Villa Walton Cottage offers accommodation within a historic homestead, established in 1904. It is set in picturesque Matamata, overlooking local Dairy Farms and the Kaimai Ranges and is centrally located to Hobbiton, Cambridge, Te Aroha, Hamilton, Tauranga, Rotorua and Waitomo. All rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Extensive balconies and gardens are featured around the property. There is a private en suite in all rooms as well as tea/coffee facilities. Free private parking and free WiFi are available Villa Walton Cottage is just an 8-minute drive from central Matamata and a 20-minute drive from the Hobbiton movie set. The nearest airport is Hamilton International Airport, 35 km from the property. A taxi service is available upon request.

Couples particularly 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)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
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2 single beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.7
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Adelle
    Australia Australia
    Truly beautiful property inside and out. Clean, gorgeous rooms, amazing breakfast too. Sue and Neil took care of us and we enjoyed being in their home. Listening to the birds in the morning and seeing the delightful garden outside the windows was...
  • Michelle
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything was exceptional! Just PERFECT 👌 Stunning breakfast and incredible host, amazing grounds.
  • Guere
    United States United States
    Location, friendly proprietor, cleanliness and comfort of property.
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Sue & Neil McGregor

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Sue & Neil McGregor
The original homestead was known in the area for the beautiful cottage gardens and specimen trees. There are some beautiful examples of a hundred plus year old Kauri, Copper beech and magnificent magnolia trees which the tui love to visit. During its history, there have been many families live in the villa with each generation adding their love and attention to the property. The bedrooms that are lovingly decorated are named from the families or significant aspects of its history. There are many Victorian features in the villa including original tiled fireplaces, polished floors, leadlight windows and doors and high ceilings. The villa has been transformed to keep its original features but include modern facilities in the service rooms and ensuite bedrooms. The sweeping verandahs allow for privacy and intimate spaces for those wishing to enjoy the outdoors, beautiful gardens and views towards the Kaimai ranges. Situated in close proximity to a wide range of activities including Hobbiton, this villa is an opportunity for people to enjoy the experience of being on a farm in the beautiful lush Waikato.
Kia Ora! We are Sue & Neil, owners of Villa Walton in the Mighty Waikato Region of NZ. We are proud and happy to share our house with you as a premium Bed and Breakfast and look forward to welcoming you. Having travelled extensively both within NZ and overseas, we have a passion for hospitality and showcasing New Zealand to the world. Exceeding our guest’s expectations and ensuring attention to detail is something we deliver during every guest experience. Being an ambassador for our region of Matamata and the greater Waikato is important to us and we have in-depth knowledge of key attractions such as the Hobbiton Movie Set, Wairere Falls, The Blue Water Springs, Hamilton Gardens along with some local hidden secrets that will delight and surprise you. Neil is a keen golfer, fly fisherman, photographer and cook, while Sue loves gardening, holistic health and her Wire-haired Foxy Ted. Sue works full time in the Bed and Breakfast and is supported by local staff who support her inside the homestead and within the amazing gardens. Neil splits his time between his current role running a consulting firm and the Villa.
Villa Walton offers elegant and relaxing accommodation within our historic homestead established 1904. Set just outside picturesque Matamata overlooking local Dairy Farms and the Kaimai Ranges, this peaceful location awaits you. Centrally located to Hobbiton, Cambridge, Te Aroha, Hamilton, Tauranga, Rotorua and Waitomo.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Villa Walton Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Adult only
    • Electric blankets
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Wellness
    • Full body massage
    • Open-air bath
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Villa Walton Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 21:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    12+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 50 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that children under the age of 12 cannot be accommodated at this property. Any guest over the age of 12 is considered an adult and must use extisting bedding.

    Please note there are pet dogs and a pet cat at the property.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Villa Walton Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Villa Walton Cottage

    • Check-in at Villa Walton Cottage is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Walton Cottage on this page.

    • Villa Walton Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Massage
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Full body massage
      • Open-air bath

    • Room options at Villa Walton Cottage include:

      • Double
      • Studio

    • The prices at Villa Walton Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Villa Walton Cottage is 6.8 miles from the centre of Matamata. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.