Above the River Karapiro Bed & Breakfast

An amazing location with some views of the river. Very comfortable beds and a nice Continental breakfast.

Location was fabulous and the views were amazing.

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Everything 😀. Lovely place just in the middle of North Island. Quiet and comfortable.

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So much love and attention to detail went into this place. It was quiet and cosy. I would stay there again. I loved the extra things, like electric blankets and the fixings for breakfast.

On the corner of awesome and bombdiggity … the perfect place to be away from it all in rural New Zealand in the morning mist but with everything only a morning breeze away. Delightful, Thank You Tracey 👌

#perfectsolution

Quiet location, beautiful views, welcoming host. Comfortable beds, warm and cosy accomodation.

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The property was immaculate and so comfortable for our stay. Beautiful location and excellent communication.

Quiet and beautiful scenery

The property is secluded and beautiful, Tracey was very welcoming and accommodating, and we had everything we needed for a relaxing and comfortable stay.

Everything was perfect!

Lovely setting

Er is aan alles gedacht tot in de kleinste details. Alles schoon. Compleet ontbijt. Maar bovenal: een pracht locatie

Fantastic location, excellent accommodation, great host.

Beautiful location. Tracey Is lovely and her cat Reggie was adorable! Quiet and relaxing was sad to stay only one night!

Außergewöhnlich schöne Lage

Der Zuschnitt der Räume war für 2 Personen wunderbar, zu viert wäre es etwas eng geworden.

Très bien

L'accès aux personnes à mobilité réduite. Quelques marches..

Fab location for us as we were attending a function at The Red Barn. Lovely facilities and amenities.

Breakfast was okay and Shane welcomed us as soon as we arrived to give the key.

No cooked breakfast.

Een heerlijk ruim, schoon appartement van alle gemakken voorzien.

Helemaal niets!

Nous avons été accueillis comme des amis dans un coin de paradis. La maison, entièrement équipée de neuf domine toute la zone environnante. Nous avions de quoi faire un vrai repas en guise de petit déjeuner. Tout ce que vous pouvez désirer s'y trouve y compris un BBQ. L'appartement est très grand. C’est un des plus beau bnb que nous ayons eu. Merci pour ce moment délicieux Il faut un quart d'heure de route pour aller a Hobbiton et vivre un moment magique.

Ne rester qu'une nuit...

What a lovely place to stay, beautiful property so well furnished excellent facilities, spotlessly clean and maintained. Tracey was extremely welcoming and obviously very proud of her accommodation. Breakfast was more than plentiful and top quality

There is nothing not to like about the property or the host

So happy with it all. Hosts are lovely, accommodation excellent. Continental breakfast was very good. Choice of hot drinks had Milo included which made me very happy as I don’t drink tea or coffee. There was nothing to not like. TV was very user friendly Gardens are full of native plants and lovely to walk around

Nothing. All good.

Absolutely Everything.

Nothing to dislike as everything was perfect

Lots of choices, amazing.

The weather

everything was top notch as expected. Breakfast was plentiful. Very friendly host and amazing white fluffy cat.

WIFI was a little temperamental.

Wonderful spread of breakfast choices to choose from. Beds were really comfortable. The whole experience far exceeded my expectations.

Fantastic location (need a car!) but so tranquil and peaceful. Definitely recommend. Very clean and quiet. Having your own access to breakfast also a plus with children. Tracey was able to provide a travel cot and high chair for our baby.

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Me encantó lo ordenado y cuidado que estaba todo, el apartamento y el jardín. Los anfitriones, de 10. El desayuno muy completo y variado. Un paraíso para descansar y relajarse.

Very comfortable with everything you could need for a short stay. Thanks for the friendly welcome.

Le cadre et la décoration.

The location was simply beautiful. It was convenient to the local town and Hobbiton. The privacy and peacefulness of the place was fantastic.

Leaving

The quiet rural location, the proximity to two venues we wanted to go to.

Quiet and secluded location but close enough to Cambridge and Hamilton to explore. The views are spectacular. The hosts were amazing and respected our privacy, the little special touches like shortbread biscuits on arrival made our stay exceptional. Thank you Tracey and Shane for sharing your spot in paradise.

Lovely peaceful location. Well-appointed and comfortable accommodation. Great breakfast provided. Loved the little touch of the cookies. Only 20 mis from Hobbiton.

Property was very comfortable and very cozy and the outdoor space was beautiful. Loved the peace and quiet.

Great instructions, beautiful views, comfy beds and a very good supply of breakfast food and snacks

Nothing. It was lovely

We absolutely loved our stay. The place was spacious, beautifully furnished and had everything we could wish for. Our host was incredibly friendly and gave us great suggestions for dinner and things to do nearby. The location on the hill is stunning, so peaceful and picturesque. We wish we could have stayed longer, but we will definitely be back.

Stunning view. Clean and comfortable accommodation. Excellent bed.

The location is beautiful and the same for the rooms. Absolutely an amazing place to stay. The breakfast was also very good! Great place to stay with a very friendly host.

Clean, cozy & quiet with friendly hosts. Absolutely loved the views!!

Nothing really. It’s a little way off the road but the views and accomodation are totally worth it.

Beautiful location, with quality fit out. The place is well maintained with good heating making it very cosy. Very good continental breakfast provided.

A slider between the front bedroom and kitchen area would be prefect to give privacy and allow use of the kitchen. Unfortunately it was too wet to utilise the outdoor area.

Precioso alojamiento muy cerca de Matamata y Hobbiton. Tiene unas vistas increíbles. Te incluyen el desayuno. Muy recomendable.

En las habitaciones hacía un poco de frío.

Rooms were large and well appointed, with a comfy lounge. Lots of options for breakfast. Surrounding scenery was lovely.

Superbe endroit, tres bon acceuil

Lovely feel to the place and stunning location. Very well equipped. Great range of breakfast options.

A wonderful place! Cozy, comfortable, and incredibly scenic. The views are breathtaking, and it's a real treat to experience the beauty of a working farm. Tracy, thank you for your warm hospitality, care, delicious breakfasts, and for letting us explore your farm. We look forward to seeing you again!

Everything! The place felt like a home away from home without trying too hard at all to control the experience. The views are spectacular and the warmth, coziness and ease we felt while staying there made for a perfect holiday.

Super responsive host, comfortable beds, great location. Very clean, well appointed, heat pump was on for us when we arrived on a winter evening.

Some savory breakfast options, such as cheese and ham, would make the continental breakfast perfect

The hosts were very responsive and helpful.

Breakfast supplies were generous including a large bottle of milk -selection of cereals yoghurt and fruit- more than I expected!

Most comfortable beds, gorgeous views, great hospitality!

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Spacious for 4 and the grounds were beautiful!

The house is perched on a hilltop, offering a sweeping view of the surrounding valleys and rivers. The beautiful, rolling mountains are unforgettable, especially under the glow of the setting sun or in the morning mist. Both bedrooms are very comfortable, with bedding that makes you feel right at home. The small kitchen isn't big, but it's well-stocked with delicious essentials: yogurt, coffee, jam, cereal, bread, butter, milk, tea, coffee, and more. The living room is filled with board games, sure to entertain everyone from babies to adults. The host is very friendly—when we accidentally left some clothes behind, she kindly got in touch to send them back to us. We all especially loved the adorable Ragdoll cat, Reggie, whose sweet presence gave us many unforgettable moments. Highly recommended.

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Super friendly hosts, wonderful rooms and location. Highly recommended!

A wonderful experience in an outstanding location. Great support given by Tracey - all questions answered quickly & with expert knowledge. The facilities are exactly as described & presented. Really appreciated the level of privacy offered with separated entrance & accommodation. Impressive range of breakfast supplies & treats provided. Easy location for a Hobbiton adventure.

Recommend that one’s arrival is during the daylight to allow easy driving up to elevated property.

Really beautiful location, above in the green hills overlooking the surrounding area. Really warm welcome. Beautifully interior, a real treat and a rare find. Highly recommend.

Wonderful views and very well set up B&B

Great information shared prior to arrival and once there. The place was super clean and the breakfast options were amazing.

The location is idyllic and Tracey is clearly passionate about ensuring her guests are happy

We did wonder why the kitchenette is effectively inside one of the bedrooms. Perhaps the door could be moved to get over this?

Amazing stay. There is nothing negative to comment on. It's been a pleasure. Tracey loves hosting guests and she always makes sure everything is perfect for them. Additionally, we enjoyed an outstanding landscape from the garden and a jaw-dropping night sky. Thanks

The small touches, peace & tranquillity, beds breakfast supplied

Small area for eating when more than two people & only one toilet which was in the bathroom, we were two couples which made it a bit harder

Comfortable, clean, beautiful location Quiet surroundings.

Fabulous value for the price. 5 star accommodation and oh so quiet.

Fantastic location for a wedding venue Close to Cambridge and Matmata

Beautiful outlook, quiet and peaceful

A perfect home away from home in a pristine location

Nothing to fault

Beautiful views, lovely host, comfortable and most inviting cottage.

Everything was just lovely.

Great indoor & outdoor living. Perfect location for our activities. Beautiful rural views.

Amazing place to stay for 3 nights while we attended Festival One at Hartford Farm. Warm welcome from Tracey and Reggie the friendly cat. Beautiful views, wonderful private 2 bedroom apartment at back of house...with everything you need...lovely homemade baking when we arrived and breakfast supplies and other snacks...really well looked after in so many ways. Even when the rain came and we left festival early on the Sunday..it was so wonderful to come back to the warm cosy apartment and rest, eat and play card games. Beds are so comfortable and rooms are warm and shower is great.Both rooms have great outlook to the nature surroundings. So peaceful and relaxing and quiet!! Our car had a flat battery when we were leaving today and Tracey kindly got her neighbour Blair to come and give us a jump-start. Thank you Blair again! If you are looking for a place to stay in the karapiro area....this is definitely the place to stay. Thank you Tracey and Shane for your great hospitality!!!! Missing this place already!!

Everything was perfect!

Amazing place on the hilltop with the nicest hosts. The rooms are spotless clean and provide everything you need. We chose Above the River because it is so close to Hobbiton and our tour there started early but then it turned out to be the loveliest stay of our whole trip.

Absolutly no dislikes

Tranquil accommodation. Hosts were great. Absolutely adored Reggie the rescue cat.

Tracey was a great host. She was kind enough to give us a chance to feed the sheep we all enjoyed a lot. My two kids had a lovely time with the cute kitten " Reggie' who hung up with us time to time. We'll had a great time in this beautiful place!

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Scenery views and an amazing host who understands what hospitality is all about

Nothing. It was just PERFECT

An array of options for breakfast or a late snack on arrival. Reggie the cat is gorgeous and loves attention from everyone. A very welcoming space with beautiful decor and attention to detail.

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Beautiful location and outlook with all the facilities you need for an overnight stay. Tracey, the host, was welcoming and great with communication. Close for visiting Hobbiton and some great rock climbing in the area.

I am absolutely in love with the view I had when I woke up in the morning. Host is super sweet and helpful, and property is well maintained and decorated with love. Must stay.

It was so comfortable. The beds are great. The property is so quiet and peaceful and the owner was nice and understanding of how tired we were. Also extremely accommodating when I needed to change my check in time. Their response to my request was very quick.

Tracey was the ultimate host and the property was stunning. We had a great time and the hosts made our stay so easy with a great facility, complimentary snacks and breakfast and they even provided transport to the wedding we were attending.I would highly recommend this property and the friendly approachable hosts. Thanks so much.

Tracey is the sweetest!