Hobbiton from Lord of the Rings listed on Airbnb for $10 a night

Many travelers will have visited the original Hobbiton™ movie set for a behind-the-scenes tour, but no one has ever spent the night at the iconic Waikato location, until now.

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, Airbnb is offering a few lucky fans the chance to spend a night on the original Hobbiton™ movie set.

However, you will not succeed…unless you are one of the few winners.

On December 14, people are invited to register for a chance to win one of only three nights.

Winners will not only be able to stay on site, but will have access to several locations featured in the film franchises like the Hobbit Holes, The Millhouse and The Green Dragon Inn, and will include experiences like a private film set tour and a live banquet. evening at The Auberge du Dragon Vert.

The 2,500-acre working farm in Waikato caught the eye of Sir Peter Jackson’s film scouts more than two decades ago. Today Russell Alexander said he was delighted to offer guests a chance to live like Bilbo Baggins and spend the night.

“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,” said host Russell Alexander. “I am thrilled to share the beauty of my family’s farm and thrilled to host this iconic place on Airbnb for fans around the world.”

There are three individual two-night stays up for grabs, each with a four-person limit. Best of all, it’ll only cost you $10 a night, in a nod to the 10th anniversary, courtesy of Airbnb.

Guests will have to follow the rules, written in Hobbiton style by Airbnb.

Unexpected parties and pets are banned, while straying far at night is discouraged, “thanks to multiple troll sightings lately”. Magic rings and other valuables are permitted but are the responsibility of guests, while ‘pony parking’ is provided at the Green Dragon Inn.

On Wednesday, December 14 from 10:00 a.m., potential customers can request to book one of the three nights at airbnb.com/hobbiton. Two-night stays will be on March 2, March 9 and March 16, 2023.

Applicants must be over 18, have an Airbnb profile, and have a history of positive reviews.

Airbnb’s country manager for Australia and New Zealand, Susan Wheeldon, said she was delighted to offer the exclusive experience.

“We are thrilled to partner with Hobbiton Movie Set to give Lord of the Rings and Hobbit fans the opportunity to experience Middle-earth like never before,” she said.