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Pincots Cottage, Karapiro - Mountain Farm View

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Kitchen
Bedroom 1 King Bed
Kitchen with large breakfast bar
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Cambridge, WK
  • Place, Lake Karapiro
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Waikato River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sir Don Rowlands Centre at Mighty River Domain
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pincots Cottage, Karapiro - Mountain Farm View

Escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life with this property's stunning uninterrupted countryside views.
This brand new property is in an idyllic setting for relaxation whilst still being close to major attractions.
Lake Karapiro and the Don Rowland Centre is only a stone throw a way.
With the Maungatuatari scenic reserve and walking track on the near horizon, there is no excuse not to visit.
Whether you are in need of a place to stay for a nearby event or you are after a few days away in the countryside this property is just right for you.
So come stay to relax, unwind and recharge your batteries.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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
Guest numbers depend on availability of access to bedrooms Please let me know which bedrooms (1, 2 or 3) you require in your pre-booking request
Check out is10 am unless pre-approved with Sue.
Please tell me more about your group when making booking.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 9429045180125
Property # 9340923

About the area

Maungatautari

Located in Maungatautari, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Riverside Golf Club and Kartsport Hamilton are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hobbiton Movie Set and Monavale Blueberries. Ready for a night out? Consider Sir Don Rowlands Centre at Mighty River Domain and The Red Barn. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby.
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Cambridge, WK

What's nearby

  • Lake Karapiro - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Waikato River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sir Don Rowlands Centre at Mighty River Domain - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cambridge Raceway - 10 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 30 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prince Albert - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Smoke Collective - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Good Union - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Five Stags - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Absolute Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pincots Cottage, Karapiro - Mountain Farm View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pincots Cottage, Karapiro - Mountain Farm View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pincots Cottage, Karapiro - Mountain Farm View?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pincots Cottage, Karapiro - Mountain Farm View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pincots Cottage, Karapiro - Mountain Farm View located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Karapiro and Waikato River. Sir Don Rowlands Centre at Mighty River Domain is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. There was everything we needed and it was clean and well maintained. Communication with host was easy. Nice location and beautiful view to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet place to get away
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great venue, very tidy and the beds are fantastic
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

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

Excellent location

Our family of four really enjoyed our stay at Sue’s cottage. The outlook was outstanding and the Cottage itself is well stocked and very clean and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Lovely place

Good location and host. Recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Excellent stay, very comfortable

We really enjoyed our 2-night stay. Great location and straight-forward check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

john s.

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

Pincots Cottage stay

Excellent accommodation. Very clean, all new appliances, & lovely and private. After a full day, a great place to return to, to unwind and relax. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayde L.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a hectic weekend but this accommodation was a brilliant escape from everything. Such thoughtful touches to the property and well thought out necessities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia W.

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

nice place to stay

a very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona F.

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

Beautiful property

Great place to stay with idyllic setting and well set up accommodation. Very comfortable beds and good facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

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

Lovely spot

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the cottage. We were there to visit Hobbiton and the glo caves. It was centrally located. We slept well and would stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M.

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

Great cottage

Lovely stay in well equipped clean cottage with a great location near the lake. Great base for all the Waikato attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki H.

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

Great stay

Pincotts was a perfect spot for us to stay with my family and family friends. Very comfortable accomodation and everything you need. Would totally stay there again. Hyland Family
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyler C.

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

Wonderful place to stay in New Zealand

We love the property the views were great and the location was perfect. Sue was a great host and provided great insturctions of how to get there and information about the area. We loved our stay and would definitely come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

petra d.

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

Great family stay

Just a marvelous stay. We enjoyed it very much. Thanks Sue for the warm welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen A.

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

Simple Amazing

Exactly as described. Owners were wonderful. Cambridge is such a beautiful area centrally located to many of the sites we were visiting. Highly recommended and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter t.

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

Excellent

Great place to stay. Clean, modern, private. Excellent base for a great range of attractions in the area. Dave and Sue really good hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magriet R.

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

Excellent experience

It was amazing and would definitely recommend this to others. Amazing views, had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia M.

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

Fantastic hosts

Sue is so accommodating to your needs and the place the beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brady C.

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

Wedding weekend

Very good accomodation!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Pincots Cottage

Great stay for work. Recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Excellent Lake Karapiro Accommodation

Fantastic accommodation that was incredibly clean, well presented and convenient for Lake Karapiro and proximity to Cambridge itself. Would thoroughly recommend and having stayed at several alternate places previously in the area, would definitely return again based on how nice our stay was.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tineka W.

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

Awesome Property

Nice and quiet, located at the top of the property. Beautiful layout and open space. All the necessities on hand. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Poto D.

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

A slice of paradise

Very easy to book. Great communication with the owners who accommodated request for early access. Wonderful view of the maunga and awa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

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

Reunion

Perfect accommodation for our group of 2 couples. Comfortable and convenient to many amenities in the area. Really appreciated the air conditioning ( not that we used it), dishwasher and washing machine.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sue @ Pincots Cottage

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Having recently retired from dairy farming, my husband and I have settled on a small lifestyle block nestled in Karipiro. We raise a number of cattle, have some chickens and a small dog called April.

Why they chose this property


• Private cottage for your own comfort.
• The living area has a complete kitchen and comfortable lounge area.
• A ranch sliding door opens out to a larger decked area, outdoor table and chairs with unobtrusive view of Mount Maungatautari.
• The kitchen has everything you need to prepare a meal.
• Tea, coffee, sugar, milk, cooking oil, salt and pepper supplied.
• The electric heat pump/air conditioner will keep you toasty warm in winter, and cool and comfortable in summer.
• The bedrooms allow for privacy and space. The large wardrobes are perfect for storing your gear.
• Sheets, blankets, pillows and towels provided.
• There is a washing machine and laundry powder.
• Unlimited wifi available.

Please note there are three bedrooms available with different bedding configurations, upon a booking request please specify the bedding arrangement you require.
Bedroom One has a king bed (sleeps 2)
Bedroom Two has a super king bed which can be configured into two king singles (sleeps 2)
Bedroom Three has a king bed and double bunk bed with a single bunk bed on top. This room also has an ensuite. (sleeps 5)
Bedrooms will be accessible depending on the numbers in your party.

What makes this property unique

Large secure off road parking, ample room for cars, boats or trailers.
The main residence resides on a separate driveway but provides peace of mind if assistance is required.

Languages:

English
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