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Tairoa Lodge is one of the oldest remaining residences in the Hawera Township, situated on four hectares of land. Built in 1875 by Isaac Bayly (a successful local Butcher), the heart kauri timber in the house was barged down from Northland to New Plymouth and then transported by bullock wagon to Hawera. The original kitchen in the house was the butchery until 1903 when Isaac Bayly sold his very grand home to the Lovell family (local florists). The house remained in the family for 92 years until we purchased it in late 1997. Pat Lovell was born here and spent her child hood living in this house. She then married Jack Blyth and together they brought up their family of four here and developed a very successful florist and horticulture business. Our intent at purchase was to restore this beautiful Victorian Villa to its original beauty and character and open our home to guests. The major restoration work has included building the verandah, bay window off the sitting room and balcony from the upstairs master bedroom. An original photo showed us that this was the style that Isaac Bayly had built in 1875. Other renovations have included repiling, electrical rewiring and plumbing, replacing scrim with gib board, rejuvenating the original kauri floorboards, resurrecting the existing pool and working on the wonderful established grounds.   
Click on an image for a larger view. We named our home Tairoa Lodge. The Maori definition for Tairoa is "linger, stay longer" - a name we feel is very fitting for our home and business. If you choose to stay with us we can assure you a very enjoyable and memorable stay. What we can offer you:
Guests' Sitting RoomRelax and curl up on the luxurious green leather lounge suite with a magazine or book in front of the open fire in winter or, with the sun streaming in during summer. The sitting room is available for the use of our guests and has been decorated in dark country green to match the beautiful suite and furnishings. The large fireplace has a beautiful wooden surround and mantle, flanked by a bookcase and an original in-built mottled kauri and rimu unit.  
Click on an image for a larger view. Afternoon tea or aperitif is served in the sitting room where a television is available for guests. Formal Dining RoomBreakfasts and dinner are served in this elegant dining room. The rich red of the wallpaper gives warmth to the room on a cold winters night. Two sets of french doors open out onto the verandah, which make it an ideal room for inside and outside entertaining, barbeques in summer, alfresco breakfasts on the verandah and taking advantage of the long summer evenings. The fireplace in this room is original black marble and has an intricate painted floral surround.  
Click on an image for a larger view. The Isaac Bayly SuiteThe upstairs master bedroom named after Isaac Bayly who built this house in 1875 is opulently decorated in a deep rich claret red. French pleated drapes and tiebacks have been chosen to complement the colour and the duvet and pillows specially made to match. The old brass bedstead stands proud in this room with the queen bed fitted with quality linen and electric blanket. A single bed with a cream marcella bedspread makes this room ideal for guests travelling as a twin. The light fittings are white rose painted china and brass and match the décor beautifully. An antique washstand with basin and pitcher stand in one corner along with a wooden chest, chairs and coffee table next to the fireplace.Wonderful views of the woodland garden, swimming pool and petanque piste are found from the private balcony off this bedroom. Enjoy your breakfast here during summer or pass the afternoon away sipping a glass of wine and enjoying the summer evenings. The private en suite has a white and rose tiled shower, and old fashioned pedestal washbasin and brass towel and toilet fittings. Mauve coloured towels and bathrobes complete this room.   
Click on an image for a larger view. The little extras to make your stay special include a hairdryer, chocolates, handcream, robes, fresh flowers and current lifestyle magazines. Romance Package Capture the essence of yesteryear. and enjoy a memorable night in the Isaac Bayly Suite - complete with brass bedstead, en suite, private balcony with pool and garden views, robes, hairdryer, fresh flowers and chocolates. Includes: Bed & special Breakfast for Two, Bottle of Bubbles, Midday Check-out Perfect for your Wedding Night, Anniversary or Special Occasions. Extra: A special candlelit dinner for two can be served in the formal dining room. Price on request. The Blyth SuiteThis guest bedroom named after the family who owned the property for most of last century, is situated facing north and captures both the morning and afternoon sun. Elegantly decorated in corn yellow with striking navy accessories, this room oozes warmth and comfort. The quality queen bed has an electric blanket and fitted navy linen and a Private Collection navy jacquard duvet. The striped navy drapes are made from the contrasting fabric of the duvet, along with extra pillows and cushions. Brass and rimu wooden light fittings and an antique table lamp for reading at night adorn this room. A wonderful antique kauri and rimu dressing table stands proud in one corner with a writing desk, chair, coffee table, valet and fireplace.The private en suite has a white and blue/yellow tiled shower, and old fashioned pedestal washbasin and brass towel and toilet fittings. Navy Sheridan towels and navy bathrobes complete this room.   
Click on an image for a larger view. The little extras to make your stay special include a hairdryer, chocolates, handcream, robes, fresh flowers and current lifestyle magazines. Your Hosts
From the Guest BookKaree & Grant Duncan, Hawera
Greg Pettiona - M.D. Australian Workplace Solutions, Melbourne
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