Karamana Homestead, built in 1872, offers hosted accommodations and a self-catering cottage. Guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking is available on site. The guest rooms at Karamana Homestead have tea/coffee facilities and private bathrooms.There is also a private lounge and outdoor seating area. The guest lounge in the main house has a TV with access to Netflix and other streaming services. Karamana Homestead (1872) is located within a 5-minute drive from town where guests can enjoy a variety of restaurants and shops. The accommodations is 1.6 mi from Driving Creek Railway and Potteries. New Chums Beach is 12 mi away from the property. Auckland Airport is 43 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
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  • Mario
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The cottage we stayed in was super cute and comfortable. Such a unique accommodation with such kind hosts. Was great to have high quality linens and fans for the warm nights. Ann-Marie provided excellent recommendations for local eats and...
  • Abby
    United States of America United States of America
    3 sentences aren’t enough- You guys were our favorite Kiwis from the trip. The place is stunning and comfortable, breakfast was delicious, Ash and Anne Marie were above and beyond hosts and we so enjoyed their friendliness and expertise on all...
  • Bryant
    United States of America United States of America
    My wife and I were really enjoyed our time at the Karamana Homstead! Ann-Marie & Ash were incredible hosts! The historical house is beautiful & felt at home during our stay! We enjoyed meeting their cats & petter rabbit. The delicious breakfasts...

Hosted by Ash and Ann-Marie Franklyn

9.6
9.6
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Ash and Ann-Marie Franklyn
We are a Category 2 listed historic homestead built in 1872. The main house has 2 bedrooms with two verandas for guests to enjoy. The Stables Cottage, located at the back of the property, was the original home and predates the main house by at least 5 years. If you're seeking a place with character that only time can create, this is where you want to stay.
Ash and Ann-Marie Franklyn welcome you to Karamana Homestead. We genuinely enjoy meeting people from around the world and look forward to showing you something out of the ordinary to make your holidays in New Zealand extra special. Ash (a geologist and gold-mine historian) has a long history in tourism and continues to operate his Wild Gold Panning Adventures. He'll be happy to share some tips on things to do in town, and around the peninsula. Ann-Marie, originally from Vancouver, is always up for trying new baking recipes and is often spotted working in the garden. We have three rescue cats: Gigi, Luigi, and Tucker. We all welcome you to our slice of heaven.
We are located 840 meters from Coromandel Town (a very easy walk or a short car ride). We're close enough to town to enjoy all it has to offer, but just far enough away to appreciate the quiet rural countryside setting. You'll find excellent restaurants and interesting shops all on the main street. Whangapoua and New Chum beach are only a 20 minute drive away. Lovely walking tracks (and even some kauri!) from the town centre. Experience Wild Gold Panning, which is in keeping with the history of the town. Enjoy a guided walking tour of town and hear all about the great fire! Hire an e-bike and go exploring town and beyond. Ride a narrow-gauge train and learn about some peculiar and quirky pottery. For a small town, Coromandel Town offers a variety of interests for all ages to enjoy.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Karamana Homestead (1872)
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Electric blankets
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Karamana Homestead (1872) takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Curfew

    The entrance to the property is closed between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    NZD 20 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash Karamana Homestead (1872) accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.

    Credit card transactions will incur a 3% surcharge.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Karamana Homestead (1872) of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    FAQs about Karamana Homestead (1872)

    • Room options at Karamana Homestead (1872) include:

      • Vacation Home
      • Double

    • Karamana Homestead (1872) offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Walking tours

    • Karamana Homestead (1872) is 0.7 miles from the center of Coromandel Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Karamana Homestead (1872) is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The prices at Karamana Homestead (1872) may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.