Cottage in Waikato
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this cottage rental
Escape the hustle and bustle. This beautiful cottage welcomes you. Conveniently close to Auckland - 60 mins drive.
Great fishing at your doorstep - close to boat ramp.
The Miranda Hot Springs is a popular attraction, with thermally heated fresh mineral water pools 5 min drive. Currently closed for maintenance.
Cafe: Stray Dog Cafe – I minute up the road.
Taste Kaiaua's famous fish and chips at Kaiaua Fisheries Restaurant. Dine in their licensed restaurant or enjoy wrapped takeaway food.
Bay View Restaurant and pub - great menu
Pukorokoro Miranda Shorebird Center is an excellent stop to escape the city and have a look at some of New Zealand’s amazing bird life. Best bird-watching is two hours either side of high tide. The Seabird Coast is a popular attraction, home to up to 20,000 migratory seabirds and waders, rich in marine life, and an ideal spot for bird watching, picnics and fishing.
Bush walks in Hunua Ranges, Waharau Ridge Track.
Hauraki Rail Trail.
Miranda to Thames is a 25 min drive – lots of restaurants, cafes, sightseeing - Thames Market on a Saturday - very popular with locals. Thames Society of Arts, Thames School of Mines and Mineralogical Museum, Butterfly and Orchid Garden.
A wonderful day trip is through the Karangahake Gorge – either walk or hire electric bikes from Paeroa Sportsworld. This walkway follows the gold rail trail between Paeroa and Waihi.
Paeroa is known as the Antique capital of New Zealand – 30 min drive from Miranda.
In the surrounding area there are numerous art and craft stores/ workshops. Ngatea Art Gallery. Metal Sculpture Gallery, Waitakaruru.
Another day trip could be to Waihi to see Martha’s Gold Mine.
This property is also a great location/ property for a small intimate country wedding. Just hire a free standing marquee, set this upon the lawn in front of the cottage. Plenty of parking spaces in paddock. Great photographic opportunities. Please note: Minimum rate for wedding hire of property is 3 nights.
Special conditions:
Smoking OK outside.
Pets are very welcome - please advise us at booking.
Plenty of parking for boats, jet skis etc.
For stays longer than a week, rates are 'negotiable'.
Lots of room for children to play around outside and explore.
Kaiua has a children's playground and is known for best fish and chips in NZ.
Location is great to explore, Thames, Ngatea, Coromandel, Waihi, Paeroa. Walks, beaches, arts and crafts, birdlife, cafes, antiques, hot pools, Gold mine.
Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Great fishing at your doorstep - close to boat ramp.
The Miranda Hot Springs is a popular attraction, with thermally heated fresh mineral water pools 5 min drive. Currently closed for maintenance.
Cafe: Stray Dog Cafe – I minute up the road.
Taste Kaiaua's famous fish and chips at Kaiaua Fisheries Restaurant. Dine in their licensed restaurant or enjoy wrapped takeaway food.
Bay View Restaurant and pub - great menu
Pukorokoro Miranda Shorebird Center is an excellent stop to escape the city and have a look at some of New Zealand’s amazing bird life. Best bird-watching is two hours either side of high tide. The Seabird Coast is a popular attraction, home to up to 20,000 migratory seabirds and waders, rich in marine life, and an ideal spot for bird watching, picnics and fishing.
Bush walks in Hunua Ranges, Waharau Ridge Track.
Hauraki Rail Trail.
Miranda to Thames is a 25 min drive – lots of restaurants, cafes, sightseeing - Thames Market on a Saturday - very popular with locals. Thames Society of Arts, Thames School of Mines and Mineralogical Museum, Butterfly and Orchid Garden.
A wonderful day trip is through the Karangahake Gorge – either walk or hire electric bikes from Paeroa Sportsworld. This walkway follows the gold rail trail between Paeroa and Waihi.
Paeroa is known as the Antique capital of New Zealand – 30 min drive from Miranda.
In the surrounding area there are numerous art and craft stores/ workshops. Ngatea Art Gallery. Metal Sculpture Gallery, Waitakaruru.
Another day trip could be to Waihi to see Martha’s Gold Mine.
This property is also a great location/ property for a small intimate country wedding. Just hire a free standing marquee, set this upon the lawn in front of the cottage. Plenty of parking spaces in paddock. Great photographic opportunities. Please note: Minimum rate for wedding hire of property is 3 nights.
Special conditions:
Smoking OK outside.
Pets are very welcome - please advise us at booking.
Plenty of parking for boats, jet skis etc.
For stays longer than a week, rates are 'negotiable'.
Lots of room for children to play around outside and explore.
Kaiua has a children's playground and is known for best fish and chips in NZ.
Location is great to explore, Thames, Ngatea, Coromandel, Waihi, Paeroa. Walks, beaches, arts and crafts, birdlife, cafes, antiques, hot pools, Gold mine.
Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Amenities at Miranda Valley Orchid Cottage - rural tranquiity
Free WiFi/internet
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Refridgerator
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
Garden
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Children's high chair
Towels
Hairdryer
Map of Waikato
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
Everything was perfect. Lovely comfortable cottage with everything we needed. Beautiful surrounds and garden and close to everything we wanted to do. Good contact with our hosts.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·May 2025
Very well equipped comfortable cottage and Anita and Barry are lovely hosts. No eggs but there were some great little goodies to enjoy with a coffee. A peaceful spot which suited us and our cavoodle perfectlyDefinitely recommend.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Mar 2025
Quiet location and perfectly situated for our interest in birding and biking.
5.0 / 10.0·Jan 2021
We stayed 5 nights and had an AMAZING time! We enjoyed a modern home with a lovely kitchen, comfy beds, wifi, sky TV, and a gorgeous sunny fenced yard for us and our dog. Then we were treated to visits from Rufus, free range eggs every day, fresh fruit from the trees in the yard, and homegrown tomatoes and potatoes. Barry checked in that we were doing okay, otherwise left us to enjoy our stay. Every day we were able to drive up the coast to check out the various beaches and regional parks - we found several spots where our dog was allowed to play off lead. Thanks for an amazing week
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Top rated by guests
9.6Outstanding
(44 Ratings)
"Everything was perfect. Lovely comfortable cottage with everything we needed. Beautiful surrounds and garden and close to everything we wanted to do. Good contact with our hosts. "
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