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The Home on the Hill

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Piarere

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TV, fireplace, books
TV, fireplace, books
Outdoor dining
Dining
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathrooms3229 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Piarere, Waikato
  • Place, Little Tirau Library
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tīrau Domain
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Karapiro
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Piarere

In Piarere .You'll find Tirau Golf Club and Little Tirau Library within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Also, Tīrau Domain is within 3 miles (5 km) and Lake Karapiro is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Little Tirau Library - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Tīrau Domain - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Lake Karapiro - 10 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Waikato River - 11 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Te Waihou Walkway - 11 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BP - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cabage Tree Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Cow Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Wooden Farmer - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Baker - ‬2 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.

The Home on the Hill

Escape to The Home on the Hill, a rural getaway in Tirau, set on a picturesque farm with stunning countryside views. Just minutes from Tirau’s cafes and shops, it’s also a great base for exploring Hobbiton, Lake Karapiro. Perfect for couples seeking a tranquil escape or families on an adventurous holiday or friends enjoying a staycation. 45 minutes to Hamilton and Tauranga. 20 minutes to hobbiton, 50 mins to Rotorua and 1Hr 20 to Taupo.

The space
The 300m2 home sits on a 2500m2 section. The house has amazing views to the east and west- perfect for watching sunrises and sunsets. We have wonderful orchard on the section with multiple fruits - mandarins, oranges, limes, apples, plums and many more. We have a kids playground outside with swings and a slide.

The section is surrounded by farmland.
The farm is a dairy farm with cows which will be often seen in the surrounding paddocks.
Inside the house we have 6 bedrooms - each room can sleep 2 people.

We have two lounges - one is the tv room where we have a projector screen for watching movies/ tv.

The home is a minutes drive from tirau and also the Tirau golf course.

Guest access
The whole house is yours during your stay. However we ask you to please stay within the section and the driveway. Please do not go into the paddocks or onto the farm tracks.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,229 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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
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 the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off any heaters
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 The Home on the Hill to the airport?

This vacation home is 31.7 mi (38-min drive) away from the Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Home on the Hill have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Home on the Hill offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Home on the Hill?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Home on the Hill?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Home on the Hill?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Home on the Hill have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Home on the Hill have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Home on the Hill to downtown Piarere?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Piarere.

The Home on the Hill Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George H.

Liked: Cleanliness
the home was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

A S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. There was some confusion with the directions to the home and lock pad, as I just went off the information that was on the main site including door lock pin (2424tick) & didn’t realise the inbox messages were updated information in the rush of trying to find the info upon arrival. Kate was helpful in getting us there in the end and noted not to use google maps next time! LolThe house was beautifully spaced and the movie room was such a great feature for everyone. The outdoor area was enjoyed by the kiddies morning and night and being gated we could relax too. Would definitely love to come back with all our family to enjoy this home on the hill again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay at.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fritzie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay at the Home on the hill. Perfect place to relax as a group and take in the views. This lovely home has everything you need and is comfy and cosy. We loved the movie room too!! Would definitely stay here again if we had the chance. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place, plenty of space for everyone. Will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a great stay at this house! It was super spacious and had a welcoming feel. There were plenty of games and puzzles to keep everyone entertained, which was a nice bonus. The welcome basket was a lovely touch and made us feel right at home. Kate was great with communication - clear instructions and quick to respond if we had any questions. Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025