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Kamahi Cottage is perfect for a romantic country stay near Waitomo. "A private garden paradise with 5 star dining hidden in the hills of New Zealand. A proud member of the Heritage and Character Inns of New Zealand.

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  • Kamahi Cottage
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Kamahi Cottage
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Kamahi Cottage

If you're looking for luxury near Waitomo, a romantic, intimate cottage in a peaceful farm location, panoramic views, gourmet food & warm hospitality, then Kamahi Cottage is perfect.
The self-contained, colonial-style cottage is warm, light & airy - a lovely country  garden  surrounds the cottage and nearby homestead.

 
The cottage has:

  • An upstairs queen bedroom with sweeping views over lush farmland and extinct volcanoes.
  • A fully equipped kitchenette downstairs ideal for any extra self-catering. (You will, of course, be served a full gourmet breakfast, which is included in the tariff. Breakfast is served in the nearby homestead or delivered to you in the cottage - the choice is yours)
  • A spacious modern bathroom (with complimentary toiletries, robes, slippers & bed socks)
  • A dining & lounge area with sound system/CD collection, TV/DVD, mini bar, plentiful reading material and fresh flowers. A sofa-sleeper converts to a comfortable queen bed for 2 extra guests. (Children are very welcome.) 
  • We also offer 2 & 3 course dinners by prior request. You are most welcome to join us in the homestead dining room or have dinner delivered to the cottage for a private evening or a special celebration

Kamahi Cottage is ideally situated near a great range of North Island attractions and activities. Waitomo is 30 minutes drive, Taupo & Rotorua 2 hours and Auckland  2½ hours.

Spend a night for a treat, plan a weekend escape or stay longer to relax, unwind and experience the exciting attractions our region has to offer.


Click here to discover  great activities & attractions near Kamahi Cottage:

  • Amazing action-packed adventures like Black Water Rafting and "Lost World" cave abseiling (rappelling)
  • Magical glowworm cave eco-tours
  • Horse riding
  • Trout fishing
  • Golf
  • Farm & garden tours
  • Scenic nature walks
  • Driving routes through unspoilt New Zealand scenery from caves to beautiful West Coast beaches 

 Click here to read independent guest reviews about Kamahi Cottage

Kamahi Cottage boutique farmstay

Kamahi Cottage is available for single party bookings for up to 4 guests - children are very welcome. Your hosts at Kamahi homestead are only a short distance through the garden, but you have panoramic views, total peace & privacy in your own self-contained retreat. Extensive breakfast options are served in the homestead dining room or delivered to the cottage whenever it suits you.

Your Hosts Liz & Evan ....Liz & Evan met at university, returned to the picturesque Cowan family farm after their studies; they intended to stay for a year, but never actually left! Liz is Swiss-born, loves cooking, entertaining, garden design, reading & listening to music. She's also involved in Local Government and local community promotion. Evan is a former organic chemist, keen bagpiper, hobby astronomer & maker of fine schnapps (fruit brandy produced from our own orchard.)

Phone 64 7 873-0849
Fax 64 7 873-0849
Email Click to email
Website Click to visit
Address 229 Barber Rd, Rewarewa, R.D.5,Otorohanga 3975
Guest and Hosted - 5 Star - Enviro Rating
Enviro Gold

Directions...

At the south end of Otorohanga (on State Highway 3) turn onto Otewa Road under the overhead railway bridge. Follow Otewa Road for almost 12 kilometres. Turn right onto Barber Road. Travel for another 2.29 kilometres to 229 Barber Road. Kamahi Cottage & Kamahi Homestead are on your left, clearly signposted "Kamahi - E.J. & E.M. Cowan"

Nearby Activities...

Farms, Gardens, Scenic Attractions, Abseiling/Rappelling, Caving, Golf, Horse Treks, Walking/Trekking, Fresh Water Fishing, Bird Watching

Nearby popular destinations...

Tauranga, Rotorua, Cambridge, Waitomo, Taupo, New Plymouth

Tariff...

From $335 to $455 per room per night.

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