Title: The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6320926&destination=Matamata%2C+Waikato%2C+New+Zealand&selected=99191859&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location ## Photo gallery for The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location ![Property grounds - The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location (Matamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99200000/99191900/99191859/1506d667.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location (Matamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99200000/99191900/99191859/2931d076.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location (Matamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99200000/99191900/99191859/8c90a452.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location (Matamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99200000/99191900/99191859/c274afdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location (Matamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99200000/99191900/99191859/656f7ea3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled amongst formal gardens and overlooking the Kaimai Ranges, The Wash-House offers a peaceful retreat. Enjoy a continental breakfast with locally sourced coffee in your private kitchenette, relax on the deck or lounge by comfortable chairs. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available £127 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location Whether you’re away for a night or a few days The Wash-House has everything you need for a relaxing stay, set in the grounds of a Historic villa amongst formal gardens with views of the Kaimai Ranges. There is a kitchenette with Automatic coffee machine and locally sourced Raglan Roast or Allpress coffee5 minutes, continental breakfast which includes Volare Sourdough bread and complimentary drinks in the fridge. There is a dining area, comfy lounging chairs, a plush queen bed with a separate ensuite. If you need a portacot please let us know in advance Outside there is a deck for outdoor dining and relaxing. All just a short drive to Matamata town and surrounding attractions such as Hobbiton, the cycling tracks or the numerous golf courses. Approximately: 5 minutes to Matamata 25 minutesCambridge or Tauranga 40 minutes to Hamilton or Rotorua.to Matamata ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Golfing nearby ### 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 ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/329600/329597/874de647.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rydges Rotorua Whakarewarewa - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.2 Very good 1,122 reviews £76 includes taxes & fees 19 Apr - 20 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=329597&PinnedHotelID=329597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519220/4bd9d9b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sudima Lake Rotorua Rotorua - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 7.8 Good 1,002 reviews £87 includes taxes & fees 20 Apr - 21 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=519220&PinnedHotelID=519220&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679440/170b0643.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park Springfield - Pool - Parking included - Tennis court - Games room 8.6 Excellent 519 reviews £39 includes taxes & fees 27 Apr - 28 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-27&endDate=2026-04-28&selected=9679440&PinnedHotelID=9679440&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Superior Two Queen Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104227100/104227048/d0d8edc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marsden Stay Rotorua Glenholme - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 7.6 Good 333 reviews £40 includes taxes & fees 16 Apr - 17 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=104227048&PinnedHotelID=104227048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/898900/898832/f17094f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### VR Rotorua Lake Resort Mourea - Pool - Hot tub - Kids’ pool - Parking included 8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews £62 includes taxes & fees 13 Apr - 14 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=898832&PinnedHotelID=898832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1131300/1131218/210b3a68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ibis Rotorua Rotorua - Parking included - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Housekeeping 7.8 Good 1,000 reviews £69 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=1131218&PinnedHotelID=1131218&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14900/14866/185850e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Millennium Hotel Rotorua Rotorua - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Kids’ pool 8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews £99 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=14866&PinnedHotelID=14866&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4320000/4316700/4316654/fef1f11b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### All Seasons Holiday Park Hannahs Bay - Pool - Hot tub - Kids’ pool - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 563 reviews £71 includes taxes & fees 1 May - 2 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-01&endDate=2026-05-02&selected=4316654&PinnedHotelID=4316654&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95460000/95450700/95450655/3e0c597f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Newina Rotorua Fairy Springs - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 333 reviews £93 includes taxes & fees 28 Apr - 29 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-28&endDate=2026-04-29&selected=95450655&PinnedHotelID=95450655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54871/472cd4d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Inner City - Pool - Hot tub - Kids’ pool - Free Wi-Fi 7.8 Good 1,004 reviews £86 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=54871&PinnedHotelID=54871&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-15&endDate=2026-04-16&selected=99191859&PinnedHotelID=99191859&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=99191859,329597,519220,9679440,104227048) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: There is a Queen size bed & is portacot available ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 ## About the area Matamata is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Founders Park and Wairere Falls, while Firth Tower Museum and Cambridge Museum are cultural highlights. Hobbiton Movie Set and Waimarino Adventure Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. [Visit our Matamata travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Matamata.dx6320926) [View more Cottages in Matamata](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Matamata-Cottages.d6320926-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.84607,175.79474&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:z%7C%7DeFc%7C%7Do%60%40%3FU%3FQ%3FS%3FS%40S%40Q%40S%40S%40Q%40UBQ%40UBQBQBUBQBQBSDQDSBQDSDQDQDQFQDOFQFQDQHOFQFOFQHMFOHQFOHMHOJOHMHKHOJOHKJMJMJMJKJKJKJMLKJKJGLKLIJKLILGLILGLILILGLENILELILENELENENALENGLANANCNALCNANCNCN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FNBNBL%40NBN%40NBL%40N%40NFLDN%40LDNDLDNDLHLDLHNDLFLHLHLFLHLFJHLJLHJJLFJJJJJLLJJJJJHLLLHLJJHNJNHJHLHNHNHLHNFPHNHLFPFNFPFNFPFPDPFNDPFPDPDPDRBPDRDPBRBPBPBTBPBP%40T%40PBT%40P%40R%40R%40P%3FR%40R%3FR%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FP%3FTAP%3FRARAPARARCRAPATCPCPCTCPCPCRENETCPEREPEPGPEPGNEPGPGPGNGPGNGPINILGRILINILININIJKLINKJINMJILKLKJMJKJKJKJMHKJMFMJKHMHMFMHMFMHMFOFMFMDMHODMDODMDO%40MDOFO%40MBO%40OBO%40M%40OBOBO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAO%3FOCOCOAMAOCOAOCMAOGMEOAOEMEOEMEMIMEOGMGMGMIMGMIMGMIMIKKMGMKKIKKMKKKKKKKKMKMKKKOIKKOIMIKIOKOIMIOGMISGMIOGQGOGQIOEQGQGQEOGQEQEQEQESCQEUEOCSCQCQCUCQCQAUCQASASASAQASAS%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TaYSHPjHeKqu2xWUn6OVVj1JtY4=) Matamata, Waikato ### What's nearby - ![Karapiro lake panorama, Waikato, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048118/c201a7fe-9d5a-4048-bb7d-1267fdae6bcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Karapiro 23 min drive \- 14.4 miles - ![Hobbiton Movie Set](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320368/cbfda71a-3d86-4a45-988f-3cca0d216b57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hobbiton Movie Set 28 min drive \- 11.0 miles - Founders Park 13 min drive \- 5.5 miles - Wairere Falls 14 min drive \- 5.5 miles - Firth Tower Museum 15 min drive \- 6.2 miles ### Getting around - Tauranga (TRG) 48 min drive ### Restaurants - Te Poi 10 min drive - KFC 10 min drive - McDonald's 10 min drive - Thai Royal 9 min drive - Eat. Urban Foodstuffs 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location ? ### How much is parking at The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location ? ### What time is check-in at The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location ? ### What time is check-out at The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location ? ### Where is The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional ---