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Unusual Accommodation Waikato


 

Friesian Luxury Ensuite Tent - Soft Leaf Farmstay Glamping

Pukekawa

Soft Leaf Farmstay Glamping

268 Mercer Ferry Road
     www.luxuryundercanvas.co.nz          Phone: 027 702 0555      Luxury Under Canvas Facebook
Experience unspoilt natural bush, amazing night skies with no light pollution, abundant wildlife and total relaxation in luxury glamping tents on a working farm in the glorious Waikato, 45 minutes south of Auckland. Perfect for couples, families or small groups.    Read and see more...

Angus Belle Tent - Soft Leaf Farmstay Glamping
Angus Belle Tent Interior - Soft Leaf Farmstay Glamping
Deck of Outdoor Kitchen - Soft Leaf Farmstay Glamping
Outdoor Bath - Friesian Luxury Ensuite Tent

 

Earth Dome, Solscape Eco Retreat

Raglan
Solscape Eco Retreat
611 Wainui Road
           www.solscape.co.nz          Phone: 07 825 8268           Solscape Facebook          Instagram

Unusual accommodation at Solscape Eco Retreat includes earth domes, tipis (seasonal) and cabooses. Solscape is an eco conscious property located 6km from Raglan but walking distance to the beach. If you're keen to learn to surf check out the inhouse surf school - SolSurfer. Accommodation rates suit those on a backpacker budget and beyond.

Belle tent interior
Family Tipi
Caboose

 


Firth Tower

Matamata
Firth Tower Museum
www.firthtower.co.nz          Phone: 07 888 8369

Self contained motor homes can park over night for $6 per van per night ($12 if power is required) at Firth Tower Museum. Look for the sign in the car park for all you need to know, especially if you arrive outside Museum hours. It's free to wander through the gardens at the Firth Tower Museum but entry to the historic buildings is $5.


Cassie’s Farm Woolshed Accommodation

Cambridge

Cassie’s Farm Woolshed Accommodation

815 Maungakawa Road (12km from Cambridge)
www.cassiesfarm.co.nz           Phone: 021 231 6473          *** Facebook
The original woolshed on Cassie’s Farm has been converted into secluded and self-contained accommodation using largely recycled materials. The aim was to maintain the original character of the building, the history and essential Kiwi-ness of it, as well as making it as eco-friendly and sustainable as possible. Read and see more...

Cassie’s Farm Woolshed Accommodation - Kitchen
Cassie’s Farm Woolshed Accommodation - Bathroom
Cassie’s Farm Woolshed Accommodation
Cassie’s Farm Woolshed Accommodation - View

 


Waitanic

Waitomo
Woodlyn Park
1177 Waitomo Valley Road, RD 7
Phone: 07 878 6666

Touch down in Waitomo and spend a night in the Plane Motel or onboard The Waitanic. Lord of the Rings fans might prefer The Hobbit Motel and train enthusiasts can sleep onboard Waitomo Express. Woodlyn Park also hosts Billy Black's Kiwi Culture Show. Woodlyn Park is a short drive from Waitomo Caves.