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Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style
Vacation home with kitchen, near Lake Taupō
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Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Taupo, Waikato
- Waipahihi Botanical GardensPlace, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens10 min walk
- Taupō Hot SpringsPlace, Taupō Hot Springs20 min walk
- Wairakei Geothermal Power StationPlace, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station2 min drive
- Taupō Airport (TUO)Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)6 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Taupō
Located in Richmond Heights, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
What's nearby
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Taupō Hot Springs - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
- Three Mile Bay - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
- Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
- Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
Getting around
- Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Starbucks - 5 min drive
- Industrie French Kitchen - 4 min drive
- Dixie Brown's Cafe - 7 min drive
- Cafe Baku - 7 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.
Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style
Kensington Estate – Stylish Retreat with Stunning Lake Views
Welcome to Kensington Estate, a beautifully furnished 2-bedroom upstairs retreat with a private entrance, located near Taupō’s stunning 2 Mile Bay.
The Space
🏡 Private Upstairs Retreat – This is a self-contained upper-level unit in a split home, offering your own private entrance and separate living space for a peaceful stay.
✨ Accommodates up to 5 guests
🛏 Bedding configuration:
Master Bedroom: 1x King-size bed
Second Bedroom: 1x Sofa bed, 1x Single bed
Why You'll Love It
🌅 Breathtaking Views – Wraparound decks with outdoor seating offer stunning lake views and unforgettable sunsets
🌿 Private & Peaceful – A second deck overlooks a tranquil bush reserve, where you can wake up to the sound of native birds
🍽 Modern & Spacious – Open-plan living with a fully equipped kitchen for your convenience
🔥 ❄ All-Season Comfort – Heat pump/air conditioning to keep you cozy year-round
📺 Entertainment & Connectivity – Smart TV and Wi-Fi included
Location
📍 Just 5km from Taupō town centre, making it the perfect base for your holiday adventures
We provide quality bedding and towels to ensure a comfortable stay. Book now and experience the best of Taupō at Kensington Estate!
Welcome to Kensington Estate, a beautifully furnished 2-bedroom upstairs retreat with a private entrance, located near Taupō’s stunning 2 Mile Bay.
The Space
🏡 Private Upstairs Retreat – This is a self-contained upper-level unit in a split home, offering your own private entrance and separate living space for a peaceful stay.
✨ Accommodates up to 5 guests
🛏 Bedding configuration:
Master Bedroom: 1x King-size bed
Second Bedroom: 1x Sofa bed, 1x Single bed
Why You'll Love It
🌅 Breathtaking Views – Wraparound decks with outdoor seating offer stunning lake views and unforgettable sunsets
🌿 Private & Peaceful – A second deck overlooks a tranquil bush reserve, where you can wake up to the sound of native birds
🍽 Modern & Spacious – Open-plan living with a fully equipped kitchen for your convenience
🔥 ❄ All-Season Comfort – Heat pump/air conditioning to keep you cozy year-round
📺 Entertainment & Connectivity – Smart TV and Wi-Fi included
Location
📍 Just 5km from Taupō town centre, making it the perfect base for your holiday adventures
We provide quality bedding and towels to ensure a comfortable stay. Book now and experience the best of Taupō at Kensington Estate!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and an ironing board.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Things to do
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Snorkeling 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)
Policies
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 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
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.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Richmond Heights within a short 17-minute walk of Lake Taupō and also 17 minutes on foot from Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. You'll also find Taupō Hot Springs and Waikato River within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
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.
Is Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style a good place to stay for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation and kitchens in some.
Does Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
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 3.2 mi away (7 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style?
Yes, every accommodation at Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style comes with a balcony.