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Essene Country Lodge, Cambridge, Waikato, New Zealand

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Room
Room
Outdoor dining
Large bath and shower complimentary body & hand wash; shampoo & conditioner
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
AU$296
avg per night

Explore the area

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Cambridge, Hamilton
  • Place, TreeChurch and Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Waikato River
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mystery Creek Events Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Kaipaki Family

1 Single Bed

Meadow

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$296
avg per night

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About the area

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Located in Ohaupo, this guesthouse is in a rural area. Cambridge Museum and Te Awamutu Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Cambridge Farmers' Market and Hamilton Centre Place. TreeChurch and Gardens and Kartsport Hamilton are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • TreeChurch and Gardens - 4 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Waikato River - 4 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mystery Creek Events Centre - 5 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Kartsport Hamilton - 6 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Riverside Golf Club - 8 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yj Chinese Takeaway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Propeller Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪the octagon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Clementine - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mixture Eatery - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Essene Country Lodge, Cambridge, Waikato, New Zealand

Beautiful private and spacious 3 bedroom whole of house with vast country views and an outdoor spa
Classic country living with grazing animals next door.
Excellent for couples and small families and weekend explorers!

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 around with animals. Take a 5-minute stroll and you’ll be at the wonderful cafe.

The spacious prooerty is set on 1.6 hectares of heritage land fully surrounded in mature trees. This holiday rental is for two bedrooms, kitchenette, lounge and large bathroom; however on special events such as fielddays and weddings is rented out as whole of house.

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, parties and pets (prior approval) are not permitted.
Special conditions:
Important things to know
• Smoking, parties and pets (prior approval) are not permitted.
• All additional guests must be registered at the time of booking.
• Guests are to leave the property clean and tidy, as they found it.
• We recommend children are supervised when outside, particularly when near the stream.

Linen (included); Welcome Pack (tea, coffee, sugar, milo) (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: leave all used linen including sheets, towels, and pillow slips in the bath, and do the dishes before you leave; locking the doors and leaving the key in the key code box.

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children will be charged same additionalguest rate
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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

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Essene Country Lodge, Cambridge, Waikato, New Zealand pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Essene Country Lodge, Cambridge, Waikato, New Zealand?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essene Country Lodge, Cambridge, Waikato, New Zealand on 20 Apr 2026 start from AU$296, 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 Essene Country Lodge, Cambridge, Waikato, New Zealand?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Essene Country Lodge, Cambridge, Waikato, New Zealand?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Essene Country Lodge, Cambridge, Waikato, New Zealand?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Essene Country Lodge, Cambridge, Waikato, New Zealand located?

Situated in a rural location, this guesthouse is 2.4 mi (3.9 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).

Essene Country Lodge, Cambridge, Waikato, New Zealand Reviews

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 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy Z.

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

Great staying

Awesome house, enjoyed the staying
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and lovely surrounds. Thoughtfully appointed and very comfortable. Would recommend for work or holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

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

Restful and lovely getaway

The exact restful and quiet getaway we were looking for outside of Hamilton, but convenient to local sites and attractions (Hobbiton, Rotorua, Hamilton Gardens). Welcomed warmly by property owner, who was responsive and helpful with questions and needs. Fresh-picked fruit was waiting for us along with all necessities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

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

Perfect landing place in New Zealand

This was our first place in New Zealand. Accommodations were clean and comfortable and the hot tub outside, surrounded by farmland and Eucalyptus, was lovely. The birds were a welcome wake up and the sunrise stunning (They did have shades to block it out for late risers too) It was an easy drive to Hobbiton and the Waitimo caves. I’d stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely cottage and location

Super clean, comfortable and amazing location for a short break. Good facilities including pod coffee machine! Our only issue is that we thought we had booked a place sleeping 8; this was not the case as the owners now live in the adjacent cottage, but they could not have been more helpful with the provision of a sofa-bed (with memory foam mattress) for the lounge to allow our 5th person to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer h.

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

Rural treat

a little get away from it all, located in a beautiful rural setting but still close to everything. The owners are next door but we felt alone it was so quiet. Thank you again for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property, stunning brand new home.

Beautiful property, stunning brand new home. Had everything we needed for our 6mo old. Spa was lovely, kitchen fully equipped, 15-20mins to Cambridge/Countdown. Very clean and tidy, would definitely recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

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

Relaxation Plus.

Very relaxing thank you. Accommodation was top notch in a lovely natural setting - I haven't heard frogs croaking for a long time!Plenty of information about attractions in the area. Hamilton Gardens A1. Enjoyed brunch and a stroll in Cambridge and it was worth the distance in stunning counrtyside to Sanctuary mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalia M.

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

Ōhaupō Labour Weekend getaway

Beautiful grounds, especially delightful in spring with the clearest nighttime skies, complete with a fire pit (perfect for making s’mores and safely enjoying the primal parts of life) and outdoor hot tub (wonderful under the night sky). Practically, for more than a few nights stay and with many children, you need to be aware that there isn’t a laundry in the apartment (so be sure to pack enough clothes, or, be prepared to take a drive to Leamington to launder your clothes). I also wasn’t explicitly aware that the house was shared with the property owners (I possibly mis-read this on the listing), but Colleen and Bruce were very accommodating, understanding of little ones, and didn’t make us feel like we were in any way a nuisance. You’ll enjoy your stay here, without a doubt.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

carol n.

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

Pleasant stay

A quiet location with all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dene F.

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

Awesome place, awesome hosts

Enjoyed our stay, will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Dean M.

Stained sheets and a very uncomfortable master bed.

Stained sheets and a very uncomfortable master bed. A bad smell under the sink, left us wanting to wash dishes before even being used as permeated through under bench. Possible wasp nest under deck. Garden felt uncared for. Calling the place a "Lodge" going a bit far. Nice touch with the veggies (home grown) in the bowl on the table and some basics in pantry handy.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

The property was very relaxing, comfortable and well maintained.

The property was very relaxing, comfortable and well maintained. Being away from the road meant no road noise. Plenty of room for a family to spread out. It's a 5 minute walk to a cafe. I would have no hesitation in booking this property again. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay Thank you.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Delwyn S.

Our family loved our stay here.

Our family loved our stay here. Property was tidy and the kids loved the games and playing outside. We felt so relaxed and comfortable here, would definitely recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Saskia H.

This property is spacious, comfortable and modern.

This property is spacious, comfortable and modern. Well appointed. The location is tranquil, scenic and easy commute to Cambridge township. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this batch.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Nice quiet location very cozy

Nice quiet location very cozy
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Reshmi N.

Loved the lodge.

Loved the lodge. It was beautiful to stay in a place surrounded with such lush greenery. It was perfect with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms all kept very clean.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jemima M.

the location of essene lodge was fantastic.

the location of essene lodge was fantastic. Quiet location in the country but so close to everything you would ever need - hamilton + cambridge were super close and perfect for quick trips. 2 great cafes were close to get a coffee fix :)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The house is in a beautiful rural setting, and it is very tidy and comfortable.

The house is in a beautiful rural setting, and it is very tidy and comfortable.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property in a tranquil setting.

Beautiful property in a tranquil setting. All facilities were of an excellent quality and we loved having the spa pool to relax in at the end of the day. A home away from home; we'll definitely visit again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Essene Country Lodge is clean and comfortable and perfectly positioned in a quiet and peaceful local

Essene Country Lodge is clean and comfortable and perfectly positioned in a quiet and peaceful locale within easy reach of all that Cambridge and the whole Waikato region has to offer. Can thoroughly recommend this property for those wanting a scenic rural holiday.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very modern, lovely house.

Very modern, lovely house. Good sized yard & enjoyed the spa a lot!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed our 2 day stay so much.

We enjoyed our 2 day stay so much. We loved what they had done with the property. Everything wad spot on. We just wished we were there for longer. We felt so at home. We will be back. ????
Archival

8/10 Good

Modern and welcoming house.

Modern and welcoming house. I would suggest for future guests, a hairdryer is provided. As well as this, a can of flyspray- as the weather was warmer there were quite a few flies and bugs inside. Apart from this, the house was lovely to stay at again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very quiet, private and peaceful.

Very quiet, private and peaceful. Had all the amenities required - apart from a hairdryer! :)