The French Country House

25 reviews

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  AdrienneN_12

  Couples · Jan 2024

  10/10

  Absolutely stunning

  Due to unforeseen circumstances we had to delay our visit twice but finally made it last weekend. How fabulous. Our host was Lukas and what an interesting chap he is. He makes the best canapes and irons the crispest sheets. Nothing is too much trouble. We had the farm view room with the balcony, but they are all lovely. We also met Wayne, the owner and heard his life story. The decor is beautiful as can be seen by the pictures, but nothing I can say would do it justice. We just loved it. Home away from home, but afraid our home is not so lovely.

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  Mrs J

  partner · Jan 2024

  10/10

  French Country House is a rare find. We absolutely loved everything about it. Romantic, charming rural setting with stunning views of the coast and Mount Manganui. The ambience is wonderful. You feel like you are living in your own little French chateau surrounded by stunning decor. It’s définitely a million miles away from a standard corporate hotel. A unique and beautiful gem of a place. The family who run it are delightful people and made us very welcome. We went as part of a multi city two-week holiday and spent four magical days here, by the end of which we were extremely relaxed. There are some great places to eat at Tauranga and Manganui. Also the White House at Bethlehem did amazing food. The house is within very easy drive of Rotorua, Coramandel and some lovely beaches. Highly recommend you go there for a unique taste of France in NZ.

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  murray

  partner · Sep 2023

  10/10

  Loved the relaxed peaceful environment, Anne was welcoming and friendly I would say a excellent host. The Lodge was stunning and well appointed we were a bit spoilt as we were the only ones booked for that evening and had the luxury of having the entire place to ourselves. The grounds were beautifully looked after which made for some fantastic photos, will definitely be coming back during summer to relax again

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  C9326EOlukev

  Couples · Sep 2023

  10/10

  Wonderful stay can’t recommend higher

  Absolutely beautiful home made even more fantastic by our wonderful host Anne. Anne shared her knowledge of the local area and gave us great recommendations for our stay around New Zealand. She prepared a wonderful welcome cheese board with wine and a delicious breakfast in the morning. We could not have asked for a better host and experience. We booked the farm view room and it was perfect for the two of us on our romantic getaway.

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  K7722ROpaulb

  Couples · Mar 2023

  10/10

  A magical top-of-the-world castle it was hard to leave

  French Country House is a magical place. Spacious and substantial, yet homey and friendly. The weather-worm wood in the beams and doors, and the steep stairs to the upper room (you'll make it) create a sense of stepping back in time. We were treated as casual royalty yet also left to our own space (she's got a great sense for that) to kick back from an otherwise busy trip. The view from the huge deck, looking across panoramic rolling farmland and woods to the harbor with it sharp peak, defies words. I begged to stay a second night, and we did. There's WiFi when you need it, but plenty of reason to ignore all screens during your stay.