You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location.
Luxurious recently-renovated detached dwelling in Waipahihi Bay, 3 minutes' walk from the lakefront and a 4 minute drive from central Taupo. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, this apartment is brand-new as of late 2019, and is perfect for a couple looking for a relaxing getaway, plus a double sofa bed. Free off-street parking is available immediately outside, and bicycles are available to explore the area. Sunset views of the lake and mountains are visible from the front of the property and main house.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Taupo. Breakfast (surcharge) is available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the apartment.
Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, sofa bed and Smart TV
Free WiFi
Breakfast is offered for a fee
On-site recreation includes a playground
Just a 2-minute drive from Lake Taupo and a few minutes from Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Taupo apartment is smoke free.
Property manager
Jeremy Westenra
Languages
English
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Ski lift privileges
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free offsite parking
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 25 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
On a lake
Things to do
Bicycles
Optional golf privileges
Ski lift privileges
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 79 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 79 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 79 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Oliver E.
8 Apr 2025
Lovely Stay
The unit was peaceful and private, and we felt very much at home. Jeremy was a kind and welcoming host and we felt very comfortable. The location was wonderful - just a short walk to the lakeside and cafe, and close enough to town you could walk. Highly tecommended
Oliver E.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
4/10 Poor
Wayne A.
3 Apr 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
No privacy
The bed was clean and comfortable. Owner living on site and found reasons to come insde our unit while we were there.No privacy and no comfortable outside area.
Wayne A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lizabeth S.
26 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable apartment, great location
This was a nice apartment and only a short walk to the lake. Quiet and comfortable. Nicely appointed kitchen, featuring a full size fridge with an ice maker! Jeremy was a delight and a breeze to work with as our host!
Lizabeth S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Michael A.
22 Mar 2025
Taupo stay
We spent two nights at this property and from the onset the communication was very good. Jeremy was helpful providing information.The apartment had all amenities listed however it did not appear to have been professionally cleaned. A lot of the kitchen appliances and utensils were old as was the furniture.Having the use of two bicycles was a nice bonus. The location was close to the lake trails but you did need a car to get anywhere else.
Michael A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
19 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Ironman supporter
Great location to support a family Ironman participant. Made great use of the bikes available at the property.
Mary M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Van S.
17 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lodging and Hospitality were fabulous
This is a sweet little apartment with everything you nees for a comfortable stay and so close to Lake Taupo. You can walk a couple hundred yards to a hot beach and path along the lake. The best thing about this place is the warm and friendly host. We loves our stay
Van S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Emilia S.
16 Mar 2025
Emilia S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Fiona G.
11 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect & Lovely
It was very comfy and nice. Everything made easy.I felt very lucky to be there.Totally enjoyed it.
Fiona G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
3 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
A modern, clean and comfortable apartment with absolutely all necessities. Great being so close to the lake and walking paths around it. Luckily for me Jeremy had a fold-up dog fence for my disobedient little dog, otherwise I’m sure I would have been leaving Taupo without her!!! I hope to stay there again next year.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Graham W.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Comfortable accommodation with no bells and whistles. Quiet location.
Graham W.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna W.
5 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Easy, tidy and spacious
Loved our stay here, the place was much bigger than i expected and was fully equipped with kitchen supplies etc.
Anna W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gillian R.
23 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in Taupo
Excellant stay, overall lovely comfortable place.Clean and tidy unit. Location is great, quiet and not far from Taupo town. Jeremy is a great host.
Gillian R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julianne T.
17 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Great locality, well appointed, private and very comfortable. Jeremy was an excellent host
Julianne T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Fleur K.
16 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly located
We had s as n excellent stay. The apartment is clean and modern, and perfectly located between the township and popular lake walks and swimming spots. Jeremy(host) was very helpful and accommodating.
Fleur K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bernice C., Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory
13 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Taupo Hideaway
Great property and host. Highly recommend
Bernice C.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Ffvv F.
3 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday
Needed some where to stay in taupo and this place was Great for the price
Ffvv F.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alex K.
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed stay in Taupo
Loved the quiet and secluded courtyard with the view of the lake while also being sheltered from the wind. Safe for our little dog to have a wander as well.
Location was great with a short drive into Taupo town.
Bed was very clean and comfortable and we slept very well during our stay.
We would happily stay agin!
Very welcoming host and great directions given. A few tweaks would make the place more comfortable as it is maybe time for an update of some of the appliances and streamline what furniture is required in the room so it would be a little more spacious. A tea towel would be a handy addition in the kitchen. Overall a lovely quiet clean and tidy place to stay. Much appreciated, thanks Jeremy.
Cyndi
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tracey M.
27 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Lovely quiet unit in a beautiful part of Taupo.
Recommend and will book again!
Just what we need for a 5 day break in Taupo.
Very quiet, comfortable and a lovely part view of the lake. A short walk to the lake shore which connects to a walkway around some of the bays and if you turn right and walk for 30 minutes it takes you to mini golf, slightly further to the main Taupo shopping and restaurant hub
Such a gorgeous walk. A short drive to De Bretts thermal pools. A great place for the 3 of us.
guillaume T.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Ikwon H.
28 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Local living
Feel nice local village experience
Ikwon H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul R.
27 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
TOP SPOT
VERY COMFORTABLE, CLEAN AND QUITE. CLOSE TO TOWN & GOOD RESTAURANTS.
WILL BE BACK.
Paul R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jamie T.
28 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great value tidy apartment
Great little place for dad or mum with the two kids. Very tidy and all the things you need. If you're going to Taupo with the kids (especially if it rains) I recommend the AC Baths, life saver on a rainy day with a 5 and 7yo in tow. Thanks for a great stay Jeremy. (Hot tip - leave your car out front as Jeremy says - it's not easy getting out.)
Jamie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alicia S.
22 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mini getaway perfection
First of all thank you to Jeremy your a wonderful host and it was a pleasure meeting!
The little place had everything we needed (Mum dad 1 child and 1 small/med dog) comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen and a great shower plus an extra bonus we could take Roxy (our dog) Taupo is very dog friendly! Location was great too. Highly recommend 2 miles sailing club and Ernerst Kemp charter boat (Both dog friendly as well!) We will definitely be back to stay!