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Absolute lakefront holiday house

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Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Beach nearby, sun loungers

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Two Mile Bay (2 Mile Bay), Lake Taupo
  • Place, beach near Kaimanawa Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Taupō

Located in Two Mile Bay, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Three Mile Bay - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Four Mile Bay - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club Taupo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬6 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.

Absolute lakefront holiday house

- comfortable ambient living
- Absolute lakefront
- Step out of the front door and into the lake
- 30 minute walk to the Taupo shopping centre along the lake front
- 5 minutes walk to yacht hire and only lakefront cafe
- swimming, boating and all manner of water sports available at your door step
- ample off street parking for cars and boat


Absolute lakefront
Sunset heaven
Charming, comfortable and convenient

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$90.00 per stay);
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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

Absolute Lakefront Holiday House Two Mile Bay
Absolute Lakefront Holiday Two Mile Bay
Absolute front Two Mile Bay
Absolute Lakefront House Taupo
Absolute Lakefront Holiday House Taupo
Absolute Lakefront Holiday House Private vacation home
Absolute Lakefront Holiday House Private vacation home Taupo

Frequently asked questions

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

This vacation home is situated in Two Mile Bay within a short 7-minute walk of Lake Taupō and also 12 minutes on foot from Three Mile Bay. You'll also find Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Absolute lakefront holiday house?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Absolute lakefront holiday house?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a smart TV and a kitchen along with a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Absolute lakefront holiday house?

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

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Absolute lakefront holiday house?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Taupō Airport (TUO), which is 2.7 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Absolute lakefront holiday house?

Yes, every house at Absolute lakefront holiday house comes with a patio.

Absolute lakefront holiday house Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay at 2 mile bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BigD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were a family of 5 adults that absolutely loved our stay. Comfy beds and unforgettable views of the lake. We were more than comfortable for our 9 night stay. Caroline was a pleasure to deal with and we would love to come back again.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kent m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication, great location and a lovely place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siena C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved staying here and will definitely be back. Everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot, great swimming, excellent house to stay in. Clean, tidy and has all you need. Beds comfy. Love the fact it’s a reflection of a “kiwi bach”. Will love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Excellent place to stay, Caroline is a great host to deal with. Property has everything you need for a comfortable stay, and the view is just beautiful.So good you can take your pet along as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little bactch for our family to enjoy a long weemend away. Weather, location, veiws and facilities were all fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanne M.

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

Fantastic place

Amazing location and views. Incredibly clean and came with everything we hoped for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Lovely place

Great stay thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan S.

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

Great location

Awesome location and Caroline was a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, lovely views. The house had everything we needed. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizzy D.

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

Relaxing lake side

Lovely homely property perfect for our family to relax by the lakeside
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P.

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

Very quaint

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy & Kathryn B.

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

Great cottage

Absolute waterfront which is great. Cute cottage with everything you need for a holiday stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

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

Wonderful place

Comfortable and clean Lovely aspect
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

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

Lovely cosy place

Loved our stay, definately a cosy house right on the lake front with a motel right next door. easy walking distance to town and plenty of restaurants. Warm and inviting with a 1950s feel about it. Would definately stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie R.

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

Amazing views great location

We stayed for 3 nights. Bach was warm and cosy and had everything we needed for a great family holiday. Great lakefront location with an easy walk to sailing club for breakfast and dinner. Supermarket close by and a short drive to Taupo town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Fantastic location in Taupo

A wonderful property in an awesome location. The owner made the whole experience easy and was a pleasure to deal with. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alan d.

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

Fantastic

Absolutely loved our stay. Wonderful setting, easy walk to sailing club, great atmosphere. Cottage was beautifully maintained, very clean, quiet & picturesque. Thankyou so much, highlight of our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great.Had everything we needed and is very convenient for Taupo. My husband and son-in-law were especially great full for sky sport-they got to watch the All Blacks play France.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas S.

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

Fantastic Location!!!

We have booked this for the Ironman World Championships in Taupo in 2024 and it was just fantastic location directly at the run course of the event. Very nice interaction with the Host, always responsive, just perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren F.

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

Paradise!

So enjoyable we are returning. Peaceful, quiet, true lakefront.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy l.

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

Excellent!

We absolutely enjoyed our stay here. Beautiful lake just a few steps away! Very comfy and clean home. Will hopefully be back soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dinah M.

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

Location taupo

Cute little house. Great location, house dated but very very clean & tidy. Beds comfortable and kitchen well equipped. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen C.

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

Perfection

The view! Waking up to coffee on the lake, so relaxing. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023