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A peaceful haven on the edge of lake Taupo
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9.4 out of 10
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2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 5
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Whareroa Village, Kuratau
- Lake Taupō3 min walk
- Kuratau Jetty23 min drive
- Tokaanu Thermal Pools27 min drive
- Taupō Airport (TUO)77 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Main Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A peaceful haven on the edge of lake Taupo
The bach is 9.5 km from the SH32 turnoff, signposted Whareroa Village.
Hear the birdsong early morning and enjoy the view of pristine lake and sky with the lights of Taupo and Turangi at night.
The house is on an unfenced gentle-sloping section. Relax in the well heated house or explore the area.
Walk five minutes down to the beach for swimming, launching your boat at the ramp, exploring the nature reserve, or fly-fishing at the mouth of the Whareroa Stream. Fishing license and boat ramp fees may be paid online.
The Whakapapa Skifield is 40 minutes drive south from Whareroa.
There is a general store 19.8 km south at Omori and a supermarket at Turangi. The Tokaanu Thermal Baths are close by on the way to Turangi.
For trampers and bush-walkers, explore at Pukawa or Omori.
Drive 15 minutes north up the Western Bay Road (SH32) to the Waihaha Track, or south through Tokaanu and up the hill on SH47 to Lake Rotopounamu.
The Tongariro National Trout Centre is a short distance south from Turangi on SH1.
The bach has open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge area, a double room with queen-size bed and a second bedroom with two single beds, all with a view of the lake. There's a double sofa-bed in the lounge and a combined laundry, shower and toilet.
The house has a stove, microwave, refrigerator, washing machine, radio, TV with Freeview, DVD, and a BBQ on the deck.
Please supply your own bed linen, pillows, blankets, towels, tea towels, personal bathroom requirements. Cleaning materials are supplied.
Smoking not allowed.
No pets.
Extras: NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels)
Hear the birdsong early morning and enjoy the view of pristine lake and sky with the lights of Taupo and Turangi at night.
The house is on an unfenced gentle-sloping section. Relax in the well heated house or explore the area.
Walk five minutes down to the beach for swimming, launching your boat at the ramp, exploring the nature reserve, or fly-fishing at the mouth of the Whareroa Stream. Fishing license and boat ramp fees may be paid online.
The Whakapapa Skifield is 40 minutes drive south from Whareroa.
There is a general store 19.8 km south at Omori and a supermarket at Turangi. The Tokaanu Thermal Baths are close by on the way to Turangi.
For trampers and bush-walkers, explore at Pukawa or Omori.
Drive 15 minutes north up the Western Bay Road (SH32) to the Waihaha Track, or south through Tokaanu and up the hill on SH47 to Lake Rotopounamu.
The Tongariro National Trout Centre is a short distance south from Turangi on SH1.
The bach has open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge area, a double room with queen-size bed and a second bedroom with two single beds, all with a view of the lake. There's a double sofa-bed in the lounge and a combined laundry, shower and toilet.
The house has a stove, microwave, refrigerator, washing machine, radio, TV with Freeview, DVD, and a BBQ on the deck.
Please supply your own bed linen, pillows, blankets, towels, tea towels, personal bathroom requirements. Cleaning materials are supplied.
Smoking not allowed.
No pets.
Extras: NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 11:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Kuratau
Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Whareroa Village, a neighbourhood in Kuratau. Tongariro National Trout Centre and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at River Vineyard and The Kinloch Club. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.

Whareroa Village, Kuratau
What's nearby
- Lake Taupō - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Kuratau Jetty - 23 min drive - 27.0 km
- Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 27 min drive - 33.5 km
- Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 31 min drive - 39.5 km
- Tongariro National Park - 32 min drive - 40.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Floating Rock Cafe - 21 min drive
- Kuratau River Wines - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by robynt861

This is a much loved family Bach and we hope you will care for it and respect it as we do.
Why they chose this property
This property has a full kitchen, deck and a wonderful view of the lake and the hills beyond. It is warm and comfortable.
What makes this property unique
Lots of walking tracks and secluded beaches
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