Housewithnonails Bed & Breakfast - Matamata

4-star eco-built retreat in Matamata with handcrafted timber construction

Sustainable Architecture & On-Site Activities

Housewithnonails Bed & Breakfast was constructed by the owners using Amish-style joinery: the structure contains no nails. The property sits on open paddocks with direct views of the Kaumai Ranges. Guests can borrow bicycles for country road rides, join walking tours, or hike to Wairere Falls, the tallest waterfall in the North Island.

Accommodations & Shared Spaces

The bed and breakfast offers large double, twin, and family rooms with extra beds, all with shared bathrooms. Common areas include a sun terrace, garden, outdoor fireplace, and a shared lounge with TV. A shared kitchen and BBQ facilities are available for guest use.

Dining & Breakfast Service

A hearty breakfast is served daily and includes freshly baked bread, local fruit such as feijoas, and poached eggs. Special diet menus and kids' meals can be arranged upon request. The dining table faces the mountain views, and coffee, tea, and snacks are offered on arrival.

Wellness & Recreational Amenities

The property has a hot spring bath and a public bath for relaxation. A golf course and live music performances are available nearby. Bicycle rental and hiking trails are offered directly from the house.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Housewithnonails is a 25-minute drive from the Hobbiton Movie Set and 15 minutes from central Matamata. Wairere Falls is a 10-minute drive away, and the Matamata Heritage Trail is easily accessible. Complimentary airport transfer services are available upon request.

• Construction: Hand-built timber frame with no nails, Amish joinery
• Activities: Bicycle rental, walking tours, hiking to Wairere Falls
• Breakfast: Freshly baked bread, feijoas, poached eggs daily
• Wellness: Hot spring bath, public bath on-site
• Nearby: 25 min to Hobbiton, 10 min to Wairere Falls
• Transfer: Complimentary airport shuttle service