10/10 Excellent
Marianne L.
Apr 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely getaway
Marianne L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Karapiro Retreats holiday house- 2br1Q2Twn+SBD
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5753 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Hot Tub
- Dryer
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Cambridge, Waikato
- Lake Karapiro
- Cambridge Raceway18 min drive
- Hobbiton Movie Set37 min drive
- Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
Room options
About the neighborhood
Karapiro
Located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Lake Karapiro, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Waikato River. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
What's nearby
- Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles
- Cambridge Farmers' Market - 15 min drive - 9.2 miles
- Cambridge Raceway - 18 min drive - 10.5 miles
- St. Peter's School - 20 min drive - 11.6 miles
- Hobbiton Movie Set - 37 min drive - 23.2 miles
Getting around
- Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
- Five Stags - 11 min drive
- St Kilda Café & Bistro - 15 min drive
- Smoke Collective Barbecue - 9 min drive
- Good Union - 10 min drive
- The Shire's Rest - 29 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 Retreats holiday house- 2br1Q2Twn+SBD
Karapiro Retreats Holiday House offering a queen bed room and a twin king single bed room, open plan living room and kitchen, separate bathroom and a large veranda. Good quality beds and furniture. Perry Aquatic Centre swimming pool is 9 mins away and Mighty River Domain is 8 mins away. Beautiful countryside and close to some major international attractions like Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Hamilton Gardens and more. It's designed for guests who want to escape from busy lifestyle and enjoy luxury living surrounded by hills, farms, animals and friendly neighborhood. The house is fully furnished, clean and providing a safe and relaxing environment.
The vacation home is soundproofed and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and an electric kettle. Change of towels is available on request.
Property manager
Cai
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
- Hot tub
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Free breakfast available
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In the mountains
- Near a health/beauty spa
Things to do
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Composting
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Double-glazed windows
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Garden
- Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
- Soundproofing
- Towels (changed on request)
- Unit size: 753 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
- Note from host: The safety of your children is your responsibility
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
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.
- This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
- Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
Karapiro Retreats House
Karapiro Retreats Holiday House Karapiro
Karapiro Retreats Holiday House Private vacation home
Karapiro Retreats Holiday House Private vacation home Karapiro
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Karapiro, close to Hobbiton Movie Set, Lake Karapiro, and Maungatautari Ecological Island. Waikato River is also within a driving distance of 4.7 mi.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
Is Karapiro Retreats holiday house- 2br1Q2Twn+SBD a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as free breakfast.
Are there hot tubs at Karapiro Retreats holiday house- 2br1Q2Twn+SBD?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
This vacation home offers free breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is 20.8 mi away (30 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at Karapiro Retreats holiday house- 2br1Q2Twn+SBD?
Yes, every accommodation at Karapiro Retreats holiday house- 2br1Q2Twn+SBD comes with a balcony.
Karapiro Retreats holiday house- 2br1Q2Twn+SBD Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
John M.
Feb 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
comfortable
comfortableI have not checked accuracy of on line listing but had to answer.
John M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brent D.
Sep 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon stay
My wife and I stayed here for part of our honeymoon. Everything from check-in, cleanliness, location, and amenities was perfect. Couldn't have asked for a better VRBO. Thanks again to our hosts!
Brent D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brad E.
Jul 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A piece of the Shire for your stay
We were in Karapiro for a visit to Hobbiton (dad of family is a complete nerd — Hobbiton was great) and stayed here. The owners are fantastic and the place is immaculate. This little house was perfect for our family.
Don’t forget to say hi to Ginger, the goat.
Brad E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nadia S.
Mar 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Smith family from Australia
Our stay in Nov 2023 was lovely, the house was perfect for our family of 5, the views were amazing, everything we needed and the owners were very helpful. Can't wait to book again in the coming years.
Nadia S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elisha
Jan 25, 2024
Liked: Amenities
A lovely space to relax. Beautiful sitting area outside.
Elisha
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jon G.
Jul 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
We were looking for a quiet getaway for a long weekend and the retreat house at Karapiro was great. The house was immaculately clean and modern and the host had made so many nice little touches like outdoor games for the family that we felt right at home. I would highly recommend and we'll be back for sure.
Jon G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
May 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal base to explore
Four of us stayed here as a base while we enjoyed some mountainbike and tramping adventures in the area. The house was perfect - even breakfast goodies were supplied! The house is quite new and very nicely decorated, warm, and super clean. We loved sitting on the sunny deck in the afternoon after our ride. Would definitely stay here again.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shayna M.
Feb 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely country stay
We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful county home. Our kids loved seeing the goat outside. Everything was clean and enjoyable. The views were amazing!
Shayna M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle
Traveled with family
Dec 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Book this property! It is an experience in and of itself to enjoy the countryside and farm animals present. The house is cleaner than any we’ve rented and is impeccably decorated as well. The hosts kindly left so much for us in the way of breakfast and comfort items. We made easy day trips to Waitomo, Hobbiton, and Rotorua from this spot (but once we settled in we hardly wanted to leave). We could relax and easily prepare our own meals in the well appointed kitchen. The beds were immensely comfortable. Air conditioning was a huge plus on the warm days we were there. Cannot recommend enough! FYI- made me nervous that hosts prefer to send property info the day of reservation but in the end we got it in time. Hosts live on property (but in separate building) so no worries if you need anything during your stay.
Michelle
10/10 Excellent
Lisa G.
Jan 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The little extras
The house is amazing ,lovely outlook, quiet and tranquil. Awesome having a laundry too.
What was extra special was the lovely plants , fresh roses on the table and some Christmas decorations. The pantry had some lovely treats to enjoy and nothing was spared on the thoughtfulness of toiletries including sunblock, toothbrushes, deodorant.
Thank you for making our stay so special we had a wonderful time.
Lisa G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021