Matamata Market and Craft Fair

Time

Sat 11 Oct, 7:30am - 12:30pm

Sat 8 Nov, 7:30am - 12:30pm

Sat 13 Dec, 7:30am - 12:30pm

Sat 10 Jan 2026, 7:30am - 12:30pm

Sat 14 Feb 2026, 7:30am - 12:30pm

Sat 14 Mar 2026, 7:30am - 12:30pm

Sat 11 Apr 2026, 7:30am - 12:30pm

Restrictions

All Ages

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Matamata Market and Craft Fair is an open-air Market offering a huge variety of crafts, food, produce and more… The market promises toothsome goodies whether your palate is savoury or sweet.

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The Lakehouse at Takapoto Estate

The pantry and fridge are stocked with breakfast items that were produced and harvested from the Estate's own chickens, bees, Angus beef, vineyard, olive trees and market garden, making for a truly unique and memorable experience.

Whether you're looking to relax and take in the natural beauty of the surroundings or explore all that the region has to offer, The Lakehouse is the perfect place to stay.

Accommodation in the Heart of Matamata

Villa Walton

The original homestead was known in the area for the beautiful cottage gardens and specimen trees. There are some beautiful examples of a hundred plus year old Kauri, Copper beech and magnificent magnolia trees which the tui love to visit. During its history, there have been many families live in the villa with each generation adding their love and attention to the property. The bedrooms that are lovingly restored are named from the families or significant aspects of its history. There are many Victorian features in the villa including original tiled fireplaces, polished floors, leadlight windows and doors and high ceilings. Fully renovated June 2019.

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Lakeview Lodge Karapiro

Lakeview Lodge comprises of The Huntington, The Hamptons and The Boat House, each having their own unique style & charm. Ideal for groups, the Huntington accommodates up to 12 guests, The Hamptons up to 10 and The Boat House up to 10. Bijou options are available for smaller groups of 2 - 4. Lakeview continental breakfast is included in your stay, as are many other amenities including a fully self-contained kitchen, BBQ equipment, laundry room and quality linen. Both main lodges have private outdoor deck areas with lake views and The Boat House is lake side. Catering is available. The lodge is situated close by popular visitor attractions.

Southern Belle Orchard

Southern Belle Orchard Bed and Breakfast

Only 10 minutes from the Hobbiton Movie Set, our luxury B & B is on an orchard & is private & peaceful. Beautiful sunset views with a spa pool under the stars. The apartment is equipped with a kitchen, spacious bathroom and a bedroom that can sleep two singles or a couple (King size). It is separated from the main house by a garage so it is private & you can come and go as you please. A pull out Sofa-bed in the Lounge will sleep another couple or two young children. The property itself has a successful greenhouse and feijoa orchard - feijoas are a popular New Zealand fruit with a unique and exotic flavour. See our website for more information about what we produce: www.southernbelleorchard.com

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The Woolshed, Cassie's Farm

Converted Woolshed, retaining lots of original kiwi features including wool press, corrugated iron, and native timber. Wraparound deck with all day sun. One double room (queen bed) and one twin. Full kitchen - stove, fridge freezer, kettle, toaster, panini press, coffee plunger, log burner; TV, DVD, freeview, and large selection of movies; WIFI Bathroom and washing machine. Walk on farm tracks to the end of the farm, enjoying the views and birdlife on the way. Explore our ponds and covenanted 40 acres of Native Bush. The 3 top words our visitors use to describe The Woolshed? Comfortable, peaceful, and cosy.

The Oar & Paddle

The Oarhouse

We are now able to offer our newly completed stand alone Chalet called The Oarhouse with a much envied aspect overlooking Lake Karapiro. It has two suites each with either one Californian bed plus one single or three single beds for up to 6 guests. Each suite has its own en-suite. There is a large lounge / dining room with schist fireplace, full kitchen, separate laundry, carport and extensive decking overlooking the lake. We feel The Oar House would not be out of place amongst New Zealand’s finest.

All places to stay

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