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Chalet in the Shire, quiet and private, pet friendly, great location.

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Self contained property.
Enclosed and spacious deck area.
Private deck area.
Plenty of storage space.
Comfy bed with views.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Breakfast included
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cambridge, Cambridge
  • Place, Lake Karapiro
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Waikato River
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Te Koutu Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Chalet in the Shire, quiet and private, pet friendly, great location.

Enjoy a fully self-contained unit with convenient parking right beside the property. The space features a fully equipped kitchen and a large deck, perfect for outdoor dining with a BBQ and plenty of room for your pets to relax. Take a leisurely stroll or exercise your dogs in the adjoining paddock.
Inside, unwind in the open-plan living area where you can watch Freeview TV and stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi. After a restful night in the comfortable king-size bed, wake up to the soothing sounds of native birds and take in the stunning farmland views. Start your day with a complimentary breakfast before heading out to explore the many attractions and tourist highlights New Zealand has to offer. •Smoking allowed, outside only.
•Pets allowed, please advise.
•Not suitable for children.
•Cleaning (included); Linen (included); beach towels (included); basic breakfast items (included).

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please advise if you are bringing your pet.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20036504
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
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
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 first aid kit

About the area

Karapiro

Located in Karapiro, this chalet is in a rural area. Maungatautari Ecological Island and Lake Karapiro reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hobbiton Movie Set and Monavale Blueberries. Ready for a night out? Consider The Red Barn and Sir Don Rowlands Centre at Mighty River Domain. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.
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Cambridge, Cambridge

What's nearby

  • Lake Karapiro - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Waikato River - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Te Koutu Lake - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 12 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Cambridge Farmers' Market - 12 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Kilda Cafe And Bistro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Joe's Garage - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Podium - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Smoke Collective - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chalet in the Shire, quiet and private, pet friendly, great location. pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Chalet in the Shire, quiet and private, pet friendly, great location.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Chalet in the Shire, quiet and private, pet friendly, great location.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chalet in the Shire, quiet and private, pet friendly, great location.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chalet in the Shire, quiet and private, pet friendly, great location. located?

Situated in a rural location, this chalet is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Karapiro, Waikato River and Te Koutu Lake. Cambridge Farmers' Market and Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 164 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 180 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful location to relax at at the end of the day, very pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DENISE J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean with thoughtful touches around the place. Wonderful property to let the dogs for a run. Breakfast top notch. Great communication with the host. Lovely quiet area with farming views all around.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The chalet was really well set up. Clean, comfortable and well stocked. Easy driving distance to Hobbiton. In all, a great stay in a great location,
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful in every way! Not only was the chalet perfect it was in the most beautiful spot and very close to Cambridge. Ideally we would have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowena V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This chalet stay was perfection. Private, quiet, comfortable and in an outstanding country setting. Everything provided you could need, including a range of breakfast options. The one thing I could ask for is a coffee plunger and real coffee. Being able to bring our dog AND have a fenced paddock for her to run in is fantastic.Thanks so much, we will be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The peaceful setting and excellent breakfast items available. The host was very accommodating and thought of everything you might need for an enjoyable stay. I definitely will recomend the Chalet in the Shire.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was immaculately clean. The view was amazing, everything we could possibly have needed was available, and Sarah was such a gracious host. She provided breakfast options for our stay, as well as route recommendations to Hobbiton the next morning. The theming for a chalet in the Shire was spot on, and we could not have been happier.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views! Excellent amenities! Perfect location for hobbiton!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasant and private stay, with all the comforts, highly recommended to stay in comfort in the awesome bach, credit to the owner, our fur babies where also treated very highly with the comforts, added for them too
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great property everything we needed was there, plus welcoming bits for our dog
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely little remote place to rest, if you don't mind the drive (we didn't!). Very private and we were left to relax the whole weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alma M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at the Chalet in the Shire. Always spotless, has the essentials, cosy and warm, breakfast provided, privacy, easy check in. Perfect for the dog.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

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

Great spot for hobbiton

Had an awesome night stay here before hobbiton. Loved the kitchen area and was very private.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of the best experiences we have ever had in a vacation rental. It was our first experience using the VRBO platform and everything went smoothly with payment, communication, site check-in, directions, ease of parking and entry and level of privacy. The site of this location is absolutely magical! We enjoyed the rural aesthetic and especially loved the private outdoor spaces. The bed and linens were comfortable too. Thank you to our hosts for sharing their bit of paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay, cozy cottage lovely and warm. Very handy to town. We would thoroughly recommend it Sarah and her husband very accommodating lovely couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible. We really enjoyed our selves.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the stay of our dreams - we will 1000% try to book again when we’re back in the region. The chalet itself is a wonderful size - extremely cozy with all the amenities you need. Sarah kindly left us breakfast items and my husband and I still talk about that orange marmalade she had…Now to get into the property: it was like a slice of heaven. We sat on the porch sipping coffee the whole morning, just soaking in the rolling hills, sunshine, and gentle noises of the birds and farm animals. Absolutely serene. Accessing the property was incredibly easy and Sarah is a fantastic communicator. It’s close toCambridge so there’s good food options less than 20 minutes away. We didn’t think anything would beat the views after Hobbiton, but this place did!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I stayed here for the first half of our honeymoon and we were so sad to leave. It was such a lovely accommodation with the LOTR decorations and the perfect countryside views and sounds of nature out in the yard. We really felt at home here. The breakfast items included were much appreciated and enjoyed as well. If we ever have the opportunity to come back to New Zealand we would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

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

Great chalet

Second time we have stayed here. Lovely little chslet and super dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

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

Loved it

Was a beautiful setting would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen T.

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

Wonderful

Loved the place. Area is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Hobbiton

Very pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julien S.

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

Great pet friendly chalet !

Nice pet friendly place with big terrasse
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Amazing Stay

Amazing stay again. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The chalet was idyllic the setting was so tranquil. It was the perfect getaway to recharge. We traveled with our dog and it was an ideal spot with a lovely paddock for exercise. Sarah was so thoughtful with the breakfast . Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Bedford

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My family moved from Buckinghamshire in the UK to New Zealand in 2011, and since then I have worked full-time as a dental assistant with Te Whatu Ora, caring for school communities across the South Waikato area.
I have been married since 1992, and my two adult children have now left home and are building their own lives. We share our home with Bonnie, our beautiful old German Shepherd who rarely leaves our side. My husband and I are big Lord of the Rings fans and enjoy music, movies, and classic cars all while embracing life in this gorgeous countryside.

Why they chose this property

A peaceful retreat, centrally located for exploring the many attractions of the Waikato, with easy access to State Highway 1. Nearby highlights include the Avantidrome velodrome, Cambridge Raceway (Harness Racing), Lake Karapiro Domain: rowing, dragon boat racing, classic car shows, the Cambridge Saturday Farmers’ Market, and the popular monthly Trash & Treasure market. Movie Set is 20 mins away and Mystery Creek Event Centre (Fieldays) is 25 mins away.
Just a scenic 10-minute drive takes you into Cambridge, where you can enjoy excellent cafés with great coffee, beautiful river walks and hill walks, cycle trails, restaurants, a luxury cinema, swimming pool, and a range of boutique shops.
The chalet is ideal for couples, business travellers, and guests wishing to bring their pets. Please note that your own transport is essential.

What makes this property unique

A rural, self-contained “home away from home,” this fully equipped space features a large, private, north-facing deck furnished for your comfort, overlooking scenic fields and striking rock formations. It’s the perfect spot for stargazing, relaxing, and unwinding in peaceful surroundings.
Basic breakfast items are provided, along with blankets, beach towels, and a BBQ for your use. The accommodation is dog-friendly, with access to a large adjoining paddock for your pets to enjoy.
Convenient self check-in and check-out is available via a lockbox. Sleeping arrangements include one comfortable king-size bed.

Languages:

English

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