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Sweet Guesthouse

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom40 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Waitara, Taranaki Region
  • Place, Manukorihi Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Waitara West Quay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Waitara Library
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About this property

Sweet Guesthouse

Tucked away from the road is a private 1 bedroom studio in sunny Waitara.
With off-street parking, a full kitchen and washing machine, it is a home base for travellers. Set in a small garden with a sunny patio to make the most of fine weather. A very comfy queen bed and huge single bed sized sofa make this a cozy place to relax.
Good access to Mt Taranaki and hiking trails. New Plymouth city is 15 minutes away for events, dining and entertainment.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be close to Manukorihi Park. Free breakfast and laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the apartment.
  • The apartment offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio
  • Free breakfast offered
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Manukorihi Park and a few minutes from Waitara West Quay
Free breakfast is available. Sweet Guesthouse also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

This Waitara apartment is smoke free.

Guests are served a free breakfast.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a river
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 431 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Shoe-free inside, keep grass and leaves outside. Rinse sandy feet outside.
Turn heating off when you leave the house.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: This is a small space, best suited for 2 adults.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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.

Sweet Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sidonie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect base for us. Our 6 year old loved playing cards, knox and crosses Was warm even with out the heater on at night. Easy to get to, nice and clean.. very private for where it is placed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well equipped cottage and everything in its place.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026