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Enjoy a meal at the glass dining table, surrounded by scenic views of the sea and mountains.
Relax in this serene living space with a large sofa, natural views, and a minimalist design.
Relax amidst lush greenery and breathtaking coastal views.
Kitchen features a sink with a window view, microwave, and kettle, adjacent to a bathroom with a shower.
Enjoy meals in this kitchen with a dining table for two, overlooking a lush garden.

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8818 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Kuratau, Waikato
  • Lake Taupō
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Kuratau Jetty
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪77 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kuratau

Whareroa Village stay.With a stay at this Whareroa Village vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Taupō and 16 miles (25 km) of Kuratau Jetty. Tokaanu Thermal Pools is within 20 miles (32 km) and Tongariro National Park is within 32 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Taupō - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kuratau Jetty - 23 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 27 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 31 min drive - 24.5 miles
  • Tongariro National Park - 32 min drive - 25.5 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Floating Rock Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Kuratau River Wines - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Omori Estate - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

"Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape

Get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the peaceful setting of Whareroa Village with our classic Kiwi bach. Want a 5-Star hotel? This place is not for you, but if you want to get away from the city and enjoy some time with family and friends in a cosy, comfortable bach then you will be right at home here. The cups don't match, but that cup of tea will still taste just as good, especially enjoyed out on the patio in the morning admiring the stunning lake views.

Situated 33km west of Turangi on the southwestern edge of Lake Taupo. The magic of Whareroa is its relative isolation, great Lake views and Village style atmosphere.

Enjoy long sandy beaches, excellent boat launching, ski lane, and fabulous fishing. For those who prefer fly fishing, there is the famous Whareroa stream mouth, or Lake Kuratau only minutes away.

Taupo is just an hour away via a beautiful scenic lakeside road.

In the winter months, the Whakapapa ski fields are only 50 minutes away. Enjoy a full day on the slopes and then stop in at the Tokaanu hot pools on the way home for a relaxing soak.

Our fully-furnished Kiwi bach offers guests stunning lake views and all the amenities of home with full kitchen, bathroom and laundry.

Parents, there is a porta cot and highchair available for the wee ones, as well as games and movies to keep them entertained during wet weather.

For the outdoors, we invite you to make use of the inflatables, lifejackets and kayak on site.

Take a short stroll the lake, pack a picnic and enjoy a full day in the sun.

Our home is your home - Enjoy.

Please note:
Whareroa Village charm comes from its remoteness, but this does mean that the nearest store is 20 minutes away. Turangi is the closest town, a 30-minute drive so it's important to stock up before heading out.

Guests are expected to leave the house clean and tidy.

Linen provided.

Property manager

Lainey and Dee Te Whatu

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 818 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Whareroa Lake Escape Kuratau
"Te Hokinga" Lakeside Escape
Whareroa Lake Escape Private vacation home
Whareroa Lake Escape Private vacation home Kuratau

Frequently asked questions

How close is "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape to the airport?

This vacation home is 48.8 mi (65-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape to the beach?

This vacation home is 15.3 mi (21-min drive) from Kuratau Jetty.

Does "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape to downtown Kuratau?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Pokura Pa.

"Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gayani N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Trana M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Customer BEWARE

The VRBO listing photos are of an architecture drawing. It looks new, beautiful, and a true lake escape. Consumer beware. It is the opposite. It is quite worn, dirty, a need of some major TLC and elbow grease. The place was filthy, curtains stained, blinds dirty and some broke, food stains on wall next to oven, oven burners dirty, windows so dirty the beautiful view was obstructed, refrigerator dented, & mirrors not cleaned. The sheets were extremely worn. Property owners were not interested in fixing the problem because they were not close to property. I will say toilet and shower were clean with hot water. My husband and I have travelled and stayed in rentals for over 30 years. This is the second worse place I have had to pay for. I ended up spending the evening cleaning sliding door windows & bedroom windows to glean the sliver of ocean view to the right of patio. There is a kayak, but only one on a trailer, and the home is on a hill. We did not have a vehicle to hook up the trailer. Also, if you are not a local or a kiwi familiar with the VRBO, bring food or be prepared for a 30-minute drive into nearest town. The local fish and chips restaurant was outstanding. I do feel we deserved a discounted price, but I am sure this will not happen, as I never received a text back to the request. If you ever traveled across the ocean on a 16 -hour flight to our home, I would be appalled if I left our place in that condition to first timers to our country.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

denise w.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Whareroa Bach

Absolutely loved the location. So quiet with a lovely view. A pleasant walk to the lake. Nice sandy beaches which were not busy, and the lake is so nice to swim in. Also enjoyed the DVD collection.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little bach

Great communication with owner, clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm W., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Wareroa

It was fantastic. Everything you could want and more. Thank you so much for sharing your lovely place with us we absolutely loved it. We will be back again if you will have us .once again thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

ROSS F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely area

Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has lovely lake views and lovely outdoor living and is a short walk to the lake. Overall it is very comfortable, nice and light and with good heating if you need it. It had everything that we needed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolla

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful place to stay highly recommend 10 out of 10
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liberio

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, lake views are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, warm and friendly atmosphere in this batch

Good communication from owners, lovely view of the lake we have had a great family experience
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Sharmila B.

Family Holiday

We are a family of 5 and spent 10 nights at this property in January. Whareroa is a sleepy backwater, 15 mins from Omori/Kuratau. It was extremely quiet even in peak holiday season. Bach has lake views and comfortable beds. Kitchen is very basic - suggest bring a good knife and frying pan. Great shower (though you have to bail it out a little after use bc of position of plughole) Broadband limited bc on rural broadband service. Owners were responsive to problems w TV access by lifting requirement to limit internet use, which was appreciated. Heatpump/air conditioning not functioning, but we didn’t need to use either during our stay. All in all, good value for money in a pretty special part of NZ.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was a great place to 'get away from it all'. It was well provided with dvd's and games etc, thank you :-). There were food staples in the cupboard and plenty of bedding. Very, very good. The only issue we had was actually finding the place - the numbering is not very visible from the road and particularly with the dimming light of day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shamarah T., Hamilton newzealand

Liked: Cleanliness

beautiful place to stay

absolutely wonderful will definitely rebook here place was immaculate on arrival definitely highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our retreat

My friend and I had a lovely time at your cosy little house. We chatted while knitting, stitching and sewing. Had beautiful morning walks exploring the village and marvelled at the views Many thanks Lainey and Dee
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrice R.

Liked: Cleanliness

O

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glenda B.

Weekend Getaway

Property has everything you need, just turn up with your personal belongings. Kitchen is well appointed. Gorgeous views of the lake and neighbours are very friendly. Stayed here several times before and will do so again.

6/10 Okay

Vanessa E.

Great location

The property is in a great location with lake views. The house is well equipped.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ricky K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and comfortable

The ptoperty was very clean and tidy with a well stocked dvd library and plenty of equipment to be enjoyed. A beautiful location which we never wanted to leave. It was a truly comfortable home away from home experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020