Escape to tranquillity and immerse yourself in the wonders of Waitomo at Te Tiro Accommodation. We offer a luxurious Glamping Tent and cosy, self-contained Pioneer-style Cottages just a 13-minute drive from the world-famous Waitomo Caves.

Witness the captivating glowworms in our private glowworm grotto, a quiet and peaceful experience just metres from your doorstep. After your adventures, unwind in the peace and quiet of our accommodation, surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Waitomo region.

Pippin and Angus Stubbs relaxing in the glow-worm grotto, just a few metres walk from Te Tiro Glamping tent and Cottages.

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Glamping

Booking and availability

- Great for a Couple
- Small family
- Sleep 4
- 2 Adults and 2 children

Our Lotus Belle Glamping Tent is fully equipped with all the necessary amenities to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable.

It is nestled on a raised deck, surrounded by beautiful native trees, and boasts a stunning view that will take your breath away.

It is perfect for couples or small families, as it can accommodate up to four people. It features a kitchen and a private bathroom with an outdoor bathtub.

Cottage Two

Booking and availability

- Up to 4 guests
- 2 adults and 2 children
- 2 couples - cosy

Experience breathtaking panoramic views of Waitomo and the stunning mountain range from our charming pioneer-style cottage with a raised deck.

The cottage features a small kitchenette and private bathroom, sleeps 4 - 2 adults and 2 children—and has a comfortable queen bed and cosy loft with 2 single mattresses.

Cottage One

Booking and availability

- Up to 4 guests
- 2 adults and 2 children
- 2 couples - cosy

Nestled amongst beautiful native trees, the "Pioneer-style" cottage has a raised deck with stunning views over the Waitomo Caves landscape.

It features a small kitchenette and has its own private bathroom. It is set up to sleep 4 - 2 adults and 2 children. It has a comfortable queen-sized bed and two single mattresses in a cosy loft above.

Looking for the best place to stay near Waitomo Caves?

This is a great place to base yourself while visiting the Waitomo Caves. Waitomo is a unique and special area known worldwide for its guided glowworm cave tours. Hosts Rachel and Angus's favourite tour is the Legendary Blackwater Rafting.

The picturesque Stubbs Farm offers panoramic views of the Waitomo Caves region and central North Island mountains. It also offers activities for everyone, from enjoying a soak in the outdoor bath of the glamping tent to relaxing on your private deck or taking short walks around the farm.

As the sun sets, witness the spectacular starry night sky or take a short walk to view the glow-worm grotto just metres from your accommodation. There are breathtaking sunrises for early risers to greet you in the morning.

Our Waitomo Caves Glamping and Cottages accommodation is a great place to wind down and reset.

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Our Location

Our accommodation is 13 minutes from Waitomo Village and Waitomo Caves Tours. It is conveniently located between the village and the walkways of Mangapohue Natural Bridge and Marokopa Falls.

Glowworms Grotto

You even have your own private glowworm grotto nestled in a native New Zealand forest, a quiet and peaceful experience just metres from your Glamping tent or Cottage. Here, you can sit quietly surrounded by a galaxy of Glowworms.

Quiet and peaceful

Our accommodation at Waitomo Caves Glamping and Cottages is ideal for relaxing and recharging. Enjoy the tranquil rural setting of our farm accommodation.

Stubbs Farm Activities

Come and enjoy the serene countryside and starry nights. Our farmland provides excellent opportunities for exploration and walking, where you can take in the breathtaking views.

Don't miss out on visiting the Dab Chick Pond and the stunning native forest. Rachel and Angus will be more than happy to guide you through the options for farm activities.

Unique beauty

Te Tiro means “The View,” and it’s inspired by the breathtaking view you’ll experience right from our accommodation.

Our family has been farming this land for five generations, and we love sharing its unique beauty with others, so we built our accommodation to capture the magic of the surroundings.

Waitomo Caves Tours

Rachel and Angus have a deep knowledge of the Waitomo subterranean limestone landscape and have 30 years combined experience guiding in Waitomo's famous Caves.

They are more than happy to assist you in choosing the best cave tours that suit your interests. We have thoughtfully handpicked some of our favourite guided cave tours for you to choose from.