Matamata is home to this bed & breakfast. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Founders Park and Wairere Falls, while Firth Tower Museum and Cambridge Museum are cultural highlights. Consider The Red Barn for a night out or Hobbiton Movie Set if you're travelling with kids. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD
Close to everything Matamata has to offer, walk in and feel right at home, two heat pumps for cosy warmth. 10 minute drive to Hobbiton. Large, modern space which can accommodate one person up to seven people. Country views, just on the edge of town. Enjoy the freshly baked bread, butter and spreads, cereal, yoghurt, juice, fresh fruit and milk provided for breakfast, tea and coffee. Large free parking area right outside your door. Child and pet friendly. A private, peaceful place, but so close to town, separate and away from main dwelling, you'll have 135sqm of space plus two lawn areas, one fully fenced with patio and furniture. The space: One queen bed, and five more singles available, we can set the space up to your individual requirements. Well set out to accommodate one person, couples, groups, and families. Because the space is large and well set up, it can easily cater for professionals or groups working away. There is a separate bathroom, large kitchen area, two comfortable seating areas, bar fridge and large fridge, especially useful for groups, and also a freezer. A bench top stove with two hobs and oven, and a microwave. There is an office desk, and an ergonomic chair. Two heat pumps keep the whole area lovely and warm in winter, or nice and cool in summer. Fully fenced lawn area directly off the space, child and pet friendly, and another lawn on the other side of the space for your use as well. A lovely park is right next door and the space looks out on it. Wi Fi, 65 inch smart TV with Netflix, etc. There is a pool table for your entertainment. A modern cot and highchair are both available on request, there is no charge for either of these.
Guest access Parking is free, off street right outside your front door, space for around eight cars if needed when a group is staying. Also room for larger vehicles.
Other things to note Around 10 minutes drive to Hobbiton, and Wairere Falls. Cycle the Matamata - Paeroa cycle trail, visit the Opal Hot Springs, or Firth Tower and Museum. Under an hour to Tauranga or Mt Maunganui, Hamilton - ideal for FIFA World Cup in July - or Rotorua, around two hours to Auckland CBD. Ample dining options, restaurants, takeaways, all just a couple of minutes drive away, or a ten minute walk. If you wish to check in early or check out late, we will accommodate this if possible. We can store luggage if you want to travel away, and then return. If you are arriving to town by bus, we can collect you and drop you off by arrangement, there is no fee for this. We have airport transfers, and some private tours available. We can also drop you off and pick you up from Hobbiton or an event you are attending as a service by arrangement. If you are celebrating a special event, we can put any extra items in for your arrival on request, flowers, champagne, chocolates, etc please enquire if this is the case. If you are requiring a long stay, for work or leisure, please enquire about our long stay and work rates. Click on the last photo on the photo section to check out our transfer and tour options, contact for more information.
Amenities
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cot and highchair available on request
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Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events considered on a case by case.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
We will accept well trained and well behaved dogs.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
While we have marked smoking as not allowed, you may smoke outside only, and very well clear of the inside space.
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Events considered on a case by case.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Frequently asked questions
Is The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD pet-friendly?
Yes, The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD?
As of 11 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD on 1 Jun, 2026 start from S$149, 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 The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD located?
This family-friendly Matamata bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Founders Park and Wairere Falls. Matamata Golf Club and Firth Tower Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD Reviews
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful staging for our family of 6 for a trip to Hobbiton. Hanging out with and feeding the alpacas made my kids' day. Hostess very responsive. Note that it is one large room with one bathroom with multiple beds but it worked just fine for our family
It was a great place to stay. The host was there ready to greet us and made sure we had everything we needed which was great and the location was amazing.
Great place to stay, brilliant communication, easy access to Matamata and surrounding areas. Has everything you could want for a home away from home. Highly recommend and would not hesitate to stay again.
The Shed was roomy and comfortable with great entertainment (pool table, games, tv, books, feeding the animals), good breakfast provided, a lovely park next door and so close to town (lots of dining options) and also handy to Hobbiton, golf, hot pools. Maria was an amazing host who went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and was so helpful with our dogs - we really enjoyed our stay.
Excellent. Quiet, very well catered and clean. Good shower and comfy bed. Kitchen has everything you need and more. Maria is very welcoming. Great for dogs, with plenty of places to walk dogs. Can't fault Maria's property. I highly recommend it and will return next time we're in the Waikato.
We were only traveling through for one night and wish we could have stayed longer. This charming location was a comfortable joy to stay in. Loved the added bonus of getting to feed the alpacas and we devoured the chocolate muffins. Super easy check-in and out. Very helpful and friendly host. I would gladly come back and also recommend to anyone.
The place was nice and spacious. We could play all the party games we wanted to without being concerned about knocking things over or getting the floor wet/ potentially staining carpets :)
Our host, Maria, was a delight. We came to the property late after Hobbiton due to a cancelled flight. No time to get a SIM card at the Auckland Airport so I missed her messages about leaving a key for us. She was so gracious when I knocked on her door and helped us get settled in. Let us some animal feed to give the animals at our leisure. Lovely to talk to and the master bed was so comfortable! Would book here again!
Beautiful property, wonderful host, close to hobbiton
The property is on a beautiful plot of land, a huge amount of space even with 5 adults staying! Maria baked us muffins and bread and was the perfect host! I felt very welcome and would stay again!
The red shed was the perfect stopnover for us. The kids loved the animals and the pool table. There was plenty of space. Handy to town and the host was siper helpful and friendly. We were very well looked after
A great place with a beautiful location. Close to Hobbiton, and cut little town. Very comfortable, spacious accommodation. The llamas are very friendly, and playing billiards an added bonus!
Easy to find central location, Maria is lovely to deal with and accommodation was perfect for our overnight stay & great to have pet friendly place. Thank you 🙏
Suzanne L.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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