Puka Lodge (Rear dwelling) 2 mins walk to beautiful Pukawa Bay Beach Lake Taupo
Puka Lodge (Rear dwelling) is a comfortable and relaxing 3 bedroom Lockwood style Pukawa Bay holiday home which sleeps 7. It has boat parking available and is just a short walk to the lake's edge. This Pukawa Bay holiday home has a bright open-plan living area. It also features a woodburner fireplace with heat ducted to the bedrooms for the cooler months. Each of the 3 bedrooms at this Pukawa Bay accommodation is located off the hallway. Bedroom 1 is fitted with a double bed, bedroom 2 is fitted with a queen bed, and bedroom 3 is fitted with 1 single bunk set, 1 single bed. Entry is via the shared laundry as well as through your rear living area ranch sliders.
When you are not relaxing on site, you are within walking distance to the lake, Oreti Timeshare Wedding Venue and restaurant/bar, a short drive to Tokaanu with pristine hot thermal pools and kayaking & bushwalking options, or take a 40 minute drive to the ski fields of Mt Ruapehu! Relax, unwind, and explore this ideal year-round lake escape. Set out on an adventure to the hidden bays around the lake with the beach and boat ramp just moments from your door! Great for a summer lake getaway, or a great ski base in the winter... Puka Lodge awaits!
This may be booked with the Puka Lodge front dwelling - a great option for an extended family group to holiday together while maintaining space and privacy! Puka Lodge has two back to back mirror image dwellings. This front dwelling is attached to a rear unit with a shared entrance through an adjoining utility area Please note that if you do not book the attached unit, it may be occupied during your stay. Shared laundry between units has washing machine. dryer and drying cupboard.
LINEN - Linen will be supplied and beds made for the number of guests listed in the booking. Pillows and duvets are provided at the property.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Return the keys to the lockbox for your dwelling.
Pleases turn off the power and hotwater to your dwelling, switches located in the power box at the back door
Please take all rubbish and recycling with you to the transfer stations locate in Turangi or Omori.
All recycle rubbish is free to dump. All other rubbish is to be placed in the prepaid unit left for you in the dwelling. This is also free to dump at the Transfer stations
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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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
About the area
Pukawa
Pukawa is home to this holiday home. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Tongariro National Trout Centre, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupō.
Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 17.5 km
Tongariro National Park - 13 min drive - 18.9 km
Tongariro National Trout Centre - 14 min drive - 20.7 km
Getting around
Taupō Airport (TUO) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Thyme For Food - 12 min drive
Rust - 11 min drive
Hydro Eatery - 11 min drive
Delta Coffee - 12 min drive
Turangi Tavern - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Puka Lodge (Rear dwelling) 2 mins walk to beautiful Pukawa Bay Beach Lake Taupo pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Puka Lodge (Rear dwelling) 2 mins walk to beautiful Pukawa Bay Beach Lake Taupo?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Puka Lodge (Rear dwelling) 2 mins walk to beautiful Pukawa Bay Beach Lake Taupo on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$328, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Puka Lodge (Rear dwelling) 2 mins walk to beautiful Pukawa Bay Beach Lake Taupo?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Puka Lodge (Rear dwelling) 2 mins walk to beautiful Pukawa Bay Beach Lake Taupo?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Puka Lodge (Rear dwelling) 2 mins walk to beautiful Pukawa Bay Beach Lake Taupo located?
Situated in Pukawa, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lake Taupō and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Kuratau Jetty. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro National Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Hosted by Mike Williams
We lived in NZ for many years, moving to Brisbane in 2015 to be closer to grandchildren
Why they chose this property
We built Puka Lodge in 1995 with 2 other families after holidaying their for a few years prior. We built the dual accommodation so we could holiday together or rent one end for others to enjoy
What makes this property unique
The property is set amongst native bush with great birdlife, and great to have friends or family stay with us. The property is for sale if you are interested!!!