing with communication and so accommodating to the needs of our 21 mth old pup.
When we arrived, the pod was amazing and so were the facilities, space and convenient location.
We thoroughly enjoyed the space and the farm animals on the premises.
Sad to leave, but excited for the next time we come back - and we will!