About this property

Spacious Accommodation: Bridgehaven Guesthouse in Okoroire offers a spacious apartment with one bedroom and a living room. The ground-floor unit features a private entrance and garden views. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen. Additional amenities include a sofa bed, walk-in shower, and free toiletries. Outdoor Spaces: The property includes a garden and outdoor seating area. A picnic area provides a relaxing space for outdoor activities. Breakfast and Parking: A continental breakfast with juice and fruits is served in the room. Free on-site private parking is available for guests. Local Attractions: Located 53 km from Hamilton Airport and 50 km from Mystery Creek Events Centre, the guesthouse offers hiking opportunities nearby.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Number of guests
 
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Katherine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very warm, inviting and very clean. Every little detail had been considered, well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds. Bonus of having breakfast food and homemade bread a real bonus! Close to Tirau and other attractions. We enjoyed a walk at...
  • Jenny
    Singapore Singapore
    Clean and beautiful. 15mins drive to matamata and Hobbiton movie set. Very quiet.
  • Chris
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location, clean room, board games, continental breakfast - especially the home-made bread. Friendly, helpful owner.
  • Hamilton
    Canada Canada
    Loved the location, cleanliness, variety of jams, teas, and freshly baked bread. It was a nice touch. I would highly recommend a stay at this property.
  • Barry
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very peaceful in great location Would most definitely stay again
  • Helen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything was perfect. Lovely breakfast ingredients.
  • Newman
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The stunning accommodation in the beautiful countryside around Okororio. Good breakfast and good communication from host
  • Ian
    Australia Australia
    Set in an idyllic location and very quiet. The accommodation was well maintained, clean and had everything you needed. Breakfast was provided with an assortment of foods. Would recommend this as a great place to stay and central to just about...
  • Mia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A lovely and relaxing stay - a perfect place to unwind after a busy day doing the Waitomo caves and Hobbiton. It was clean, spacious and modern with great cooking facilities. The freshly baked bread was a lovely touch.
  • Jayne
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast was great. Fresh bread and spreads. Beds were comfortable.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Julie Taylor

9.5
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Julie Taylor
A spacious self-contained unit in a tranquil rural setting. Close to the Hobbiton Movie Set, local Tirau cafes and shops, golf courses and the township of Matamata. Relax amidst mature trees, beautiful gardens and the sounds of tuis and fantails. This unique lifestyle property will leave you feeling refreshed and revitalised. Bridgehaven Guesthouse is a self-contained unit with full kitchen facilities. There is accommodation available for 1 - 3 guests. There is a king size bed in the main bedroom plus a king single bed in the lounge. The apartment is situated at ground level. There are no stairs and parking is available directly outside the front door. Ingredients for a continental breakfast are provided. We operate a contactless check in service, although someone is on site if you need assistance. Bridgehaven Guesthouse is centrally located in the Waikato region and is easily accessed from SH27, SH1 or SH29. Only 30 minutes from Tauranga, Karapiro or Cambridge and 45 minutes from Rotorua. Explore local walkways, bike trails, kayaking, nature sanctuaries and thermal pools. There’s something for everyone!
Welcome to Bridgehaven Guesthouse - a quiet apartment nestled in a hectare of trees and gardens, surrounded by farmland. I will be available to answer any queries you may have, but will give you privacy and space to enjoy this romantic setting. You are welcome to explore the gardens and I will provide you with an outdoor table and seats if you want to enjoy an al fresco beverage or meal. There are many local cafes, shops and places to visit - I am happy to give you recommendations and directions. I love the location of my property. I am close to a number of towns and small cities, but enjoy the rural setting. Originally from Auckland, I moved to Okoroire in 2018. Since moving here, I have continued to plant more native trees to encourage the bird population. I aim to use eco-friendly products in my home and in the guesthouse. I feel lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the world! I enjoy gardening and playing tennis. I am heavily involved in the local dramatic society and regularly perform on stage. I am an author. I write children's books, short adult fiction and plays. My first picture book, "Art the Alien", will be released in 2023.
Many guests enjoy visiting the Hobbiton Movie set, or local walkways and cycle ways. Kayaking is also popular at nearby Lake Karapiro. The Blue Springs is a delightful walk alongside the crystal clear water of the Waihou River. The nearest town, Tirau, has lovely cafes and unique gift shops that are definitely worth exploring! We are also close to a number of local wedding venues. There are a number of golf courses in the vicinity - you can enjoy a relaxed 9 hole course at the historic Okoroire Hotel or the more challenging 18 hole course at the Tirau Golf club (only 3 minutes from here). We are close to the townships of Matamata and Putaruru. It is also a central location to enjoy day trips to Tauranga, Rotorua, Cambridge or Hamilton.
Language spoken: English

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
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Check-out
Until 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.