At this farm stay, you'll be 9.3 km (5.8 mi) from Kahurangi National Park and 10.8 km (6.7 mi) from Abel Tasman National Park. Highlights at this farm house include a washing machine and a fireplace. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Upper Takaka farm house include Ngarua Caves and Golden Bay Museum & Gallery.
Abel Tasman National Park - 25 min drive - 10.8 km
Kaiteriteri Beach - 43 min drive - 33.0 km
Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 44 min drive - 33.2 km
Marahau Beach - 50 min drive - 37.1 km
Getting around
Nelson (NSN) - 84 min drive
About this property
TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS.
Nestled in the floor and head of the Takaka Valley Golden Bay.Outstanding views in every direction surrounded by awe-inspiring mountains.
Visit the film locations of The HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS. You will be in staying in MIDDLE EARTH.
Soak up the lush velvet greens of the pasture to the stark grey of the scree runs with every imaginable shade in between from the Chalet alfresco deck.This is just when you wake up to the call of the Goldfinch and Tui birds in the morning. As the day unfolds so do the colors and hue to magnificent evening shades. The environment is a symphony of Rest, Relaxation and Recovery. You will be staying on a working deer, cattle and game farm with tame Red Deer to get up close and friendly with as well as a small flocks of turkeys, chickens and ducks. Also Bob our working dog and his companion Bella. In the evening you will be able to watch the colors change to the sound of the Thrush singing good night. At night you will be blown away by the expanse of twinkling stars and thoughts of the infinite universe. The farm has walks through native bush and pine plantations where further views can be soaked up. The chalet is self-contained but if you want to be waited on we do that as well with full scrumptious organic meals either served in the chalet or in the main farmhouse.If you want to become part of our family for your stay you can. We cater for exclusive individual needs. We are within easy reach of cosmopolitan artisan Takaka and pristine beaches are 15- 20 mins away. The stunning world renowned Kahurangi and Tasman National Parks are easy access being 45 min away. Cobb Valley offers magic day walks as well as the expansive Cobb Reservoir in the shadow of Mt Arthur and Snowdon. We can organize your stay and point you in the right direction of what there is to see and do. Sit back and relax for trips into middle earth and beyond.
You will think you have died and gone to heaven. Exclusive, reserved just for you. Special conditions: Smoking outside. Check out at 10 am morning of departure unless prior arrangement made. Minimum stay 1 nights. Child $30- 50. Extra adult $50 Pets allowed with prior approval Wifi and internet limited to 1 GB.
Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
More
Fireplace
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Smartphone
Washing machine
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 6:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
Takaka Golden BAY Hobbit Lord OF THE Rings
TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT LORD OF THE RINGS.
TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS. Upper Takaka
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS.?
The closest beach to TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS. is Marahau Beach (15.9 km).
Does TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS. have a pool?
No, this farm stay doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS.?
No, TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS. does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS.?
Check-in begins at 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS.?
No, pets are not allowed.
TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS. Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 32 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Paul W.
13 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice but not all we expected
The property was lovely and we had a nice stay but the description of the property is not accurate. It is no longer a working deer farm (much to the disappoint of our kids) and you can’t walk around the property and up through the forest (much to the disappointment of my kids). All in all would recommend still.
Paul W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tom W.
16 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Value for money
Perfect, nice and quiet and good hospitality
Tom W.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shari
28 Feb 2024
This property is located on a farm with turkeys, chickens, lamb and pet deer! Lots of space for two people!
Shari
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Nicole B.
5 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing farm stay
Ivor and Rob were friendly hosts and easy to communicate with. The house was as expected and in a beautiful setting in the Takaka valley. The amenities were good. It may be good if the hosts invest in some new cushions for the couch for extra comfort as they were a bit worn, and some sharper knives would be useful in the kitchen. Thanks for having us!
Beautiful property, kids loved looking at all the animals. The accommodation was quiet, comfortable and had everything we needed.
Cassandra
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kay Y., Hamilton
2 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Farm Stay with great views
Great place to stay - well appointed.
Kay Y.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kay Y., Hamilton
2 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great farm stay
Great place to stay and great that Ivor takes one night stays
Kay Y.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Erik O.
10 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable farm cottage.
A very well equipped, spacious farm cottage.
The owners were very friendly. We enjoyed the farm animals: Bob the dog, sheep, hens.
Nice environment for a family.
Erik O.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Andrew S.
9 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Recharge in Paradise
Had fantastic time. The hosts, Ivor & Rob were really helpful and made our stay a total treat. So many things to do in the area and then relax with a beer with the deer in the afternoon. Highly recommend staying here :)
Andrew S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Benoit P.
6 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Tidy and super well located
We had an amazing time at the farm and the kids really enjoyed checking all the animals. The house is clean and very functional in rural Golden Bay.
Benoit P.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Michael A.
21 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Farm Stay
This is a lovely peacful place, Ivor & Robyn were very helpful giving us advice of where to visit while we were in the area. The bach was very well equipped and if you needed anything you just had to ask. I would recommend this to my freinds and family and would book it again if we come to New Zealand.
Thank you
Michael & Teresa Armes
Michael A.
10/10 Excellent
Jenny V.
27 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Private comfortable farm stay
This was perfect for our small family that dont really want to be in the hustle and bustle of the main areas but close enough to commute easily.
Very comfy and nice outlook onto the valley and farm animals.
Owners are helpful and friendly.
Jenny V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Andreas K., Forstinning, Germany
15 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
A nice quiet place
A large house, ideal for families with children who like to have animals around
Andreas K.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
8/10 Good
Andrew H.
8 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
A good way to explore the area
Even though we had to leave a day earlier than expected to help out a friend stuck after a cancelled flight out of Takaka, we enjoyed the location and property, with a good vibe and plenty of space. Robyn and Ivor were great hosts.
Do be aware that there are cockerels on the farm so you might have some early wake-up calls - it is a farmstay after all. The chickens roam around so might be close to the bedrooms sometimes. The highway is also nearby but we had no noise worries from that and it makes it very easy to just pop down the drive and head out into the region on adventures.
When it came to cleaning up, it was good to find a decent quality vacuum cleaner in the cupboard - little things like that help and it's a useful time saver.
Andrew H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Mathias O.
31 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the listing
A little gem. Nice hosts, cute goats, ducks, turkeys, chickens and dogs. Too rural to have Vodafone coverage, but Spark works like a charm!
Mathias O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
8/10 Good
Deirdre M.
2 Dec 2018
Clean and comfortable.
It was a bit farther from Takaka and I feel the owners should put in the listing that it is 20kms before. Kitchen knives need to be sharpened so they are useable. Friendly dogs and animals. Quite lovely.