The Surfside Villa -2-Bedroom Home in Mount Maunganui – Just Steps from the Beach and Tay Street Café, Featuring an Outdoor Deck with BBQ, Fully Equipped Kitchen, and Modern Bathroom
The Surfside Villa -2-Bedroom Home in Mount Maunganui – Just Steps from the Beach and Tay Street Café, Featuring an Outdoor Deck with BBQ, Fully Equipped Kitchen, and Modern Bathroom
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Rabbit Cottage Mt Maunganui
Summary: Rabbit cottage is located in one of the most sought after streets in Mt Maunganui - close to downtown the Mount and the beach yet on a peaceful street. This character cottage is cosy and cute yet offers plenty of room for 2 families. The beach is just a stones throw away across the road where you can also send the kids to the playground.
The Space: The cottage offers 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The dining/ kitchen and lounge are all open plan and open up to a large elevated deck perfect for enjoying the afternoon sun and a BBQ at the end of the day. Fully fenced, the kids will enjoy the large front yard to run around on or send them across the road to the playground. You will also appreciate there is plenty of parking for cars and boats. A short stroll away in one direction will land you at the beach or in the other downtown Mt Maunganui or Pilot Bay - It's all there!
Ideally suited to 6 adults not 8 as two of the single beds are foldaway.
Other Things to Note: Ideally suitable for age 5 and up as there are gaps on both sides of the house where younger children could potentially fall. Toddlers will need to be supervised.
Ideally suited to 6 adults not 8 as two of the single beds are foldaway.
Other Things to Note: We partner with SafeGuest to protect our property and guests. A short online verification will be required prior to check-in to ensure a smooth and secure experience.
Please note that we have a strict no party policy and prefer family groups. If you are looking at booking this accommodation with a party in mind please look elsewhere. Please give details as to whether you are a family group or a group of friends and your ages please when inquiring. No groups under the age of 25.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Mount Maunganui. You'll find features like laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
Amenities include laundry facilities
Steps from Bay of Plenty and 11 minutes by foot from Maunganui Beach
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fully-fenced
Garden
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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
Maximum number of guests staying is 8 this is not to be exceeded unless by prior approval. Leave the premises in a clean and tidy state. Whilst we ...
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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
This property accepts cash
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 48 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 48 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Robby B.
15 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
great place convenient and clean
Robby B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Molly L.
5 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute and close to the beach
Perfect for our weekend away with family. Loved the location, less than a minute to walk to the beach and walking distance to the mount shops. Clean, functional and cozy vibes.
Molly L.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Fionna C.
22 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location
apart from the location being excellent (close to beach & restaurants) - the property had great rooms & bathrooms. Large deck out the front was used more than living room (where the seating needs updating).overall the property was excellent though.
Fionna C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joanna W.
29 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Joanna W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Leeann K.
14 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and comfortable
Good location with everything you need
Leeann K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Leeann K.
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
NZ here we come
Perfectly placed for what we wanted to do
Only downfall was bbq was rusty and unable to be used
Otherwise good property
Leeann K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
NICOLA N.
30 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Retro bach
Really nice central position with no noise. Uninsulated so can be cold, but good gas heater in lounge and 2 bedrooms have panel heaters.
Enjoyed our stay.
NICOLA N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alison D.
7 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great summer house but might have second thoughts visiting in winter. Homely property with all the amenities that a family would need. Although, needs a bit of investment e.g. replace worn couch, unsafe deck in parts which also needs a clean, and dripping cistern in the ensuite. Finally, not the property's fault but a rowdy rental next door kept us awake during the night for the last 2 nights.
Alison D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Liz E.
27 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great accommodation
Lovely place to say as was very homely but had all the amenities we wanted. Also very close to beach
Liz E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marc P.
1 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
Excellent location and very nice cottage. May be add a curtain in one of the bathroom.
Marc P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erin F.
25 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Rabbit Cottage
A charming cottage, generous in size, with everything you need, perfect for a family. Great location to beach and town. Easy parking and a handy playground across the road with a short walkthrough to the beach.
Erin F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Annette M.
20 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Mount Manganui break
Old school bach that has had something of a makeover. Great location - easy walk to beach, downtown Mount - shops, bars, restaurants. Small park across the road for kiddies was a bonus.
Very clean on arrival but some basic maintenance needed - light bulbs, dripping toilet and blocked basin in en-suite - not majors but were in need of attention.
Kitchen very well set up - lots of utensils if you are eating in, tea/coffee, oils and condiments provided.
Would have been nice if the lawn had been mowed and garden had some tlc.
We enjoyed our stay at the Mount
Annette M.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
2/10 Terrible
Stephanie B.
3 Mar 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Terrible experience
The yard was not mowed and the deck a bit dated. Unfortunately we were unable to stay as both my elderly parents had reactions to something in the house once we arrived which worsened over the next 40 minutes causing them to have coughing fits. Both my parents have breathing issues and their medical conditions were too severely impacted. I wouldn't recommend this place for elderly persons or children.
Stephanie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tania C., Palmerston North, New Zealand
6 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Mount Maunganui Jan 2023
We had a wonderful stay in Mount Maunganui. The location of the property was fantastic for walking to the beach, walking around the Mount and for shopping / eating out. The property was very clean and the perfect size for our family.
Tania C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Ron M.
5 Jan 2023
Great wee spot
Decent property and in a great location
Ron M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
LIZ R.
4 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning and styly.
This is a fantastic property for our family, and the property manager did an excellent job of communicating. The location-being close to the beach and close to amenities, including a short Walk to restaurants, was perfect. I really enjoyed the architecture and the way I traditional bach had been Completely renewed. Highly recommended.
LIZ R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lisa W.
23 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay.
Highly recommend.
Lisa W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
lee h.
7 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot.
Loved the Bach feel. Great facilities and large deck. Fabulous location with easy access to the beach. Highly recommend.
lee h.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joanne G.
30 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Second time staying at Rabbit Cottage. Everything we need for our family weekend holiday.
Joanne G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tony O.
25 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay
A great place
Tony O.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jade K.
18 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful retreat
House is meticulously clean, location and parking great, perfect family space.
Slate blinds needs some attention as not working well.
Comfortable beds and lovely to have the basics like tea, coffee and body wash.
Well impressed by the quiet road and neighbourhood.
Jade K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kim C.
6 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay!
Lovely spacious property with character so close to the beach. We will definitely come again
Kim C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Richard H.
18 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Spot On!
Excellent location and met our needs for our weekend perfectly
Richard H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Vinnie M.
31 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Premo stay nice spot
Very nice clean house was a premo spot
Vinnie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cameron D.
13 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A great weekend away
we were totally charmed by Rabbit Cottage
easy walk to main shops and beach
lovely area