[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lake House - Arapuni -Pukeatua, close to Cambridge/Matamata/Te Awamutu. Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59980000/59970700/59970608/721c6780.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59980000/59970700/59970608/90-ef1aeb8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59980000/59970700/59970608/c4a30245.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59980000/59970700/59970608/6ecdace0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59980000/59970700/59970608/71f26972.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Lake House - Arapuni -Pukeatua, close to Cambridge/Matamata/Te Awamutu. provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - 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. ### Lake House - Arapuni -Pukeatua, close to Cambridge/Matamata/Te Awamutu. Stunning rural views & native bird life all in the comfort of our freshly renovated 3 bed home located in the tranquil Waikato farming district of Puketatua minutes from Lake Arapuni. Explore the area & breathtaking scenery around Lake Arapuni, take a stroll over the Arapuni Dam swing bridge or lunch at Ruhbarb Cafe Central to great locations & activities: Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari, Lake Karapiro, Waikato River Trails, Biking, Walking, Hobbiton, water sports or trout fishing on the Lake. Close to Rowing at Karapiro Our warm & cozy 3 bedroom home can sleep 5 people (7 if needed utilizing sofa bed) Bed1 Queen, Bed 2 King single, Bed 3 Double & sofa bed in lounge if required. Self Contained - fully equipped kitchen - Mwave, Dishwasher, Fridge, Oven & all the usual accessories (inc S&P, oil), BBQ Laundry -washing machine, iron & cleaning needs Linen, towels, hairdryer provided Outdoor area providing great views over beautiful farmland Off street parking & parking available by request for boat or jet ski (please enquire at booking Lake Arapuni is a hidden gem to visit, swim, Trout Fishing, Water or jet Skiing, walk or cycle the river trails, enjoy Rhubarb café or take a stroll over the Arapuni Dam swing bridge. 6 mins to Waikato River Trail Arapuni Maungatautari - also known as 'sanctuary mountain' boasts one of the largest pest proof fences in the world and is a beautiful place to walk & enjoy the native wildlife. 25 mins to - Lake Karapiro, Cambridge, Tirau, Matamata, Te Awamutu 1 Hour to - Rotorua, Taupo, Tauranga or Hamilton 25 min to NZ Rowing at Karapiro, Lake Karapiro Domain 10-15 min to Takapoto Equestrian Centre, Hora Hora Domain, Piarere 45 in - Lake Mangakino Mystery Creek, Hamilton Airport are 45 mins away ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - First aid kit ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90820000/90813700/90813678/9e0ac8ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country Tiny House With spa Arapuni - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 21 reviews CA $162 CA $231 total includes taxes & fees Oct 4 - 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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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ## About the area ![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-38.11655%2C175.60700&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=osuaKVFzkkoQkVnO6oEy-kRiwP8=) Pukeatua, Waikato #### What's nearby - Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari - 10 min drive - 12.2 km - Lake Karapiro - 13 min drive - 12.2 km - Hobbiton Movie Set - 41 min drive - 49.0 km - Waikato Hospital - 54 min drive - 78.7 km - SkyCity Hamilton - 57 min drive - 80.9 km #### Getting around - Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 56 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Rhubarb Cafe - ‬6 min drive - ‪Bruyce's Rockclimbing Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪Out In The Styx Cafe & Guest House - ‬7 min drive - ‪Heather’s Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lake House - Arapuni -Pukeatua, close to Cambridge/Matamata/Te Awamutu. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lake House - Arapuni -Pukeatua, close to Cambridge/Matamata/Te Awamutu.? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lake House - Arapuni -Pukeatua, close to Cambridge/Matamata/Te Awamutu.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lake House - Arapuni -Pukeatua, close to Cambridge/Matamata/Te Awamutu. located? > Situated on a river, this vacation home is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Lake Karapiro and within 12 mi (20 km) of Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari and Duxfield Reserve. Grey Street Reserve is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lake House - Arapuni -Pukeatua, close to Cambridge/Matamata/Te Awamutu. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 22 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russell D., Wellington Apr 6, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing family getaway Such a great place to stay. Handy location if you are wanting to get away from it all Comfortable, neat and well equipped for a relaxing weekend away. No wifi which was a treat! Couldn't of asked for anything more, would definitely recommend. ##### Russell D. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob E., New Plymouth, New Zealand May 17, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful little cottage Lovely house with terrific rural views. Comfortable and well fitted out. ##### Rob E. Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tessa H. Apr 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful spot A great quiet spot that had all we needed to relax in the evenings. Thank you ##### Tessa H. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah B. Apr 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Met expectations perfectly Everything we wanted for a weekend away & more - tranquil green surroundings & smart comfortable house with great bedlinen! It met our expectations perfectly - recommend it unconditionally. ##### Sarah B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mel T. Apr 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place to stay Thanks Lara for a lovely place to stay. We had a great time doing the local night glow worm kayak at Lake Karapiro. ##### Mel T. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheri O. Apr 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful but lots of outdoor activities Quiet, private and close to the dam. Well located for the activities we wanted for our teens - cycling, kayaking (glow worm canyon nearby especially fabulous), bird sanctuary and plenty of walks as well as the Arapuni bridge and trout fishing. We'll be back. ##### Sheri O. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue G. Mar 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to Lake Arapuni & Sanctuary Mountain Beautifully presented & fully equipped home with extensive rural views. Wake up to birdsong. ##### Sue G. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jolene N. Feb 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls R&R getaway - Truly faultless Our stay was excellent House location private which we loved The house was well equipped and the throws in every room made the rainy night we had extra cosy. The beds and linen were great for a perfect few nights sleep 💤 We opted to use the bbq each night which was great for us The host was friendly and helpful what a delight, thank you Lara 😊 Highly recommend! Be sure to go visit the Waihou River walk, the wooden farmer Cafe, Over the moon cheese factory, Arapuni damn suspension bridge and walk and Okoroire hot springs all in decent proximity to this house This house was perfect for us we hope you enjoy your time there as much as we did ##### Jolene N. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny P. Jan 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace quiet and stunning scenery A really relaxing stay. Peaceful quiet clean and just what we needed to reset before returning to work. Thank you. ##### Jenny P. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn F. Jan 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous views Loved this special place amongst the beautiful farmland around the Waikato River.Gorgeous views.Close to Waikato trails. Very comfortable with everything we needed. Loved the beautiful bedding. ##### Robyn F. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tharanga C. Dec 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and tidy place It was our second time on the property. We enjoyed our 3-day stay there. Pros: - The place is quiet, tidy. - The host is friendly and easy to deal with. - View in the afternoon and in the morning is breathtaking. - Closer to Trails Con: - The only con I can think of is not having Wi-Fi available, still, if you have Spark or Vodaphone you are safe. Highly recommend the place if you looking for an escape from all those busy schedules. ##### Tharanga C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### sheryl s. Aug 17, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### very comfortable get away We had a lovely 4 nights here. We choose it as a cosy central base to explore the Waikato region.It did n't matter for our purposes that any shops were 15 -20 minutes away. We found it t have everything we needed for a comfortable base. One daughter wished there was some art on the walls to make it feel less new, thought it was clean, warm and well stocked and very nice views. the beds were very comfortable and nice linens. ##### sheryl s. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard K. Jul 18, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A good base for exploration A really well equipped and comfortable property. Quiet with great views over the surrounding countryside. This is great location for exploring the South Waikato - our family loved staying here. ##### Richard K. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice P. Jul 6, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great accommodation, had a wonderful time, handy to shopping and eating in Cambridge, Tirau etc. Helpful host and we didn't want for anything on location, well equipped and such a relaxing enjoyable stay, Thanks you Lisa we had a ball. ##### Janice P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew G. Jun 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway Had a great couple of nights, even though it was wet the whole weekend. ##### Andrew G. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### simon s. Jun 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake Top I found the property perfect for what we needed working away from home, and Lara was super helpful and accommodating ##### simon s. Stayed 11 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tania M. May 9, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect rural escape The perfect place to base myself for a rural retreat from the city. Close enough to the local townships to top up supplies and then just enjoy the peace and quiet at the house. Has everything you could need for break away, very clean and tidy, and the heat pump makes the house warm and cozy on the colder evenings. Look forward to visiting again soon. ##### Tania M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria M. May 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning environment Really enjoyed staying here - it’s peaceful, the house is very well equipped and the beds are v comfy and my usual bugbear is over showers but this one was great thx! Warm and when u walk literally 5m up the slope u get a view to truly savour. Wouldn’t have changed a thing - I should t have been surprised but I was about how much there is to do from this location - literally a hideaway that’s close to so much. Sold on the area and we will be back with our bikes! Thx so much ##### Maria M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa J. Apr 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great value Lovely place to stay. Very clean and tidy. ##### Lisa J. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul E. Apr 25, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Brilliant family getaway The property was extremely clean and well kept. Kitchen had everything we needed and the beds beautifully presented and comfy. We arrived at night so the morning view over the hills was a stunning surprise and sight. Excellent communication with Owner, too. Would definitely stay again. ##### Paul E. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 5, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The amazing view and barbecue was awesome... Was very clean and dubble beds was comfy The single bed won't be comftable for an adult or adult child... But my daughter had no trouble sleeping in it ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tharanga C., Auckland, New Zealand Dec 27, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to spend a holiday Excellent place for a getaway! Neat and clean properly with all the things you need to spend some quality time with the family. Communication with the property manager was easy and prompt. Recommending to anyone who is looking for a calm and quiet time with friends and family. ##### Tharanga C. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Columbia C. Nov 30, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous stay The owner was super friendly and helpful. The house was clean and tidy and very well presented. All the amenities were well thought out with lots of helpful extras including info surrounding local attractions. Only downfall for us was no wifi! ##### Columbia C. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020