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Villa Walton

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Restaurant
Cole Room | View from room
Restaurant
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$595
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

Explore the area

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303a Walton Road, Richmond Downs, 3475
  • Place, Founders Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Wairere Falls
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Firth Tower Museum
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe

Cole Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Orr Room

Orr Room

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Walton Cottage

Walton Cottage

  • Mountain view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Walton

Villa Walton puts you in the centre of Richmond Downs, 17.1 km (10.6 mi) from Wairere Falls and 26.8 km (16.7 mi) from Hobbiton Movie Set. Highlights at this B&B include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the bed & breakfast's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub and sauna. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights in the region of this 4-property class Richmond Downs B&B include Lake Karapiro and Karangahake Gorge.
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What's nearby

  • Founders Park - 16 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Wairere Falls - 19 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Firth Tower Museum - 21 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Lake Karapiro - 30 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 35 min drive - 31.8 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweet Painted Lady Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Food Glorious Food - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Workmans To Go - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Matamata Roast - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Villa Walton

Villa Walton offers its guests a hot tub and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Villa Walton. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Richmond Downs bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Villa Walton offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Richmond Downs bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Sauna

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Villa Walton B&B
Villa Walton Richmond Downs
Villa Walton Bed & breakfast
Villa Walton Bed & breakfast Richmond Downs

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Villa Walton?

Villa Walton offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Walton?

As of 13 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Walton on 13 Jul 2026 start from NZ$595, 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 parking available at Villa Walton?

Yep, Villa Walton has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Villa Walton?

The closest beach to Villa Walton is Omokoroa Beach (33.2 km).

What makes Villa Walton a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as comfy beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Villa Walton.

Is Villa Walton family-friendly?

No, Villa Walton is an adults-only property.

Does Villa Walton serve breakfast?

You bet, free cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Walton?

No, Villa Walton does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Villa Walton?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Walton?

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

Are pets allowed at Villa Walton?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Villa Walton Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Would highly recommend for couples looking for a great b&b! We love the breakfast and hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning Property. Beautiful location and gardens. Sue is an excellent host. Great breakfast and excellent coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent host’s Neil & Sue very accommodating and friendly awesome service from homemade Dinners to delicious breakfast. Absolutely truly wonderful experience in a little slice of heaven location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ferne O

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were given a warm welcome, and every need was met. The rooms are immaculate and well appointed. I recommend this inn with no hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 in every respect!

Fantastic two night stay at this gem in Walton, not far from Matamat and Hobbiton. Thank you Glenn and Mark for your outstanding hospitality at your magnificent property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing.

Absolutely amazing. Beautiful place, quiet with amazing hosts. My only regret was not planning on staying longer
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place we’ve stayed…ever? I can’t recommend the Villa Walton enough. It’s so beautiful and well looked after, the gardens are stunning. We stayed in the cottage and had everything we wanted, the secluded outdoor tub was lovely! The food was amazing. I think I ate more breakfast here than I have in my entire life. My wife and I have dietary restrictions and Sue Neil were extremely accommodating and thoughtful. Everything was delicious and I wish we stayed longer! We’ll definitely be back for another slice of heaven!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apart from the fact the house and gardens are stunning, we were so well looked after, what was supposed to be a local base for a 3 day work trip left us feeling like we had been on holiday for a week. The house and rooms restful, food heavenly, and the host treated us like old friends. We we definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karyl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique beautiful setting - the Property, the wonderful service and positive vibes! Want to go back and stay again asap 🌾
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderschöne Unterkunft mit ganz tollen und netten Gastgebern. Man fühlt sich wie in einem englischen Landhaus und kommt in der Stadt der Hobbits absolut zur Ruhe. Die Ausstattung ist perfekt. Wir hatten das Gästehaus gebucht, welches wundervoll und sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet war. Ein Highlight ist die Badewanne im Aussenbereich aus der man Nachts die Sterne beobachten kann. Das Abendessen in dem kleinen Restaurant des Hauses ist ganz hervorragend. Das Frühstück wurde uns im Gästehaus bereit gestellt und war wirklich lecker. Abgerundet wurde es durch Maracujas aus dem eigenen Garten. Wir würden jederzeit wieder hinfahren.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second stay and looking forward to the next.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent luxury stay. Well-renovated historical building, beautiful gardens, fresh food home grown and locally sourced. Great small touches that shows attention to detail. Personal and professional service. Great place to stay e.g. when visiting Hobbiton since it is only 25 min away by car. Also nice just for a comfortable getaway to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and property, super friendly hosts, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Glen and Mark were fantastic hosts!! We felt at home in their beautiful home. Dinner and the breakfast had everything you could want. I would love to return here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villa Walton is a must stay if visiting Matamata. Beautiful rooms and decor, delicious homemade food, immaculate grounds and exceptional hosts - Glenn was knowledgeable about the area, giving great advice on things to see, and made sure that we enjoyed our stay at both Villa Walton and Matamata.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming bed and breakfast with Victorian styling, updated amenities and features like a heated towel rack in the bathroom, and stand-up-frameless shower. The property was quiet and made it easy to relax. The owners are fantastic hosts who provide excellent coffee, breakfast and drinks for a relaxing nightcap. My wife is still talking about the avocado toast with toasted cheese. Definitely recommend Villa Walton.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding!

Amazing stay - perfection in every detail. If I could rate it higher I would. The accommodation, food and hospitality were superb. Glen was an outstanding host and we thoroughly enjoyed ( and extended) our stay. Congratulations, best bnb ever.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very perfect mansion which is both classic and modern. I’m surprised that even the towels are put on a heating rack. We love the food a lot, both dinner and breakfast. Fresh ingredients and nicely cooked by the host! Host is very nice and introduced us to sheep feeding. Thanks for lending us a HDMI cable as well since our laptop’s monitor is not functioning well and we need to connect it to the TV.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zahra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Dream

Such a beautiful place and the hosts are wonderful. Breakfast is always fresh and local. I hope to return in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bestes B&B ever!

Einfach nur perfekt: Glenn ist ein fantastischer Host, wir haben uns direkt wie zu Hause gefühlt. Das mit viel Liebe zum Detail restaurierte Haus von 1904 ist ein echtes Juwel, die Zimmer sind traumhaft... wir wären gern für immer dort geblieben.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabyasachi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful stay indeed! It was perfect, the hosts were wonderful and caring. The villa itself was out of the world. We do hope to come back in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional B&B

Excellent service and accommodations. It has a very homey feel and they really go above and beyond to make your stay exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, stupendous room, scrumptious food and a very welcoming and friendly host - Glen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I absolutely loved our stay here. The room was gorgeous and comfortable - beautiful bathroom and very clean. The whole place has been gorgeously decorated and there are so many small touches that just make it so inviting. Glen was a fantastic and welcoming host, not to mention an excellent chef! Our breakfast was delightful and the sticky date pudding was delightful. It was also great to interact with the sheep, chickens, and Willis the cat on the property. Would absolutely recommend staying here - truly a beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019