AirBnB: You can now stay in Hobbiton from Lord of the Rings in New Zealand

Lord of the Rings fans can now stay in the iconic hobbit hole of Hobbiton in New Zealand.

Nestled in the picturesque pastures of New Zealand’s Waikato region on a 2,500 acre working farm, the iconic set used in the film adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien’s books bears a striking resemblance to Tolkien’s magical Shire world.

Usually only open during the day for LOTR-loving tourists, the general manager of Hobbiton Russell Alexander will launch three stays via Airbnb in celebration of the 10th anniversary of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.

The two-night stays are set to take place on March 2-4, 9-11 and 16-18 2023.  

Lord of the Rings fans can now stay in the iconic hobbit hole of Hobbiton in New Zealand (pictured)

Nestled in the picturesque pastures of New Zealand’s Waikato region on a 2,500 acre working farm, the iconic set used in the film adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien’s books bears a striking resemblance to Tolkien’s magical Shire world

Those interested in journeying to Middle-earth can request to book one of the once-in-a-lifetime stays on December 14 at 10am NZDT or 8am AEDT. 

For just $10NZD ($9.45AUD), the winners will have access to Hobbiton, as well as The Millhouse, The Green Dragon Inn and other beloved locations from the work of J.R.R. Tolkien.

Guests will enjoy cosy overnight accommodation at The Millhouse, private access to a personal Hobbit Hole, an evening banquet at The Green Dragon with a feast of beef and ale stew, whole roast chickens, freshly-baked bread and ales, and a behind-the-scenes tour of the movie set.

You’ll also get breakfast, ‘second breakfast’ and ‘Elevenses’ served daily.

Usually only open during the day for LOTR-loving tourists, general manager of Hobbiton Russell Alexander will launch three stays via Airbnb

Guests will enjoy access to 44 different Hobbit holes amidst the rolling views of the Shire (pictured)

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‘For more than two decades, we’ve welcomed millions of passionate fans to Hobbiton Movie set, but never before has anyone had the opportunity to spend a night in Middle-earth,’ host Russell Alexander said.

‘I am delighted to share the beauty of my family’s farm and pleased to be hosting this iconic location on Airbnb for fans from around the world.’ 

This comes as organisers have seen a new surge in visitor interest since the release of new Amazon TV series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.

The stays are being launched in celebration of the 10th anniversary of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey 

Guests will get breakfast, ‘second breakfast’ and ‘Elevenses’ served daily, as well as a behind-the-scenes look around the set

For those interested in applying to stay at Hobbiton in March 2023, you need to log on to the Airbnb page on December 14 from 10amNZDT or 8amAEDT

For those interested in applying to stay at Hobbiton in March 2023, you need to log on to the Airbnb page on December 14 from 10amNZDT or 8amAEDT.   

Stays will take place March 2-4, March 9-11, and March 16-18, 2023 and to request to book, guests must have a verified Airbnb profile, a history of positive reviews and be aged 18+.

The maximum occupancy is four people, with two bedrooms that include one queen bed and two king singles. 

Guests are responsible for their own transportation to and from Auckland, New Zealand.

Round trip car transportation will be provided for the two-hour journey between the airport and the property.

For more information about the stay, please click here.