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Back to Basics in a 5 star location

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Beach nearby
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
The Shell Hut, nestled in rural Tauranga, offers a tranquil retreat with sea views and a walkway to the beach just meters away. Enjoy outdoor pursuits like swimming, kayaking, or fishing from your doorstep and unwind on the deck with BBQ facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Back to Basics in a 5 star location

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and patio
A garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cabin. The cabin provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with a DVD player, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as an electric kettle and a dishwasher.
Guest accommodation at this cabin offers DVD players and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Whakamarama cabin provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

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

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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

About the area

Map
Whakamarama, North Island

What's nearby

  • Leveret Estate Winery - 20 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Mills Reef Winery - 20 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Omokoroa Beach - 20 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Te Puna Quarry Park - 22 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Waimarino Adventure Park - 25 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Cider Factorie - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Nourish - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Village Green Bar and Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Omokoroa Takeaways - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Back to Basics in a 5 star location pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Back to Basics in a 5 star location ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Back to Basics in a 5 star location ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Back to Basics in a 5 star location ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Back to Basics in a 5 star location located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Omokoroa Beach, Te Puna Quarry Park and Mills Reef Winery. Leveret Estate Winery and Waimarino Adventure Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Back to Basics in a 5 star location Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

What a beautiful place to stay. We had a wonderful restful time here and Mr Darcy loved all his playmates. We will be back again when the need arises - Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quiet spot

Was a very nice place to stay. After days at the Mount it was nice to come back to somewhere quiet away from the crowds. Kids loved the animals and easy access to water. Perfect for our young kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023