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A Hop Skip & Jump to the Lake

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A modern kitchen with a central island, large windows, and a dining area with a view of greenery.
A modern two-story house with large sliding glass doors and a covered patio area.
Exterior detail
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a glass coffee table.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in dishwasher, and a large window.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Taupo, Waikato
  • Place, beach near Kaimanawa Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Taupō

Located in Taupō Central within a short walk of Lake Taupō, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Maori Carvings. The vacation home includes a fireplace, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club Taupo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Lago - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lone Star Taupo - ‬3 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.

A Hop Skip & Jump to the Lake

Welcome to Lakeside Accommodation Taupō.

At Lakeside Accommodation, we're more than just holiday home managers – we're your partners in creating unforgettable memories. We're dedicated to delivering a high-end accommodation experience, ensuring that your holiday is nothing short of extraordinary.

Your comfort, convenience, and satisfaction are our top priorities.

We look forward to hosting you.
With the lake at the end of the street, and town centre only a couple of minutes drive away, you will enjoy being close to everything great that Taupo has to offer!
Take a short walk to the lake
This lovely 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home is set across 2 levels and features a private courtyard area that sits just off the living area.
The master bedroom features a private ensuite bathroom with a toilet, shower and separate bath. The main bathroom has a shower and toilet, and there is also a separate toilet downstairs.
Bedding configuration is: Master Bedroom: 1x Queen. Second Bedroom: 1x Queen. Third Bedroom: 1x Double Bed & 1x Single Bed.
Wifi and SKY Tv are included – this includes SKY Sport. Well-equipped kitchen, and open-plan living/dining area to make for easy entertaining.
Single garage can be used to park a vehicle, or to store bikes, sports gear etc. No hidden costs! Bedding, towels and exit clean is included in your nightly rate.

Please note: A 2.3% surcharge is charged on all credit/debit card transactions.
The vacation home is heated and features 2.5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a microwave.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

my-stays-nz-PATAKA-ROAD-57

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Taupō Central within a short 15-minute walk of Lake Taupō. You'll also find Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at A Hop Skip & Jump to the Lake?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at A Hop Skip & Jump to the Lake?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a fireplace, a fireplace in some house, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at A Hop Skip & Jump to the Lake?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at A Hop Skip & Jump to the Lake?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Taupō Airport (TUO), which is 4 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at A Hop Skip & Jump to the Lake?

No, there aren't any house at A Hop Skip & Jump to the Lake that offer a balcony.

A Hop Skip & Jump to the Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely and well set up, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend stay for ironman

Lovely house to stay with friends while competing in the ironman. Handy to course and town
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zoe C.

It was great
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

almost lakeside!

Great spot to stay. Short walk to lake and local shop. Clean, spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Aly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good little spot

A good little spot with easy access to downtown and the lake. Nothing fancy but good for a family with small children.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay in Taupo

Really comfortable home, we were a party of 5 and it was perfect for us, we enjoyed our stay immensely, wish we had been able to stay longer. Easy short walk down to the lake and a longer one into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Troy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Callum G.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025