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Little Whio by the Lake

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Interior
Smart TV, books
Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel crib, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71023 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Motuoapa, Waikato
  • Lake Taupo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Motuoapa

On lake.At this Motuoapa vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Taupo and 9 miles (15 km) of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are River Vineyard and Tongariro National Trout Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Taupo - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • River Vineyard - 14 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre - 15 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 17 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Licorice Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Thyme For Food - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Coffee Shop - ‬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.

Little Whio by the Lake

Our Little Whio Bach was build in 2022 and is a place where we unwind and reconnect with each other as a family. We want to share our experience in Motuoapa with others. Get away from the busy life and spend time together and in nature.

Little Whio has an open living area with a modern kitchen and dining space which makes this space a great way to be with family/friends. The Bach has a laundry area, two bathrooms and three bedrooms. Two rooms have a Queen size bed and internal wardrobe. One of the Queen bedrooms comes with an ensuite. The third bedroom has a bunk bed and a daybed. Great for the kids. The day bed has a trundler underneath.( For that extra friend that likes to tag along)

Property manager

Elise Sandkuijl

Languages

Dutch, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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
  • Fire extinguisher

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs are not allowed in the bedrooms nor furniture

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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Little Whio by the Lake to the airport?

This vacation home is 22 mi (31-min drive) away from the Taupo (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Little Whio by the Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Little Whio by the Lake to the beach?

This vacation home is 17.5 mi (27-min drive) from Kuratau Jetty.

Does Little Whio by the Lake offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Little Whio by the Lake?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Little Whio by the Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Little Whio by the Lake?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Little Whio by the Lake have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Little Whio by the Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Little Whio by the Lake to downtown Motuoapa?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Motuoapa.

Little Whio by the Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenn J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great bach

We loved our stay at Little Whio.Communication was excellent from booking through to the end of our stay. The house matched the descriptions, it was clean tidy and well appointed.I would 100% recommend this property and/or stay here again! Thanks :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely amazing!!!!!

Amazing spot! Perfect size for our family and plenty of parking for the car and boat. Definitely one of our favourite holiday homes
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, lovely home

Great little property in an excellent location, just a few minutes from the marina.Easy boat and multiple-car parking.We had a few Wi-Fi issues that were quickly resolved by the owner, though I believe fibre is going in soon, so might not be an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kath M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommended

Beautiful home, modern, clean and super tidy with everything you need. Great location. Handy to the lake for a swim, New World in Tūrangi or the Licorice Cafe 2 mins away. Also wonderful that we could have brought our dog. We didn’t on this trip but would on another. However a note for dog owners is that the property isn’t fully fenced if that’s a consideration for you.Would highly recommend. We’d definitely stay here again. Thank you Elise for making it all so easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely lovely place

Communication from first booking to our stay was perfect Easy check in and out.place was clean as and very comfortable Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briley L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little Whio

Beautiful spot and view of lake, lovely home and Elise was so friendly and made everything easy! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Motuoapa Travel

Great property with easy access and functionality.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

A nice place to unwind

Great size and location and loved the modernness of the property. Appreciated the quick response when tv lost connection too. A lovely place to unwind and take in the surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024