10/10 Excellent
Raymond L.
Aug 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Raymond L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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Karapiro Cottage
Cottage in Karapiro with kitchen and fireplace
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
Karapiro, Waikato Region
- Maungatautari Ecological IslandPlace, Maungatautari Ecological Island
- Lake KarapiroPlace, Lake Karapiro1 min drive
- Hobbiton Movie SetPlace, Hobbiton Movie Set24 min drive
- Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)29 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Karapiro
This cottage places you within a 10-minute stroll of Lake Karapiro and Waikato River. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
What's nearby
- Lake Karapiro - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
- Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 15 min drive - 13.0 miles
- Cambridge Raceway - 18 min drive - 14.6 miles
- Hobbiton Movie Set - 24 min drive - 14.9 miles
- Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari - 29 min drive - 24.4 miles
Getting around
- Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
- Karapiro Cafe - 8 min drive
- The Red Barn
- The Boatshed - 10 min drive
- fusion at karapiro - 9 min drive
- Riverside Lanes - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Karapiro Cottage
This adorable cottage overlooks Lake Karapiro opposite Moana Roa Reserve. A walk to the lake or enjoy the spacious grounds and open lawn.
Expansive outdoor all-weather entertaining area for dining linked to the kitchen.
Hosts live in the same plot, just 100 metres from the Cottage
10 min to Cambridge
18 min to Velodrome
18 min to Karapiro Domain
15 min to Hobbiton Movie Set
18 min to Matamata
50 min to Rotorua
6 min to Red Barn Wedding Venue
25 min to Maungatautari Sanctuary Mountain
Karapiro Cottage offers comfortable living in a newly refurbished home. The master bedroom overlooks the river with a king-size bed.
Spacious outside entertainment areas with all-weather dining linked to the house. Spacious and tidy.
Living space that opens outdoors and offers great views. Private and warm.
Ducted air conditioning to each room offers excellent climate control with double glazing throughout.
Guest access
Guests have to themselves a 2-bedroom home, outside entertainment, and BBQ area, and lawn.
Parking for vehicles at the front door.
15 Amp EV charging port at front door
Other things to note
Lots of parking at the house
Expansive lawn, spacious grounds
Situated on State Highway 1
Overlooking the Waikato River
Private living
Air conditioning and heating
Outside dining
Expansive outdoor all-weather entertaining area for dining linked to the kitchen.
Hosts live in the same plot, just 100 metres from the Cottage
10 min to Cambridge
18 min to Velodrome
18 min to Karapiro Domain
15 min to Hobbiton Movie Set
18 min to Matamata
50 min to Rotorua
6 min to Red Barn Wedding Venue
25 min to Maungatautari Sanctuary Mountain
Karapiro Cottage offers comfortable living in a newly refurbished home. The master bedroom overlooks the river with a king-size bed.
Spacious outside entertainment areas with all-weather dining linked to the house. Spacious and tidy.
Living space that opens outdoors and offers great views. Private and warm.
Ducted air conditioning to each room offers excellent climate control with double glazing throughout.
Guest access
Guests have to themselves a 2-bedroom home, outside entertainment, and BBQ area, and lawn.
Parking for vehicles at the front door.
15 Amp EV charging port at front door
Other things to note
Lots of parking at the house
Expansive lawn, spacious grounds
Situated on State Highway 1
Overlooking the Waikato River
Private living
Air conditioning and heating
Outside dining
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bidet
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
- Check-in: 3:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
- Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?
This cottage in Karapiro is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Karapiro and Waikato River. The Red Barn is also within a driving distance of 3.9 mi.
Is parking available on site at this cottage?
No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.
Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
Is Karapiro Cottage a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Are there hot tubs at Karapiro Cottage?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage offer breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.
How close is the airport from this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is 25.1 mi away (31 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Karapiro Cottage?
No, at Karapiro Cottage, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.
Karapiro Cottage Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Adele O.
Aug 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cosy cottage, lovely neutral decor and a lovely cosy place to unwind. Had issues with the water but the owners were quick rectify, even at 11pm at night. Gutted we couldnt stay 1 extra night to properly enjoy it. 10/10
Adele O.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laura G.
Jul 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully presented, clean and well equipped.
Laura G.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alice H.
Jul 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay
Wonderful place to stay. Traffic was very slow going to Cambridge for dinner. Trampoline was a great hit.
Alice H.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hayley A.
Jun 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home
Things were clean and organized.
Hayley A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025