Title: The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=104345258&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals ## Photo gallery for The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals (Tamahere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104350000/104345300/104345258/7c449ec7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals (Tamahere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104350000/104345300/104345258/088a80c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals (Tamahere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104350000/104345300/104345258/c2f8d8db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals (Tamahere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104350000/104345300/104345258/d04f6e23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals (Tamahere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104350000/104345300/104345258/d54fb520.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a hilltop, The Farmette offers a serene escape for families. Enjoy great views of the surrounding landscape and interact with friendly animals like alpacas, sheep, and cattle in the paddocks. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals(Alpacas, sheep and cattle) in the paddocks. Feeding and Patting the animals are available but must be with the owner. My girlfriend is a photographer, if you need photos or videos of your family or children, you can contact me please. This distinctive 4 bedrooms Farmette is ideal for families seeking to relish a serene farmland environment. 15 mins driving to Hamilton city center, 10 mins to the airport, 12 mins to Cambridge. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - 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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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that 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 Located in Tamahere, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Waikato Museum of Art and History and Globox Arena are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Kartsport Hamilton and TreeChurch and Gardens. Waterworld and Taitua Arboretum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Tamahere travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tamahere.dx6343965) [View more Holiday homes in Tamahere](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tamahere-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6343965-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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-37.82294%2C175.37813&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rboP7p-_2pTzpbdpvVfgN1SJ_r8=) Tamahere, Waikato ### What's nearby - ![A few kilometres downstream from Lake Taupo the river changes to some rapids for a short distance. When the rapids finish there is a drop which creates a waterfall. It all ends with this scene which is stunning. Only a 30 second walk from the car park to the river this shot was taken about a 5 minute walk further downstream on the main track at sunrise.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052675/3e9386a9-4a68-4d66-8ef7-cf1789a774db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Waikato River 2 min drive \- 2.5 miles - ![Hamilton Gardens showing a fountain, wildflowers and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111820/10da03dc-85de-4056-b178-7ad3323ad8ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hamilton Gardens 7 min drive \- 5.6 miles - Kartsport Hamilton 5 min drive \- 4.9 miles - Moondance Manor Gardens 6 min drive \- 4.9 miles - University of Waikato 6 min drive \- 5.2 miles ### Getting around - Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) 12 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 8 min drive - Hell Pizza 9 min drive - Robert Harris Ruakura Cafe 7 min drive - Propeller Restaurant & Bar 7 min drive - The Garden Terrace Cafe 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals? ### What time is check-in at The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals? ### What time is check-out at The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals? ### Where is The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Farmette on top of the hill, with great views, and friendly animals 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 9 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dineh S. 19 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic home and host The home was beautiful and comfortable! The host was very communicative and kind! Enjoyed our stay! ##### Dineh S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne J. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend break. We had a great stay at Farmette on the hill. The children loved feeding the animals in the evening. The hosts were very friendly, the house fantastic. Would highly reccommend the property. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/975be61e-55e0-4bc9-a285-1e7efffb8bcb-1748827232644.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Joanne J. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate B. 16 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Holiday Relaxing family stay with primary age kids and grandparents. Great spot with lovely spaces to unwind after day trips. The place is very well equipped with quality appliances, and was spotless. Loved the views from the great big dining table and the bath, as well as feeding the alpacas. ##### Kate B. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### hai q. 24 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacations with friends Nice and clean , the house very bright and spaces ##### hai q. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen C. 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### NZ House & Garden Tour This was a perfect position to stay to be part of the NZ House and garden Tour. Plenty of space, comfortable and interesting with the animals. Host excellent.From our group of 5 adults ##### Maureen C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shawn h. 27 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Haven near Hamilton We stayed here for two nights to be central to a couple day trips and wish we could stay longer. The property was well taken care of and comfortable. Very spacious. Slept really well. The hosts were considerate, with fresh cut flowers and sweets for the kids. There's some Alpaca, sheep, chickens, and cows on site which is exciting for the kids. Will definitely try to stay here next time I'm near Hamilton. ##### shawn h. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer p. 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Countryside relaxing We had a lovely few days staying here. ##### Jennifer p. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Matt 24 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Country views were amazing and nice and quiet. ##### Matt Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah P. 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy WE stayed at this property so that the team could attend the Mystery Creek Fieldays. Great Location and large enough to fit most of our team. Beautiful house to home, home to each night after a long day. ##### Sarah P. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle S. 21 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and comfy Antony was great to communicate with when issues came up (very few), very fast and easy responses. Would stay again :) ##### Danielle S. 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