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Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Pukawa, Waikato
  • Kuratau Jetty
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kuratau

In Kuratau .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Taupō and 6 miles (10 km) of Kuratau Jetty with a stay here. Tokaanu Thermal Pools is within 6 miles (10 km) and Tongariro National Park is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Taupō - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Kuratau Jetty - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Tongariro National Park - 12 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delta Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Bar & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Fish & Chips, Chicken & Roast - ‬11 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.

Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet.

Situated at the end of private driveway this upmarket lodge offers expansive views of Lake Taupo. It is surrounded by large private gardens with abundant bird life and walking paths. Guests will have the 1 hectare property to themselves.
Spacious bedroom with amazing lake view and en-suite bathroom. Bedroom is fitted with a king size bed and small fridge.
Large open plan living area is equipped with air conditioning / heat pump and wood burner.
Fully equipped kitchen with gas hob, electric oven and dishwasher.
Expansive outdoor area offers several places for relaxation and extends to a large private garden. Property offers multiple opportunities for relaxation: no TV or internet is provided. Yoga mats are available.
Guests are welcome to use new Hot Spring hot spa. In house private chef service is available.
Swimming beach in Pukawa is within walking distance or short drive.
Property manager lives in the nearby house and can provide information about the area. Cleaning and linen services are provided.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Guests to sort waste per local council rules - bins provided; excessive waste may incur fees.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Luxury Lodge With Expansive Views of Lake Taupo Private Quiet
Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo private quiet.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet. to the airport?

This vacation home is 36.1 mi (50-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet. to the beach?

This vacation home is 4 mi (11-min drive) from Kuratau Jetty.

Does Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet. to downtown Kuratau?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Kuratau.

Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vlad B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

WENDY J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sensational views, exceeding expectations. Photos don’t do it justice. This is the best ever Stayz home we have stayed in. Thank you. The only tiny downside was no top sheet and 2 single mattresses on a king frame.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inna K.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christev S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic lake view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Libby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful private property with amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views...

Manager was so helpful, stay was peaceful, private and amazing views. Only real grizxle was the King bed that was made up of two single mattresses that you fell into the gsp. Did make for a good sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hazel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely views, no curtains

Modern, warm, and clean with lovely kitchen, spa, and lakeview but house is a bit odd with no curtains anywhere including bedrooms which can be looked into from the lounge area, no wifi and a VERY firm bed. Fortunately it is secluded!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous view of Lake Taupo!

What a great destination - we loved the privacy and enjoyed sitting in the hot tub at night watching the stars. Great view of Lake Taupo, the city lights are on the other side of the lake, so we could easily see the Milky Way and other stars in the night sky.The property had a large kitchen, living room and bedroom. Everything was clean and well appointed. The property doesn’t have Wi-Fi but it did have excellent mobile service. We also enjoyed walking the grounds and met the neighbor, who is also the caretaker of the property and they were very nice.Great destination to rest and relax!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rikki

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view

Exceptional location and view. Spacious and open room and lounge living and kitchen. Bed is a bit hard and has separate mattresses but the view from it is awesome. That’s picking holes in what is a truly exceptional stay. Highly recommend and would love to return next time we’re in Taupo.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devinder T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway for two.

It lived up to its expectations; the photos were spot on, being there was even better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay

Beauty of the views cannot be overstated, and a great location. Stayed for a week, and regret nothing about the experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness

View of Lake Taupo stay

Lovely views, Quiet location. Apart from a minor glitch checking in, which the host responded to promptly, our stay was lovely. Place was spotlessly clean. Unit had everything we needed. Shower pressure was great. Bed wasnt a king as described but two twin mattress pushed together on a king frame.. Mattress was so firm it was uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Rowan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect setting but unfortunately not a good bed

This is an idyllic property set in an exclusive private grounds. Easily a 10/10 for the above. However, where it falls short is with the bed. Two king single mattresses pushed together do not make a super king bed. Plus the mattresses were very hard and the bedding was for the single beds. If only the owner would invest in a soft deluxe super king mattress and some high-quality bedding, to match the quality of the property. We ended up sleeping on the couch as it was slightly softer. A positive though was the spa pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Touch of Paradice

The stay was
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property

The listing photos do not suffice. This property has an incredible view of Lake Taupo and is surrounded by a private botanical garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly amazing

We arrived in the rain and we were hit by the “wow” factor, the house was everything we expected and more, open and spacious, amazing views and what can best be described as our own botanical gardens. It was a place that you did not want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora G.

Liked: Cleanliness

So beautiful

The lodge and all of its property was amazing and the views were spectacular! The location was perfect for us where it felt secluded and quiet, yet close to the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Time Out

Such an idyllic location … no close neighbours, no television, not even curtains! Just the most beautiful view and heavenly spa to soak in, after a couple of days day tripping the Central Plateau and all that it has to offer. Thank you so much 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roedolf S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent breakaway location

The listing does not do the location justice. It is quiet an private, with amazing views. The house is well appointed and has everything you need for a quiet break.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal Getaway Location

Wonderful environment to get way and relax or base your ski/MTB/hike adventure from. Beautiful park gardens, native bush & birds, awesome vista of lake Lake Taupo from the home and spa. What more could you want?
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgina F.

Liked: Cleanliness

The most beautiful sunrise and sunsets

This spacious home had the most beautiful sunrise and sunsets and gorgeous gardens surrounding the home that we could walk around. The view of the lake is stunning we could look out over it from the hot tub. After the sun set, we could enjoy the fire, which was just so relaxing. It is a bit remote, but with that, you get tranquility and peace. Absolutely worth it. We were willing to drive, so we could still explore the national parks in the surrounding area. Communication was also great. We extended our stay twice at the last minute as our plans changed and they were so accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning!

The property is beautiful from every angle! Such stunning views, very private and a lovely getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful NYE spot

We had a lovely stay for two nights. The spa especially was lovely on a rainy NYE while watching fireworks. A beautiful view and so peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023