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Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve

Maungatautari apartment with kitchen

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Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels, shampoo
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom12 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Maungatautari, Waikato

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About the area

Maungatautari

In Maungatautari .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Karapiro and 6 miles (10 km) of Maungatautari Ecological Island with a stay here. The Red Barn is within 6 miles (10 km) and Waikato River is within 9 miles (15 km).
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Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boatshed Karapiro - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rhubarb Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • The Red Barn
  • ‪Fitzgerald Glade Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Boatshed - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve

About this spaceYou'll also have access to the Summer House for cooking and dining, making our retreat perfect for couples, families or groups.Whether visiting Hobbiton, Lake Karapiro or Cambridge, discover why many return to our Horahora Bed & Breakfast.This listing books the Fantail Room only - please see other listings to book the Tui Room and Family Studio rooms in addition. The space Garden Cottage - Fantail Room is a studio style room with Queen bed to sleep two.It has an en-suite bathroom, TV, Fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. All rooms have access to the fully equipped outdoor kitchen, complete with BBQ and dishwasher, covered entertainment area and outdoor fire.Guests can self-cater and are welcome to use our fresh vegetables from the garden (seasonal).Breakfast cereal and milk provided. You can chill out with the native birds and trees, or drink Champagne overlooking the countryside while the sun sets. Kids have lots to do with plenty of space to run around! Each Cottage Room has its own entrance, but they all open onto the central gardens, making it ideal for groups to share the occasion. This is one of two Garden Cottage rooms available to book. See other listings to book Tui Room and Family Studio.

Guest access: All of our guests have their own private accommodation with shared access to the country garden, out door kitchen and entertainment area.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

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
  • Unit size: 129 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Rules

N/A

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: obly with prior consent

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Only organised events by prior consent

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: only organised events by prior consent
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10. Note from host: only organised events by prior consent

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
100007545

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve to the airport?

This apartment is 28.4 mi (37-min drive) away from the Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve?

As of Jun 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve on Jul 2, 2026 start from CA $160, excluding 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.

Does Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve offer free breakfast?

Yes, this apartment offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve to downtown Maungatautari?

This apartment is 4.1 mi away from Maungatautari.

Fantail Cottage - 1 of 3 in a country garden bordering a native reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Farm/ cottage stay

I really enjoyed my stay it was great to have the option of a home cooked meal or the use of the out side kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matt K.

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

Lovely stay

A delightful base from which to experience Karapiro
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice little place, quiet location. I liked the outdoor kitchen, wish i could have fired up the pizza oven but it was raining! Love the vege garden
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

The H.

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

Short getaway from akld

Great as a base to explore the surrounds such as sanctuary mtn
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha K.

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

B&B overnight

Beautiful property with amazingly kind hosts. Dinner meal was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre D.

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

Stay while bikepcking trip

greatt spot, easy friendly reception, quite and peaceful, excellent facilities. will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya V.

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

NZ Cottage

Very nice, the grounds were lovely and just as described in the listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deborah A.

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

Great get away

Can see that would be a lovely destination to stay put at for a few days. Was a little further out of Cambridge than we would have liked for this stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan G.

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

Country garden

Lovely quiet place and friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiri B.

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

Idyllic country cottage

Such a cute little cottage in a beautiful country garden setting. Huge shower, comfy bed, covered outdoor kitchen. Loved it here!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley K.

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

Quiet and well-appointed.

Very friendly host. Provided lovely breakfast with stewed apples - a pleasant bonus. Enjoyed the beautiful rural setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Beautiful, peaceful spot

We had a wonderful time here as a stop off on our honeymoon. The views are gorgeous and Mary and family were incredibly accommodating. We loved having homemade treats with breakfast in the outdoor kitchen. Finn the dog was an energetic delight to greet us home :) fully recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

FANTAIL COTTAGE

Very comfortable and great country area!! Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Brent W.

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

Awesome stay with Finn

We had a great stay even though it was only for a night, we still felt like family. We were greeted by Finn (the dog) who suckered us into playing fetch with him 100 times, which was awesome. We also had a home cooked meal with the family, which was great and I would highly recommend doing it as well. Almost all the food was grown right on the property and you could tell by the taste!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Just what we were looking for

Very convenient for our stay. Appreciated the quiet surrounds and being able to pick vegetables out of the garden which was a real treat. Bed was comfortable and linen was excellent. Shower was great and very spacious. Cooking elements would be a helpful addition though the bbq was great and there were other cooking methods eg electric frypan. Friendly hosts. Lovely area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Janet P.

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

Tiny delightful piece old fashioned New Zealand

As winter gets a grip, tiny Fantail Cottage soon warms up. Small but extremely comfortable. Views & veg garden very special. In heaven with the bird life. Given great ideas from the host for exploring. Beautiful, peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kath H.

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

Beautiful rural property.

We really enjoyed the kitchen and seating that is under cover but outdoors. A delightful evening absorbing the ambiance. Able to choose from the extensive vegetable gardens to add to our meals and breakfast goodies supplied. Roses to smell and our little dog settled in well. Thank you for sharing this delightful property .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra D.

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

Charming Country Cottage

Loved staying at this garden oasis. It was peaceful and quiet with the most hospitable hosts. We were close to town but out in the country, able to see star-filled skies and sunrises and be awakened by birds. We felt at home and enjoyed the outdoor kitchen, fireplace and rolling hills. Our hosts were very accommodating, Sharing the history of the area and telling us about nearby attractions like the Sanctuary Mountain and Arapuni Swing Bridge. We loved our stay while at an international dragon boat festival at Lake Karapiro.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith D.

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

Lovely rural cottages

Mary the host and her Mum Rosemary were great and very obliging. We had access to a huge vegetable garden and made great use of it. Stir fry veggies one night and delicious vegetable chowder on another. The spacious kitchen was in a covered timber room facing the garden. Huge fridge freezer and every possible pot, pan and utensil. There were 4 of us from Australia and we’re sorry to leave. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don K.

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

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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alley P.

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

Mini Escape

We were looking for some peace and quiet after a hectic few weeks and found it here. Comfortable, clean with the most beautiful vegetables garden and quails running around in the morning. Thank you for giving us an opportunity to recharge our batteries.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

On the way to the Shire

Get place for a short break. Need to come back to explore the area
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

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

Fabulous overnight stay

Loved the property and the excellent attentive care that Mary gave on our arrival and in the morning. Would definitely recommend to others, and would love to come back again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Quaint cottage

Great hosts , in lovely farm setting , comfortable with nice homely touches .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020