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Character cottage. Walking distance to mountain and town. Private with spa.

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Perched on the outskirts of Te Aroha, this charming cottage offers a serene retreat. Enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Te Aroha and Kaimai Ranges from the spa pool on your private deck, or take a short stroll into town to explore the wetlands and mountain.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Character cottage. Walking distance to mountain and town. Private with spa.

  • Private Te Aroha self contained one bedroom cottage. Kitchen and separate bathroom.
    Spa pool on outside deck with great views of Mt. Te Aroha and Kaimai Ranges. Walking distance to town, wetlands and mountain.
    Enjoy star gazing whilst relaxing in the spa.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycles

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

This property does not allow children

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Te Aroha is home to this cottage. Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides and Fairview Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park and Karangahake Gorge. Visit our Te Aroha travel guide
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Te Aroha, Waikato

What's nearby

  • A stone house with a thatched roof by a lake.
    Hobbiton Movie Set
    51 min drive - 37.0 miles
  • Te Aroha Leisure Pools
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Mokena Geyser
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Te Aroha Museum
    4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • University of Waikato
    53 min drive - 37.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG)
    80 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Office Bar & Eatery
    2 min drive
  • Te Aroha Bakehouse Cafe
    20 min walk
  • The Duck and Cover
    2 min drive
  • Domain Cottage Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Palace Hotel
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Character cottage. Walking distance to mountain and town. Private with spa. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Character cottage. Walking distance to mountain and town. Private with spa. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Character cottage. Walking distance to mountain and town. Private with spa. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Character cottage. Walking distance to mountain and town. Private with spa. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Character cottage. Walking distance to mountain and town. Private with spa. located?

Situated in Te Aroha, this cottage is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Te Aroha Museum and 6.8 mi (11 km) from Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park. Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides and Karangahake Gorge are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, peaceful 2 night stay. The place was clean and had everything we needed. A short drive to the mineral spa and Te Aroha township. Our host was warm and welcoming, we loved the shortbread cookies :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

martin r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dermot was friendly, engaging and thoughtful. Great place to stay. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even though it rained all weekend, it felt nice and cosy in the cottage. Very clean and in lovely surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick and Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was tidy and welcoming. Lovely quiet spot off the road and Dermot was an excellent host. Dermot was very helpful and accommodating and went out of his way to make our stay enjoyable. We would definitely come back and stay here again. Thank you Dermot for being a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Cherise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great space in a convenient location

A great little space in a convenient location. The bed was the most comfortable I've slept in at a holiday rental, lovely and soft, the perfect spot to laze around and read your book.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bethan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place!

The perfect place for a few nights over Christmas, lovely hot tub and beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Miranda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second stay in character cottage

This cute cottage has everything you'll need for a short stay with the addition of your own private spa pool to soak away any pains from the day and do some some star gazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

catherine m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a weekend escape0

Quaint little cottage with everything you need for your stay. The spa is wonderful bonus. The property owner was very welcoming and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot

Dermot is a lovely host and was very friendly and helpful. Te Aroha is a wonderful wee town, and was the perfect place for a weekend getaway. Highly recommend - we’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great short stay! Old-school cozy cottage. Very peaceful and quiet with stunning views of Mt Te Aroha from the deck. Walks are nearby and about 10-15 into town on foot. Easy communication with the owner, who is a gent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot

We had a fantastic time in Te Aroha and the little cottage was perfect. We really enjoyed chatting with Dermott, he's a really interesting guy and was so helpful and friendly to us. Already planning another trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and private

We had a wonderful stay, it had everything we needed, private spa, clean and the art around the place made for a real treat. The host was super friendly and interesting. We’d love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Cottage

Nice location and outlook. Good Kitchen. Rustic decor. Comfy bed (double). Very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Miranda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Repeat Stay just as good

This was our second stay. Not only did we make use of the well equipped kitchen and bathroom, but we also made use of the hot tub behind the cottage this time. Lovely! Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Little Bach

Dermot is so lovely and the whole process was easy. The place was in a lovely setting, close to town, private. Spa is gorgeous. Had everything we needed. Can't wait to go again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Te Aroha Escape

We loved staying in the cosy and cottage. The spa pool was super relaxing to soak in under the stars. Dermot was super friendly and helpful. Looking forward to staying again! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recovery

Dermot was wonderful & made everything flow smoothly. Checking in was a breeze
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cherry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Pleasure.

Lovely little cottage over looking fields. Compact with everything we needed. Loved the long soak in spa, divine. Dermot was pleasure, lovely host. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sally V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is in a beautiful location and Dermot is the perfect host.The cottage is as described in the details,and the dining area has a fabulous view of the mountain. The cottage is also well equipped. Look out for the lovely stained glass windows and the sculptures in the garden. And a very comfy bed.Easy walking distance to the main part of town and the mountain.Good location for exploration of the whole Haraki plainand Kaimai-Mamaku mountain range.We would thoroughly recommend and would like to return if ever in the area . Thank you Dermot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liam-Dean W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint and cosy

Idyllic and perfectly comfortable for a couples weekend away. small town with very friendly locals and not far away from surrounding towns with plenty to offer. Amazing scenery and views of the mountain, plenty of scenic walks and small history based buildings. Great local art displays. The spa is the perfect way to end your day of exploration and ties everything together to make it perfect for an escape from your usual. The host is lovely and truely cares about your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended

Cabin is neat and tidy. Dermot, host, was extremely accommodating. His homemade biks were marvellous. The spa is perfect for soaking after walking. Thanks again Dermot for being a wonderful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sheralee G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Dermot is the most amazing host, going above and beyond to make me feel welcome. The cottage is quirky, comfy bed,well equipped in a quiet, private,peaceful location. The private spa is a bonus. Great value! I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get away

We loved our little get away here. The place was beautifully clean, nicely decorated with well stocked everything we needed. Lovey sunny deck with a great view of the mountain. Spa was the perfect way to enjoy the starry winter nights. Our host was friendly and responsive to queries before and after our arrival. Excellent value . We will be back .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Miranda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Studio Cottage with a View

Host, Dermot, goes above and beyond to ensure you are comfortable during your stay. The little cottage has excellent kitchen facilities, reverse cycle heating/AC and a comfortable bed. The view of Mt Te Aroha is superb. He also has electric bikes should you feel like checking out the Hauraki rail trail. Highly recommended for singles or couples.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A few days at Dermot's house

My stay was for a few days to join friends for a cycling trip. The large ensuite room with kitchen behind Dermot's house far exceeded my expectations. Probably one of the best on my New Zealand holiday. The place is tastefully furnished and the bed comfortable. The kitchen has a gas stove. There are many little artistic features making the whole experience an adventure. My host had thought through all my needs and the short bread and milk were a lovely gesture. Locally there are a range of activities - walking and spa. I hope one day too return
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024