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Karapiro Cottage

Karapiro accommodation with kitchen

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Smart TV, fireplace
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Karapiro, Waikato Region
  • Place, Maungatautari Ecological Island
  • Place, Lake Karapiro
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Hobbiton Movie Set
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Karapiro

In Karapiro .Your stay at this Karapiro cottage places you within a 10-minute walk of Lake Karapiro and Waikato River. The Red Barn is within 6 miles (10 km) and Hobbiton Movie Set is within 12 miles (20 km).
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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
  • ‪Podium - ‬20 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

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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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Karapiro Cottage to the airport?

This cottage is 25.1 mi (31-min drive) away from the Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Karapiro Cottage?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karapiro Cottage on Oct 5, 2025 start from $134.02, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Karapiro Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Karapiro Cottage offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Karapiro Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Karapiro Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Karapiro Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Karapiro Cottage have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Karapiro Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Karapiro Cottage to downtown Karapiro?

This cottage is 5.2 mi away from Karapiro.

Reviews

Karapiro Cottage Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raymond L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed the weekend with my wife and kids. Great location, close to Cambridge. House is modern and tidy, with a great view and great covered deck to have meals or just a drink and chat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adele O.

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
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully presented, clean and well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Stay

Wonderful place to stay. Traffic was very slow going to Cambridge for dinner. Trampoline was a great hit.
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from Home

Things were clean and organized.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025