[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spacious, Stunning, Large Home—Perfect for Big Gatherings, Cozy & Charming Vacation home in Richmond Downs with kitchen and fireplace ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112910000/112908500/112908460/7cb282af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/afea024b-87a5-4b5a-83a9-357e19837d09-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112910000/112908500/112908460/2bf8dc8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112910000/112908500/112908460/bc0dab7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112910000/112908500/112908460/w2714h1557x0y0-abcd8114.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Spacious, Stunning, Large Home—Perfect for Big Gatherings, Cozy & Charming and take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Spacious, Stunning, Large Home—Perfect for Big Gatherings, Cozy & Charming A Home Like No Other Spacious, Stunning Large Home—Perfect for Big Gatherings, Cozy & Charming, just like a Hobbit home! Gather your favourite people and escape to a place where memories are made. This five-bedroom rustic retreat blends cosy comfort, handcrafted artistry, and stunning rural scenery—perfect for family reunions, milestone celebrations, or a getaway with close friends. Every detail of this unique home, from its mortise-and-tenon timber frame to the hand-tinted lime plaster walls and locally sourced stone fireplace, tells a story of love and craftsmanship. With space to laugh, dine, and relax together, it’s more than just accommodation—it’s a warm, character-filled haven where your group can reconnect, celebrate, and create unforgettable moments. Built with passion and craftsmanship, this home is a true masterpiece. Constructed using traditional techniques, it exudes an old-world charm. Hand-tinted lime plaster walls, stone fireplace, and warm wooden beams create an ambiance Set on a picturesque property by a beautiful Stream and surrounded by rolling green hills. Inside, the inviting lounges has the essence of an old English pub, with low wooden beams, deep-comfort, and a grand stone fireplace—like the Green Dragon. A second lounge, with its cathedral ceiling and mezzanine floor, offers cozy retreats. The open-plan kitchen is perfect for preparing meals, while the large dining table, set for ten, invites memorable shared feasts. This space embodies the joy of good food and great company. Each bedroom, nestled under warm wooden beams, radiates the charm of a 16th-century English cottage, reminiscent of the snug quarters of the Hobbits. After a day of adventure, soak in a deep bath relax and unwind ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105990000/105981400/105981397/3733192f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely 3 Bedroom Quiet Home with Farm Views - 10 mins to Cambridge and Hobbiton Cambridge - Free WiFi - Parking available - Laundry - Microwave 9.8 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=105981397&PinnedHotelID=105981397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83470000/83466000/83465950/d437d20c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD Matamata - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 34 reviews CA $160 CA $227 total includes taxes & fees Oct 14 - Oct 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=83465950&PinnedHotelID=83465950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679401/3a8e6e55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kauri Lodge Karapiro Karapiro - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Parking included - Laundry 9.6 Exceptional 110 reviews CA $152 CA $177 total includes taxes & fees Oct 14 - Oct 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=9679401&PinnedHotelID=9679401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98460000/98457600/98457579/203e6b26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Night on Broadway - Apartment in beautiful vibrant Matamata. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Richmond Downs is home to this vacation home. Founders Park and Firth Tower Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Matamata Golf Club and Mills Reef Winery. Hobbiton Movie Set and Te Aroha Leisure Pools are also worth visiting. [Visit our Walton travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Walton.dx553248635926197931) [View more Vacation homes in Walton](https://www.expedia.ca/Walton-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248635926197931-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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-37.75269%2C175.67873&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=N4-uQIKhGaXdi83br8vj6S8a1h4=) Richmond Downs, Waikato ### What's nearby - Founders Park - 20 min drive - 21.5 km - Wairere Falls - 20 min drive - 22.2 km - Firth Tower Museum - 24 min drive - 24.6 km - Hobbiton Movie Set - 29 min drive - 27.2 km - SkyCity Hamilton - 54 min drive - 53.4 km ### Getting around - Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 54 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Sweet Painted Lady Cafe - ‬12 min drive - ‪Workmans To Go - ‬12 min drive - ‪Matamata Roast - ‬17 min drive - ‪Food Glorious Food - ‬12 min drive - ‪Essenza Coffee Company - Roastery - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spacious, Stunning, Large Home—Perfect for Big Gatherings, Cozy & Charming pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Spacious, Stunning, Large Home—Perfect for Big Gatherings, Cozy & Charming located? > Situated in Richmond Downs, this vacation home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Founders Park, Hobbiton Movie Set, and Wairere Falls. Firth Tower Museum and Matamata Golf Club are also within 16 mi (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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