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1920s Character Home & Private Garden Retreat

Te Kuiti vacation home with kitchen

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Exterior
Property grounds
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a chandelier.
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1830 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Te Kūiti, Waikato Region
  • Place, Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Shearer
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Kuiti Railway Station
    ‪13 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Te Kuiti

In Te Kuiti .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro and Big Shearer. Te Kuiti Railway Station is within half a mile (1 km) and Opapake Pa is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Big Shearer - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Te Kuiti Railway Station - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 20 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari - 56 min drive - 52.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stoked Eatery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Roselands Farm and Garden Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Huhu Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bosco Café - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Golden Lantern Takeaways - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

1920s Character Home & Private Garden Retreat

A 1920s character home surrounded by private gardens and hidden away by native trees. Peaceful, spacious, and full of classic charm, this two-storey retreat sleeps up to 8 and offers warm timber interiors, cosy living spaces, and a calm, relaxing atmosphere.
The space
Hidden behind native trees and established gardens, this charming 1920s two-storey character home offers comfort, privacy and a peaceful sanctuary to unwind right in Te Kuiti – just minutes from the town centre and a short drive to Waitomo Caves.

Enjoy the quiet garden surroundings, birdlife, open lawn areas, and the calming, retreat-like feel of this historic home. With cosy timber interiors, generous living spaces, and room for up to 8 guests, it’s perfect for families, couples, small groups, or anyone wanting a relaxing base while exploring the region.

Spacious and welcoming, this home offers plenty of room to relax. Upstairs features two bedrooms and a cosy rumpus/lounge area, while downstairs includes two additional bedrooms, a light-filled living room, a fully equipped kitchen and dining space, a separate formal dining room for extra guests, a relaxing bathroom with both a shower and bathtub, and two separate toilets.

The front veranda offers a quiet outdoor sitting area, ideal for morning coffee and breakfast while listening to birdsong and enjoying garden views. In the afternoons, it’s the perfect place to relax with a book or a glass of wine, unwind in privacy, and embrace the calm, natural setting.

Well suited for families, professionals, travelling workers, and guests seeking a quiet, private stay.

This is a peaceful residential property and best suited to respectful guests.

Off-street parking available on site.

Guest access
Lockbox: at the front door of the property ensuring guests come and go as they please.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • 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.
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,830 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Shoes Inside. In respect of our Māori culture, shoes are not to be worn inside. Shoes can be place on the shoe rack.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is 1920s Character Home & Private Garden Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 43.2 mi (56-min drive) away from the Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 1920s Character Home & Private Garden Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does 1920s Character Home & Private Garden Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 1920s Character Home & Private Garden Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 1920s Character Home & Private Garden Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 1920s Character Home & Private Garden Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 1920s Character Home & Private Garden Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 1920s Character Home & Private Garden Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 1920s Character Home & Private Garden Retreat to downtown Te Kuiti?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Te Kuiti.