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The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD

Travelers find a peaceful retreat on the edge of town where they can unwind with family or friends while savoring homemade breakfast treats

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The Red Shed offers country views and modern comforts near town. Enjoy a spacious 135sqm accommodation with breakfast including fresh bread, butter, spreads, cereal, yoghurt, juice, and fruit. Two heat pumps provide warmth in winter and cool in summer. Free parking at the door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
The current price is €144
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb

About the area

Matamata is home to this bed & breakfast. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Founders Park and Wairere Falls, while Firth Tower Museum and Cambridge Museum are cultural highlights. Consider The Red Barn for a night out or Hobbiton Movie Set if you're travelling with kids. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Matamata, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Founders Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Wairere Falls - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Lake Karapiro - 17 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 21 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Mount Maunganui - 57 min drive - 75.8 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Dragon - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Painted Lady Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Shire's Rest - ‬21 min drive

About this property

The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD

Family-friendly bed & breakfast
Consider a stay at The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD and take advantage of free breakfast, a garden and a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A billiards/pool table, barbecues and smoke-free property
  • Games and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Highchairs and travel cots
  • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Decks/patios, kitchenettes and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Games
  • Playground

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

While we have marked smoking as not allowed, you may smoke outside only, and very well clear of the inside space.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: We will accept well trained and well behaved dogs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Cot and highchair available on request

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events considered on a case by case.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Events considered on a case by case.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD pet-friendly?

Yes, The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD?

As of 17 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD on 15 Feb 2026 start from €143.53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD located?

This family-friendly Matamata bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Founders Park and Wairere Falls. Hobbiton Movie Set and Wairere Falls are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique and spacious. Great home entertainment amenities. Love the alpacas.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

The host was lovely and the place was exactly as described. Super easy checkin process too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent. Quiet, very well catered and clean. Good shower and comfy bed. Kitchen has everything you need and more. Maria is very welcoming. Great for dogs, with plenty of places to walk dogs. Can't fault Maria's property. I highly recommend it and will return next time we're in the Waikato.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Lovely location. Had loads of fun playing pool
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nazih A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay and location.

It was a great place to stay. The host was there ready to greet us and made sure we had everything we needed which was great and the location was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great barn setup

Great setup, good location, very suitable for families
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet country stay

This little studio was comfortable, quiet, and very well stocked with everything we wanted
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackson G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Hobbiton

Maria was fantastic and incredibly friendly. The place was comfortable and clean. Getting to feed the alpacas was a huge plus!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florencio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our host, Maria, was a delight. We came to the property late after Hobbiton due to a cancelled flight. No time to get a SIM card at the Auckland Airport so I missed her messages about leaving a key for us. She was so gracious when I knocked on her door and helped us get settled in. Let us some animal feed to give the animals at our leisure. Lovely to talk to and the master bed was so comfortable! Would book here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to stay

Lovely peaceful setting and very welcoming. The included breakfast was great. Perfect place for us and the dogs. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

BK K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and spacious place

The place was nice and spacious. We could play all the party games we wanted to without being concerned about knocking things over or getting the floor wet/ potentially staining carpets :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little spot

Perfect location and amazing hospitality. Was a lovely studio style accommodation with super comfortable beds. Maria was an amazing host.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rowan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1 nights stay

The red shed was the perfect stopnover for us. The kids loved the animals and the pool table. There was plenty of space. Handy to town and the host was siper helpful and friendly. We were very well looked after
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Matamata stay

Maria was a great hostess and accomodated all my requests. Our stay was excellent, warm, spacious and a great location. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The red Shed

Easy to find central location, Maria is lovely to deal with and accommodation was perfect for our overnight stay & great to have pet friendly place. Thank you 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Matamata races day

Suited what we wanted with 5 clean beds in 1 room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Location and Kind, Understanding Host!

Staying in this shed was a blast - it's one big open space inside (bathroom is a separate room) so it feels like a party. Surrounding fields and farmlands make it feel fun, and Maria even let us feed the alpacas, they were hilarious! We were in a car accident and Maria was flexible with our arrival date, and didn't even charge us extra for moving everything back day. Extremely kind, understanding,, and attentive. I would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lots of space

We really loved our stay here. Plenty of room and a lovely space to rest in. A couple of things though that would make it even better... a non slip mat in the shower would be handy and tea towels as we couldnt find any. Not a biggie though because we loved it here nonetheless.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time at the ‘Red Shed’ amazing hosts that went above and beyond to ensure the experience for our family was a memorable one. The pool table was a hit with our two teen boys also. Thanks again!

10/10 Excellent

JY C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Modern Studio, Great Hospitality

Spacious, clean and modern, this studio unit is a buzzing place to stay. The host showed great hospitality with detail, from pre-arrival prep of fresh breakfast enough for everyone to welcome greetings. There are plenty of entertainment from snooker table to tabletops and a smart TV with Netflix, perfect for families and friends. Enjoy an encounter with curious alpacas and sheeps at the repurposed farm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wide Open Spaces

This is essentially a pole barn, and I assume it was once used as one, as indicated by the slight farm smell inside. The fact it's wide open is NOT a negative it's nice having room to move around, and the sleeping arrangements just work. Nobody (5) of us bothered the other while sleeping or staying up later than the rest. It worked out great. The kids played a game of pool, and we all fed the alpacas out back with nuts provided by the host. The host showed up shortly after our arrival to welcome us and was very interested in sharing information about the area, asking what our plans were, and providing ideas and suggestions for things to do and see. Note there is a neat "downtown" area we wished we would have made it to town sooner to check it out. We visited both the north and south islands, and my kids, both 17-year-old boys, liked this area of New Zealand the best; the rest of us mostly agree, but it's hard to compete with the south island if you're into hiking and nature.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bex M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot, wonderful host

The Shed was roomy and comfortable with great entertainment (pool table, games, tv, books, feeding the animals), good breakfast provided, a lovely park next door and so close to town (lots of dining options) and also handy to Hobbiton, golf, hot pools. Maria was an amazing host who went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and was so helpful with our dogs - we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Red Shed with the comfortable beds.

Great place to stay, brilliant communication, easy access to Matamata and surrounding areas. Has everything you could want for a home away from home. Highly recommend and would not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful breakfast. Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and Comfortable

We were only traveling through for one night and wish we could have stayed longer. This charming location was a comfortable joy to stay in. Loved the added bonus of getting to feed the alpacas and we devoured the chocolate muffins. Super easy check-in and out. Very helpful and friendly host. I would gladly come back and also recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025