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Guest house in Karangahake

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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PAeroa, paeroa
  • Place, Mount Maunganui
  • Place, Karangahake Gorge
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Whangamata Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Guest house in Karangahake

Casa Tavaita oozes with creativity, character and charm offering rustic, cabin-style accommodation.
On the doorstep of the Hauraki rail trail, swimming holes and walks, Tavaita Cottage is the perfect place to explore Hauraki.
With flexibility around numbers, our accommodation is suitable for couples, family escapes, and friends as a base to explore the wonderful outdoors or a place to just relax and enjoy the beauty of our surroundings
PLEASE READ LISTING DESCRIPTION BEFORE BOOKING
Please be aware that our cabins are not made to the standard of a house, some of the finishing touches are rough and unconventional.

Located next to the main house, Tavaita cottage, made up of basic cabins, consisting of 3 spaces
The main lounge and adjoining cabin is fitted with a wood burner and/or Oil heater. Its bi-fold doors open out to a patio and garden area with a small Weber BBQ, picnic table and chiminea to enjoy the long summer evenings.

Next to the lounge, our loft cabin has 2 single beds and a mezzanine accessed via a ladder with a double bed.

An adjoining lean-to functions as a kitchenette and includes a fridge, Kettle, Toaster, a double induction stove, microwave and washing-up sink. ( Please note that the kitchen has no heating)

The Bula Room Cabin is tastefully furnished with a queen-size bed and an oil heater for heating.

Please note: We will only make the beds up for the number of people staying so please request your bed configuration when booking.
Bookings of 4 people require 2 people to share a bed. If you wish to use all 4 beds there will be an additional bed-making charge of $15


The charming toilet and shower room can be accessed through the back of the kitchen and across the uncovered deck.
The back deck is screened for complete privacy and has a restored claw foot bath where you can enjoy bathing in serenity under the stars.

Tavaita Cottage is fully equipped with crockery and utensils for up to 6 people. We will provide plunger coffee, a selection of teas, milk, and sugar for your stay
There is a small selection of books and board games to enjoy. Linen is provided.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Paeroa

Paeroa is home to this cabin. Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery and Waihi Arts Centre & Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides and Athenree Hot Springs. Paeroa Arts Centre and Goldfields Railway are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Karangahake Gorge - 10 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Whangamata Beach - 36 min drive - 52.4 km
  • Miranda Hot Springs - 43 min drive - 62.3 km
  • Omokoroa Beach - 48 min drive - 67.0 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L&P Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Providence Pantry - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪one3one - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Waikino Hotel - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Guest house in Karangahake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Guest house in Karangahake?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guest house in Karangahake on 13 Apr 2026 start from AU$117, 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 Guest house in Karangahake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Guest house in Karangahake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guest house in Karangahake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guest house in Karangahake located?

Situated in Paeroa, this cabin is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Karangahake Gorge and within 6 miles (10 km) of Owharoa Falls and Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides. Paeroa Arts Centre and Seddon St are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a really cute place with all its quirks and charm.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Joanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Restful, rustic and with many cute artistic touches. Loved the private outdoor bath. Close to the gorge with great swimming on a very hot summer weekend. Wonderful walking or cycling opportunities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A wonderful place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Great location

A tipical basic kiwi batch in an excellent location for walks and catching up with friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian F.

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

Cozy getaway

This was a great little place to get away from Auckland for a long weekend. Great location(right on the bike trail) and we had an amazing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ryan C.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful area and nice little shack

The property was quite nice, I would say a little overpriced for what is was, probably wouldn’t stay there again, but overall the location was very close to walks in karangahake gorge so excellent for that.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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4/10 Poor

Nadine

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
No staff. Didn’t know where to go . Lawns not mowed. Cleaning equipmment left in bedroom. Bathroom and toilet facilities far away from bedroom. Far too expensive compared to other motel accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna W.

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

Rustic bush hideaway: Karangahake Gorge

Exactly what it says in the listing. Not polished or flash but cosy and full of character in a lovely setting, close to walks in the gorge, op shops in Paeroa and the Te Aroha thermal pools. Felt very welcome and nothing like an outdoor bath under the stars!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brighid S.

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

Quirky

A quirky, somewhat Heath Robinson setup, very charming and in fact well equipped, especially the kitchen. We didn't try the al fresco bath! All very colourful and comfortable. You really need a longer stay to grt to know it and enjoy it properly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Roshan Tuivavalagi

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Why they chose this property

Tucked in the hills of Karangahake, with beautiful rural views there is a range of activities for those looking to enjoy the outdoors; The Hauraki Rail Trail and Karangahake Gorge Walkway are a short walk away.
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