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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tirau, Waikato Region
  • Place, Lake Karapiro
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hobbiton Movie Set
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, SkyCity Hamilton
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Piarere

This cottage places you next to Lake Karapiro and within a 10-minute walk of Waikato River. The cottage includes a kitchen and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Karapiro - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 22 min drive - 16.0 miles
  • University of Waikato - 27 min drive - 35.2 miles
  • Hamilton Gardens - 30 min drive - 34.1 miles
  • SkyCity Hamilton - 34 min drive - 35.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La More Sweets - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Enchanted Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cabage Tree Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Oxford Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Baker - ‬10 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.

Serenity at the edge of the lake

With the house to yourself you can just kick back and relax and enjoy the beautiful peaceful environment with Lake Karapiro virtually at your doorstep - or try the many nearby attractions such as kayak & bike hire right next door, nearby walking and cycling tracks, visit Hobbiton (10 mins drive), walk the Blue Springs, explore the Arapuni village & swing bridge .. and many more.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 can I see close to this cottage?

This cottage in Piarere is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Karapiro and Waikato River. The Red Barn is also within a driving distance of 4.2 mi.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is 28.8 mi away (36 minutes by car).

Serenity at the edge of the lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super comfy, home away from home, awesome hospitality, highly recommend.We'll be back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026