The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Interior
Golf

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Matamata, Waikato
  • Founders Park
    3 min drive
  • Wairere Falls
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Tauranga (TRG)
    52 min drive

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About the area

Matamata

Located in Matamata, this bed & breakfast is a 3-minute drive from Founders Park and 7 minutes from Wairere Falls. .This family-friendly bed & breakfast is 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from Hobbiton Movie Set and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Firth Tower Museum.

What's nearby

  • Founders Park - 3 min drive
  • Wairere Falls - 7 min drive
  • Matamata Golf Club - 13 min drive
  • Lake Karapiro - 18 min drive
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Dragon Inn - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chips N' Curry Matamata - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Redoubt Bar & Eatery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD


Close to everything Matamata has to offer, walk in and feel right at home, two heat pumps for cosy warmth. 10 minute drive to Hobbiton. Large, modern space which can accommodate one person up to seven people. Country views, just on the edge of town. Enjoy the freshly baked bread, butter and spreads, cereal, yoghurt, juice, fresh fruit and milk provided for breakfast, tea and coffee. Large free parking area right outside your door. Child and pet friendly. A private, peaceful place, but so close to town, separate and away from main dwelling, you'll have 135sqm of space plus two lawn areas, one fully fenced with patio and furniture.
The space:
One queen bed, and five more singles available, we can set the space up to your individual requirements. Well set out to accommodate one person, couples, groups, and families. Because the space is large and well set up, it can easily cater for professionals or groups working away. There is a separate bathroom, large kitchen area, two comfortable seating areas, bar fridge and large fridge, especially useful for groups, and also a freezer. A bench top stove with two hobs and oven, and a microwave. There is an office desk, and an ergonomic chair. Two heat pumps keep the whole area lovely and warm in winter, or nice and cool in summer. Fully fenced lawn area directly off the space, child and pet friendly, and another lawn on the other side of the space for your use as well. A lovely park is right next door and the space looks out on it. Wi Fi, 65 inch smart TV with Netflix, etc. There is a pool table for your entertainment. A modern cot and highchair are both available on request, there is no charge for either of these.

Guest access
Parking is free, off street right outside your front door, space for around eight cars if needed when a group is staying. Also room for larger vehicles.

Other things to note
Around 10 minutes drive to Hobbiton, and Wairere Falls. Cycle the Matamata - Paeroa cycle trail, visit the Opal Hot Springs, or Firth Tower and Museum. Under an hour to Tauranga or Mt Maunganui, Hamilton - ideal for FIFA World Cup in July - or Rotorua, around two hours to Auckland CBD. Ample dining options, restaurants, takeaways, all just a couple of minutes drive away, or a ten minute walk. If you wish to check in early or check out late, we will accommodate this if possible. We can store luggage if you want to travel away, and then return. If you are arriving to town by bus, we can collect you and drop you off by arrangement, there is no fee for this. We have airport transfers, and some private tours available. We can also drop you off and pick you up from Hobbiton or an event you are attending as a service by arrangement. If you are celebrating a special event, we can put any extra items in for your arrival on request, flowers, champagne, chocolates, etc please enquire if this is the case. If you are requiring a long stay, one month or more, for work or leisure, please enquire about our long stay rates.
Click on the last photo on the photo section to check out our transfer and tour options, contact for more information.
There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
A complimentary breakfast is included.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
A complimentary breakfast is offered.

Property manager

Maria Hamilton

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited)

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Games
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: We will accept well trained and well behaved dogs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Cot and highchair available on request

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Events considered on a case by case.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The red Shed
Easy to find central location, Maria is lovely to deal with and accommodation was perfect for our overnight stay & great to have pet friendly place. Thank you 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful and so helpful
such a great place to stay and host was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay
Lovely peaceful setting and very welcoming. The included breakfast was great. Perfect place for us and the dogs. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Matamata stay
Maria was a great hostess and accomodated all my requests. Our stay was excellent, warm, spacious and a great location. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wide Open Spaces
This is essentially a pole barn, and I assume it was once used as one, as indicated by the slight farm smell inside. The fact it's wide open is NOT a negative it's nice having room to move around, and the sleeping arrangements just work. Nobody (5) of us bothered the other while sleeping or staying up later than the rest. It worked out great. The kids played a game of pool, and we all fed the alpacas out back with nuts provided by the host. The host showed up shortly after our arrival to welcome us and was very interested in sharing information about the area, asking what our plans were, and providing ideas and suggestions for things to do and see. Note there is a neat "downtown" area we wished we would have made it to town sooner to check it out. We visited both the north and south islands, and my kids, both 17-year-old boys, liked this area of New Zealand the best; the rest of us mostly agree, but it's hard to compete with the south island if you're into hiking and nature.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Matamata races day
Suited what we wanted with 5 clean beds in 1 room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nazih A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and location.
It was a great place to stay. The host was there ready to greet us and made sure we had everything we needed which was great and the location was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time at the ‘Red Shed’ amazing hosts that went above and beyond to ensure the experience for our family was a memorable one. The pool table was a hit with our two teen boys also. Thanks again!

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little spot
Perfect location and amazing hospitality. Was a lovely studio style accommodation with super comfortable beds. Maria was an amazing host.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tania B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of space
We really loved our stay here. Plenty of room and a lovely space to rest in. A couple of things though that would make it even better... a non slip mat in the shower would be handy and tea towels as we couldnt find any. Not a biggie though because we loved it here nonetheless.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JY C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Modern Studio, Great Hospitality
Spacious, clean and modern, this studio unit is a buzzing place to stay. The host showed great hospitality with detail, from pre-arrival prep of fresh breakfast enough for everyone to welcome greetings. There are plenty of entertainment from snooker table to tabletops and a smart TV with Netflix, perfect for families and friends. Enjoy an encounter with curious alpacas and sheeps at the repurposed farm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Special and welcoming
Amazing stay. Maria was an exceptional host. The fresh bread, muffins, mini cereals and juice were a hit with the family. The pool table was a fantastic addition. Beds were so warm and comfortable, place was warm and we loved the set up. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane R., Moorestown NJ USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Super stay in Matamata
This was a special accommodation, a giant room with queen bed on one end, kitchen on the other, nice eating table and comfy couches with large screen TV. Even a pool table! Maria provided a lovely breakfast with fruit and yogurt, bread and pastries. We were very comfortable indeed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

VANESSA B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous accomodation, very comfortable and excellent continental breakfast
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clementine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
10/10 Host!!
Maria was an incredible host and we absolutely loved our stay in Matamata. Due to some last minute plan changes, our booking had to be changed, and Maria was the most accomodating, kind and helpful host we have encountered on bookabach. The property was clean, well equipped with all necessary linens and we had the most incredible continental breakfast provided for us during our stay. We couldn’t recommend Maria or this property enough. A must stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful breakfast. Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, wonderful host, close to hobbiton
The property is on a beautiful plot of land, a huge amount of space even with 5 adults staying! Maria baked us muffins and bread and was the perfect host! I felt very welcome and would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hobbiton Bach - We chose the property because of it's location. It was an enjoyable stay.
The pool table and games helped to add fun to our stay. The host was exceptional in her communication.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

roger c., Honolulu, Hawaii

Liked: Cleanliness
Matamata Hideaway
A great place with a beautiful location. Close to Hobbiton, and cut little town. Very comfortable, spacious accommodation. The llamas are very friendly, and playing billiards an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much space!
Excellent communication from the owner making checking in late easy. Handy outside power point for EV charging. An enormous space with lots of seating options. Great water pressure in the shower. Generous breakfast options. The only possible problem is the blinds are not black out so bring eye shades if that bothers you (doesn't bother me).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022