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Tranquil Retreat, lake view from rear deck, property backs onto reserve

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1st Floor - Bedroom 2 - x1 Queen bed
1st Floor - second lounge
Reserve at the rear of the property
Ground floor - Rear deck over looking the reserve and lake
Ground floor - lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Taupō, Waikato
  • Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Taupō
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Taupō

Located in Richmond Heights, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lake Taupō - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Three Mile Bay - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Espresso Cove Taupo - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lone Star Taupo - ‬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.

Tranquil Retreat, lake view from rear deck, property backs onto reserve

This tranquil retreat offers the perfect spot to relax with family and friends.
Sleeping 6 , there are 2 lounges with the ground floor lounge offering a terrestrial tv whilst the upstairs lounge streams Netflix . With the games available, you have a perfect space for the kids to hang out.
A nice touch is the blackboard paint on the dining table.

Make this property home for your next perfect stay in Taupo!

The entire house is available for your stay.

When the pull out single bed is made it is not possible to shut the bedroom door. The bed can be moved into the upstairs lounge if needed.

The stairs are very slippery, be careful if just wearing socks.

Please be careful of the barrier around the deck as it is low and the drop is more than 1m on to the grass.

The entire property.

A 7 minute stroll through the reserve leads to the lake. Taupo town is 5 mins by car.

**Please note that the bedroom and bathroom linen is included in the cleaning cost. You may just wish to bring pool/beach towels**

Before check in, guest will be asked to choose between a refundable security deposit or a non refundable damage waiver. (portal link will be sent in the to guest after your booking is confirmed)
Strictly no parties or gatherings. If you would like visitors during your stay, please let us know. This way we won`t disturb you if we consider there to be extra guests at the property.
Only the maximum number of guests stated on the booking are permitted to stay.
If extra guests are found to be at the property they will be asked to leave.
Please do not ask if extra guests/children can stay on blow up mattresses the answer will always be `no`, for health and safety reasons.
Non compliance of the maximum number of guests or the no party rule may result in eviction without refund.

No tents.

Smoking outside only. Please dispose of cigarette butts responsibly.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

Strictly no parties or gatherings. If you would like visitors during your stay, please let us know. This way we won`t disturb you if we consider there

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 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 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
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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

352036

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Richmond Heights within a short 14-minute walk of Lake Taupō and also 12 minutes on foot from Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. You'll also find Taupō Hot Springs and Waikato River within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Tranquil Retreat, lake view from rear deck, property backs onto reserve?

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 Tranquil Retreat, lake view from rear deck, property backs onto reserve?

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

Are there hot tubs at Tranquil Retreat, lake view from rear deck, property backs onto reserve?

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 for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Tranquil Retreat, lake view from rear deck, property backs onto reserve?

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

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Taupō Airport (TUO), which is 3.1 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Tranquil Retreat, lake view from rear deck, property backs onto reserve?

Yes, every house at Tranquil Retreat, lake view from rear deck, property backs onto reserve comes with a balcony.

Tranquil Retreat, lake view from rear deck, property backs onto reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was well looked after, very clean and tidy. Lots or parking. No nonstick pans and understand reasoning but would have been good if there was some sort of oil to cook with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really clean, comfy beds and great for us and our pet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026