Walnut Lodge B&B offers accommodations in Matamata. There's a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. All units at the bed and breakfast come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchenette, a dining area, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, a shower, and free toiletries. A patio with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in all units. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers continental, vegetarian options and fruit and juice are being served. For guests with children, the bed and breakfast features outdoor play equipment. Guests at Walnut Lodge B&B can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Hamilton Airport is 35 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
8.8

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jessie
    United States United States
    Lovely little apartment! Perfect for an overnight in the area. Quite comfy, good breakfast, and it was clean. Great location for Hobbiton. The gardens are beautiful and the pup Hunter was a doll. Also, Michael's archery lesson was so much fun! We...
  • Agnes
    United States United States
    The property is lovely and a close proximity to downtown, Hobbiton, about an hour and a half drive to Hell’s Gate in Rotorua. Our breakfast tray was brought to us the night of our arrival with different selection of cereals, fruits, yogurt, juice...
  • Laurie
    United States United States
    The breakfast was very good, many choices. The location was off the main highway so was very quiet with a view of the gardens.
  • Anderson
    United States United States
    If you're visiting Hobbiton, or the area, this is the perfect place to stay. The host went out of her way to drive us into town and made sure I had breakfast for my special dietary needs. They even had an option for archery (weather dependent). I...
  • Rob
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location in semi-rural environment. The cottage was very comfortable
  • Wyin
    Singapore Singapore
    Great B&B stay! Very clean and comfortable accommodation with full guest amenities: felt safe. Very hospitable host. Presented with generous breakfast spread and the most delicious home made cookies! Short driving distance to dining locations; not...
  • Emily
    United States United States
    The breakfast one made bread and jams were amazing. The owners were very friendly as well as their adorable pup, Hunter. They also had a lot of information about their property and local things to do and restaurants near by.
  • Takakererangi
    Australia Australia
    It was perfect and close to where we had come from and just what we needed for a couple days to recharge. Owners were lovely people
  • Kevin
    United States United States
    Everything was perfect. Wish I was able to stay longer.
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    Isabellye
    United States United States
    I loved the location of the place the breakfast was delicious. It was picturesque, quiet and clean, a wonderful get-a-way, and excellent service.

Hosted by Your hosts: Michael, Mia & our sons

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Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Your hosts: Michael, Mia & our sons
​The modern and comfortable décor of Walnut Lodge, coupled with the picturesque surroundings, will ensure you that your stay in the Waikato is a very unique experience and the perfect escape at any time of the year. The Lodge is your ideal bed and breakfast choice, enjoy the rural setting with views to the Kaimai ranges, as well as rolling countryside with beautiful sunsets, you will understand the true meaning of serenity and relaxation. ​ Each individual studio has its own bathroom, kitchenette, separate spacious living room and dining, contemporary in design with all the modern comforts one would expect. Complimentary continental breakfast provisions are included with a selection of cereals, yoghurt, jams, fresh bread, juice, teas and freshly ground coffee. *Gluten Free breakfast available - request on booking You are welcome to pick fruit from our trees; depending on the season we have lemons, plums, feijoas, apples, mandarins, blueberries, tangelos and pears. Perfect place to relax and watch the beautiful sunsets over the extended gardens and rolling pasture. You may like to take a stroll through the extended gardens.
We are an active family who enjoy the outdoors. We will be able to assist you if you are interested in a beautiful walk; enjoying the NZ great outdoors. Mia makes handmade, beautiful and delightfully different glass beaded jewellery. Michael is self-employed in Real Estate Sales
Our local attractions: Hobbiton Movie Set Tour is under 15 mins drive from our property or alternatively take the Hobbiton bus from the Matamata i-site under 5 mins drive from Walnut Lodge. Local walking tracks - Wairere Warerfalls, Maungatautari's Santuary Mountain, Te Waihou walkway & Centennial Drive, just to mention a few. Firth Tower Museum, located in Matamata Great cafe's & eateries to be enjoyed in the local town, Matamata Relax in the beautiful Te Aroha Mineral Spa's or the Natural Hot Springs of the Okoroire Hotel or the Opal Hot Springs. Swim zone Matamata – local swimming complex Matamata Golf Club, Walton Golf Club, Okoroire Golf Club, Tirau Golf Club - all located a within 20 mins drive of Walnut Lodge Matamata Race Club Gliding in Matamata Matamata is very central in the Waikato - under 1 hours drive to Beautiful white beaches of Tauranga, Geo thermal activity in Rotorua, Hamilton Gardens or Zoo.
Languages spoken: English,Dutch

Area info

Amenities of Walnut Lodge B&B
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Archery
    Additional charge
  • Tennis equipment
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Playground
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Dutch

House rules
Walnut Lodge B&B takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

You will be contacted by the property to arrange payment.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Walnut Lodge B&B

  • Room options at Walnut Lodge B&B include:

    • Double
    • Studio
  • Guests staying at Walnut Lodge B&B can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
  • Walnut Lodge B&B offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Water park
    • Tennis equipment
    • Archery
  • Walnut Lodge B&B is 1.1 miles from the center of Matamata. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Walnut Lodge B&B is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Walnut Lodge B&B may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, Walnut Lodge B&B is popular with guests booking family stays.