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The Family Hub with wifi and pets, covered outdoor entertaining area with BBQ

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A wooden deck with two bean bags, a view of a residential area, and a clear sky.
Exterior
A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a large window, and a view of greenery outside.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, and a window with curtains.
A dining area with a table set for two, a stone fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Taupō, Waikato
  • Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Three Mile Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪5 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 within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Three Mile Bay - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club Taupo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mavericks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Lago - ‬3 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.

The Family Hub with wifi and pets, covered outdoor entertaining area with BBQ

This large home is perfect for 2 or 3 families meeting in the centre of the North Island.
There is plenty of room for everyone and a good sized grassed area for the children to let off some steam while you relax on the deck and start up the bbq.
Lake Taupo is a 10 minute walk and there are a variety of local shops at the end of the road.
Please note: While pets are welcome the property is not fully fenced.

As per the photos bedrooms 1-4 are upstairs with bedroom 5 being downstairs. There are not any other rooms downstairs.
Plenty of space for all the family.

Please do not allow children to climb on the wall at the top of the stairs. The wall is very short and it is a long way down.

PARKING:
There is space for 1 car in the garage and space for 2 vehicles on the driveway.
Please be careful when parking on the driveway, it drops away.
There is free on street parking available.

Nice quiet area, short walking distance to local shops, pub & fish & chip takeaway.

This is a large property and can accommodate a large number of people.
Please note this property does NOT allow parties or gatherings over the total number of guests in the booking.

No tents.
No smoking inside the property.

Breakfast is not provided.

*Please note all bedroom and bathroom linen is provided. You may 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 heated and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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
  • 2 total 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 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.
  • 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 and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

352028

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Richmond Heights within a short 15-minute walk of Lake Taupō and also 19 minutes on foot from Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. You'll also find Taupō Hot Springs and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Family Hub with wifi and pets, covered outdoor entertaining area with BBQ?

No, there isn't parking available at the 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.

Is The Family Hub with wifi and pets, covered outdoor entertaining area with BBQ a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does The Family Hub with wifi and pets, covered outdoor entertaining area with BBQ have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

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.

Does The Family Hub with wifi and pets, covered outdoor entertaining area with BBQ have connecting rooms available?

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 3.1 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Family Hub with wifi and pets, covered outdoor entertaining area with BBQ?

Yes, every house at The Family Hub with wifi and pets, covered outdoor entertaining area with BBQ comes with a balcony.

The Family Hub with wifi and pets, covered outdoor entertaining area with BBQ Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

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

Amazing experience!

Such an amazing place to host a big group, we all had so much fun and loved the deck area. Easy walk down to the lake too
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad P.

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

Close to everything

Great property for large families or group of friends. Friendly and very helpful property manager, highly recommended and looking to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley K.

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

Great weekend

House worked really well for our family. We loved our stay here. Lovely and clean and comfy beds made for the perfect weekend! Thank you for letting us stay at your lovely property!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clinton B.

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

A great weekend

A lovely house with its quirks. The location was great and the house was well setup for large families with great heating and many area's to relax in. Had great weather and a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trish T.

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

Ideal for big groups

This was a large easy living home that provided everything we needed. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

robyn s.

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

Amazing holiday home

We had such a lovely stay in Taupo and our accommodation was key to this. We were warm and dry and the home was lovely to come back to after a day at the drifting track. Heaps of space and room for multiple activities and we loved being able to bring our doggos. Thanks heaps we really appreciated our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Stay in Taupo

Accommodation was roomy and comfortable and had wifi and Sky TV. Great for large groups. Had everything we needed. It’s dated but had a Bach feel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shazia A.

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

Taupo trip

Amazing experience...had a great time in taupo Thanks for making it possible for us Vicky..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna-lee M.

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

30th

House was clean, spacious, enough blankets! Water pressure was amazing! Nice and friendly environment. The gas heater smelt quite gasy so we didn’t use it. Overall would recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025