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A romantic night in a Hole in the Ground

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
A rustic wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a tree.
Interior
A small, rustic wooden structure with a green door and a circular window, surrounded by greenery and a wooden bench.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace
The current price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July

Explore the area

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Tauwhare, Waikato
  • Place, Ross Bros Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Cambridge Raceway
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

About the area

Pukemoremore

At this chalet, you'll be 7.1 km (4.4 mi) from Ross Bros Museum and 9.5 km (5.9 mi) from Cambridge Raceway. Highlights at this chalet include free breakfast. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Pukemoremore chalet include Te Koutu Lake and Cambridge Farmers' Market.
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What's nearby

  • Ross Bros Museum - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Cambridge Raceway - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Waikato River - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Cambridge Farmers' Market - 13 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Kilda Cafe And Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Joe's Garage - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Smoke Collective - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Good George Brewing Co - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A romantic night in a Hole in the Ground

Disclaimer: To avoid confusion, we are not affiliated with Warner Bros and Hobbiton.

Spend a night in a Hole in the Ground in the middle of the Waikato. It comes with a nice breakfast with homemade bread and bacon and eggs (own chickens) and homemade jams. There's an outdoor area made totally of pallet wood where you have the opportunity to cook, have a BBQ and have a dining area.

Only suited for one or 2 persons (pets only at prior approval, service animals are ok).

We (since 1984) are Rivendel Gardens, growing tomatoes, capsicum, beans, courgettes etc. for the local farmers' markets.

I started with with the accommodation about 12 years ago as a playground for my grandchildren.

If you need help, just come to the red shed and I'm happy to help with whatever you need.

This Red shed will be available about half February, (see photo)

In a very rural environment, very quiet. 7 Km out of Cambridge.

Plenty of parking.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 248 square feet

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

563567

Frequently asked questions

Does A romantic night in a Hole in the Ground have a pool?

No, this chalet doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at A romantic night in a Hole in the Ground?

As of 25 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A romantic night in a Hole in the Ground on 30 Jul 2026 start from NZ$247, 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 for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at A romantic night in a Hole in the Ground?

No, A romantic night in a Hole in the Ground does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at A romantic night in a Hole in the Ground?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at A romantic night in a Hole in the Ground?

No, pets are not allowed.

Romantic night in a 'Hole in the Ground' Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The nights we went here were amazing! The property had such great detail and it was a great place to stay after visiting the Hobbiton set.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Johan was an amazing host and this location was the perfect cozy get away! The room is so cozy and the outdorr cook area is delightful! The breakfast provided is so yummy and nice! This is such a restful and claming place to stay! I cant say enough good things about it!! Everyone should stay here is they are considering it :)
The outside is so cute!!
The little outdoor cooking area
Cozy bed
Nice little kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fang L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is amazing, like living in a fairy, you can get all you need in this romantic world. The host is kind and helpful. it’s worthy to have a try.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical, whimsical and everything you could ever imagine! Johan is a fantastic host, you can tell that this is his passion project. We loved the attention to detail on everything. Wish we could have stayed every night of our vacation here. With that said it was the perfect pairing for the night before our visit to Hobbiton. We felt like we truly lived in the Shire and were taking a day trip to Hobbiton! 10/10 we will stay again when we come back to New Zealand!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Attention to detail for everything was upstanding! Although small, there was a full size bed, outdoor kitchen, indoor kitchen, seating area to relax either indoors or outdoors, shower, toilet, and storage hooks which are so underrated in vacation rentals to have a good way to stash your stuff out of the way. We had a wonderful visiting kitty, chicken, and situated in an apple tree orchard with Gandalf’s wagon. Johan has amazing woodworking skills and put the whole thing together in some sort of wizardry himself. Truly a dream stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serena C.

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

Perfect Hobbit Hole

Johan was the perfect host, very welcoming. The supply of breakfast foods was generous and very tasty. The bed was comfy and the shower was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh U.

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

Great rustic get a way

The property was perfectly appointed with timeless rustic charm and lovely touches all over the place. The facilities were just what we needed for cooking inside and out, great fireplace and high pressure shower. Loved the homemade jam and bread.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A place unique to any other
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

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

Exactly as expected

It truly was a unique and charming hole in the ground experience. Definitely a fun accommodation choice for those interested in the local tourist attractions. The farm fresh feijoas were a nice touch too :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev B.

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

Cutest little hut

We enjoyed staying at this unique little hut. It's entrance is very discreet so it took us a bit to find it. Host was very gracious.abd a good cook
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

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

Amazing experience

Cute little windows with awesome views. Really feels like a hobbit hole dug into the ground. Super warm with the fire on. Delicious breakfast with what I think is homemade jam provided. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica B.

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

So charming

Im obsessed with LOTRs and this was absolutely perfect for a hobbit hole. So charming and cute. I wish i could have stayed longer and could build one for myself.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was an interesting and unique experience. Directions to property were a problem. The address, phone number and a map should be on the web site. We got directions from the i-site in Cambridge otherwise we would have been lost' It also should be clearer that one should bring some barbecue food & wine for dinner as no eating places nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Truly Authentic Hobbit Hole Stay

What can I say - what a cool idea! The owner (and his daughter) obviously care very much about the experience. The communication was great - instructions were clear on how to gain access. They checked in frequently to see if everything was okay, and they have just the cutest animals (included an adorable black and white cat) that really add to the farmstay experience. There are some issues that are very out of their hands - it rained quite badly one of the nights and we had to deal with a bit of a slug infestation (that was easily taken care of) and then the bugs that just come hand in hand with our a farm experience. The home made bread and jams were amazing. The bacon and eggs provided were delicious. The obvious care and attention to detail really made for an awesome experience. If you’re looking for a big chain hotel experience - skip this one. But if you’re looking for a cozy, cottage-like hobbit-hole - this is a must do, especially for any lord of the rings fan!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024