Title: Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=99714863&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro Lakefront mobile home in Karapiro with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro ![Interior - Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro (Karapiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99720000/99714900/99714863/7f339fca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro (Karapiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99720000/99714900/99714863/2e6cda45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro (Karapiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99720000/99714900/99714863/90031588.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, Internet, bed sheets - Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro (Karapiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99720000/99714900/99714863/4e5570c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro (Karapiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99720000/99714900/99714863/2e603a73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a tranquil retreat with lake views and access to a private beach. Unwind in the 1971 Bedford bus, or explore the outdoors with kayaks, firepits, and glow worm walks. With cooking options on-site including gas hob or BBQ outside. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Mountain view £153 includes taxes & fees 7 Jan - 8 Jan ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro A pure getaway from the 9-5 , relax away from it all with lake views and walks to a secret private beach with kayaks firepits and glow worm walks there's plenty to do or just chill out in the 1971 Bedford bus and watch the grass grow from the comfort of the bed. Cooking- Gas hob or BBQ outside Shower and toilet inside the bus , we are looking at building an outdoor shower and toilet block ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - In the mountains - On a lake ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116480000/116472500/116472460/8c227fb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karapiro Cottage Karapiro - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 9 reviews £154 includes taxes & fees 4 Feb - 5 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=116472460&PinnedHotelID=116472460&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98460000/98457600/98457579/203e6b26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nights on Broadway - Apartment in beautiful vibrant Matamata. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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: 15 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.93777,175.57982&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7EyofF%7B%7Csn%60%40%3FU%3FQ%3FS%3FS%40S%40Q%40U%40Q%40QBU%40Q%40UBQBQBUBQBQBQDUDQBQDQDSDQFQDQDQFOFQFQFOFQFOFQHMFSHMHOHMHOHOHMHOJKHOJMHKJOJKJKJKJKLMJKJKLKJILKJGLILKLGLILILGLENILELGLENELGLENENELANENCLENANCLANCN%3FNCNAL%3FN%3FN%3FNCNBN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40NBN%3FNBL%40NBN%40LDNBNDL%40NDLDNDNFLDLDLFNDLHLDLFLHLHLFLJLHJFLJJHLJJJJJLLJJJJJJJJJNHJJLJNHJHNHLJNFNHLHNHLFRHLFPFNFPHNDPFPFNDPDPFPDPDRDPBPDPDTBPBPBPBTBPBP%40TBP%40T%40P%40P%40T%40P%40R%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FPARARARAPARARCPATCPCPCTCPCPCREREPCREPEPEPGPEPERGLGPEPINGPGNGPINGPILININGLKNINILIJKNKNIJKLKJKLKHKLMJKJKJMJKHMJKFMHMJMHMFMHMFMDMHODMFMFMDODODMDODM%40OFO%40MDOBO%40MBO%40O%3FOBO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FOBOCO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOCO%3FOAMCOAOCMEOAOGMAOEOEMEMEOEMGMGMEOIMEMGMIMGMIMKMIKGMKKIMKKKKKMKKMKIKMKKKMIKKOIOKKIMIOIOIMIOIOIMGQIOGQGOGQGOGQGQGMESEQGQEQEQEQCSEQESCSCQCQCUCQCQAUAQCSASAQASASAS%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6DwuY0SdfY_31wIgDd35nqIelGA=) Karapiro, Waikato #### What's nearby - Lake Karapiro \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Waikato River \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Cambridge Raceway \- 11 min drive \- 10.4 miles - University of Waikato \- 19 min drive \- 22.4 miles - Hobbiton Movie Set \- 24 min drive \- 18.6 miles #### Getting around - Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Five Stags - ‬10 min drive - The Red Barn - ‪Karapiro Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Podium - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Boatshed - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro? ### How much is parking at Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro? ### What time is check-in at Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro? ### What time is check-out at Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro? ### Where is Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glen S. 18 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little spot and nice host Very peaceful spot, cool old bus and very obliging host. ##### Glen S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea K. 8 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Canadian family trip I was with my Husband and his 2 sister's. We thoroughly enjoyed Olivia 2\. What an amazing place and Kane our Host was Fantastic! ##### Andrea K. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna C. 21 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Olivia2 I stayed 2 nights for a quick getaway with my son & wee dog. Host was friendly, helpful and real chill...He even gave a little tour and took us to see the glow worms...! Bus (Olivia2) was comfortable and well equipped, even had fresh veges, eggs, milk and bread left for us on arrival which was a lovely bonus. Very much enjoyed our stay, thank you 😊 ##### Donna C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad W. 8 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quirky Accommodation at its Best. A MUST DO If you want to try something different then the usual box, bed and window, this is it. Our family of 5 are sure glad it was on our list as it was a stay to remember. The Host is as good as they get, polite, helpful, friendly and welcoming and even had some supplies to make a pretty good breakfast in the morning. The bus is equipped with everything needed including bathroom facilities and a fully utensiled kitchen. Beds were comfy and clean. If you've got spare time there's a great quiet spot to chill down near the river. ##### Brad W. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki M. 5 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Best Break in The Country, on The Lake! Excellent set up for that escape that has everything in the private confines of a country farm. Kane was our Host and he is the nicest guy. Shared stories of the area, gave us a scenic tour. Our Border Collie loved swims in the lake and the rolling green landscape was a very chill vibe. The bbq and kitchen in the bus are well equip for camp style cooking and the bed was so comfy! I'd love to return with friends. If you need anything from town, it's a short drive, otherwise leave it all behind and enjoy the surprisingly spacious & rustic feel of, Olivia the Bedford. Can't wait to return with friends, this spot is great for any age and i love that you can bring your pooch!If you need anything at all, just ask Kane, equally he will just leave you to your stay. We were lucky enough to have plums, courgettes and farm fresh eggs! ##### Vicki M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne D., Tuakau, New Zealand 8 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bus Hideaway We weren't quite sure what to expect, as we are not normally into the glamping style of accommodation. But we loved every bit of what this place had to offer. Peaceful, no TV, surrounded by nature, over looking lake, fishing rod, kayaks, BBQ, selection of fresh produce on arrival, no neighbours anywhere close, what more could you want for serious downtime. Being a bus it has 'bus' sized amenities so you have to be prepared for that. Having said that it had a full sized very comfortable bed. Also has bunks available. Being located in the middle of nature be prepared to have a few bugs, birds, rabbits etc running around, but that all adds to the charm. Loads of flat area for the kids to run around on or even the family dog (remember it is a working farm). We will be back next time we need more unwind time. ##### Suzanne D. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bailey W. 3 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unforgettable Honeymoon Kickoff in a Vintage Bus by Lake Karapiro This VRBO isn't your typical stay; it's a vintage bus nestled amid Waikato grandeur. Imagine a 1971 Bedford bus perched elegantly, gazing over the tranquil beauty of Lake Karapiro—a dreamy start to our honeymoon adventure. Welcomed warmly by our hosts with farm-fresh treats, including eggs and homegrown produce, our stay went beyond the ordinary. What made it extraordinary was the personalized tour. Riding on a side-by-side, we explored their vast property, guided by fascinating local stories, discoveries of glow worms, and a private secluded lake beach! In summary: unique? Absolutely. Enchanting? Undoubtedly. A story to share? No doubt. Our honeymoon began here, setting an incredible standard for future adventures. Don't think twice—book it. You won't regret it. Trade the ordinary for an extraordinary, nostalgia-filled, nature-bound escapade at the Bedford bus by Lake Karapiro. ##### Bailey W. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taka N. 11 Mar 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Taka N. 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