Rapaura Watergardens Bed & Breakfast - Tapu

2.5-star nature retreat with direct access to The Seven Stairs to Heaven waterfall

Accommodations

Rapaura Watergardens offers heated cottages with fireplaces and private bathrooms set within the 64-acre private estate. Guests can choose between The Lodge or The Cottage, both offering garden or mountain views, and cottages include a washing machine and dishwasher. The estate also has a holiday home option with ample space for families or groups.

Amenities

Rapaura Watergardens has a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and express check-in/check-out for guest convenience. The property provides a complimentary continental breakfast each morning, with eggs and toast included, and has a seasonal restaurant open for breakfast and lunch. An outdoor dining area with BBQ facilities and a coffee house on site are available, along with free WiFi and free private parking.

Gardens & Waterfall

The hotel's grounds include the Watergardens, featuring a self-guided walk called 'The Seven Stairs to Heaven' that leads to a cascading waterfall on the Tapu River (formerly Waipatukahu Stream). The 64-acre estate is filled with lily ponds, native trees, and duck ponds, and guests can explore red and yellow walking paths. An art installation by artist Ian Trousdell is placed within the property.

Local Attractions

Rapaura Watergardens sits 30 minutes from the center of Thames and 27 miles from Driving Creek Railway and Potteries in the Coromandel Peninsula. The nearby Cathedral Cove is 26 miles away, and the Coromandel Forest Park surrounds the area. Guests can access the Driving Creek Railway for a zipline tour and visit Peppertree restaurant in Coromandel Town, as noted by previous visitors.

Guest Services

The property provides private check-in/check-out and a tour desk to assist with local activities. Rooms have heating and tea/coffee making facilities, while the holiday homes include a kitchen with a stove and gas can. The 24-hour front desk and luggage storage allow for flexible arrival and departure times.

• Location: Secluded 64-acre estate in Coromandel Forest Park, 30 min from Thames
• Rooms: Heated cottages with fireplaces and private bathrooms; also The Lodge and The Cottage
• Gardens: 64 acres with lily ponds, duck ponds, and The Seven Stairs to Heaven waterfall walk
• Dining: Seasonal restaurant for breakfast and lunch; free continental breakfast included
• Art: Ian Trousdell art installation on-site
• Connectivity: Free WiFi and free private parking