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The Original Hobbiton Movie Set In New Zealand Is Now On Airbnb

The Original Hobbiton Movie Set In New Zealand Is Now On Airbnb

Lifestyle Travel
By Karmen on 12 Dec 2022
Digital Editor
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Dream of living in the Shire as a Hobbit? It could possibly come true! For the first time ever, fans can book a stay at the original Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata, New Zealand on Airbnb.

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Featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films, the tourist destination offers day tours that are on every fan's bucket list. But now, this overnight experience is a thrilling step-up to the experience as fans can channel their inner Bilbo Baggins while staying in their personal Hobbit Hole.

The Shire - Original Hobbiton Movie Set in New ZealandPhoto from Airbnb

The Shire - Original Hobbiton Movie Set in New ZealandPhoto from Airbnb

Guests will enjoy special access to 44 Hobbit Holes and other beloved locations in The Shire, as well as a behind-the-scenes private tour of the set.

Hobbit Hole Airbnb at the Original Hobbiton Movie Set in New ZealandPhoto from Airbnb

Hobbit Hole Airbnb at the Original Hobbiton Movie Set in New ZealandPhoto from Airbnb

Dine at The Green Dragon Inn with a feast featuring beef and ale stew, whole roast chickens, freshly baked breads and plenty of ale, plus Second Breakfast and Elevenses. That might sound like too much food for a non-Hobbit, but when in Rome...

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When it's time for a rest, guests will head to The Millhouse, a Hobbit-inspired home that sleeps up to four with two bedrooms, two beds and a bathroom. It comes with the essentials like wifi, towels, soap and toilet paper. There's also a garden, kitchen, outdoor dining area, TV and a cosy indoor fireplace.

Hobbit Hole Airbnb at the Original Hobbiton Movie Set in New ZealandPhoto from Airbnb

Hobbit Hole Airbnb at the Original Hobbiton Movie Set in New ZealandPhoto from Airbnb

Hobbit Hole Airbnb at the Original Hobbiton Movie Set in New ZealandPhoto from Airbnb

The charming cottage-like home is filled with Hobbit-worthy decor curated by the trilogies' Creative Director Brian Massey. There's even a writing nook fit for Bilbo Baggins.

Hobbit Hole Airbnb at the Original Hobbiton Movie Set in New ZealandPhoto from Airbnb

Hobbit Hole Airbnb at the Original Hobbiton Movie Set in New ZealandPhoto from Airbnb

Like with any Airbnb location, this Hobbiton stay has its own set of house rules that are hilariously on-theme: no unexpected parties unless with Gandalf and company, no pets are allowed except for Pickles, the resident Hobbiton cat, among others.

All this is going for a price that's just too good to be true - NZD 10 (SGD 9) per night. The competition will be fierce as there are only three stays available: 2 - 4, 9 - 11, and 16 - 18 March 2023. Guests must have a verified Airbnb profile, a history of positive reviews and be at least 18 years old.

Mark your calendars and prepare for battle! Booking opens this Wednesday, 14 December at 10am NZDT (5am in Singapore) at airbnb.com/hobbiton.

P.S. there's a Three Little Pigs Farm in Taiwan that has tiny homes that look like Hobbit Holes.