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Located on the outskirts of Tauranga, Baybell Lodge is only 13 minutes' drive to the center of Tauranga city. Free private parking and free WiFi is available on site. Surrounded by 2 hectares of avocado trees, Baybell Lodge offers modern, fully self-contained accommodations with a spacious lounge and kitchen, bathroom and private BBQ area with outdoor furniture. Also provided is a flat-screen TV, log burner and storage facilities. Linen is provided. A number of activities are offered in the area, such as cycling, fishing, mountain biking, snorkeling, kayaking, boating, swimming and hiking. McLaren Falls and Omanawa Falls is 5 minutes' drive away. Baybell Lodge is a 30-minute drive from Mount Maunganui beach and 45 minutes' drive from the Lord of The Rings movie set at Hobbiton. Rotorua is a 50-minute drive from the property and Tauranga Airport is only 9.3 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
9.2
High score for Tauranga
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lacey
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Warm, comfortable home in a tranquil setting. 10/10, will absolutely book this again.
  • Changhun
    New Zealand New Zealand
    breakfast was nice. comfortable bed. fresh air. quiet area. water pressure was good. pet allowed.
  • Wesseling
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The breakfast was wonderful, and took out the stress of doing the shopping or going out for breakfast.
  • Kristian
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The avocado orchid setting so peaceful & quiet. Well-appointed room with all the kitchen appliances etc. Great place for a stay
  • Jen_ingrid
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful place to stay, really spacious and clean. I arrived really late due to a delayed flight but the hosts were really understanding and greeted me upon arrival to ensure I was happy with the accommodation. The bed was really comfy and the...
  • Tina
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Gorgeous setting with views of avocado trees Lots of great touches-chocolates on the bed, Nespresso machine, complimentary breakfast items. Comfortable beds Large unit
  • Oliva
    United States of America United States of America
    The lodge is clean, quiet, and roomy. The location is perfect for our visits to Hobbiton and Mt. Maunganui. Brendon and his family are very friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone who wants to visit the area.
  • Ken
    New Zealand New Zealand
    This is a rural location surrounded by an avocado orchard. It was ideal for our young Border Collie who loved playing with Luna, the puppy, in the orchard. It was a quiet and peaceful setting but still only a short trip to Mt Maunganui. The lodge...
  • Barbara
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Outlook into the avo orchard was private and beautiful
  • Teague
    New Zealand New Zealand
    I booked on behalf of my parents in law and they were bery happy and impressed with this property. Thank you for looking after them so well.

Property questions and answers
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  • Hi, we have a dog (border collie) is she allowed to stay? She is crate trained and well behaved :)

    Yes, we are pet friendly so do allow dogs to stay.
    Answered on 24 October 2020
  • Morning, can you please advise if a little dog (cavachon) is allowed.

    Hi, We are pet-friendly, so yes you can bring your dog when staying at Baybell Lodge. Regards, Brendon
    Answered on 3 November 2021
  • Hi there re early checking on the 12th March. Would mid day work for you?

    Yes, midday check-in on the 12th March would be ok.
    Answered on 15 January 2021
  • Hi I a beautiful house trained Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Would he have to stay outside? Also how far from Mt Manganui are you. I have a friend v..

    Hi, We are pet friendly so pets can stay inside the Lodge. We're 21kms from Mount Maunganui, so between 20-25 mins drive. Regards, Brendon
    Answered on 13 November 2022
  • Hi would you do early check in on the 27 nov. We have a wedding at pyes pa starting at 12.30-5. We just need to do a quick change & get the key. Thx B

    Hi, That would be possible. We do have guests staying on the 26th so there's a possibility that the Lodge won't be fully cleaned, but you could use it..
    Answered on 19 October 2022
  • Was just wondering if there would be adequate parking as I have a trailer with me

    Yes, we can provide trailer parking if required.
    Answered on 14 September 2020
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Hosted by Your hosts - Brendon & Louise

9.9
9.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Your hosts - Brendon & Louise
Situated on the outskirts of Tauranga, Baybell Lodge is a country rural getaway set in the midst of an Avocado Orchard. The Lodge is fully contained with spacious lounge and kitchen, two bedrooms (1 king, 2 singles), bathroom and barbecue area including outdoor furniture. Additional extras include: - light breakfast provided - free Wifi - car parking - storage facilities - pet friendly Even though the location is rural, its only 10 mins from Bethlehem Town, 15 mins from Tauranga and 30 mins from Mt Maunganui. A number of activities are offered in the area, such as mountain biking, kayaking, boating, swimming, river rafting and hiking. Plus, McLaren Falls and Omanawa Falls is only 5 minutes' drive away. Our place is ideal for couples, travelers and families who want to get away, relax and enjoy.
We’ve lived in Tauranga two years after moving from Auckland for a change in lifestyle. I’m originally from Wellington and my wife Louise is from the UK, and we have a 14yo son, 11yo daughter and a black lab named Flint. Apart from caring for the Avocados, we enjoy outdoor activities including mountain biking, fishing, swimming, travelling, and of course meeting and hosting new guests.
Enjoy the peaceful, safe, quiet countryside, a truly tranquil spot to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and yet only a 15 minute drive to the centre of Tauranga. Beautiful McLaren Falls is only 7 minutes away, offering picturesque walks, kayaking, bird watching, and is also a great picnic spot. Hobbiton is a short 30-35 minute drive away where you can meander around the movie set and reminisce over the unique movie setting and countryside. Mount Maunganui Beach is great for swimming, surfing, paddle boarding plus enjoy the amazing views at the top of Mt Maunganui or enjoy a pleasant stroll around the Mount, this is a 25 minute drive from Baybell Lodge. Tauranga Crossing which contains 100+ shops, restaurants, bars and cinemas is only 5 mins drive away.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Baybell Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Executive lounge access
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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 8:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note the Double Room features a king sized bed. If you require single beds, you can request in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking.

Please inform Baybell Lodge 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 08:00:00.

FAQs about Baybell Lodge

  • Baybell Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Baybell Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Baybell Lodge include:

      • Family

    • Baybell Lodge is 7.5 miles from the center of Tauranga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Baybell Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.