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The Waterlily Gardens

3.0 star property
Cottage with free parking, in the vicinity of Owharoa Falls

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Located close to Owharoa Falls, The Waterlily Gardens provides a terrace, a garden, and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
441 Pukekauri Road, Waihi, 3682

What's nearby

  • The Waterlily Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Owharoa Falls - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Martha Mine - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Athenree Hot Springs - 13 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Karangahake Gorge - 17 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kava waihi - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Banana Pepper - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waikino Station Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wakino Tavern - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Waterlily Gardens

Cottage with free parking, in the vicinity of Owharoa Falls
Conference space, express check-out, and wedding services are available at this smoke-free cottage. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden and a picnic area. All 2 accommodations boast fireplaces and offer free WiFi and kitchenettes. Refrigerators and microwaves are standard, as are Smart TVs with digital channels. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Waterlily Gardens offers 2 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Waihi cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • High chair

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • 1,453 square feet of conference space

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total
  • Pets stay free
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Deposit: NZD 100 per stay

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 units
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: NZD 100 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Waterlily Gardens House Waihi
Waterlily Gardens Waihi
Waterlily Gardens
The Waterlily Gardens Waihi
The Waterlily Gardens Cottage
The Waterlily Gardens Cottage Waihi

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterlily Gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of NZD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Waterlily Gardens?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterlily Gardens?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Waterlily Gardens?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Waterlily Gardens located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Owharoa Falls and within 12 mi (20 km) of Karangahake Gorge and Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides. Orokawa Bay and Athenree Hot Springs are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

The Waterlily Gardens Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great environment Old fashioned management

The location is beautiful and only a short drive to Waihi where I spent 2 days working The arrival is confusing with no clear signage to say where reception is. The website says check in available till 9 pm but I had received 3 voice messages at approx 5.30 pm to ask what time I was arriving. The access to my accommodation was through lawn with no designed driveway access. There was no working Tv and a rude sign saying that was because guests had caused the problem While the sheets were perfectly clean The towels and duvet cover smelt I will not be recommending this accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Off the beaten track

Very unique, memorable accommodation. Lovely rural location, so restful, the gardens are stunning. Loved it!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rechelle and Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a beautiful spot, tranquility and a few Billion stars at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and a beautiful spot. The fire was awesome on a cold night. Our kids loved the upstairs bed! The cottage was modern and contemporary. Thanks heaps
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is pretty nice, but it definitely a long way off the beaten track. Having looked for a facility in Hamilton, this is certainly not it! If you're looking for a romantic farm stay getaway this would be lovely, but if you're looking for something in town for an overnight break, this is probably not it. No one was there to meet us as advised, and we nearly got in the car and drove off, luckily someone did come eventually and we got booked in, l;ate be at least we had a nice bed to sleep in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Cottage Escape

The Waterlily Gardens is a beautiful place to stay. Such a great spot to get away from it all and the amazing cottage has everything you could want. The log fire was great too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

We are warm blooded creatures, give us HEAT!

The Waterlily Gardens was a nice please to stay but for a few issues. The unit had a small wood stove where the guest is expected to get a fire going. I spent 45 minutes getting the fire going but the heat could only be felt when standing next to it. As we are uncomfortable with leaving something burning while we sleep so we let the fire burn down before going to bed. There was portable oil-filled radiator heater that wasn’t functioning properly as you had to be right up against it to feel any heat. As the room was still very cold, we went to bed fully dressed with our coats on. There were a few other issues: no hair dryer (expected), no remote for the TV (either find the remote or get rid of the TV), CD player (who carries CDs with them on vacation? Get Bluetooth speaker).
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely long weekend

Lovely little cottages, tidy and clean. Stayed over Easter and was quiet, not set up for long stays as fry pan is tiny and there was no spatula, and a mis match number of plates. TV doesnt work well either so was hard to entertain daughter on rainy day, lots of card games. But we made do. Rachel was lovely and accommodating. Would definitely stay again, nice and close to everything. Loved seeing the rabbits hopping around. Close to Karangahake Gorge so we went early to miss the crowds.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous cottage and surroundings. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully set in lovely gardens it's a lovely spot of NZ. Nice and secluded so you really can get away from it all. Check in was easy and the host was very nice. The cabin had everything we needed for a night away from the kids. We had a nice walk around the gardens before sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

frederic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cottage de charme

Un cottage dans un grand jardin paysager au beau milieux de la compagne. Le calme absolue.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing garden, secluded. Water quality could be better
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cottage with prestine gardens, the host was friendly and accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay with family

It was a fantastic place to stay. There is a very nice Waterlily garden and Cafe just next to the accommodation. Karangahake gorge is just 10 mins away.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning property, felt so secluded it was unreal
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a little gem in Waihi, the owner Rachael was very friendly and greeted us at the gate. The Honeymoon cabin was amazing, it is located in a private setting and the views from the cabin were very nice looking at the natural beautiful trees and landscape.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fabien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stunning cabin in a magnificent garden

Incredible self catering cabin in the middle of a beautifully manicured garden. Waking up with the sound of singing birds was a real treat, and we felt completely isolated even though the owners were not very far. The surrounding is breathtaking and we were advised to go to Falls Retreat for dinner, 5 min away, which was an excellent option.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After lodging in the cities/towns on my travels the setting and cabin was a nice break from the rest of my trip. I wish I could have stayed longer! The owner was responsive and so welcoming when I arrived on the property. The gardens are beautiful and a joy to walk around and explore.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love it,love it, love it! but it would be nice if the bottled water was provided since the water was not drinkable. the weather was terrible during our stay, but this lovely cottage comforted my heart. definitely come back again !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secluded location in a beautiful garden. Perfect for unwinding from the rat-race.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Teresa, Waiuku

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved where the property was situated; loved the gardens and the wee bush walk. The Lilypad was nestled on it's own with a lovely outlook on to the garden - providing us with the peace and privacy we like. The amenities were great and the hosts, lovely people who provided us with what we needed and then left us to it! There was nothing we disliked. However, we think an added comfy chair would be a bonus and we would have liked the oven to be a little more accessible than it was. Otherwise, fabulous :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Isabella, Hamilton, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Get away from it all!

You wouldn't have thought Waihi was so close! The host were very friendly and helpful, and then left us too it..wish we had booked for longer than one night..definitely going there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018