Matū PurePod
Where farmland fades into stars.
Description
Rural charm, rolling hills, and a sky full of stars.
Set above golden farmland with views that stretch across the King Country, Matū PurePod is a peaceful hideaway just one hour from Hamilton but it feels like a world away. Wake to soft birdsong and sunrise over the hills, then end your evening under a canopy of stars, surrounded by native bush and complete tranquillity.
This is where countryside simplicity meets quiet luxury. It’s the kind of place that encourages deep breaths, slow mornings, and an easy connection to the landscape around you.
The Journey
Your experience begins with a gentle 600m walk across open farmland. It’s a short, scenic track through fields where you might spot sheep, cows, or a curious goat or two along the way. Bring a small backpack, take your time, and let the rhythm of rural New Zealand ease you into the stay ahead.
A Private Retreat Above the Hills
Perched at the edge of native bush and looking out over endless hills, Matū PurePod offers total seclusion. No neighbours. No noise. Just space to relax, reset, and reconnect with nature. As dusk falls, the scene shifts - birds quieten, the sky deepens, and the stars arrive in full force.
Inside, you’ll find everything you need and nothing you don’t: a plush bed perfectly positioned for sunrise views, a kitchenette with a gas hob and BBQ, a rain shower, flush toilet, telescope, books, and games for slow evenings in.
Explore the Waitomo Region
If you’re craving a little adventure, the Waitomo Caves are just a short drive away. Marvel at the glowworms lighting up the underground, or opt for black water rafting and caving expeditions that take you deep beneath the surface. For something above ground, the Ruakuri Walk offers dramatic scenery and rare geological formations just waiting to be explored.
Or stay tucked in. Matū PurePod is just as magical when you choose to stay close to the deck with a glass of wine in hand.
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