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Reviews of Colourful Country Escape - Breakfast Included

374 Youngson Road, 3179 Whakamarama, New Zealand

#2 of 5 hotels in Whakamarama

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 68 apartment reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.8

  • Free Wifi

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: September 7, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Accommodation was advertised with breakfast. Breakfast cereal and milk was provided but nothing else. I would at least expect provisions for toast and possibly some juice.

    It was a quiet location. The place was well appointed and very neat and clean. There was some interesting birdlike.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2025

    10
    A must stay. 👌
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was very peaceful and relaxing. We enjoyed the atmosphere. We would love to come and stay again. Thank you so much for having us.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2025

    10
    Excellent. Highly recon
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Need a shaper knife maybe.

    Very good price. Not far to Tauranga. Clean and tidy. I really love the bed. And owner is very thoughtful turned on the aircon before we arrive. Cows beside the room. Very good for kids.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: June 21, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A sign at the gate would have been helpful. The TV lost connection to the wifi.

    Really quiet, very comfortable.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2025

    10
    It is the best air b n b we ever book
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    It was the best air n b we've stay in. We will book again for longer stay to relax. All the things were there was excellent.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Nothing.

    We enjoyed our stay at the place, it was like home away from home but better. It had everything we needed. It was cosy, quiet, the view of the farm cows was cool to see everyday, a beautiful smell as you walk into the house, everything was modernised and just a nice place to stay in. The hosts were very friendly and helpful when we needed help. We’ll be back again one day. Thank you

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2025

    10
    So peaceful and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Honestly super impressed with this property. We booked it at 11pm, arrived at 11.15pm. We were met by one of the hosts and were welcomed and given access to the property. We had planned on carrying on our journey the next morning but the place is so cozy and relaxing we decided to stay another night. We will definitely book here again in the future. Also.. The cows are extremely cute and friendly too which was awesome for our daughter.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 11, 2025

    10
    Amazing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The house was so amazing. Everything clean like a New.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2025

    10
    Enjoyed my stay very much. Will definitely return.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Clean, quiet and comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 4, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This property was a beautiful little slice of rural New Zealand life. The house was exceptionally clean and comfortable. We had a wonderful sleep in the main (Queen) bed, and in the second bedroom, our teenage daughter loved the cozy double bed with the single bunk above her. The bathroom was tidy, the water pressure from the shower was excellent, and we appreciated the heated lighting and heated towel rack. Lastly, the kitchen was spacious and clean, and it provided all the amenities and appliances we needed to feel comfortable. It was a perfect stay for our family.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 3, 2025

    9.0
    Stay was beautiful. Unfortunately unable to extend the stay due to host was not contactable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lack of communication when needed. No contact phone number or email to contact host at premises. Contacting host via booking.com bounced back. Lack of basic courtesy when unforeseen problem arose.

    As above.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2025

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great place big area and facilities were fantastic

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2025

    10
    Pleasant and tranquil
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location was great. It was set in a rural location but close enough to amenities and what we were travelling for. The house was very clean and tidy and had everything we needed for our stay. It was secure and well lit. Very safe.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I've just spent the last two weeks at Colourful Country Escape, and I honestly can’t recommend this beautiful place enough. Every detail of the space has been created with such care and intention. The surroundings are stunning, and the quietness offers a rare chance to reset and recharge.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2025

    10
    A really great stay in a modern comfortable apartment for a very reasonable cost
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    We confused 374 and 374a Youngson Road and so had difficulty finding the key. Suggest there be very clear instructions to guests to go down to the drive. to the lower building. Did get help from the host once we phoned her.

    Private, clean, and very comfortable. Excellent price.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2025

    10
    Well presented and value for money close enough to where we had to y
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Spacious,clean,fresh,comfortable and very good value for money

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2025

    10
    This is a new, well equipped building. Excellent coffee! Very peaceful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 8, 2025

    8.0
    Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very remote grocery store a long distance away

    Very good value for a one or two night stay

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 23, 2025

    9.0
    for a last minute booking it was wonderful
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nice setting friendly host provided everything you needed

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 14, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A digital lock would be nice but it’s already a nice experience for my family and my parents are really enjoying the stay. We will definitely revisit it when we are back in Tauranga next time.

    Nice and quiet place. Beautiful view and plenty of outdoor space.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    10
    Country retreat
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quiet, clean, comfortable, Great spot to rest up after flying all day

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2025

    10
    Beautiful quiet rural stay, absolutely loved our stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely quiet place to stay, will absolutely stay there again. My daughter loved the cattle that was close by.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 30, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    It is an excellent, comfortable apartment with fantastic views! My family and I were amazed at this accommodation and view; the friendly neighboring cows add authenticity! This place provides the rest from busy city life without compromising comfort! Super clean, comfortable beds, spacious kitchen, smart TV, sun blades, and many more! The owner is super helpful and friendly! I recommend planning to stay again! thanks lots ;)))

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2024

    9.0
    Feeling like at home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Missing a picnic table outside.

    Quiet, very comfy and well equiped unit. Feeling like at home.

    Stayed in December 2024

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