10/10 Excellent
Allie G.
12 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the gorgeous Barn and Bivvy
Allie G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Entire home
Panoramic mountain and rural views - central to key destinations
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11300 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Te Awamutu, Waikato
- Place, Te Awamutu Museum6 min drive
- Place, Mystery Creek Events Centre19 min drive
- Place, Waikato Hospital26 min drive
- Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Kakepuku Room
1 Queen Bed
Ngaroto Room
1 King Bed
Pirongia Room
1 Queen Bed
Te Kawa Room
1 King Bed
The Bivvy
1 Queen Bed
Waitetuna Windmills Room
1 Single Bed
4 bathrooms
Ngaroto Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Te Kawa Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
The Bivvy Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Up Stairs Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Panoramic mountain and rural views - central to key destinations
Welcome to The Barn & Bivvy -
centrally located for all your favourite destinations:
* 5 minutes to Te Awamutu and Lake Ngaroto
* 20 minutes to Mystery Creek Fieldays and Hamilton Airport
* 25 minutes to Cambridge, the Velodrome, Lake Karapiro, Hamilton and the Hamilton NZ Temple
* 30 minutes to Maungatautari Sanctuary mountain
* Under an hour to Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Raglan, Kawhia’s Hot Water Beach and Lake Arapuni
* Around an hour and a half to Rotorua and Auckland airport.
The Barn & Bivvy – a tranquil rural escape with breathtaking views of Pirongia, Kakepuku, Te Kawa mountains and surrounding countryside. Relax in the spa, gather around the fire pit, and enjoy fresh eggs from the coop.
The Barn and Bivvy is a blend of warmth and comfort — high ceilings, sun-drenched open-plan living, and window views that feel like artwork. Upstairs, sink into the private luxury of the Ngaroto Room with your own ensuite and cosy reading nook. Downstairs, Te Kawa Room connects directly to a spacious bathroom — ideal for peaceful nights after exploring the region.
Soak under the stars in the outdoor spa. Share wine, roasted marshmallows and laughter beside the crackling fire pit.
The Barn and Bivvy is perfect for family reunions, friend getaways, or even team retreats.
This is the stay that makes you say, “Why didn’t we book longer?”
Secure your dates now and experience the wonder of Waikato’s best-kept secret.
centrally located for all your favourite destinations:
* 5 minutes to Te Awamutu and Lake Ngaroto
* 20 minutes to Mystery Creek Fieldays and Hamilton Airport
* 25 minutes to Cambridge, the Velodrome, Lake Karapiro, Hamilton and the Hamilton NZ Temple
* 30 minutes to Maungatautari Sanctuary mountain
* Under an hour to Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Raglan, Kawhia’s Hot Water Beach and Lake Arapuni
* Around an hour and a half to Rotorua and Auckland airport.
The Barn & Bivvy – a tranquil rural escape with breathtaking views of Pirongia, Kakepuku, Te Kawa mountains and surrounding countryside. Relax in the spa, gather around the fire pit, and enjoy fresh eggs from the coop.
The Barn and Bivvy is a blend of warmth and comfort — high ceilings, sun-drenched open-plan living, and window views that feel like artwork. Upstairs, sink into the private luxury of the Ngaroto Room with your own ensuite and cosy reading nook. Downstairs, Te Kawa Room connects directly to a spacious bathroom — ideal for peaceful nights after exploring the region.
Soak under the stars in the outdoor spa. Share wine, roasted marshmallows and laughter beside the crackling fire pit.
The Barn and Bivvy is perfect for family reunions, friend getaways, or even team retreats.
This is the stay that makes you say, “Why didn’t we book longer?”
Secure your dates now and experience the wonder of Waikato’s best-kept secret.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Additional chicken food is provided.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Te Awamutu
Located in Te Awamutu, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Alphra Lavenders and Waikato River, while Te Awamutu Museum and Cambridge Museum are cultural highlights. TreeChurch and Gardens and Monavale Blueberries are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and cycling.
Te Awamutu, Waikato
What's nearby
- Te Awamutu Museum - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
- Mystery Creek Events Centre - 19 min drive - 25.4 km
- Waikato Hospital - 26 min drive - 33.3 km
- Hamilton Gardens - 29 min drive - 34.7 km
- SkyCity Hamilton - 30 min drive - 36.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Viands Bakery - 11 min drive
- Mountainview Bakery and Hot Food - 7 min drive
- Mountain Folk - 8 min drive
- The Good Sushi - 5 min drive
- Kiwi Pies - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Louissa F.
16 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Louissa F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
5 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barn & Bivvy
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rewa U.
24 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for work group stay
Rewa U.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jimmy V.
11 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and Beautiful property
Jimmy V.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Andrew and Michelle
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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