Cambridge or “The Town of Trees & Champions” as it’s commonly referred to by locals, is a town in the Waipa District of the Waikato Region of the North Island of New Zealand. It’s memorable for its leafy streets, heritage buildings, antique shops and beautiful thoroughbred horse studs. Cambridge town is a rich agricultural area and it features large dairy farms. In addition, the region is a prime tourist attraction with several museums and galleries and it is also a leader in the equine industry. Sporting activities like rowing in the famous Lake Karapiro, cycling and many more are known attractive activities for both tourists and locals alike. If you are planning a vacation in Cambridge to have an experience of the culture, check out these holiday homes you can in the area. Scroll down to learn about the best Bookabach holiday homes in Cambridge, New Zealand.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Elegant guest suite near lake (from USD 135)
This stunning guest suite is located in a serene environment. Its location is unbeatable, just two minutes walk from the lake. Featuring two en-suite bedrooms, a lounge area and a kitchenette which opens on to a deck with a barbecue. One room has a king double bed and the other has two king singles. There is a double sofa bed in the lounge for an extra guest, meaning it can accommodate a number of six people. There are a separate toilet and hand basin. You are near all tourist attractions around the area including Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Rotorua and Don Rowlands Center, among others.
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My son asked if he could get a bed the same at home because it was so easy to fall asleep inVery comfortable well sourced property with enough space for all five of us CheersBeautiful modern accommodation with everything you could needClean and comfortable accommodate Very pleasant stay in quiet surroundingsHost:
Judy is a warm and generous hostall your help and local tipsLovely property and we were made to feel very welcome and to treat it like homeThe accommodation was of a very high standard with great facilitiesEverything you could need for a mini break and wonderful hosts Would stay again whenever in the regionRead more reviewsLocation:
The location is perfect for Lake Karapiro Huge and lovely Breakfast supplied too(it's about 1 hours drive to Mangakino)Spacey and fresh house in beautiful propertyBeautiful Home set on a lifestyle block type place 10 minutes drive from popular wedding venues and cambridge centre Very comfortable beds with lobely homely touches over the placeIt is one of the best B&B's
2. Modern contemporary home in Lexington Park (from USD 154)
Enjoy a relaxing feel of contemporary design from this cottage in Lexington Park. One bedroom one bathroom is full of elegance and space. Accommodating four guests comfortably, this getaway located in the heart of Cambridge’s beautiful equestrian region is your perfect accommodation. You are provided with a queen bed and a queen sofa bed in the living area. The area location is perfect and boasts a major hosting venue for events such as weddings, cultural and sporting events and many more.
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It was great to have sky TV as wellWe feel very fortunate to have stayed herewe only stayed three nightsa gym lovely views warm comfortable and quiet with the little extras that make this place feel like hometidy and well appointed with everything we needed to a high standardCleanliness:
The garden was very beautiful too and the cottage was really cleanThe rooms are really well furnished and the cooking facilities were great Peaceful location and definitely worth a stayThe bath was very welcome after a day in and out of the rainHost:
Absolutely gorgeous cottages on the most beautiful propertyThe hosts were super friendly and accommodating and made sure our every need was metOur kids fell completely in live with the horses particularly the adorable CruiseA great welcome pack including all the essentials and a few extras (lovely biscuits )I fell in love with the placeRead more reviewsLocation:
The most perfect location if visiting either Cambridge or Karapiro SpectacularGreat location 5min for townThe breakfast package was great and so convenientThe location could not have been better so close to Karapiro and Cambridge with the Te Awa cycle way on the doorstepDiana Buchanan took the time to show us around her beautifully landscaped gardens
3. Beautiful chalet in the shires (from USD 88)
Check out this beautiful getaway home in the hills. The beautiful scenery you get to enjoy during the sunset and sunrise is unrivaled. Bright, cheery and immaculate, the one-bedroom one-bathroom chalet in the shires is a perfect choice for a couple. It is right near where all the action is situated, being close to Cambridge’s many shops and cafe’s, Te Ko Utu Lake, cinema, day spa, velodrome, race course, markets, Lake Karapiro, Hobbiton Movie Set, Maungakawa and Maungataurari Scenic Reserves, Hamilton Gardens and local event centers. Also central to many more attractions in Waikato, such as Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Wairere Falls, Tirau, Aroha hot pools, Putaruru Blue Springs, Mount Maunganui beach and Rotorua.
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easy access to town and many of the tourist destinations in the areagreat accommodation very comfortable and the best equipped i have ever stayed inwe had the entire guest house to ourselves and there is a private deck as wellnice additional touches for breakfast and a special treat in the fridgethe chalet is really well set up, with everything you could possibly need to make your stay comfortableCleanliness:
the house was very clean and check in was easythis is a lovely, clean, well equipped cottagethe property was everything described and morebeautifully clean and comfortable, serviced with every kitchen/home utensils and equipment requiredthe cottage was beautifully clean, and there was even a few food items provided which were thoughtful and really appreciatedHost:
as above however it would have been nice to have met the hoststhe hosts gave us eggs, bread and milk plus other goodies which is a really nice touchbreakfast products an added bonus - so close to karapiro and cambridgepretty central to all the tourist hot spots and even better that it was dog friendly with enclosed deck as wellwe were just after somewhere convenient to stay for a couple of days in the shire while we visited some hobbits and stinky sulphur poolsRead more reviewsLocation:
what a beautiful valley it resides ina lovely little cottage located in the most picturesque settingso peaceful and tranquil, a lovely place to stay and just relax, or explore the area and what it has to offerwell worth the priceawesome little place in very nice area secluded an quiet
4. Enjoy a classic country life at Essene Lodge (from USD 141)
Enjoy a satisfying escape to the countryside full of privacy and serenity, all offered in this stunning accommodation. It is a spacious country lodge featuring three large bedrooms and two bathrooms. The home is fully equipped and it includes a large kitchen, a walk-in pantry and laundry. The bright and comfortable living rooms and outdoor area are well furnished for relaxation. You will experience a refreshing classic country living in this lodge, that accommodates up to six guests.
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Stained sheets and a very uncomfortable master bedThe cottage is modern spacious well-equipped and has a lovely feel to itThe cottage is modern spacious well-equipped and has a lovely feel to itThis property is spacious comfortable and modernVery quiet private and peaceful Had all the amenities required - apart from a hairdryer :)Host:
We loved what they had done with the propertyMy family and I love Essene Country CottageMy family and I love Essene Country Cottageas the weather was warmerWe felt so relaxed and comfortable here would definitely recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
It's a 5 minute walk to a cafe2 great cafes were close to get a coffee fix :)It's a relaxing place to stay in the country but only 10-15 minutes drive to Hamilton and CambridgeIt's a relaxing place to stay in the country but only 10-15 minutes drive to Hamilton and CambridgeThe house is well equipped and the location in the middle of countryside is Just very relaxing
5. Family cottage getaway with quaint atmosphere (from USD 66)
Take a look at this perfect family getaway. Situated within 35 mins of Hobbiton and 25 mins to the Hamilton Gardens, this two-bedroom cottage with an open-plan dining comfortably accommodates a total of six guests. The dining sliding door opens out to a small deck and the steps lead down to a patio with a turtle pond feature. Well furnished, bright and spacious, the rental is near where all the fun is situated and you can visit Lake Karapiro for rowing, as well as enjoy kayaking and cycling.
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Comfy cottage with everything we neededThe place was roomy and clean; all the conveniences of a homeClean and well appointed cottage has everything you need and then some Thanks for a great stayThe wifi signal was a little weak at timesHost:
He loved the dog Roxy and the turtlesPleasant and tidy and made welcome by KimYou can see that a lot of care is taken to make sure that guests are made to feel at homelovely peaceful cottage Spacious and cozy nice dog :)Comfortable tidy includes all necessities and even some creature comfortsRead more reviewsLocation:
Thank you to Kim for a great hideaway in CambridgePerfect location for us as we like the quiet and outlook of being just out of town but close enough to get supplies easilyThe quiet country location appealed to us as a quiet retreat from city life for 5 daysQuiet and peaceful being in the countryside- but close to Cambridge townLovely flat lawn for him to kick his soccer ball Nice spacous cottage with all the amenities Lovely outlook to green pastures and hills Not far to Cambridge Karapiro and the Blueberry's at Monavale
6. Privacy and serenity at country cottage (from USD 77)
A perfect getaway for two is found in this well-presented bedsitter cottage located in a lifestyle community. The accommodation is generously spaced and offers you an atmosphere to relax and unwind. It is positioned within a two-minute walk to the Red Cherry Cafe where you can purchase freshly roasted coffee and a bite to eat. Also, it’s only a short drive to the Cambridge Village weekly market or the Tamahere monthly farmers market. You are also only a short drive to the top attractions around, including the cycling Avantidrome, Cambridge Golf Course, Lake Karapiro and the surrounding areas.
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was quite hot though cooled down to a reasonable level with the windows left opento spend a night in the countrysome road noise but space and the stock around certainly make you feel like you are in the countryVery clean A little small but well-stocked fridge (bread butter milk etc) and decent microwave Handy to velodrome and to town Suggest a hairdryer in the roomHost:
Lovely well equipped unit set in rural quiet surroundings Highly recommendedGenerous continental breakfast and owner very good to deal with Will stay againPerfectly met our needs for our Maadi week Lovely to be slightly rural yet so close to Cambridge Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this wee cottage attached to garage on a beautiful propertyIdeal for a couple comfortable and very very clean in a delightful country setting 2 minute drive to the Avantidome and 4 minute drive to townRead more reviewsLocation:
Quiet location in the country close to CambridgeWeeping Willow Cottage is situated in a quiet pretty rural location convenient for Cambridge with its tree lined streets the race track and the AvantidromePrivate room separate from the main house RoomGreat little rural cottage attached to shedCute little cottage with all the basic needs and a few luxury touches Small but well-appointed and located walking-distance from coffee (yay) and a short drive or ride to town Would definitely re...
7. Modern, spacious villa for a family vacation (from USD 208)
This is the ultimate large family or group’s vacation rental. The three-room retreat has two spotless and tiled bathrooms and comfortably accommodates nine people. The air conditioning with ducts to all rooms keeps the house at an even temperature. Situated in a secure area, you have nothing to worry about during your stay. There is a private backyard for relaxation under the olive trees, a barbecue, a complete kitchen to whip up a meal, a TV with Netflix and unlimited WiFi, among other highlights like two mountain bikes available for use. The villa is also close to the nearby shopping centers found just minutes away.
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The kitchen is also well-appointedIn spotless condition and supplied with everything one would need in a pinch or for a special gatheringIt was so handy to have bicycles for use on the paths around CambridgeIt has everything you need for rest and relaxation and if you'd like to self-caterVery comfortable cosy stay Set up with everything we neededCleanliness:
Villa 142 is a fantastic property and would top our list - really lovely styling and very comfortable and homelyVery clean tidy warm and had everything we neededHost:
The host was incredibly thoughtful and welcomingYvonne was great to communicate with and was at the villa waiting for us on arrivalThe heating was so lovely and warmThe villa is immaculate and so homely and accommodated nine of us easily Nice and warm and all mod consYvonne was so nice and easy to talk to Very welcoming and warm at the villa and so bright WishRead more reviewsLocation:
That said it is in close proximity to cafes and shops if you're looking for conveniencegreat location - walking distance to townjust a 10 min walk from the centre of CambridgeBeautiful fully renovated villa just few mins walk out of Cambridge centreThe house and grounds are beautiful
8. Peaceful and exquisite family home (from USD 138)
This modern designed three-bedroom one-bathroom unit is furnished with relaxation and simplicity in mind. Accommodating up to eight guests, the elegant country cottage is definitely a fabulous choice for large traveling groups. The cottage has beautiful interior decor. It is situated in the countryside away from the hustle and noise meaning you get to enjoy privacy and it is a top pick if you want to place a tick on the ‘unwind’ checkbox. The location is unbeatable, with a great variety of bars, cafes and restaurants all within a few minutes’ drive.
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Very comfortable and close to amententiesCleanliness:
The house was very clean and a very comfortable stay for our group of 4and it was nice and clean with adequate heating in the cold monthsclean and well equipped and the bed was very comfyHost:
Melany was very understanding about our situationGreat friendly hosts make it that much nicer alsoDespite it being wet and there being no power we were warmly welcomed to the cottage and felt instantly at homeWould recommend to anyone needed to the area Thanks for having usThe bedroom layout was more than suitable for our purposes and the owner friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
Beautiful country setting Handy to location between Hamilton and CambridgeIt's in a great location close to Cambridge and HamiltonHandy location close to Hamilton & CambridgeThe house was really nice
Cambridge's elegant accommodations
Beautiful horse studs, old English trees, wonderful shops, cafes, gardens full of roses, wonderful kiwi houses, these and much more are what awaits you in Cambridge. Take your holiday experience to a new level staying in these beautiful homes in Cambridge.
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