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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Internet access
  • Living area

Explore the area

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Paeroa, Paeroa
  • Place, Paeroa Arts Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Whangamata Beach
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Lounge

1 Double Futon

Master Bed

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

The Guard's Cottage at The Refinery

The Refinery is full of history. Built in 1914 to refine gold from the Waihi mine, it is a beautiful light-filled gallery-like space with exposed wooden beams and white concrete walls.
This houses our cafe 'The Refinery' (open Wed-Sun) where you are invited to enjoy a coffee and breakfast to fuel your holiday adventures.
The separate cottage is comfortable and private while still having access to the rest of the property and the convenience of being right in the heart of Paeroa. Minutes walk to all the antique shops, restaurants and, of course, the Hauraki Rail Trail.
The cottage is decorated in a retro style with plenty of books, pottery and kiwiana treasures. Ideal for a 2-3 adults or a couple with 1-2 kids. A giant avocado tree is just outside the door along with many other fruit trees dotted about the property.
The Karangahake Gorge is just a few minutes drive away with fantastic walks, swimming holes, and cycle paths to enjoy.
A little further on is historic Waihi and Waihi beach for swimming and surfing.
Just an hour and a half from Auckland-Paeroa is a great base for exploring the area.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only
Pets allowed with prior approval
Off-street parking available with prior approval

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20025869
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 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

About the area

Paeroa

Paeroa is home to this cottage. 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 Whangamata Marina. Paeroa Arts Centre and Te Aroha Leisure Pools are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Paeroa, Paeroa

What's nearby

  • Paeroa Arts Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Karangahake Gorge - 15 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Miranda Hot Springs - 36 min drive - 53.4 km
  • Whangamata Beach - 41 min drive - 60.6 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L&P Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Providence Pantry - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Waikino Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Woolworths - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Guard's Cottage at The Refinery pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Guard's Cottage at The Refinery?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Guard's Cottage at The Refinery on 8 June 2026 start from NZ$143, 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 The Guard's Cottage at The Refinery?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Guard's Cottage at The Refinery?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Guard's Cottage at The Refinery?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Guard's Cottage at The Refinery located?

Situated in Paeroa, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Paeroa Arts Centre and Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides. Karangahake Gorge and Owharoa Falls are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice neat cottage. Overall a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot with shady outdoor area and great cafe round the front!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Maxine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location, although it's in the centre of Paeroa it was very quiet. Plenty of dog walks nearby. The cottage was as we expected. It had everything we needed, except for a tin opener.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen needs more cutlery and water tastes funny out of tape but awesome hosts awesome interesting place to stay lovely town and lovely hosts
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim n.

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

Fantastic

Lovely place, so cosy and comfortable - everything has been thought of! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Edith Ann S.

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

Peaceful spot

We had a lovely stay. It’s so peaceful and comfortable. I would highly recommend staying at this cottage and use it as your base for exploring the Coromandel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Great place to stay

Wonderful cottage in a great central location. There were some yummy treats waiting for us when we arrived, which was lovely.The rooms were well laid out; the bed was very comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed. All in all, a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Avocados galore!

Comfortable, convenient, clean, had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark R.

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

Paeroa Cottage

If you’re after a central location for biking / exploring around Paeroa then the Guard’s Cottage will fit the bill perfectly!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sue y.

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

Christmas stay

Lovely stay, well equipped kitchen, lovely hosts, the only negative was the sofa bed being uncomfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation was comfy and warm. It is quite basic but has all you need for a base to explore the area. I'd have said 4 guests would be pushing it though. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene W.

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

Comfortable , relaxing stay

It was a delight to be welcomed with delicious baking. The accomodation was comfortable and close to town, but surprisingly quiet. It was also close to the to the cycle trail. Next time we’ll visit when the next door cafe is open . . .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Great

Suited our needs perfectly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

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

Perfect Place to Stay in Paeroa

We had a terrific stay at the refinery with Nicky and Mike. Our cottage had everything we needed and more. They have thought of everything. The bed was comfortable and the towels were wonderful. We loved the garden with the avacado tree. We will come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 January 2024
Thanks Vicki. It was such a pleasure to host you both. I loved our chats! I hope you are enjoying the rest of your trip and please come and stay again. Warm regards, Nicky
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

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

great place to stay

A wonderful place for our dogs to roam.The garden was a relaxing place to sit and relax The advocado tree was handy for shade however the baby avos falling on our heads wasnt too good!!! There were day trips for a change of scenery.Lots of choice for cafes and eateries. The cafe on site was 5 star the staff friendly food delicious!!! The kitchen was well equipped Bathroom and towels top notch!! Would return there soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trudy B.

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

Hidden Gem

The cottage was easy to find and in such a cute little area. The two cars parked up the same drive made it a little difficult to get through but nothing major. The photos dont do it justice as this cottage is so gorgeous. The treats on arrive were a much welcomed surprise. Will absolutely stay again. Highly recommend A
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish P.

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

Great little stay

My friend with a little dog and I enjoyed our stay in this little back cottage like stay behind the Refinery. I opted to sleep on the couch which was very comfortable if you didn't sleep in the middle 😉 which is standard for any couch like this. Great location with a park to walk your fur baby across the road, easy walk to the shops and the food at the cafe is yummy for a quick bite. Also, we liked the little cake treat in the kitchen for us when we arrived. The avocado tree is amazing!!! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant B.

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

Highly recommended

Cute cottage - we'd definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra L.

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

Great little pad

Clean, affordable, friendly and thoughtful bach. Paeroa is a little gem of a place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent H.

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

Cottage gem!

My teenage daughter and I both loved our stay here. This place has everything we needed for a weekend in town, and the Refinery Cafe literally next door was a great breakfast option. I'll definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hollie L.

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

Quiet Hideaway

Loved it! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa W.

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

Clean, comfortable cottage with lovely touches from the host. Easy check in and great location!

Had a lovely stay here for two nights and the cottage had everything we needed. Less than 1 minute walk to the town shops. The cottage was clean and comfortable and the host added nice touches too. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hannah f.

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

Lovely spot

Excellent place to stay with a lovely cafe that is dog friendly next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda K.

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

Quality accommodation with retro vibe

Stylish, comfy, friendly. Very thoughtful, professional and clean set up. Everything you need in a great location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole f.

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

Great spot

Loved this little cosy space. We were two kids (6 and 8) and two adults. Space worked out well for us. Having the cafe next door was amazing! Would absolutely rent again. Lovely little afternoon tea provided on our first day as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by nicory907

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What makes this property unique

A short drive to Karangahake Gorge, Waihi and Waihi Beach

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