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About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Swiss-Kiwi Cottage and Retreat in Tauranga offers an adults-only bed and breakfast experience. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: The retreat features private check-in and check-out services, an outdoor seating area, picnic spots, bicycle parking, and free on-site private parking. Breakfast is served in-room with continental options including juice and fruits. Convenient Location: Located 13 mi from Tauranga Airport, the property is near attractions such as ASB Baypark Stadium (16 mi) and ASB Baypark Arena (16 mi). Activities available include fishing, hiking, and cycling. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the property for its friendly host, convenient location, and delicious breakfast.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Zhou
    China China
    beautiful view,quite environment,absolutely delicious homemade bread and yogurt,perfect place for stargazing🥰🥰🥰
  • Dora
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything! Really! Great location, comfortable bed, lovely animals and also delicious loaf. Monika and Rolf are both nice and friendly !!!
  • Archana
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Just wanted to say thank you Monika such an excellent stay at your place! The ambience was fantastic, and all the facilities really made our visit memorable. Looking forward to visiting again soon!
  • Nadia
    United States United States
    The hosts were fantastic. Extremely helpful and kind. They gave us a lot of valuable suggestions about our trip
  • Jernej
    Slovenia Slovenia
    Amazing stay with the most wonderful hosts. Their garden around the property is amazing, which should already be a big reason to spend some time there.
  • Anonymouseesb
    Australia Australia
    All the lovely finishing touches and the comfortable bed
  • Nico
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Friendly host and pets, Lovely cabin and property! Great place to stay if you want to get out of town but close enough to for short travel to the mount.
  • Sebastian
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Perfectly clean, great hospitality & super friendly. The hosts went the extra mile in every aspect! Breakfast was delicious: Homemade bread, jam and Joghurt etc. 😊
  • Daryl
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The facilities were outstanding. The shower was a little cold in the morning due to the gas needing to be changed over but it was great. Our room was warm and comfortable.
  • Mai
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Amazing freshly baked bread, homemade conserves and yogurt were such a thoughtful and wonderful touch. The robes provided were great for the traverse out to the bathroom.

Hosted by Rolf & Monika Gsteiger

10
Host Review Score
Rolf & Monika Gsteiger
Welcome to the Swiss-Kiwi Cottage – Your Serene Escape Awaits 🌿 Nestled in the heart of rural New Zealand, the Swiss-Kiwi Cottage offers a peaceful getaway where nature, comfort, and charm come together. Whether you're craving a weekend of rest or a short-term stay with soul, our retreat is designed to soothe and delight. 🛁 Relax & Recharge Treat yourself to our optional Hydrotherapy Vortex Hot Tub/Jacuzzi experience – the ultimate way to unwind under the stars. 🐔 Meet Our Feathered & Furry Friends Enjoy the gentle company of our resident pets – two friendly chickens and two affectionate cats – all set against a backdrop of vibrant birdlife. 🍞 Wake Up to a Homestead Breakfast Start your day with a nourishing spread: fresh coffee and tea, homemade bread, creamy butter, seasonal jams, yogurt, and handpicked fruits. 🏡 Stay in Our Cozy Chalet Our one-bedroom Tiny House offers snug comfort with a private external bathroom just next door. Equipped with a fridge, microwave, kettle, and toaster, it’s ideal for solo travelers, couples, or younger guests seeking a charming hideaway. 📶 Simple Comforts Included We offer free parking and complimentary Wi-Fi. While we’re in a semi-rural area without fibre-optic internet, our connection is reliable enough for light browsing—and always free.
Rolf and Monika consider themselves fortunate to have grown up in the beautiful Berner Oberland in Switzerland. Both have a deep passion for travelling and exploring new ways of life and cultures. In 2009, they made the deliberate decision to move to New Zealand to create a more balanced work-life dynamic. They are wholeheartedly committed to hosting guests at their subtropical property, offering valuable travel tips, and indulging them with delicious homemade treats. Rolf, a highly skilled engineer and builder, has an unwavering love for motorbikes and the great outdoors. Monika is a dedicated producer of organic food, and she takes pleasure in gardening and creating delectable homemade goods. Both deeply cherish their pets and are unwavering in their commitment to caring for the environment and our planet.
Conveniently, there is a small shop and a fish & chips takeaway on the main road. There are numerous restaurants in Omokoroa and Te Puna. Kiwifruit and avocado orchards are close by, and our neighbors have horses and sheep grazing. Our property is a mere 10 minutes from Omokoroa Beach and a stunning golf club. Additionally, it's only 10 minutes from the Bethlehem shopping area with restaurants. Cycling, walking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, and horse riding are all readily available nearby.
Languages spoken: German,English

Area info

House rules

Swiss-Kiwi Cottage and Retreat, B&B takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Swiss-Kiwi Cottage and Retreat, B&B of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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