Step into The Front Office, where modern industrial charm meets aged elegance. Unwind in the expansive living area with high ceilings and large doors opening to beautifully manicured gardens. Explore three beautifully appointed bedrooms, an ultra-modern bathroom, a chef's kitchen that brings everyone together and relax with unlimited WiFi throughout.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6180 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
The current price is ¥44,233
¥44,233
¥50,867 total
includes taxes & fees
May 9 - May 10
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming Historic House in New Plymouth
Summary:
Welcome to The Front Office, a charming 1929 house with modern urban industrial design.
- Expansive living area with high ceilings
- Three beautifully appointed bedrooms
- Chef's kitchen as the hub of the home
- Unlimited wifi & central heating
- Great off-street parking
- Close to CBD, cafes, and NP Aquatic Centre
- Guests are required to leave the property in a tidy and clean state all dishes are washed/the dishwasher loaded and turned on prior to departure.
The Space:
This charming house, fondly known as The Front Office, offers a unique blend of history and modernity. Built in 1929 as business premises for one of New Plymouth's oldest timber/construction firms, it has been thoughtfully updated to create a special space that captures the essence of urban industrial style while retaining its aged features.
The expansive living area features high ceilings and large doors that open to beautifully manicured gardens, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere. Curl up on the couch with a good book or enjoy the art adorning the walls that enhances the luxurious ambiance.
Comfortable Accommodation:
- Three beautifully appointed bedrooms
- Huge master bedroom with a comfortable king bed and ultra-modern bathroom
- Bedroom with two comfortable king beds, leading to another bathroom
- Third large bedroom featuring a queen bed
Interior Feeling:
- Chef's kitchen as the hub of the house, perfect for gathering
- Outstanding space with a wow factor
- Central heating throughout for year-round comfort
- Unlimited Wi-Fi for connectivity
Outdoor Bliss:
- Deck area overlooking manicured gardens
- Great off-street parking in a large carpark area right outside
Delightful Dining:
- Well-equipped kitchen with cooking oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, and milk
- Cleaning products, dishwasher tablets, dishwashing liquid, toilet paper, liquid hand soap, and body wash provided
Professional Cleaning:
- Linen and cleaning charge of $260 applies, charged separately
- Guests are required to leave the property tidy, with all dishes washed and the dishwasher loaded and turned on prior to departure
- Bookings exceeding 10 days incur an extra mid-term cleaning and linen fee every seven days
Located right on St Aubyn Street, you are just a ten-minute walk to the CBD for arts, culture, and shopping. A five-minute walk takes you to the NP Aquatic Centre and the Scenic Coastal Walkway. Plenty of cafes and takeaways are conveniently located nearby. Don't miss the opportunity to stay somewhere that has such great local history. Book today.
Other Things to Note:
Strictly no parties or gatherings. The booking person must not be under 25 years old.
Interaction with Guests:
Bach Break manage this property and are only a phone call or email away. Office hours are from 8am to 8:30pm.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Unlimited smartphone data usage
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)
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
Please be mindful of neighbours and adhere to quiet times of 10pm to 7am. Strictly no parties or gatherings. We reserve the right not to accept boo...
Pets
Pets not allowed
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
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
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
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About the neighborhood
New Plymouth CBD, a neighborhood in New Plymouth, is home to this vacation home. Wind Wand and Richmond Cottage are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fitzroy Golf Club and New Plymouth Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Yarrow Stadium or Stadium Taranaki. Visit our New Plymouth travel guide
Is Charming Historic House in New Plymouth pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Historic House in New Plymouth?
As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Historic House in New Plymouth on May 9, 2026 start from ¥44,233, 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?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Historic House in New Plymouth?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Historic House in New Plymouth?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Historic House in New Plymouth located?
Located in New Plymouth CBD, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Kawaroa Park, War Memorial, and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery. Puke Ariki and Real Tart Gallery are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Charming Historic House in New Plymouth Reviews
Reviews
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Great property, everything we needed! Short walk to the Coastal Walkway and new kids play facility. Property was faultless with great facilities. We can definitely recommend this property and New Plymouth and would love to stay again!
Arriving at The Front Office was like walking into a Somerset Maugham novel with the large outdoor palms, the solid leather and wood furniture and the classical library all set in large generous open spaces. We loved the open-plan kitchen/ dining area which provided a perfect place to come together, and share the cooking.
A spacious house with good amenities and some interesting history. Nice and clean. Only downsides were the keybox was hard to locate and to get to the third bedroom you had to go through the 2nd bedroom. Overall very positive.
We loved the large amount of space at this lodging! Each bedroom had plenty of space, including large closets for unpacking and storing your clothes. The kitchen is large with plenty of accessories for cooking. The master room and ensuite felt luxurious, with lots of room and comfortable bed. The location is a bit unusual, as it's located at one end of a large parking lot, and next to a fairly busy road. But we didn't hear noise from the road while we were inside the home. I recommend this location if you are looking for larger spaces.
Tammie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Judith P.
Aug 9, 2023
Family Road Trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Fantastic to have a base in New Plymouth that was close to town.
Handy location. Great property. Everything we required, especially having two bathrooms as there were 4 women in our group and we needed to leave early in the morning each day. A great place to come home to too relax!
Raewyn V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Patricia M.
Nov 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
The house is beautiful and the little outside area and garden are lovely. The downsides are that the wifi is terrible & the house is adjacent to a busy road which has enormous trucks travelling to or from the port all through the night. While the accommodation is wonderful, you have to be a very heavy sleeper to endure the noise & shaking caused by the trucks.
We stayed there over the weekend. Loved the spacious leaving room, rooms and beautiful master bathroom.
Kitchen was modern and fancy with changing colours of the lights under the cabinets.
We enjoyed the stay! Thank you!
A superb getaway and a perfect retreat to catch up with friends. A funky, fantastically well renovated ex-law office that had all the comforts. Expectation was well exceeded.
Highly recommend.
This property is stunning inside. Wasn't aware of its location from the listing.
Alex W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Auckland, NOTAVAIL
Jul 9, 2023
Enjoyable property
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Unusual property location, however, we loved the beautiful furnishings and bits n pieces including the amazing book collection. A very safe and peaceful place to stay. We will definitely return in future.
A guest from Auckland, NOTAVAIL
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tina D.
Feb 7, 2023
A curious character building with history!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Awesome stay. Great place, loved the big huge kitchen and the instant hot water tap!
A beautiful tidy property that had everything we needed. Will definitely stay again!
Sheena M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol S.
Oct 2, 2022
An amazing place to stay in New Plymouth
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A great place with all the comforts of home- plus some.Well set up with quality furnishings and topnotch kitchenComfortable beds and effective heating throughout.Able to accommodate someone with mobility issues with handrails on the shower and toilet.Highly recommended.
Carol S.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
A guest from NA, NOTAVAIL
Aug 5, 2022
Central well equipped home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This home has a central location close to the city and is a great spot from which to explore the city and region. Spacious family home, well equipped kitchen with large bedrooms. Nice outdoor area despite closeness to the main road.
A guest from NA, NOTAVAIL
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Glen M.
Jun 10, 2022
Great character home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A unique home with everything we needed for our stay. A well appointed kitchen which made life easy for us.
Glen M.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Sue P.
May 19, 2022
New Plymouth visit -the Front Office
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We stayed at this property for about a week.This is a beautiful property inside with a fantastic kitchen and large is fairly close to the walkway and centre of New Plymouth.( walking distance)The property management company was very responsive for any problems .It is on a State Highway en route to the Port and situated in a car park.The noise level is very high.
Sue P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris G.
Apr 20, 2022
Very hard to beat this
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The Front Office is incredibly well appointed and spacious. It's definitely in the upper ranks of all such accommodation. For two couples it was perfect and we still had a room for one of us to work from while there. It's close to the CBD and is great value. If you're particularly concerned about road noise it may not suit but for us the other factors more than overcame that.
Great property. Handy location. Well equipped with anything needed.
Down sides noise from road (expected)
Second bedroom was to light.
Property maintenance taken while we were staying there.
Loved staying here. We were initially surprised by the location as it sits within the Mitre 10 carpark however once inside it is spacious, clean and very private. We stayed over a long weekend which saw a lot of rain so the house offered a great refuge for us. Unfortunately we didn’t get to utilise the outdoor BBQ and dining area but this would be great for afternoon lunch or dinners.
The kitchen is huge and had everything we needed. The bedrooms are also very large and comfortable. It’s been beautifully renovated. We would recommend this house and hope to return.
Tim C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Maggie O.
Oct 7, 2021
Great for what we wanted
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location for what we wanted, fantastic kitchen cooked sit down lunch for 12 for baby shower and everything I needed was there, could have been a little cleaner ie a few cobwebs in bedroom , put it down to lockdown ! Fabulous location for what we wanted but very noisy, but we had a lovely stay I’d stay again for a short stay close to the town