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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Karangahake, Waikato
  • Karangahake Gorge
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Owharoa Falls
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • The Waterlily Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3 bed country cottage

Sleeps up to six. One queen bed and 4 singles.
Please note: Nightly rate is for one or two people. Extra guests are charged $25.00 per night.
Old 1930s cottage nestled in the stunning historic Karangahake Gorge hamlet. With open views to Mt Karangahake.
Fully equiped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave etc. TV with chromecast, DVD player and freeview. Free wifi. Heat pump and woodburner.
Hot tub, outdoor area, children's play area.

3 mins walk to the Karangahake reserve swingbridge and historic goldmining walks.

For children there is a play area up at the Karangahake School just a few minutes walk. Access only outside of school hours.

Rail trail cycleway 5 mins walk. Falls Retreat restaurant and Waikino Tavern restaurant 5 mins drive. Waihi Beach 20 mins drive.

Supermarkets, fastfood, restaurants, etc in Paeroa 5 mins drive and Waihi 10mins drive.

Whangamata Beach 40min drive.

Property manager

Mike Lloyd
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Karangahake

Located in Karangahake, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery and Waihi Arts Centre & Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides and Athenree Hot Springs. Travelling with kids? Consider Goldfields Railway and Te Aroha Leisure Pools.
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Karangahake, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Karangahake Gorge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Owharoa Falls - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • The Waterlily Gardens - 7 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Whangamata Beach - 46 min drive - 43.7 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L & P Cafe & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Court Yard Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Providence Pantry - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The E'Ronnie Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 bed country cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 3 bed country cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is 3 bed country cottage located?

This family-friendly Karangahake cottage is located on a river, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Karangahake Gorge, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Owharoa Falls and Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides. Goldfields Railway and Gilmour Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 154 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paeroa & Coromandel Holiday

Great location by the gorge, easy access to walks and cycle trail. A lovely cottage & spa pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winsome

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super good cottage
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday get-away

Charming cottage but very spacious ,with all the mod cons -exactly what we wanted. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great reset for the family

We had a great time and made lots of beautiful memories together as a family. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stop over and explore

Had a great stay in a house that had everything we needed. Very cute cottage and loved the lush backyard and kids especially loved the spa pool. Had a great time exploring the old mines before heading up north. Lovely host as well!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

A lovely, rustic, comfy and welcoming place to stay. Perfect location for biking and exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabine N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

The cottage was stunning! We loved our stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay.

Loved the hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

ArohaW W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location

Great place to stay so close to the Hauraki Rail Trail and great owners who keep in touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend cottage stay

Very cute cottage to stay in. Has everything one would need. Loved the spa and its surroundings!! Great little spot for a weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short weekend stay

Great quiet location across form the gorge. Well equipped house clean tidy and warm!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

A great place when on the Hauraki Cycle Trail
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

vickie w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little slice of paradise

So tranquil and beautiful. Listening to all the birds while soaking in the hot tub is just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family

Amazing place. Whole family loved the stay and we will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gold

Wonderful period cottage in a fascinating and historic area. Extremely comfortable home and a convenient location to explore the region. Loved the home feel. Very well outfitted. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pastor Craig and Winnie P., Mairangi Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and surroundings

The place was amazing and Mike was only too willing to help. We would highly recommend staying there, as it was a hidden little paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome cottage

Awesome stay, lovely property, with bike trail right on the doorstep
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls hiking trip

Wonderful cottage for our stay. Clean, tidy ,well equipped, the most comfy beds and beautiful gardens. Hot tub was fab after our hike. Great hosts and communication. Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back with family. Many thanks…
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roeline K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, lovely environment, loved the hot tub

We had a very pleasant stay in this charming house. Has absolutely everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AWESOME AS ALWAYS

Shhhhhhhhh! We want to keep this place a secret. This is our go-to place to stay when we want a quick escape from Auckland and all the noise. Perfect location for access to walk, Waihi and Paeroa 10 mins either way for conveniences.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing, thank you very much!

Thank you so much, we enjoyed our stay! Beautiful cottage, great place. We will be happy to come back and stay longer 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a pleasure

Perfect place for a relaxing holiday. Easy access to walks, Paeroa and Waihi close by, great house and garden and bonus hot tub. Have stayed a few times now, and will be back again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful cottage

Lovely homely cottage, hot tub was a bonus after busy days enjoying the beautiful walks close by. Comfy beds & all the home comforts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy

Lovely wee place, perfect base for our adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Helena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Biking weekend in the gorge

Excellent location to do day rides on the hauraki rail trail. Thoroughly enjoyed the trip. House was cosy, clean and comfy. Kids loved the treehouse and spa too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mike Lloyd

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Lesley is originally from Auckland, and Mike is from Lower Hutt.
We have travelled a lot and lived in various places around New Zealand. We also lived for several years in the Cheshire area of UK.

What makes this property unique

Karangahake is an excellent place to base your visit to the greater Coromandel area. Equidistant from Tauranga, Hamilton and Auckland, all about 1 hrs drive. The area is surrounded by some amazing and popular leisure activities, with the cycle way and extensive walking tracks starting only a few minutes walk from the cottage.
The popular and family friendly Waihi Beach is only 20 mins drive away.

Languages:

English

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