About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Blackfern Lodge in Waimiha offers family rooms with private bathrooms, free toiletries, and carpeted floors. Each room includes a shower and complimentary toiletries. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace. The property features an outdoor fireplace, hot tub, and picnic area. Free on-site parking is available. Amenities and Services: The hotel provides a lounge, shared kitchen, indoor play area, and outdoor seating. Additional facilities include a paid shuttle service, bicycle parking, and bike hire. Activities and Location: Located 61 mi from Taupo Airport, Blackfern Lodge is highly rated for its convenience for nature trips and its scenic location. Activities available include fishing, hiking, and cycling.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

    • Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
3 twin beds
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
Double or Twin Room with Extra Bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Comfort Quadruple Room
2 twin beds
and
2 bunk beds
Budget Double Room
2 twin beds
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Amy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    A gem on the Timber Trail, worth the 6km off the track. The place has real character! Beautiful peaceful location, a real retreat. Comfortable rooms, well stocked kitchen. A treat to have a soak in the spa pool after a day on the bikes.
  • Arne
    Germany Germany
    If you ever get a chance to stay at Rachael’s and Mark‘s place, do it. I came a second time from Germany and will return for a third one. For the private waterfall, the quirky and heartwarming handmade details all around the grounds, the nightsky,...
  • Lisa
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Great to walk to the waterfall and feed the trout. The set up of the forge is great and suited our family perfectly.
  • Rachel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The staff was awesome and super accomodating. They gave us good information about the location and warned us about a bit of extra uphill riding at the end. They also gave us a ride up the hill on the 2nd day. Thanks guys! And overall they were...
  • Rory
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Mark was super friendly and helpful. What an incredible place, the photos don’t do it justice!
  • Keith
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We loved the remoteness, Mark was super friendly and helpful. The facilities were excellent. Loved feeding the rainbow trout and the walk to the waterfall. Even though it was 6 km from the trail, the ride through the forest was pretty neat. Good...
  • Angela
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the kiwi hospitality provided by Mark and Rachel. They went the extra mile to ensure we were safe and comfortable!
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    super cosy location in the middle of the forest, beautiful at night and with lots of space to relax / visit the trees.
  • Matthew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is remote and very beautiful with an amazing waterfall just 5 min walk from the room
  • Jo
    Australia Australia
    Blackfern Lodge is nestled in a little piece of paradise near the Timber Trail. It is a little off the main road but when you get there it is a tranquil and peaceful treat. Rachel and Mark were excellent hosts who made us feel most welcome. There...

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House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
NZD 125 per person, per night

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There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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