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3 bed country cottage

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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  • Place, Karangahake Gorge
  • Place, Owharoa Falls
  • Place, The Waterlily Gardens

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

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.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties. No extra people using the facilities without permission.

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. Seddon St and Martha Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gilmour Reserve and Karangahake Gorge. 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 - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • The Waterlily Gardens - 10 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Martha Mine - 17 min drive - 16.0 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.

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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 170 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 170 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

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

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

Ashleigh K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the vintage decor and the cottage was super cute. There was a friendly cat that came to visit everyday which made my day too! We didn’t get to use the spa unfortunately because of the bad weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

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

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

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

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great comfy cottage. Hot tub lovely at night. Great play area for kids. Awesome holiday on rail trail and tracks. Thanks Mike
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawson F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little place really enjoyed our stay here. Excellent communication and easy access. Will book again if we stay in this area again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bridget B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage, interesting decor, great location. Prompt communication with host. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen R.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Spa pool didn't work the whole time we were there. And no compensation was offered. There was also possibly rats in the walls (sounded way too big for mice).Cottage was cute but to cluttered with trinkets - some where very dusty.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

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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