Title: Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca

[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=122927264&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false)

Entire cabin

# Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins

Riverfront cabin with kitchen and fireplace

## Photo gallery for Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins

![Property grounds - Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins (Mangaotaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122930000/122927300/122927264/40d30211.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![Beach towels - Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins (Mangaotaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122930000/122927300/122927264/4fb35acb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Miscellaneous - Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins (Mangaotaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122930000/122927300/122927264/3e57b791.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Dining - Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins (Mangaotaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122930000/122927300/122927264/cba7d099.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins (Mangaotaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122930000/122927300/122927264/ffb8007f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins provides amenities like a garden and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 

### Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms915 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Pool
- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Outdoor Space

## Add dates for prices

Check-in

Check-out

Travellers

## About this property

### Entire place

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

### Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins
  
**Exclusive Riverside Farm Stay for Families, Friends & Retreats**  
  
*Sleeps up to 11 guests | 85 m² | Two designer cabins beside the river*
  
Escape to **Ripples Retreat**, a handcrafted riverside haven with two beautiful cabins — **River Song** and **Cascade** — each designed for comfort, connection, and creativity.
  
Book both cabins together for the ultimate **private group stay** — perfect for families, friends, or small retreats wanting **exclusive use** of the property.  
  
Enjoy complete privacy, sweeping valley views, and direct river access for swimming, kayaking, and picnics.
  
- **River Song Cabin** – romantic studio sleeping 5 with a four-poster king bed, cozy bunk nook, double indoor shower, and outdoor bath under the stars
  
- **Cascade Cabin** – two-bedroom cabin sleeping 6 with king + double beds, full kitchen, large deck, and outdoor bath with double shower
  
- Private riverside lawns, hammocks & outdoor lounges
  
- Farm walks, native bush, and friendly animals (farm tour free with 4-night stays)
- Some of the best **trout fishing** and **stargazing** in the North Island in this undiscover yet central location
- See our **1** **0 day travel guide** of everything to do from Ripples Retreat a true waterfront holiday destination
  
- 10 min to **Hairy Feet Hobbit Tours** | 25 min to **Waitomo Caves.** Day trips to **Hobbiton,** Hamilton Gardens, Waikawau tunnel.
  
Whether you’re planning a **multi-family holiday**, a **friends’ getaway**, or an **intimate retreat**, Ripples Retreat offers space, serenity, and soul — **exclusive accommodation in the heart of Waitomo, New Zealand**
  
## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach towels

### Pool/Spa

- Hot tub
- Pool

### Internet

- Available in the cabin: WiFi

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 3 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Porch/lanai

### Laundry

- Washing machine

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- In a rural location
- In the mountains
- On a river
- On the waterfront

### 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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- Garden
- Unit size: 915 square feet

## Similar properties

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103930000/103927300/103927295/4be59884.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Panoramic mountain and rural views - central to key destinations 

Te Awamutu

- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer

10

Exceptional

7 reviews

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=103927295&PinnedHotelID=103927295&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29485100/29485038/82ce6f20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aotea Retreat. Stunning Harbourside beach front.

Aotea

- Ocean view
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Pet friendly

8.8

Excellent

85 reviews

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=29485038&PinnedHotelID=29485038&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109210000/109209200/109209147/d6728131.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Quiet private bush out look but right in town. Perfect for boaties 

Kawhia

- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly

10

Exceptional

16 reviews

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=109209147&PinnedHotelID=109209147&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96750000/96745600/96745585/c24d2fc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sunset, 2 Bed W/outdoor Bath

Hangatiki

- Outdoor Space

9.8

Exceptional

8 reviews

CA $167

CA $218 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=96745585&PinnedHotelID=96745585&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

![Studio, Multiple Beds | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24090000/24081900/24081876/8765a6ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Matariki Motor Lodge

Te Awamutu

- Pet friendly
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning

9.2

Wonderful

65 reviews

CA $126

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 22 - Jan 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=24081876&PinnedHotelID=24081876&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

![Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Ensuite unit) | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624300/9624297/69704c4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

Waitomo Caves

- Pool
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Laundry

9.2

Wonderful

312 reviews

CA $82

CA $95 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=9624297&PinnedHotelID=9624297&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29484500/29484454/3e9619e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park

Otorohanga

- Pool
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Laundry

8.0

Very good

64 reviews

CA $84

CA $98 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 22 - Jan 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=29484454&PinnedHotelID=29484454&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

![Deluxe Studio | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72950000/72941500/72941486/17635344.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Waitomo Lodge

Te Kuiti

- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Laundry

9.0

Wonderful

236 reviews

CA $124

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=72941486&PinnedHotelID=72941486&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16010000/16000300/16000266/b879a863.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Woodlyn Park

Waitomo Caves

- Kitchen
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Laundry

8.4

Very good

253 reviews

CA $148

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 3 - Feb 4

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=16000266&PinnedHotelID=16000266&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34006600/34006550/6b5fabed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Palm Court Motel

Otorohanga

- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Housekeeping

8.8

Excellent

124 reviews

CA $121

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 21 - Jan 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=34006550&PinnedHotelID=34006550&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18 

### 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

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### 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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

### National rating

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

### Property is also known as

764044

## About the area

Located in Mangaotaki, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Tainui Historical Society Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Mangapohue Natural Bridge. 

[Visit our Mangaotaki travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mangaotaki.dx692483867861020672)

[View more Cabin rentals in Mangaotaki](https://www.expedia.ca/Mangaotaki-Cabins.d692483867861020672-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)

![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.42944%2C174.90714&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FBF_r93rv8MwKmq7LJg-1ewJTH0=)

Mangaotaki, Waikato

### What's nearby

- Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro \- 49 min drive \- 44.4 km
- Big Shearer \- 49 min drive \- 44.4 km

## Frequently asked questions

### Does Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins have a pool?

### Is Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins pet-friendly?

### What time is check-in at Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins?

### What time is check-out at Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins?

### Where is Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins located?

## Have a question?

Beta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Ask a question

## Ripples Retreat Book Both Cabins Reviews