We luckily found the Rangimarie Bush Retreat through Tripadvisor right before we left for our trip…read moreto New Zealand and booked it on a whim. We are sooooo glad that we did. This was the best stay and the best sleep that we had anywhere in New Zealand. The scenery is stunning and calming with a creek that runs through the grounds, the sounds of several birds, and trails to explore. The guest room we stayed in was immaculately clean and comfortable, attached the house but with our own private bathroom, private deck overlooking the grounds, and tea, coffee and cookies awaiting our arrival. This was our first night in New Zealand and the hospitality and generosity that we received made us feel so welcome to the country. We were invited to dinner on her deck with her friends and family and were brought a plentiful breakfast with the best homemade croissants I have ever had. Make sure you check out the outdoor secluded bath to really let your worries and stress go away. I recommend anyone to come and stay with Rowena and her dog Maggie at the Rangimarie!

The owner/hosts, Richy & Lynn welcomed us, like long lost family. Richy loves his village, made…read morefabulous recommendations and encouraged us to stay longer to relax in the area he loves. Lynn sees to breakfast. I can't imagine anyone leaves the table hungry. The rooms are clean and quiet. The property is covered in flowers and birds. They recommended Spellbound tours for the caves, Huhu for dinner and told us of a waterfall we had mostly to ourselves. Think of your visiting your favorite Auntie & Uncle, that is Richy & Lynn.

A hidden gem that if i could keep a secret i would, just so they would have always have an opening…read more Owners are friendly and helpful and always there. Provided us with a little breakdown of their town and offered a few extracurriculars. Recommended a small late night glow worm hike and even gave us a map and flashlight(torch) to use. Nice little renovated en suite with all the little creature comforts you would need for the night! Awesome no hesitations to stay there again if we ever find oursleves back here.

This is a fantastic little B&B just outside of the Matamata town centre. Set amongst lush green…read morelawns and picturesque mountains as a backdrop is the lovely cottage accommodation. John and Kathleen are very warm friendly, and Kath makes a scrumptious breakfast of your choosing. If you're planning to go to Hobbiton, and want somewhere local to stay, it's well worth checking out. Chestnut lane is 5 mins from the Matamata town centre, and only 15 mins away from the Hobbiton tour.

Our stay at Villa Walton was superb! Warm welcoming upmarket Villa in a gorgeous leafy setting set…read morein amongst working Dairy Farms. The rooms are beautifully decorated with generous ensuites. Also very warm and comfy. Close to Hobbiton and Matamata. Diane and Chris were extremely friendly and welcoming and Diane's cooking was wonderful especially her home cooked muffins! We loved our stay so much we will be back for certain. Don't miss the opportunity to stay, you will be pleasantly surprised as we were.

Amazing lodge in a beautiful 10 acre rural setting. Fabulous hosts Garth and Angie London cooked a…read moregorgeous lamb rump with pre dinner canapés and NZ wines. Sublime surroundings with nicely appointed rooms with doors opening out to the sound of Bellbirds and other NZ native birds. Highly recommended!!

Full disclosure...I am not usually a fan of B&Bs. I prefer the predictability of a hotel (later…read morecheck out, air conditioning, room service, better sleep quality, pool, gym etc.). So it was some trepidation that we made our booking at Kaimai Country Lodge. The online reviews certainly looked promising ...but you never know! We needn't have worried. This place is awesome. It was designed from the ground up to be a B&B so everything has been thought out to maximize guest comfort and privacy. The rooms are cleverly arranged to give every one their own unique and amazing view from a private deck. There is also a stunning lounge should everyone want to sit together. You can tell that the owners really care about the experience of their guests. They seemed excited and pleased to welcome us when we arrived. They jumped into action and were warm and engaging. They even waved us off after our stay just like we were family. Everything you could ever need is available for you to enjoy...sun hats, beach towels, extra pillows, powerful hair dryers, tea, coffee, books, cookies, bug spray, refrigerator etc. I mentioned that the only thing the place was missing was a power strip so we could charge our devices...moments later one was added to the "borrow area"...amazing. Some other things to mention... - sleep quality was awesome (this place is very quiet) - there is an overhead fan in the room which can keep you cool at night - breakfast is dynamite - there are great walks around the property (with fields of kiwi and avocados) - the back yard is beautiful...make sure you take a look - the arrival tea was delicious We loved our stay here and would be pleased to return some day.

Janice & Derek are running a super lovely bed & breakfast with two beautiful rooms off the beaten…read morepath just north of Hamilton. There are lovely views of the hills, a very sweet cow, two adorable rescue puppies, a handful of chickens, and a sweetheart of a cat to keep you company. If you're lucky, you'll be able to see some glow worms during a walk at the Hakarimata Walkways - one of New Zealand's best-kept secrets!! Breakfasts and dinners are included if you so choose (for a fee), and I highly recommend them! Janice is a superb cook and a bubbly, friendly person! If you're searching for accommodation that will be a real Kiwi home with a real Kiwi family (outside of the city and away from the "popular" tourist spots), this is it!

From the owner: We welcome guests into our Bed and Breakfast Accommodation. Henpecked cottage is nestled into the…read morecountry side with views of nature from your private balcony. Guests are welcome to self cater or we enjoy providing home style cooking as an optional extra. Also, an exclusive shuttle service is available to drop off and pick up guests from local attractions. See our website for terms and availability or give me a call. We hope to see you soon. Best Regards Janice and Derek.