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A backyard with a covered patio, outdoor kitchen, and seating area.
A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden coffee table with remotes, a black leather sofa, and a large window with a view of the street.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a stove, oven, and a small Christmas tree.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, an air conditioning unit, and wall-mounted artwork.
A modern living room with a TV, dining area, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82153 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Wharewaka, Waikato
  • Place, The Landing Lake Taupō
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Four Mile Bay
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Five Mile Bay
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Taupō

Located in Wharewaka, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as The Landing Lake Taupō and Four Mile Bay. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • The Landing Lake Taupō - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Four Mile Bay - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Five Mile Bay - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Three Mile Bay - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Espresso Cove Taupo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waterside - ‬10 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.

Family and friends getaway

Located 500 meters from the lakefront at Wharewaka. 4 bedroom family home. 2 bathrooms (1 is an ensuite and 1 with a bath), separate toilet, pool table and lots of off street parking, fully fenced and fully equipped. Pets welcome as long as you clean up after them. 800sq meter section, tramp, dart board, kayak, bbq, toys, air conditioning, heat pumpx2. Open plan living and outdoor setting. Taupo town is a 7 minute drive. Supermarket 3 minutes away.

Rooms as follows
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 single bed +room for extra mattress
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Only outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

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

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: clean up after them and no damage to property

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 1:00 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Family Friends Getaway House Wharewaka
Family Friends Getaway Wharewaka
Family Friends Getaway Taupo
Family and Friends Getaway Taupo
Family and Friends Getaway Private vacation home Taupo
Family Friends Getaway
Family and Friends Getaway Private vacation home
Family Friends Getaway Taupo
Family and Friends Getaway Taupo
Family and Friends Getaway Private vacation home
Family and Friends Getaway Private vacation home Taupo

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Wharewaka within a short 7-minute walk of The Landing Lake Taupō and also 15 minutes on foot from Four Mile Bay. You'll also find Lake Taupō and Taupō Hot Springs within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Family and friends getaway?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking and bicycle parking available.

Is this vacation home adjacent 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 Family and friends getaway?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and video games.

Does Family and friends getaway have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

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 pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Family and friends getaway have connecting rooms available?

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

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Taupō Airport (TUO), which is within a mile.

Are there rooms with balconies at Family and friends getaway?

Yes, every house at Family and friends getaway comes with a patio.

Family and friends getaway Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was comfortable and accommodated our multigenerational family plus a dog. Close to the lake for an easy walk to cool off and within easy reach shops, cafés and walks. A helpful host who left the place clean and tidy for us on arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaun H.

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

Nice spot close to lake

Nice tidy family home
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

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

Taupo weekend

Great property, weather packed it in for us but the property itself and being close to other amenities meant we still had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina Y.

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

Great holiday away

The house had everything we needed and worked well for an extended family holiday away. Lake was only a short walk down the road and we loved using the kayak. The supermarket was handy being just on the other side of the highway. Would definitely use this house again. Thanks for the stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The property was great. The rumpus room was a winner. Unfortunately the beds need replacing. The list of amenities needs to be updated. A few few thing missing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zarina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host Rachel was absolutely awsome and her house had everything and was so fabulous for our family thankyou thankyou thankyou xo
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

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

Fabulous

An absolute home away from home. Clean, tidy and well equipped. Couldn't fault it if we tried.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natasha S.

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

Great location

Everything we needed for a fun stay and close to the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonya R.

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

the property had a great layout which made for fabulous entertaining and family time

Excellent location, we walked daily to the lake. The neighbourhood was friendly. We felt safe. Some outside shade cover would have been a benefit as it was super hot, however we were able to enjoy aircon. This was a wonderful property. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mike l.

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

Stress free stay

Great location and set up. 3 young kids loved playing with all the toys and swimming in the pool. Hardly had to take anything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

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

Great Location, Full Linen and Kitchen Facilities

A really enjoyable place to stay. Lots of space for indoor and outdoor activities. Only a short walk to the lake with a track that is dog, runner, and cycle friendly. The lake front is nice and sandy. Full kitchen with all you could want for cooking. Full linens provided. Easy check in process. Ample off street car parking. Pool was a nice option from the lake when we wanted a quick dunk. Would
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd J.

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

Wharewaka delight

very nice property, had a great time everything was great ! lots of activities to keep us all occupied. Very short walk to a lovey sandy bay and our dog was allowed to come and enjoy it with us. Would recommend to others.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Evangeline S.

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

Lovely location, lovely house

Beautiful neighbourhood and spacious house made us feel like home. There were quite some cat fur about the house, might be an issue for people with sensitive noses. Other than that, it was a great place for a family stay. They allowed our puppy as well, and had a fully fenced garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Great family house

Perfect place for a family. The kids loved the trampoline and plenty of beds for our 3 generation of family staying. Felt very home-ly and comfortable, walking trail to the lake and park. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018