Karapiro BlackBox

20/01/2023

This morning sunrise! Captured beautifully by Conrad

02/12/2022

Last day of Fieldays today and our guests from BreedSmart Livestock Recording Services getting friendly pats from Toelicker before they head off!

Can't beat a good scratch! Feel really lucky to have stayed in such a beautiful place over Fieldays. Karapiro BlackBox

LAST DAY today PE20 in the Pavillion

03/11/2022

Our regular Takapoto Estate Show Jumping guests, no longer require the bookings for the 22/23 Season, so we have just opened up all the Takapoto dates again, come and stay in our luxurious 2 bedroom house and your horses can stay in our stables or paddock. Only 5 minutes drive to Takapoto Equestrian
Message me for more details.
Showjumping Waikato
Takapoto Estate Show Jumping
Takapoto Estate
Last guest always had a clear round when she stayed and said we were her lucky charm!

We're looking forward to hosting Showjumping Waikato for the Waikato Spring Spectacular this week. The event runs daily from Friday until Sunday (4 - 6 November).

Show Jumping starts from 8am on Friday and Saturday, and from 9am on Sunday.

It's free to spectate this event so come on down to Takapoto Estate for a drink and enjoy - the Cafe & Bar will be open ☕🥂

For all event info refer to Showjumping Waikato

📷 Libby Law Photography - NZL

23/09/2022

Come and explore our wee town.... Summer dates have just been released.

A favoured haunt for antique collectors – or anyone keen on a previously owned treasure.

05/06/2022

We have had a cancellation next weekend, if anyone is looking for a 2 bedroom house, with paddocks for the horses, 5 mins drive to Takapoto, message us.

Have you heard about the Mid-Winter Ball at Takapoto?

Tickets are racing out the door. Saturday June 11. Don’t miss out 😆

Ticket link in bio 🤩

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11/03/2022

Good luck to all competitors competing this weekend.

Lake Karapiro sunrise this morning, the opening day of the 2022 AON North Island Secondary Schools Rowing Championships.

08/03/2022

This photo was taken 500m from the Karapiro BlackBox... we live in a pretty special part of New Zealand.

Come and ride the Te Awa River Ride all the way to Hamilton.

06/03/2022

Now you can cycle from Karapiro BlackBox all the way to Hamilton, the scenic way!!

04/03/2022

Do you like antique and collectables or OP Shops, well Cambridge is the place to visit.

Cambridge offers a range of quality accommodation options suited to visitors, competitors and those just passing through.

31/07/2021

5 great reasons to visit Karapiro.

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/karapiro-five-great-reasons-to-visit-new-zealands-home-of-rowing/WJTCYGYOV6ZQJHFSOEUX2EV6UE/

Celebrate our golden athletes with a visit to Karapiro.

08/07/2021

Only have 24 hours in Cambridge. Here's what you could do
https://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/destinations/nz/waikato/125700758/24-hours-in-cambridge-how-to-enjoy-a-visit-to-this-pretty-treelined-town?cid=app-iPad But stay at the Karapiro BlackBox as we dont know Liam!

With a newly minted Waikato local as her personal guide, Sarah-Kate Lynch applies her well-honed tourist skills to this pretty tree-lined town.

03/07/2021

Summer 2021/2022 dates are on Booking.com. If you book direct via Facebook or through contact details on website, save 15%

21/06/2021

The 2021/2022 calendar is out for the Karapiro Domain. Book for your summer events now and save before I release to the public on booking.com

https://www.lakekarapiro.co.nz/site_files/23618/upload_files/EventCalendar20212022.pdf?dl=1

17/05/2021

Sunrise at the neighbours!! Love Cambridge.

14/03/2021

Foodies are spoilt for choice in this beautiful town – award winning restaurants, quirky cafes, beer experiences, healthy fixes and more...........

www.cambridge.co.nz/taste-cambridge/

Foodies are spoilt for choice in Cambridge - award winning restaurants, boutique eateries, gastropubs, healthy food fixes and fab coffee....

22/10/2020

In case you need a shopping fix while on holiday... Cambridge has it all!

Set amongst heritage buildings, wide streets, and award winning eateries….take the time to explore Cambridge’s range of speciality shops from fantastic art galleries and antiques to foodie finds, fashion and homewares. All that shopping is exhausting, but luckily, the Cambridge cafes await you, ...

06/10/2020

06/10/2020

06/10/2020

We are spoiled for choice in Cambridge of where to eat. Here are a few suggestions.

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/news/article.cfm?c_id=7&objectid=12366561

How to eat your way around this stylish Waikato town.

15/08/2020

Meet Lollipop.... She's my best mate.. follows me everywhere. You can feed her when you stay with us.

08/08/2020

Lots of things to do and experience in Cambridge.

https://i.stuff.co.nz/travel/back-your-backyard/300074758/cambridge-the-kiwi-town-that-could-become-the-next-big-thing?cid=app-iPad

Next time, don't just drive through Cambridge. From pampering sessions to glow-worm adventures, this Waikato destination offers a small-town escape like no other.

02/08/2020

Cambridge... home of cycling... bring your bike, stay the weekend and explore all we have to offer

Cambridge is the home of cycling – from simply getting around town to racing on our scenic roads, or having a go at the world class pump tracks or Avantidrom...

24/05/2020

SPECIAL UNTIL 31 JULY. Weekend getaway special to celebrate Level 2. Come and stay for a weekend and see all Cambridge has to offer. 2 people for $300 or 4 people for $400. The house is a fully self contained 2 bedroom house, with large kitchen, One bedroom has a king bed, and the other has 2 singles.

24/05/2020

There was no food shortage at Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari over lockdown, as the kiwis have got very chubby. When you come to Cambridge a visit to the Maungatautari Ecological Reserve is a must do. At 3400 Hectares it is one of the largest pest fenced areas in the world and offers a safe haven for many of New Zealand’s most endangered species - from birds to bats, frogs to reptiles, tuatara to giant weta.

24/05/2020

Don't want to cook in our kitchen, then pop down the road to Podium Cafe for breakfast, brunch or lunch, This Belgium waffles served with berry compote and creme brûlée on chocolate soil is always the way to go, or for those who like something a little more savoury, I can recommend the Salmon Hashcakes, sit outside overlooking the lake, or on the colder days, their is a fire inside to warm you up.

Breakfast, brunch or lunch - Belgium waffles served with berry compote and creme brûlée on chocolate soil is always the way to go 🤤

24/05/2020

The BoatShed Kayaks Ltd are back running their kayak glowworm tours. Definitely something to put on your to do list when visiting Cambridge.

As of Thursday 14th May WE ARE BACK!
We will be back running tours of max 8 people with new safety protocols in place. We will also be open for casual day rentals.
To book in now contact Richard on 0272758724 or email [email protected]

24/05/2020

24/05/2020

Golden Tones of Autumn on the beautiful Maungatautari Road, Karapiro BlackBox is the farm at the end of the road!

24/05/2020

Amazing video from Picture Show Ltd to showcase all Cambridge has to offer! Come and visit and see for yourself.

24/05/2020

Look what arrived over lockdown