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Essene Country Lodge, Entire Private Home 3 Bedrooms • 2 Lounges • 2 Bathrooms

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Consider a stay at Essene Country Lodge, Entire Private Home 3 Bedrooms • 2 Lounges • 2 Bathrooms and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Essene Country Lodge, Entire Private Home 3 Bedrooms • 2 Lounges • 2 Bathrooms

  • You are reserving the entire private home exclusively for your group.
    Essene Country Lodge includes all 3 bedrooms, 2 lounges, full kitchen and 2 bathrooms — this is not a shared stay and no areas are excluded.

    Ideal for couples, families, small groups and travellers wanting space, privacy and easy access to Hamilton Airport and Cambridge.

    Outdoor spa • Private and spacious • Proximity to popular destinations
    Classic country living • Outdoor dining areas • Quality linen supplied • Fully equiped kitchen

    Rural WiFi • Excellent for groups and families • Professional host • Grazing farm animals

    Beautiful private and spacious home with vast country views and an outdoor spa
    Classic country living with grazing animals
    Excellent for small families and couples - weekend explorers! Your pet is welcomed once approved.

    Essene Country Lodge offers a satisfying escape to the countryside for those who enjoy peace, privacy and tranquility. For those who like to relax, you can daydream by the stream, read in the garden or simply meander down to the chooks and forage in the garden.

    The newly designed spacious home is carefully positioned on 1.6 hectares of heritage land fully surrounded in mature trees.

    On offer is three bedrooms one queen bedroom, one king ensuite room, and two king singles in the third room, large bathroom including full bath and shower, two lounges,

    Conveniently positioned close to Mystery Creek event centre, the Avantidrome and other nearby attractions include; Hobbiton (30 mins), Glowworm caves (50 mins) and Lake Karapiro (15 mins).

    Special conditions: Smoking is not permitted and although family events of guests are accepted - large parties are not permitted.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not 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 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

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Check-in

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

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 to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
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 Parties allowed. Quiet time 11pm to 6am
No extra guests staying over
If you damage or break the property or contents you may be charged $450.00 being my insurance excess.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: An additional guest fee applies to children over 2

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Ohaupo, this holiday home is in a rural area. Kartsport Hamilton and Riverside Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit TreeChurch and Gardens and Monavale Blueberries. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Grassroots Trust Velodrome or Seddon Park. Visit our Ohaupo travel guide
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Ohaupo, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Waikato River
    Waikato River
    5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • TreeChurch and Gardens
    4 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Kartsport Hamilton
    6 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Mystery Creek Events Centre
    7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Riverside Golf Club
    10 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Propeller Restaurant & Bar
    7 min drive
  • The Boundary Restaurant + Bar
    9 min drive
  • Mixture Eatery
    10 min drive
  • Mavis & Co
    7 min drive
  • Clementine
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Essene Country Lodge, Entire Private Home 3 Bedrooms • 2 Lounges • 2 Bathrooms pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Essene Country Lodge, Entire Private Home 3 Bedrooms • 2 Lounges • 2 Bathrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Essene Country Lodge, Entire Private Home 3 Bedrooms • 2 Lounges • 2 Bathrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Essene Country Lodge, Entire Private Home 3 Bedrooms • 2 Lounges • 2 Bathrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Essene Country Lodge, Entire Private Home 3 Bedrooms • 2 Lounges • 2 Bathrooms located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from TreeChurch and Gardens and within 6 miles (10 km) of Mystery Creek Events Centre and Waikato River. Kartsport Hamilton and Riverside Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Essene Country Lodge, Entire Private Home 3 Bedrooms • 2 Lounges • 2 Bathrooms Reviews

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9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Husain A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seamless experience and amazing hosts. Thank you for giving us such an amazing and relaxing Easter holiday. We loved the house, the land, the trees and fruits, the chickens, the spa, the fire, everything was great. We’ll definitely be back again and highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Kent S.

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

Peaceful

Nice peaceful property. Thank You.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Gr8 overall
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026