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Dining
Outdoor dining
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Exterior detail
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Taupo, Waikato
  • Place, beach near Te Kopua Point
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Acacia Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Waikereru Point
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Taupō

Located in Acacia Bay, this vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Lake Taupō and within a 10-minute drive of Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. The vacation home includes a patio, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
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What's nearby

  • beach near Te Kopua Point - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • beach near Acacia Bay - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • beach near Waikereru Point - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 10 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 17 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crafty TROUT Brewing Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Japan Deli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waterside - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬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.

Kinder Cottage

Superbly located in Acacia Bay, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage has everything you need for your family holiday, work trip or a catch up with friends.

Enjoy your morning cupper tea or coffee in the conservatory with views of Mt Tauhara and the Great Lake Taupo in the distance. The fully fenced private back yard is a perfect outdoor play area for children and also doubles as the entertainers delight with Webber BBQ, firepit and outdoor furniture.

Be kept warm and cozy in the winter months and comfortably cool in the summer with a heat pump/ air conditioning unit in the main living area and electric panel heaters and fans in both bedrooms.

There is plenty to keep everyone entertained with Sky TV provided and if you'd like to stretch the legs and get some fresh air - Besley park is just 10-minute walk away where you'll find a pirate themed playground, tennis courts, community hall and recreation reserve. Bring your own sports equipment or make the most of the tennis racquets provided. Acacia Bay's ever popular swimming spot is only a 3-minute (1.5km) drive away, or bring the boat and launch it at Acacia Bay South Boat ramp, only a 4-minute drive away.

The Kinder Cottage is a handy location to the Acacia Bay shopping centre where you'll find a convenience store, garden centre and the Bay Bar and Brasserie which only a 2-minute walk away. Taupo's town centre is 6-minute drive where you will be close to all of the best restaurants, cafe's, shops and attractions that Taupo has to offer.

Parking - 2 x off street parking + on street parking. Sorry the garage is not for guest use.

Kinder Cottage is a popular location for groups of up to 4 guests.

Linen included – we are a holiday home management company who uses professionally laundered linen & towels.

Exit clean included in nightly rate.

Security Cameras: There are external cameras set up at the front and rear of the property for security purposes.

Strictly no parties/events or loud groups.

Bedding configuration is: Bedroom 1: 1 x queen. Bedroom 2: 2 x singles. 1 x portacot.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a patio and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a dryer, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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-KINDER-STREET-11A

Frequently asked questions

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

This vacation home is situated in Acacia Bay, close to Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp, Spa Thermal Park, and Taupō Hot Springs. You'll also find Lake Taupō and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Kinder Cottage?

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.

Are there hot tubs at Kinder Cottage?

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.

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 Kinder Cottage?

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

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Taupō Airport (TUO), which is 11.2 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kinder Cottage?

Yes, every house at Kinder Cottage comes with a patio.

Kinder Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

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

Stunning Views

Great location and amazing views, thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, convenient location. The view is over stated, but a pleasant outlook nevertheless.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reema P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes nice nd clean was comfortable with everything. .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sofia S.

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

Perfect

The location was just perfect, 5 minute walk to the lake. Gorgeous view of the lake through the windows, layout of the house was perfect, my partner and I were even talking about how we would even live there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025