Located in Raglan and only 44 km from Waikato Stadium, Government House provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. With garden views, this accommodation features a balcony. The property is non-smoking and is situated 48 km from Hamilton Gardens. The spacious holiday home with a terrace and sea views features 4 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Garden Place Hamilton is 45 km from the holiday home, while Waikato Institute of Technology is 45 km away. The nearest airport is Hamilton Airport, 53 km from Government House.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 4:
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
High score for Raglan
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  • Angela
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Had a great stay at Government house. Very well stocked home with everything we needed and more. Nice touch having the spa to use, 2nd lounge was super comfortable and lovely having another bathroom too. Lovely sea views, beautiful and well kept...
  • Fred
    Australia Australia
    Great for grandkids, and their parents having separate space downstairs. Kitchen was superbly equipped. It even had a blender. Spa pool was fantastic
  • Victoria
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great property - beautiful views of the Raglan inlet and super sunny.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Groundswell Property

Company review score: 9.6Based on 21 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Hi I'm Lou the founder of Groundswell Property in Raglan, NZ. Myself and team are fortunate to look after a selection of wonderful Raglan holiday homes, accommodating from 1 to 13 guests. Waterfront, ocean views, private bay access, centre of town, cafes on your doorstep... we have something to fit every group and every budget. We'd love to welcome and host you into one of our properties and share all that our vibrant town has to offer.

Property information

Walk into this sophisticated, newly renovated home and instantly feel relaxed and refreshed. This beautiful property has the lot - Fresh interiors, modern kitchen and expansive elevated decks plus spa pool. But what really sets this home apart are the stunning vistas. Enjoy harbour views to the north and Mt Karioi to the West. Relish all that Raglan has to offer from this gorgeous oasis. Just an 8-min stroll to Cox Bay or a 10-min comfortable walk to Lorenzen Bay. Beautifully designed to make the most of the spectacular views, this two-storey home has a flexible layout. The property comfortably sleeps eight. There are four spacious bedrooms: Master Bedroom with a queen bed and Bedroom 2 with 2x single beds upstairs. Downstairs is Bedroom 3 with a queen bed. Bedroom 4 is accessed via the garage and has a king single bed and pull out single trundler bed. The master bedroom upstairs opens onto a sunny deck area where you can watch the stunning sunrises with your morning cuppa. Both levels have their own fully equipped bathrooms. And you have a choice of relaxing living spaces to enjoy with one upstairs and another downstairs, each with smart TVs. A wood-burning fireplace in the upstairs living area completes the warm, welcoming ambience. The modern kitchen is an entertainer’s delight. Beautifully designed, the kitchen includes a walk-in pantry, dishwasher, and soft close drawers. You can cook up a storm with the induction cooktop and built-in oven. Then retreat to the outdoor entertaining spaces with uninterrupted, superb views to share your meal with friends and family. And there’s a choice of outdoor spaces to enjoy. Select from the upstairs elevated deck area complete with glass balustrades to make the most of the scenery. Alternatively, why not relax in the tranquil garden area downstairs. Picture yourself chilling out in the Cape Cod chairs or the private spa pool. Add in a chilled glass of Sauv, and it doesn’t get much better than that.

Neighbourhood information

The flexible layout and chilled vibes of this beach retreat make it perfect for family fun. And with two storeys, it’s the ideal choice for extended families holidaying together. The house is two-storied with the kitchen and dining area on the second floor. There is an internal staircase and external stairs from the deck down to the garden area. Bedroom 4 is an internal room, but accessed via the garage. There is a double garage available for use and to secure storage of sporting equipment and includes a full automatic laundry (washing machine and dryer). There is also parking for 3 cars or 2 cars and a small boat or jet ski at the front of the property. Please note - the outdoor firepit is not operational, the image is to show this part of the outdoor space and seating area. All linen, towels and basic amenities (soap, shampoo, conditioner, tea, coffee, carton of milk) are included in your nightly rate. Please bring your own beach towels. Rubbish - an allowance has been made for 1x full blue rubbish bag. Additional rubbish must be taken with you or dropped at a local refuse disposal station (details in house info folder). Recycling - an allowance for 1x full recycling bin has been made per stay. Additional recycling must be taken with you or an additional charge of per box will be applied for disposal. Electric Vehicle Charging- We are unable to accommodate electrical vehicle charging at the property, there is a fast charging station location around the town hall on Bow Street. Cox Bay (8-minute walk) and Lorenzen Bay (10-minute walk) are great spots for swimming, kayaking and body boarding or just relaxing in the sunshine. lso on offer in Raglan is fantastic bushwalking, golf, mini putt and, of course, plenty of fishing.There’s a wealth of delicious dining options to choose from, along with specialist arts and crafts shops to explore. Also within easy reach are the supermarket and shopping facilities.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Government House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Spa bath
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Electric blankets
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Iron
    • Hot tub
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Barbecue
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Wellness
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Government House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 22:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 05:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Damage policy

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 350 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Government House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 350 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    FAQs about Government House

    • Check-in at Government House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Government House on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Government House on this page.

    • Government House is 850 yards from the centre of Raglan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Government House has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 4 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Government House can accommodate the following group size:

      • 8 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Government House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

    • Yes, Government House is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Government House on this page.

    • The prices at Government House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.