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Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park

Houseboat in Waitomo Caves, near Waitomo Glowworm Caves

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Exterior
Property grounds
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, shampoo, toilet paper
Exterior
Experience the unique charm of The Endeavour Unit, a refurbished World War II Petrol Boat with two deck levels. Enjoy living and dining on the top deck alongside a queen bed, or relax in the picnic area with access to a shared BBQ.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park

The Endeavour Unit is located along the side of the Waitanic Ship. This ship was a World War II Petrol Boat that was recovered from Australia and took 2 years to refurbish. This multi-deck unit can sleep up to 2 people. It consists of 2 deck levels with the living/dining room with kitchenette located on the top deck alongside a queen bed.
Below in the hull, there is the bathroom featuring a shower and toilet.

There is also a shared bbq for all guests use in the picnic area next to the Waitanic. This unit is suitable for people who can handle stairs and is not recommended for elderly or people with physical limitations.

Guests often ask how it was relocated on dry land. The owner often replies in jest that it was left there after the Great Flood when the animals departed the Ark 2 by 2!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

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  • Parking available
  • Microwave
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7.6 out of 10, Good, 14 reviews
The price is NZ$321
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Waitomo, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Woodlyn Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Caveworld - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Aranui Cave - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wheels Roadhouse Cafeteria, Te Kuiti - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Roselands Farm and Garden Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bosco Café - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Big Apple - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Golden Lantern Takeaways - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park?

As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park on 6 Nov 2025 start from NZ$227.5, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park located?

Situated in Waitomo Caves, this houseboat is within 1 mi (2 km) of Woodlyn Park and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre and Caveworld are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Thank you

Thank you for letting us stay. Was a good place to book for an unexpected trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022