Wheatley on Wordsworth

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Make your visit to the Waikato region of New Zealand
memorable with this gorgeous, family-friendly retreat.

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MasterRoomy with en suite

Bunk RoomSuitable for adults or kids

KingLarge, comfortable bed

Living RoomStylish open-plan space

DeckDine al fresco with scenic 180° views

BathroomSleek and functional

En SuitePristine and convenient

Media RoomHome entertainment with a cosy vibe

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Experience Cambridge (NZ) in this stylish, centrally located apartment

A bright, modern retreat with ample windows flooding the clean, contemporary interiors with natural light. Enjoy 180° views of downtown Cambridge and Maungakawa from the spacious deck, ideal for al fresco dining.

Everything you need is nearby. Downtown cafés, boutiques, amenities, and scenic riverside trails are all within a short walk. Drive to event hotspots (e.g., Lake Karapiro, Mystery Creek, Velodrome) within minutes.

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Information for Guests

Hot WaterRun the water for a while. It may take a minute to heat up.

Wi-FiThe network and password are on the fridge magnet.

Washing MachineGuest washing machine is available on request. Contact us for access.

Storage CupboardLockable storage for outdoor gear like bikes or kayaks.

Mini-BarLocal liquors for purchase. Notify us in advance if you'd prefer mini-bar to be removed.

ParkingAmple parking, but for safety please turn around to exit.

Property BoundariesThe deck is all yours to enjoy. Grass areas are private. Please respect those boundaries.

No Need to Strip BedsGood news: you don't need to strip the beds before leaving. We'll take care of it.

Security CamerasSecurity cameras are installed for your safety. They only face outside for your privacy.

Local Knowledge

The inside word on the best Cambridge has to offer.

Top 5 Cafés

Homebrew
Hip coffee-to-go joint
Daydream
Elegant, vintage café
Ophelia
Quirky menu in a cool villa
The Lily Pad
Art and sculpture garden
Café Irresistiblue
Blueberry orchard setting

Top 5 Cheap Eats

Hanoi Boy
Vietnamese street food
Carley's Kitchen
Yummy gourmet pies*
Kebabelicious
Excellent no-frills Turkish
Crave
Fancy organic salad bar
The Berry Box
Ice-cream on bike trail

*Top classic pies: Ma Bakery

Top 5 Restaurants

Alpino
Award-winning Italian
Chilli House
High-end Sichuanese
Alpha Street
Great modern bistro
Pony
Fusion tapas bar
Good Union
Craft beer specialists

Closest Amenities

Supermarket: FreshChoice
2-min drive
Laundromat: Campbell St
2-min drive
Dairy: Sheridan Dairy
2-min walk
Pharmacy: Leamington
2-min drive
Pools: Perry Aquatic Centre
2-min drive

Attractions (Nearby)

Sanctuary Mountain
Native wildlife walks
Horse Tours
Horse studs galore
Velodrome
Home of Cycling NZ
Lake Karapiro
Elite rowing and waka ama
Te Awa River Bike Trail
Scenic riverside bike path

Attractions (Further)

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Mecca for LOTR fans
Hamilton Gardens
Renowned themed gardens
Waitomo Caves
Spectacular glowworms
Te Waihou River/Blue Spring
Extraordinarily pure water
Kawhia Hot Water Beach
Dig a hole for a natural spa

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Testimonials

See what our guests have to say about our place...

"A fantastic place to say for 2 couples in gorgeous Cambridge. Nice and spacious, lovely decor and spotlessly clean. We particularly enjoyed the spacious deck in the stunning autumn weather we had. Our host was warm and instant in her communication with us."

- Julie (Buninyong, Australia)

"We could not have been happier at Hilly's place! The amenities were exactly as described and we felt right at home. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen had everything you needed. The deck was lovely to stand out and watch the world go by or the stars at night. Hilly was incredibly responsive for any quirese we had and so helpful for us and our family. Would highly recommend this stay!"

- Annie (Croydon, Australia)

"What a wonderful place to stay! Loads of space for the five of us - and the media room was a real hit with the kids. Comfortable and well appointed with a huge deck for wine and watching the sun go down. Centrally located and easy to get to lots of activities in the Waikato region. Hilly was extremely helpful!

- Georgia (Auckland)

"One of our favourite stays in NZ! Exceptionally clean, central location, responsive hosts. Enjoyed cooking dinner at home & eating outside on the large balcony. Would highly recommend.''

- Courtney (Australia)

"Very nicely done. Good space for two families."

- Geoffrey (Auckland)

"We had a wonderful stay at hilly's place! The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a great trip. Hilly was an exceptionally thoughtful host and communicative host - checking in on us, providing clear instructions, and making the whole stay smooth and hassle-free."

- Alan (Taiwan)

"very good host and nice place. park and restaurants a short walk. the sunsets were beautiful from the patio!"

- David (California, USA)

"Great apartment very close to the centre of Cambridge. Lovely deck and great hangout space with comfortable bedrooms. Would definitely recommend!"

- Jennifer (France)

"We just finished our second stay with Hilly. It is such a great place, warm, sunny, lots of room and everything you could need. Lovely deck and view over Cambridge. Hilly went out of her way to make sure we had a comfortable stay....including letting us use the washing machine. 100% recommend."

- Kate (Marlborough)

"beautifully renovated, great amenities and close to everything, great place and very happy to book again!"

- Adam (Pacific Pines, Australia)

"Plenty of room and amenities. Close to where we needed to be."

- Elizabeth (Paihia)

"A good central location, close to Cambridge town. It was clean and tidy and well presented. Perfect place for our family to stay while enjoying some local attractions. Thank you for having us Hilly."

- Katie

"Great place to say, will definitely try and stay here whenever I'm in Cambridge! Lovely communication super friendly and accomodating. Very well appointed and clean, and super close to town."

- John

"Beautiful where, very friendly host and helpful recommendations for local kai places and activities. Thank you Hilly for keeping such a homely place and for making us feel welcome."

- Janine (Tauranga)

"Had a fabulous stay at Hilly's place. My sons wedding so had family visiting from USA, Ozzie, and me from Northland! All of us adults, with some big suitcases. The beds were comfy plenty of room to spread out with big closets and places for suitcases. Easy walk into town. We all had different day time agendas from black water rafting, exploring Cambridge to fly fishing on Waikato. Meeting up each night back at Hilly's for a good catch up and laugh about our day. Beautiful big deck for our morning cuppa and evening wine. Great parking space as we had 4 cars in our group. Really couldn't have been better suited. We just had a fun 5 days and fabulous family wedding made easy with great house for use to base ourselves. Thanks so much for a wonderful Airbnb home!"

- Angela (Ōhaeawai)

"We had a fantastic stay at Hilly's place. The space was generous and thoughtfully laid out, making it really comfortable for our group. Everything was spotlessly clean on arrival, which immediately made us feel at home. We especially loved the outdoor area-it was perfect for relaxing and spending time together. The TV room was another highlight, a great spot to unwind in the evenings. There were also lots of small, thoughtful touches throughout the property that didn't go unnoticed and really added to the overall experience. We'd happily stay again and would highly recommend it to others."

- Jordon (United Kingdom)

"Spotlessly clean, spacious house with great outdoor space, in a great location walking distance to the town."

- Tanya

"We had a wonderful stay at Hilly's place. It was the perfect base for our family as we attended an event locally. Hilly was a wonderful hose and very responsive to our messages and questions. She was very generous with access to resources beyond what was mentioned in the listing to make our holiday with children hassle free. Hilly's place was a perfect home away from home for our whole whanau. Thanks Hilly!"

- Josephine

"We enjoyed our stay in Cambridge. The house was cozy and had ample space for our family. Nice touch with the milk, soft drinks and coffee pods provided. We had problems using the oven and cooktop but Hilly came downstairs and assisted promptly. A short 20 minutes drive to Hobbiton was convenient and town is only a few minutes drive away."

- Tim and Michelle (Australia)

"It was perfect for what we needed, a group of 6 girlfriends away for a weekend. Ideally located and super clean. Hilly's comms were spot on. We would all stay there again if we ever return to the local area."

- Steph

"I cannot speak highly enough about this lovely air B and B. Easily the best we have ever stayed at. Beautiful space, heaps of room bathroom was divine and beds so comfortable. The photos of the media room don't do it justice. An absolute lovely space with beanbags and dimmed lighting to chill out and watch tv. In addition, Hilly was a phenomenal host and was so accommodating when we needed to come early to a pending cyclone. Highly recommend. 5 star."

- Sarah (Gisborne)

"Very clean, modern and comfortable. Plenty of space and great deck and view."

- Chris (Havelock North)

"Highly recommend, especially for a large group. We would stay again and in fact have recommended it to some friends who do lots of cycling/outdoor activities."

- Diane (Whangarei)

"Stunning house and perfect for our group of rowers- Hilly was an excellent host, very responsive host and friendly. Plenty of space and lovely views, would recommend for any group needed to stay in the area.

- Layla

"Hilly's place was lovely, warm and inviting with tastefully decorated with a real luxury feel. Beautifully appointed bathrooms and kitchen with everything you need for eating in if you choose to. Beds were super comfy. there is an awesome deck that was very safe for our wee grannies and views looking towards Waikato river. Easy access and plenty of off street parking. Easy walking distance of the city centre. Hilly is an amazing host if you need help with anything. We really enjoyed our stay with plenty of space for our family group of five adults and three young children and would be out first choice to rebook when we are in Cambridge again."

- Louise (Whangarei)

We had a fantastic stay - the place was exactly as advertised and perfectly set up for our group of seven women. Hilly was an incredibly attentive host and responded to all questions and requests very quickly. The handmade bunk beds (Mae by Hilly herself!) were surprisingly comfortable for adults, and the deck was an amazing spot to enjoy our arrival cheese and wine before heading out for dinner. The local recommendations from Hilly and Richard were spot on and saved us the hassle of trying to find good places to eat ourselves. We would highly recommend this property for girls' weekends or large family holiday it was comfortable, well thought out, and felt very welcoming."

- Josephina (Auckland)

"We loved our stay here! Very homey and spacious. If we have another oportunity we stay here again. Hilly, the host, was so kind and gives great recommendations for food and activities. Mahalo!

- Jessica (Hawaii, USA)

"Great space, clean and had everything we needed. We loved that it included a personalised note from our host."

- Madison (Brisbane, Australia)

"Thank you for a divine Airbnb experience! We had a stressful day & stay at pure luxury! Highly recommended to anyone staying in Cambridge!"

- Londa (Wagin, Australia)