Rapaura Watergardens

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Rapaura Watergardens in Tapu offers a serene garden and terrace, complemented by free WiFi in public areas. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out services, a coffee shop, and family rooms. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a barbecue area, tour desk, and free on-site private parking. Each room includes a private bathroom with a bath or shower, fireplace, and garden or mountain views. Additional amenities include a washing machine, dishwasher, and work desk. Local Attractions: Located 44 km from Driving Creek Railway and Potteries and 42 km from Cathedral Cove, the bed and breakfast provides easy access to scenic spots. Guests appreciate the garden, location, and convenience for nature trips.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sonia
New Zealand New Zealand
“Stunning setting in beautiful gardens and ponds surrounded by miles and miles of pure native bush interspersed with streams and waterfalls. Natures wonderland. Added to that was beautiful accommodation.”
Kin
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Well maintained facilities with beautiful decorated dwelling for confort stay”
Julia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Absolutely beautiful gardens in a calm and peaceful location. For those who want to relax this place is ideal. The hosts were lovely.”
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“the breakfast supplied was good lovely surroundings gardens lovely and went upto waterfall would recommend staying there very friendly and helpful”
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“they supplied breakfast cereal toast the usual were friendly gave ideas for trips”
Caroline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The gardens were so beautiful. The owners welcoming.”
Peter
Australia Australia
“The gardens are beautifull, the waterfall at the of the end of the 'red' walk is spectactular. After a hectic year is was great place to unwind at the beginning of our NZ holiday. With no internet or TV we could catch up on some reading and have a...”
Eleanor
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Situated in the most beautiful location, in the amazing Water Gardens. The beautifully furnished and equipped lodge far exceeded anything we expected. Amazing place to stay, totally peaceful and wonderful welcome from Sacha. It just has to be...”
Maree
New Zealand New Zealand
“Breakfast of eggs and toast, coffee and tea. Cereal option also available. All the basics provided, plus lots of CDs and books in the beautiful garden surroundings, the cottage accommodation is immediately 'next door' to the water gardens. A two...”
Terry
Sweden Sweden
“A little bit of Paradise away from the hassle of modern life ! Thank you Sacha”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Rapaura Watergardens

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

Rapaura Watergardens takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 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 of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

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

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note the seasonal restaurant is open from 9:00 until 16:00 daily. Dinner is only available on request.

Please inform Rapaura Watergardens 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.