Entire home
Shepherd House - Large home with Hot Pool and Wi-Fi
Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Taupō
Photo gallery for Shepherd House - Large home with Hot Pool and Wi-Fi





Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12240 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
- Place, Taupō Hot Springs
- Place, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
- Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Shepherd House - Large home with Hot Pool and Wi-Fi
- Lake & Mountain Views
- Private Mineral Geothermal hot pool
- Short walk to the lake
Shepherd House is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom Taupo holiday house a 7 minute walk to the lake's edge.
This relaxing holiday home enjoys lake views, ample room for your group, plus an indoor geothermal pool!
This Taupo holiday home includes open plan living with a gas fire for cosy winter stays... or relax on the deck with peaceful surrounds and lake views! The fully fenced section is a great option for families, with a children's playhouse available and a sheltered BBQ area. Plus, the geothermal pool is on hand for cooler evenings, and is located in a separate pool house.
Relax in the *geothermal pool, enjoy BBQ's in the private garden, or head out to the lake... Everything you need for a laid back family getaway is on hand.
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed - Includes ensuite
- Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 Tri Bunk Sets (x2 Doubles at bottom and x2 singles on top, the top bunks are not suitable for adults or small children)
- Bedroom 4: 2 Single Beds
- Bedroom 5: 2 King Single Beds
In addition to the ensuite, 2 more bathrooms complete the easy holiday set up at Shepherd House.
Geothermal hot pool is left empty, you will need to fill if you wish to use. Keep an eye on children at all times especially around the pool and ensure people do not put their heads under the water. The pool is not suitable for small children.
This is a modern Kiwi Bach as we know and love, it is a simple and privately owned home, made for families to enjoy and make lasting memories of Great Lake Taupō. For this reason, there may be a level of personal belongings.
It is a family home with bunk beds and has a maximum adult occupancy of 8, with the remaining 4 guests being children. An additional guest surcharge applies for more than 8 people.
NOTE: Under Kiwi Bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels) or use our hire service. If you wish to add the linen hire of $17.25 per person, please select this option when booking or let us know in the comments section.
Please note when using the linen hire service, the beds will not be made up.
This is a Kiwi bach as we know and love, it is a family home with bunk beds and has a maximum adult occupancy of 8, with the remaining 4 guests being children.
Charging of electric vehicles is not permitted as the electrical infrastructure is not available to safely do so.
OWNER NOTE:
WE HAVE A ZERO TOLERANCE TO P OR METH IN THIS HOUSE
This property is monitored by METHSMINDER 24/7 through the Vodaphone network for your protection and ours. The monitoring company will respond if meth is detected. If you think anyone in your group may use P please do not book this property.
THIS IS NOT A PARTY HOUSE. It is a quiet residential area and the neighbours will quickly ring noise control and the PM and the owners.
Geothermal hot pool is left empty, you will need to fill if you wish to use. Keep an eye on children at all times especially around the pool and ensure people do not put their heads under the water. The pool is not suitable for small children.
When making a booking request please include information on the age range of the guests intending to stay and your plans for while you are in Taupō.
We have a strict no large group or parties policy, disruption to the neighbours will not be tolerated. If we are notified of parties or illegal activity you will be evicted.
You will be required to complete a check in form prior to arrival (excluding identity verified, Airbnb accounts) which will include a copy of your ID and the details of all guests intending to stay at the property. Failure to complete this form will result in the booking being cancelled.
The guest named on the booking is responsible for the property for the duration of the stay and must take all reasonable care of the house. For breakages or damages be aware that you will be charged for the repair or replacement plus a 10% handling fee. It's your responsibility to familiarise yourself with potential hazards or situations during the stay and take appropriate care or actions if needed.
All properties must be left reasonably clean and tidy, ensuring all furniture and appliances are returned to where they were. A general service clean is included, but if the property requires extra cleaning, you could be charged an additional $50.00 per hour, this includes BBQ’s, excess rubbish, soiled linen and odour removal.
All bookings are accepted on the basis that you have read, understand, and agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions and House Rules.
- Private Mineral Geothermal hot pool
- Short walk to the lake
Shepherd House is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom Taupo holiday house a 7 minute walk to the lake's edge.
This relaxing holiday home enjoys lake views, ample room for your group, plus an indoor geothermal pool!
This Taupo holiday home includes open plan living with a gas fire for cosy winter stays... or relax on the deck with peaceful surrounds and lake views! The fully fenced section is a great option for families, with a children's playhouse available and a sheltered BBQ area. Plus, the geothermal pool is on hand for cooler evenings, and is located in a separate pool house.
Relax in the *geothermal pool, enjoy BBQ's in the private garden, or head out to the lake... Everything you need for a laid back family getaway is on hand.
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed - Includes ensuite
- Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 Tri Bunk Sets (x2 Doubles at bottom and x2 singles on top, the top bunks are not suitable for adults or small children)
- Bedroom 4: 2 Single Beds
- Bedroom 5: 2 King Single Beds
In addition to the ensuite, 2 more bathrooms complete the easy holiday set up at Shepherd House.
Geothermal hot pool is left empty, you will need to fill if you wish to use. Keep an eye on children at all times especially around the pool and ensure people do not put their heads under the water. The pool is not suitable for small children.
This is a modern Kiwi Bach as we know and love, it is a simple and privately owned home, made for families to enjoy and make lasting memories of Great Lake Taupō. For this reason, there may be a level of personal belongings.
It is a family home with bunk beds and has a maximum adult occupancy of 8, with the remaining 4 guests being children. An additional guest surcharge applies for more than 8 people.
NOTE: Under Kiwi Bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels) or use our hire service. If you wish to add the linen hire of $17.25 per person, please select this option when booking or let us know in the comments section.
Please note when using the linen hire service, the beds will not be made up.
This is a Kiwi bach as we know and love, it is a family home with bunk beds and has a maximum adult occupancy of 8, with the remaining 4 guests being children.
Charging of electric vehicles is not permitted as the electrical infrastructure is not available to safely do so.
OWNER NOTE:
WE HAVE A ZERO TOLERANCE TO P OR METH IN THIS HOUSE
This property is monitored by METHSMINDER 24/7 through the Vodaphone network for your protection and ours. The monitoring company will respond if meth is detected. If you think anyone in your group may use P please do not book this property.
THIS IS NOT A PARTY HOUSE. It is a quiet residential area and the neighbours will quickly ring noise control and the PM and the owners.
Geothermal hot pool is left empty, you will need to fill if you wish to use. Keep an eye on children at all times especially around the pool and ensure people do not put their heads under the water. The pool is not suitable for small children.
When making a booking request please include information on the age range of the guests intending to stay and your plans for while you are in Taupō.
We have a strict no large group or parties policy, disruption to the neighbours will not be tolerated. If we are notified of parties or illegal activity you will be evicted.
You will be required to complete a check in form prior to arrival (excluding identity verified, Airbnb accounts) which will include a copy of your ID and the details of all guests intending to stay at the property. Failure to complete this form will result in the booking being cancelled.
The guest named on the booking is responsible for the property for the duration of the stay and must take all reasonable care of the house. For breakages or damages be aware that you will be charged for the repair or replacement plus a 10% handling fee. It's your responsibility to familiarise yourself with potential hazards or situations during the stay and take appropriate care or actions if needed.
All properties must be left reasonably clean and tidy, ensuring all furniture and appliances are returned to where they were. A general service clean is included, but if the property requires extra cleaning, you could be charged an additional $50.00 per hour, this includes BBQ’s, excess rubbish, soiled linen and odour removal.
All bookings are accepted on the basis that you have read, understand, and agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions and House Rules.
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Have a question?
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties

Very spacious bach style, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, with fabulous views of lake
Very spacious bach style, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, with fabulous views of lake
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor space
9.4 out of 10, (132 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Taupō
Waipahihi, a neighbourhood in Taupō, is home to this holiday home. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Taupō Hot Springs and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and The Landing Lake Taupō are also worth visiting.

Taupo Central, Taupo
What's nearby
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Taupō Hot Springs - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Three Mile Bay - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Industrie French Kitchen - 3 min drive
- Dixie Brown's Cafe - 6 min drive
- Cafe Baku - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by TaupoHolidayHomes
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback




























