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3 bed country cottage

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor spa tub
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Nestled in Karangahake Gorge, this charming 1930s cottage offers a serene retreat for up to six guests. Enjoy open views of Mt Karangahake, unwind in the hot tub or explore the nearby historic goldmining walks just a short walk away.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

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 amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a river

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No parties. No extra people using the facilities without permission.

Pets

Pets not 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
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
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

Property is also known as

3 bed Country Cottage Karangahake
3 bed Country Karangahake
3 bed Country Cottage Cottage
3 bed Country Cottage Karangahake
3 bed Country Cottage Cottage Karangahake

About the area

Map
Karangahake, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Karangahake Gorge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Waterlily Gardens - 10 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Whangamata Beach - 39 min drive - 49.5 km
  • Miranda Hot Springs - 47 min drive - 62.3 km
  • Tauranga Domain - 56 min drive - 84.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪L&P Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪one3one - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Providence Pantry - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wakino Tavern - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 bed country cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3 bed country cottage?

As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 bed country cottage on 18 Nov 2025 start from AU$235.49, including 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.

How much is parking at 3 bed country cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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).

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3 bed country cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 170 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Sewing Retreat

Another great few days, enjoyed the hot tub
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

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

Awesome wee cottage.

Such a great nostalgic cottage- awesome location. Comfortable stay with roaring fire/hot tub - added to the experience. Definitely would recommend this accommodation to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

margaret F.

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

Lovely cottage

Well equipped cottage with everything you need for your stay. Loved the garden with the hot tub and how close it was to the walks in the Karangahake Gorge.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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

Louise P. P.

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

A joy to stay at.

A lovely little cottage which was clean, well equipped, accessible to walking tracks and a joy to stay at.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

DANE W.

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

Cute house

Sorry we only stayed one night. Great place for a family trip. House has everything you need. Great hiking across the street. Great trails!! Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Penni W.

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

Wedding in Paeroa

Good weee cottage. House smells a bit old but a lovely spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

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

Fanastic Gem!

This cottage was fantastic. Great location, private garden complete with hot tub, beautifully renovated space with quirky, tasteful pieces ( LOVED the shacklock!). The beds were very comfy, the rooms spacious, the kids loved the olde worlde decor and we cant wait to come back - only next time it will be for longer!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alina B., Auckland

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

Perfect place!

Thank you, Mike and Lesley! We loved this cosiest cottage ) It's really picturesque place and the smells in the morning are simply indescribable! The kitchen is well equipped, the hot tube was very handy! We'll back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim M., Australia

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

Superb house and location

The house and its facilities are spectacularly good. The garden is a delight (including a small and abundant herb garden to forage when using the well-appointed kitchen). My family loved the hot tub! The convenience for accessing the Gorge and its walking trails could not be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eva v., Whangārei

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

Workshop retreat

We were here as friends on a 4 day course which held 5mins away. Gorgeous house and location. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Sewing Retreat

Once again our time at the Cottage was amazing, we love the fireplace, comfy beds, hot tub, location and all the elements of a cosy cottage, thank you Mike and Lesley, we'll be back next year. Sue, Fiona and Robyn
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay at this absolutely gorgeous cottage. The garden is lovely and the spa in the back yard was the perfect way to finish the evening. Inside the house is a large kitchen with everything you need to cook. The house was spotless and tastefully decorated. Beds we comfortable. The cottage is walking distance to the gorge carpark and trails which is perfect if you were exploring the area. Only mistake we made was not staying long enough.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Family time

Bathroom at opposite end to bedrooms. Be prepared. House amazing. I thought I was living with my grandparents again. Butterflies everywhere, hot tub well usedby all. If you want to get away from everything this is the place. Perhaps at little piece of heaven???
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri M.

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

It has a hot pool!

We had a lovely winter getaway for a couple of days, and especially enjoyed the enormous hot tub. The walks nearby are great, but please note that cafe listed as being 2 mins away no longer exists, so you do need to drive to get food or walk the 6km or so one way to the Waikino Tavern. The house is old, but well kept and clean except for a funky smell in the rear room. Overall we had a great time and would recommend to anyone :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage, warm and clean and loved the old-worldly/heritage items/decor. Spa was so good after days of cycling. Waikino pub was also a hit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff D.

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

Lovely spot

Fantastic cottage and hosts very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Excellent stay.

Excellent stay, great communication, everything was as stated and the property is in a great location for the rail trail and walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mariëtte B.

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

Eclectic cottage with excellent location

The cottage was cute and decorated in an eclectic style. A mix of modern and vintage.The location was amazing being so close to all the nature walks and close to towns. It was a good weekend four our family with exploration, relaxation and family time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025