Title: Massey Country Cottage - 11 Kms to Lake Karapiro and 7 Kms to Cambridge Center Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Massey Country Cottage - 11 Kms to Lake Karapiro and 7 Kms to Cambridge Center ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33904800/33904722/5f8a6a52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33904800/33904722/281c7efb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33904800/33904722/f091e21e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33904800/33904722/c0c3b8cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33904800/33904722/c45c5ef2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On a peaceful small farm, Kauri Cottage offers a serene escape. Unwind in the garden with plenty of space for kids to play or relax on the patio by the pond. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6753 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Free WiFi £132 includes taxes & fees 21 Sept - 22 Sept ## 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. ### Massey Country Cottage - 11 Kms to Lake Karapiro and 7 Kms to Cambridge Center Located on a small farm. Relax in the peaceful garden with plenty of room for the kids to kick a ball. Two bedroom cottage with open plan dining/lounge, alcove off lounge with single bed. Lounge sliding door opens out onto a small deck and steps lead down to a patio with a pond/water feature. The cottage is situated 5 ks from Te Awa River Ride, 30 kms to Hobbiton, 61 kms to Waitomo Caves and 28 kms to the Hamilton Gardens. Even closer is Lake Karapiro for rowing, kayaking, cycling & walking. The cottage is positioned close to our family home but is still private and has its own entrance. Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included); ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking is only permitted outside of the cottage ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 753 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking is only permitted outside of the cottage ## 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 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is required for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located in Rotoorangi, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Maungatautari Ecological Island and Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari, while Cambridge Museum and Te Awamutu Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Grassroots Trust Velodrome or Cambridge Raceway. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Rotoorangi travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotoorangi.dx553248635979546125) [View more Cottages in Rotoorangi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotoorangi-Cottages.d553248635979546125-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.94464%2C175.46648&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4m8KJkD05huPj3cYLskt6rKErnQ=) Cambridge, Cambridge ### What's nearby - Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 12 min drive - 5.0 miles - Lake Karapiro - 13 min drive - 7.4 miles - Cambridge Raceway - 16 min drive - 6.5 miles - Grassroots Trust Velodrome - 16 min drive - 7.4 miles - St. Peter's School - 18 min drive - 7.6 miles ### Getting around - Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 23 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Five Stags - ‬10 min drive - ‪Clementine - ‬16 min drive - ‪Onyx - ‬13 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Good Union - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Massey Country Cottage - 11 Kms to Lake Karapiro and 7 Kms to Cambridge Center pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Massey Country Cottage - 11 Kms to Lake Karapiro and 7 Kms to Cambridge Center? > As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Massey Country Cottage - 11 Kms to Lake Karapiro and 7 Kms to Cambridge Center on 21 Sept 2025 start from £131.51, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotoorangi-Hotels-Massey-Country-Cottage-11-Kms-To-Lake-Karapiro-And-7-Kms-To-Cambridge-Center.h33904722.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Massey Country Cottage - 11 Kms to Lake Karapiro and 7 Kms to Cambridge Center? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Massey Country Cottage - 11 Kms to Lake Karapiro and 7 Kms to Cambridge Center? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Massey Country Cottage - 11 Kms to Lake Karapiro and 7 Kms to Cambridge Center located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Jubilee Gardens, Waikato River and Cambridge Museum. Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Cambridge Farmers' Market are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Massey Country Cottage - 11 Kms to Lake Karapiro and 7 Kms to Cambridge Center Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 70 8 - Good 37 6 - Okay 9 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne H. 2 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Peaceful property and a handy location. ##### Joanne H. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah S. 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tidy warm and comfortable A perfect place for us to rest while in Cambridge for an event. ##### Sarah S. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo S. 24 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Lovely quiet place to base ourselves for a Cambridge trip. ##### Jo S. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron C., Auckland New Zealand 11 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great stay very comfortable, Great location ##### Aaron C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fritz 21 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It is beautiful and clean and the lady was very accommodating and helpful. Worth the stay. ##### Fritz Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan M. 13 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent stay Excellent location, well equipped. Perfect stay, great value ##### Jonathan M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kirandeep K. 5 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place Very peaceful and beautiful environment, we really enjoyed a lot and love to stay next time also. ##### kirandeep K. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lyn J. 5 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short stay Older style property clean and tidy ##### lyn J. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki A. 22 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very pleasant and Enjoyable stay We have stayed at the property twice now, and both times we have enjoyed the very pleasant surrounds of the farm life. The cottage is very easy to stay in and has a lovely feeling of being at home on the farm. ##### Vicki A. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg F. 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for Karapiro This was exactly what we needed for our event at Lake Karapiro. The house was warm and clean and had everything we needed. The location is perfect - a quiet, picturesque farm setting and only minutes from the lake. Would definitely stay again ##### Greg F. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan W. 22 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice & Quiet Nice, quiet spot a few km from Cambridge. ##### Nathan W. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joyce T. 26 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A peaceful getaway Cozy, peaceful, clean and easy. ##### Joyce T. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zhou Z., Auckland NZ 11 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### enjoyable Very clean and comfortable place ##### Zhou Z. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheraz O. 5 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The location is great. We had a warm welcome by the host, Kim. The bach is great. We enjoyed their board games at nights after a long day trip around Cambridge. ##### Sheraz O. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett 25 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication absolutely awesome to deal with AAAAA would definitely stay here again, all ammenities available apart from a clothes washing machine, has a small draw dish washer, everything was great and private, lovely people, handy distance to Lake Karipiro etc. top place, top hosts ##### Brett Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce M., Marton, Rangitikei 28 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Very clean and tidy. Central for visiting friends in the Waikato. Thanks ##### Bruce M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Baz M. 17 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place to rest up We stayed with Kim whilst helping out at the local Regatta our kids were attending. Kim was great, as we arrived late check in wasn’t a problem. The accommodation was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed location was awesome with a great outlook. Somewhere to really relax and unwind after a busy day. Thankyou Kim & Peter, I reckon we’ll be back for the next Regatta ##### Baz M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Morag B., Falkirk, Scotland 1 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely break in the country Comfortable and quiet cottage out in the countryside but close enough to drive to town. Right next to owners house but very private. Ideally situated to visit Waitomo caves and Hobbiton. Great fun playing with Rosie, the owners young dog. A very pleasant stay. ##### Morag B. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa S. 9 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### No fuss cottage We loved staying in your cottage. It had everything we could ask for and was lovely and clean. Unfortunately I didn’t get to spend much time getting to know the hosts but my husband did and enjoyed chatting with them. We definitely will stay again. ##### Melissa S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle S. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Massey country cottage The cottage was warm and clean we didnt realise it was so rural and was difficult to find at night a solar light at the gate would have been helpful but other than that we had a lovely stay and would recommend this property. ##### Michelle S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toby P. 19 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### worth it love it , nice area , quiet and provided us with everything we needed. welcomeing owners very friendly .help us a lot, love their two dogs. would go back again same day. ##### Toby P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack W. 12 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Jack W. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny B., Waiuku 7 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Lovely quiet cottage in the country but close to Cambridge. Will definitely be back. Warm, clean and tidy. Thanks ##### Jenny B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt S. 16 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great value weekend base Really nice quiet place in the countryside. Great value! ##### Matt S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shabiya A. 6 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay My husband and child are fond of the farm lifestyle and Kim's property provided that feeling and theur home was lovely, warm and beautiful. Not far from town either very convenient. ##### Shabiya A. 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