8/10 Good
Sandra L.
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekender
Sandra L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Cosy Lockwood Cottage in town
Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Taupō
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 380 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Taupō, Waikato
- Place, Spa Thermal Park11 min walk
- Place, Maori Carvings14 min walk
- Place, A.C. Baths16 min walk
- Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Cosy Lockwood Cottage in town
About this house
**Cozy Central Taupō Cottage – A Warm & Welcoming Home Base**
Tucked away in Taupō’s town centre, this charming two-bedroom cottage is a cozy retreat where you can slow down and feel right at home. Just a short stroll to shops, and the lakefront, it’s the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
Inside, **2 bedrooms**, 2 beds (Super King and King single), quality linens, with a comfortable living space to curl up in after a day exploring, complete with TV, fridge, heat pump and free wifi. The **well-equipped kitchen** makes it easy to enjoy lazy breakfasts or home-cooked dinners, while the thoughtful layout suits couples, friends, or small families.
Outside, the **fully fenced section** offers a safe, private space to relax. There’s **secure storage for bikes** for those keen to explore Taupō’s trails, and a **separate laundry** to keep everything fresh during your stay.
**Why you’ll love it:**
* Cozy, homely feel in a central location
* Two comfortable bedrooms
* Fully fenced and private
* Well-equipped kitchen for easy meals
* Bike storage for adventure days
* Separate laundry for longer stays
Whether you’re here for a peaceful getaway or an active holiday, this cottage is a snug and welcoming place to come home to.
If you stay in the town centre, you are close to all main attractions:
Huka Falls
Wairakei Hot Spring and Golf
Bungy & Swing
Skydiving
Great Lake Trail
Trout fishing
House Rules:
1) Dogs are not allowed on beds or couch.
2) Do not tip coffee ground or kitchen waste in kitchen sink.
3) Alway have extraction fan on when cooking.
4) Use fireplace only if you are confident with fire safety. Keep firepalce door shut at all time.
5) Waste are in rubbish bag provided.
6) Dog litter needs to be in designated bin in wood shed.
**Cozy Central Taupō Cottage – A Warm & Welcoming Home Base**
Tucked away in Taupō’s town centre, this charming two-bedroom cottage is a cozy retreat where you can slow down and feel right at home. Just a short stroll to shops, and the lakefront, it’s the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
Inside, **2 bedrooms**, 2 beds (Super King and King single), quality linens, with a comfortable living space to curl up in after a day exploring, complete with TV, fridge, heat pump and free wifi. The **well-equipped kitchen** makes it easy to enjoy lazy breakfasts or home-cooked dinners, while the thoughtful layout suits couples, friends, or small families.
Outside, the **fully fenced section** offers a safe, private space to relax. There’s **secure storage for bikes** for those keen to explore Taupō’s trails, and a **separate laundry** to keep everything fresh during your stay.
**Why you’ll love it:**
* Cozy, homely feel in a central location
* Two comfortable bedrooms
* Fully fenced and private
* Well-equipped kitchen for easy meals
* Bike storage for adventure days
* Separate laundry for longer stays
Whether you’re here for a peaceful getaway or an active holiday, this cottage is a snug and welcoming place to come home to.
If you stay in the town centre, you are close to all main attractions:
Huka Falls
Wairakei Hot Spring and Golf
Bungy & Swing
Skydiving
Great Lake Trail
Trout fishing
House Rules:
1) Dogs are not allowed on beds or couch.
2) Do not tip coffee ground or kitchen waste in kitchen sink.
3) Alway have extraction fan on when cooking.
4) Use fireplace only if you are confident with fire safety. Keep firepalce door shut at all time.
5) Waste are in rubbish bag provided.
6) Dog litter needs to be in designated bin in wood shed.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
You need to wash the dishes before check out.
Pick up dog pool and put into dedicatd pool bin in wood shed.
All rubbish needs to be in rubbish bag, or take away with you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Located in Taupō, this holiday home is in the city centre. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Waikato River. Spa Thermal Park and Taupō Hot Springs are also worth visiting.
Taupō, Waikato
What's nearby
- Spa Thermal Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Maori Carvings - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- A.C. Baths - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
- Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Replete Food Company - 2 min drive
- Catch 22 - 11 min walk
- Piccolo - 3 min drive
- The Cozy Corner - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Trevor S.
20 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly
Trevor S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Greg M.
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dirt bikers weekend at bermbuster
Greg M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Marg H.
18 January 2026
Marg H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
About the host
Hosted by John & Lily
John and Lily are kind, friendly and very approachable. Not a problem to reach out if you have any questions about your booking or stay.
What makes this property unique
Lockwood house is warm, dry, and ventilated to create healthy living environment, as well as resistant to earthquakes !
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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