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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Waihi, Waikato
  • Owharoa Falls
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • The Waterlily Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Karangahake Gorge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Wood Pigeon Cottage- Pet friendly 2kms from Hauraki Rail Trail-Free Breakfast

Private tidy cottage in a peaceful, rural setting on 3 acres-with a boundary stream. Cottage is away from main house. Covered patio with bbq and outdoor furniture-looking over rural views. Kitchen has all utensils, pots, pans, microwave, cooktop, Breville oven, mini fridge/freezer, separate bedroom, bathroom, foyer entrance to sit and read or store bikes-Longe/living area with TV and CD player. hobby grapevines with Amy Winehouse available for guests to use. Owharoa waterfall, river and tramping within minutes including the amazing Dickies Flat walk down to Karangahake . Restaurant ( Falls Retreat),Waikino Pub and Waikino Railway Cafe within 2km. We are happy for guests to bring their dog-but must be on a lead when walking the property. Free breakfast-our farm eggs, bread, juice ,and other choices. Coffee/Tea provided. Wifi available but poor cell phone reception unless you have Wifi Calling on your phone but available 200 metres down the road.We do have 2 electric bikes for hiring…that can be organised on arrival.Auckland Airport125 kms, Waihi 10 minutes, Waihi Beach 20 minutes, Hauraki Rail trail< 5 minutes, Karangahake windows walk, 5kms, Access to Kaimai-Mamakau National park 4 kms, Tauranga 60 km, Whangamata Beach 40kms. There are also Restaurants and Cafes in both Paeroa and Waihi as well Waihi Beach.

Property manager

Lynley
Premier Host

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

About the area

Waihi

Located in Waikino, a neighbourhood in Waihi, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Seddon St and Martha Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gilmour Reserve and Haiku Park. Goldfields Railway and Te Aroha Leisure Pools are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, cycling and hiking.
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Waihi, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Owharoa Falls - 1 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Waterlily Gardens - 4 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Karangahake Gorge - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery - 8 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Martha Mine - 8 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ti Tree Cafe and Wine Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thai Lemongrass Restaurant and Takeaway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Waikino Station Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wood Pigeon Cottage- Pet friendly 2kms from Hauraki Rail Trail-Free Breakfast pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Wood Pigeon Cottage- Pet friendly 2kms from Hauraki Rail Trail-Free Breakfast?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wood Pigeon Cottage- Pet friendly 2kms from Hauraki Rail Trail-Free Breakfast?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wood Pigeon Cottage- Pet friendly 2kms from Hauraki Rail Trail-Free Breakfast located?

Located in Waikino, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Owharoa Falls and within 9 miles (15 km) of Karangahake Gorge and Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery. Waihi Arts Centre & Museum and Gilmour Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Great Getaway

We had a great stay. Highly recommend to all!! Especially if you have dogs. What a great place and great hosts. Lynley and Dan thank you very much for making us feel so welcome!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya R.

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

Peacefull spot. Great hosts.

Enjoyed the property and location. Loved that we could take our dog. Was lovely to meet Dan and Lynly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rishi R.

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

Great Bach, fantastic location

Absolutely enjoyed the stay, it was everything expected and more. The hosts are super friendly! Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

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

Perfect - and dog friendly

A beautiful, tranquil spot, close to lots of walks and bike rides. Lynley and Dan were great hosts - and our dog got to have crazy run arounds with Mia and Gigi.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wood Pigeon Cottage was a delightful experience. The hosts were extremely accommodating and made us feel very welcome to enjoy the entire property. Their hospitality and all of the comforting touches were such a treat. It was a perfect place to stay for exploring the Karangahake Gorge and nearby waterfalls. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ruth e.

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

Idyllic spot

Idyllic outlook and generous hosts, we had a lovely stay. Thank you for all the extra touches that made it feel special. The eggs were delicious! Clean, tidy and pretty place with everything you need and more. Great location close to gorge walks and less than 20mins to waihi beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikita H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Lovely little place, nice view of farm
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie v.

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

Long-weekend stay

Great location for exploring the Karangahake Gorge. Super cute cottage and love that it was dog-friendly, so we could bring our whole little family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie O.

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

Wonderful in Waikino

Lovely cottage, quiet surrounds, so much to do. Host was absolutely wonderful and we were well looked after. We can highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

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

Amazing

Lynley and her husband are amazing hosts We recommend this stay to everybody. We had an amazing expereince one they will bring you back again and again. Thanks for everything your place is in our eyes outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

esther e.

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

Peaceful retreat

We loved our stay, beautiful grounds, and spent alot of time at the beach and the falls swimming. Dan and lenley wonderful hosts we are planning another trip there in the near future Nga mihi nui
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant get-away

We wanted a relaxing weekend and that is what we got. Kitchen well equipped, bed comfortable, owner very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim n.

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

simply gorgeous!

Beautiful location and a lovely, cosy and welcoming cottage. Everything has been thought of and there are special little touches everywhere. Communication with the host was great and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth L.

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

Karangahake Gorge Weekend

Lynley and Dan were wonderful hosts: warmly welcoming and helpful way beyond our expectations. We loved this place and our time away there. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genny W.

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

Home away from home

Although wet had a wonderful relaxing stay. Real down time in somewhere that felt like a home away from home. Lynley and Dan are great hosts and gave recommendations on where to go and where I could take my dog. Will definitely stay again as still have some walks to do. The breakfast goodies were really appreciated. I highly recommend staying here
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lamanda B.

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

Our trip to Wood Pigeon Cottage

Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful tranquil haven. Everything was perfect and just what we needed to relax and recharge. We also enjoyed the local area, the lovely walks and the friendly pub nearby. There are many interesting places to explore nearby so lots are on offer for a great place for a getaway! Thanks again for everything, we would love to come back one day soon and highly recommend a visit to anyone!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alistair N.

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

Very nice

Tidy out of the way cottage close to walking trails Waihi and Paeroa
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

norman k.

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

great

excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

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

Lovely spot, great owners

Great location, cute cottage with everything you need. Owners were lovely, lots of extra touches with thoughtfully stocked breakfast supplies. Quiet and relaxing. Had a blast with my dog Vox, exploring the great walks 2mins away. Thanks for a lovely weekend (and lots of pats for Vox).
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope B.

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

Pigeon Cottage

Lovely peaceful and restful location. My little dog felt very at home and made new friends I chose the cottage because well priced, fabulous location close to walks, waterfalls the river and beaches. The cottage is cosy and well equipped with all you need. Linley and Dan are welcoming hosts, very accomodating and friendly. Enjoyed my stay and went home refreshed
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

This place is a pocket of paradise , private, peaceful, and comfortable, it has everything you need!

Paradise by the river, peaceful and calming. The breakfast offered as part of your stay the fresh homegrown eggs are something else. The waterfall just down the Rd is one of the most amazing experiences I’ve had! The house is comfortable with everything you need, I really appreciated there wonderful home and lovely hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

Relaxing

Wonderful relaxing stay at Pigeon Cottage. Beautifully decorated cottage and everything we needed was there, including farm fresh eggs and vogals for breakfast. The host was so welcoming and super friendly. Such a delightful stay with lots to do in the area. Our dogs felt very much at home. We are keen to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tabby T.

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

Cottage In The Country

We had a wonderful 4 nights at Pigeon Cottage in Waihi with our two Corgis, Emma and Isla. The owners of this property are so lovely and very helpful. There was everything in the Kitchen we needed for Breakfast plus other treats. I would recommend this Bookabach to everyone who needs a quiet peaceful few days in the Country. Cant wait to come back again Diane, Tabby, Emma and Isla
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Caitlin F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Explore karangahake

Wood pigeon cottage is in an ideal location for exploring the area. There's a ton of adventures close by. The host is very communicative and the whole process of checking in was easy. The place could do with a bit of a clean around the edges but was comfortable, peaceful and sunny. Just note there's no door between the bedroom and living area if you're taking kids. Thanks for the lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L., Tauranga, New Zealand

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

Peaceful cottage

Peaceful cottage in a lively setting. Owner was so helpful and accommodating. Provided a lovely clean and well decorated cottage. Fresh eggs from the home hens very welcome. Slept peacefully. Loved our stay and will go back one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lynley

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Dan and I have lived on this 3 acre property for 24 years. We are now both semi-retired and enjoy gardening, golf, boating, fishing, travelling and trying different wines. Having raised a family here, we now share it with Ed-the cat, Mia our Schnoodle and our free range chickens. Dan has planted a hobby vineyard and has built Amy Winehouse-where guests are free to come and use and enjoy the evening sun.

Why they chose this property

Wood Pigeon Cottage has been rented out for the past 3 years to many guests from different parts of NZ and overseas. Most people comment about the quiet, pretty rural setting with the easy access to many out door activities-particularly the Hauraki Rail Trail 2 kms down the road. With a free breakfast provided and the ability to use other options including a local restaurant, cafe and pub close by. Others are happy to drive into Waihi township-to other eateries, supermarket-or to venture down to a stunning restaurant on the waterfront of Waihi Surf beach

What makes this property unique

A very private tranquil setting on a rural properties

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