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Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake!

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Five Mile Bay

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace
Beach
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Taupo, New Zealand
  • Place, Five Mile Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Spa Thermal Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Waitahanui

Five Mile Bay stay.With a stay at this Five Mile Bay vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Five Mile Bay and 2 miles (3 km) of The Landing Lake Taupō. Four Mile Bay and Three Mile Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Five Mile Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 10 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Huka Falls - 15 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mavericks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬12 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.

Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake!

Welcome to Lakefront at 5 Mile, an ultimate family-friendly lake house nestled right on the shores of Taupo’s stunning 5 Mile Bay. With uninterrupted views, direct access to the lake, and everything you need for a relaxing or adventure-filled getaway, this is the perfect spot for your next Taupo escape.

Step straight from the deck to the water’s edge. The home offers indoor-outdoor flow, with multiple deck areas, a BBQ, and a covered alfresco space for year-round enjoyment.

Inside, the house is warm and welcoming, featuring a wood-burning fire in the main living area, plus heat pumps/air-conditioning both upstairs and downstairs for year-round comfort. The well-equipped kitchen makes cooking a breeze, while the 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (including an ensuite) provide plenty of space for up to 12 guests.

Lakefront at 5 Mile has something for everyone:
• Kayaks, bikes, and kids’ scooters for lakeside adventures
• Board games for cosy evenings in
• Plenty of parking, with room to bring your boat or jet ski
• Laundry facilities including washing machine and dryer

Whether it’s a family holiday, a getaway with friends, or a peaceful lakeside retreat, Lakefront at 5 Mile offers the perfect base to enjoy all that Lake Taupo has to offer.

Please note: the property is not fenced at the lakefront, so young children must be supervised at all times.

Room Configuration -

Upstairs -
Bedroom 1 (master with ensuite): 1 x Queen Bed
Downstairs -
Bedroom 2: 1 x Queen + 1 x Single Bed
Bedroom 3: 1 x Single over Double Bunk Bed + 4 x Single Beds

House Rules and Information -

Parking: 3 x off street parking, including boat parking. Guests have access to the garage for the kayaks/bikes and for storage of personal items, but please note there is no space to park a vehicle inside.

*Security Cameras: There are external cameras set up at the front and rear of the property for security purposes.

Linen included – we are a holiday home management company who use professionally laundered linen & towels.

Cleaning – exit clean included in nightly rate.

STRICTLY no parties, events or loud groups. Neighbours are very close and are to be respected at all times.

Minimum check in age: 25

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

my-stays-nz-MAHUTA-ROAD-112

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake! to the airport?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi (3-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake! to downtown Waitahanui?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from Waitahanui.

Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Cps Building Services A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place , easy acess ,
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Loren P.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a perfect location for a girls’ weekend. The setting was beautiful, right next to the lake, and the house was nice and cosy. It had everything we needed. We enjoyed the sunset views and the refreshing dip in the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025