Lord of the Rings fans can now stay in the iconic hobbit hole of Hobbiton in .
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 Russe
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 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)
‘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
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