Purple Hen Country Lodge

2.5 star property
Guest house near Wharawhara Track in Tahawai

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Property amenity
Exterior
Comfort Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette
Comfort Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchen
Shower, towels, soap
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
227 Wharawhara Road RD2, Tahawai, 3178
  • Popular LocationKatikati Murals6 min drive
  • Popular LocationKatikati Bird Gardens14 min drive
  • Popular LocationAthenree Hot Springs19 min drive
  • AirportTauranga (TRG)44 min drive

Room options

Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 3)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Comfort Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 78.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 1)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 4)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 2)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Tahawai

In Tahawai .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Tahawai guesthouse, you'll find Wharawhara Track and Katikati Murals. Leveret Estate Winery is within 6 miles (10 km) and Athenree Hot Springs is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Katikati Murals - 6 min drive
  • Katikati Bird Gardens - 14 min drive
  • Athenree Hot Springs - 19 min drive
  • Karangahake Gorge - 31 min drive
  • Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park - 71 min drive

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Orchard House - 11 min drive
  • Robert Harris - 6 min drive
  • Subway - 6 min drive
  • The Busy Baker - 5 min drive
  • Sy Bakehouse Cafe - 6 min drive

About this property

Purple Hen Country Lodge

Guest house near Wharawhara Track in Tahawai
Purple Hen Country Lodge offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Purple Hen Country Lodge also features a picnic area and laundry facilities. A complete renovation of Purple Hen Country Lodge was completed in December 2023.

This Tahawai guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Purple Hen Country Lodge offers 5 accommodations with air conditioning. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Dining room
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Purple Hen Guest House Guesthouse Katikati
Purple Hen Guest House Guesthouse
Purple Hen Guest House Katikati
Purple Hen House Katikati
Purple Hen Guest House
Purple Hen Country Tahawai
Purple Hen Country Lodge Tahawai
Purple Hen Country Lodge Guesthouse
Purple Hen Country Lodge Guesthouse Tahawai

Purple Hen Country Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stately old home with beautiful garden and views
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed that this property was private and we had a lot of privacy with no distractions also that from every room we had a beautiful views. The beds were nice and comfortable with and rooms were very spacious. Nice and big.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the country setting. Set in an avocado Orchard, with freedom to wander around and enjoy the space
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet country environment and still close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were very comfortable and enjoyed our use of the communal lounge area. We were lucky to be the only visitors, it might seem a bit communal if all 4 rooms are taken. Good to be able to walk around the garden and Avo orchard.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristin, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely guest rooms within a working farm/orchard
I really enjoyed my time at this tidy and cheerful accomodation. The owner operators were wonderfully knowledgeable of the community and local attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

donna

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly place, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fijn om hier te zijn!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020