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Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home

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A modern house with a glass bridge leading to the entrance, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a clear sky.
A stone wall with a wooden sign displaying the number 797.
A residential street with a house on the left, surrounded by trees and shrubs.
A modern two-story house with large glass windows, a stone pathway, and a well-maintained garden.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a glass door.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Acacia Bay, Lake Taupo
  • Place, beach near Te Kopua Point
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Acacia Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Waikereru Point
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Taupō

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Acacia Bay, a neighbourhood in Taupō. Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Golf Club Taupō are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit A.C. Baths and Spa Thermal Park. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Hot Springs are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Acacia Bay, Lake Taupo

What's nearby

  • beach near Te Kopua Point - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Acacia Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Waikereru Point - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lake Taupō - 12 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 19 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Waterside - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lone Star Taupo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home?

As of 25 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home on 27 October 2026 start from NZ$859, 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.

How much is parking at Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home located?

Located in Acacia Bay, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Taupō, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Waikato River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and views. We loved the native bird life . I had 5 teenagers with me so was a bit nervous about them damaging the Beautiful lamps and lots of ornaments etc so I couldn't fully relax because of that. A heads up for anyone who has mobility issues, I had a fall on the steps as there are no handrails and I couldn't access the lake front but i should have been better at checking for this myself when booking. It is a beautiful property and the beds are very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property was sensational - and so relaxing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, very clean, warm, and comfortable. The alarm was set when we entered so went off, but the neighbours came to help and the manager came over quickly to turn it off and apologize. We love to access to the lake and some of us had a dip (in July - brave).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Bachcare for your holiday. Guest feedback is always valued, and if there is anything we can do to make future stays even better, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway in the future. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house is very large, and the back garden can be reached to the lake. There are all kinds of equipment in the house. We really enjoyed our stay. Just that the driveway is darker at night, so be careful when driving.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot for our holiday. House was clean and has so much character. Everything you need was avaliable. Far enough out of town to be out if the busy central but close enough to pop back and do things. We will be returning to this holiday home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2026
Hi there, Thanks for the wonderful feedback. Great to hear you had such a beautiful holiday. Fantastic to hear you’re planning to return. We’d love to host you again. Best, Bachcare Reputation and Resolutions Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home just steps away from the lakeshore, views of the lake from the upper and lower level. Spacious, with plenty of comfortable areas to relax. Garage access. Will need a car to get to amenities. Nice town. Huka Falls is a must see.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 April 2026
We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed the lovely lakeside setting and found the home spacious and comfortable for relaxing. It’s great to know the views and layout worked well for your stay. Thank you for choosing Bachcare, and we’d love to welcome you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great weekend break with 3 couples and 1 dog. Highly recommended this house and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 January 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future. Thanks again for choosing to stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and interesting house. Excellent access to a good beach with safe swimming. Our labrador loved the location with lots swims. Everything we could ask for in this property. Everything worked just fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. It is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the unique character of the house and the easy access to the beach for safe swimming. It sounds like your labrador had a fantastic holiday as well which is lovely to hear. We are pleased that everything met your expectations and that everything worked well during your stay. We would be delighted to welcome you back again. Reputation and Resolutions Coordinators
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very smart property and very warm

Superb location - loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2026
Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to leave a review. We're pleased to hear you had an enjoyable stay. Guest feedback is always appreciated, and we're always looking for ways to improve. We hope you'll choose Bachcare again for a future holiday. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
From a partner site

8/10 Good

The property is amazing with close access to the lake

The property is amazing with close access to the lake. very comfortable house
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us! We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review, and we hope to see you back again soon! - Scotty
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view

Such a perfect place to stay and with a bonus of being able to take our dogs. Loved it and will book again when we go back to Taupo.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2026
Thank you for your review. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Bachcare for your getaway. If there's anything we can do to make future stays even better, we'd love to hear from you. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

luxury accomadation

fantastic property clean modern perfect location . ultimate value for the money . highly recomend this property .
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Bachcare for your holiday. Guest feedback is always valued, and if there is anything we can do to make future stays even better, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway in the future. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful venue & location

Lovely open plan living areas with open fire in main lounge , large deck of living areas , bathrooms for every bedroom . Steps down to lake which is great . Wonderful time had by everyone , will definately stay there again . Recommend this home to anyone and everyonelooking for a relaxed, enchanting stay .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Kia ora, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the open-plan living, cosy fireplace, and the spacious deck—such a great setup for a relaxing stay. It’s fantastic that the lake access and multiple bathrooms added to the comfort for everyone. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another enchanting getaway in the future! Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators, Bachcare
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely property perfect location

Thanks so much guys the property was nice clean and fully equipped. Great location and perfect communication from property manager
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2026
Thank you for staying with Bachcare and for sharing your feedback. We're pleased to know you had a great stay and enjoyed your time away. It's always wonderful to hear when guests have a positive experience. If there's anything we can do to make your next visit even better, please don't hesitate to let us know. We hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very well equipped and well located housr

Everything you need for a relaxing break
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2026
Thank you for staying with Bachcare and for sharing your feedback. We're pleased to know you had a great stay and enjoyed your time away. It's always wonderful to hear when guests have a positive experience. If there's anything we can do to make your next visit even better, please don't hesitate to let us know. We hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home and location

Luxury
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2026
Thank you for your review. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Bachcare for your getaway. If there's anything we can do to make future stays even better, we'd love to hear from you. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Special catchup

Just perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
Thank you for your lovely review Sharon. We're so pleased to hear your special catchup was just perfect. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another memorable stay. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adult retreat

Superb spot for r'n'r, restful, tasteful, very well equipped. Bonus is 🐕 allowed too (and inside) so this part of our family didn't get left out. Perfect for family catch up. Not for small children but as that was not applicable to us it was just perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2026
Thank you for staying with Bachcare and for taking the time to leave a review. We're pleased to hear you had an enjoyable stay. Guest feedback is always appreciated, and we're always looking for ways to improve. We hope you'll choose Bachcare again for a future holiday. Bachcare Reputation & Resolutions Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just perfect

So much so we are coming back in a couple of weeks to share with other friends. 3 nights felt like a week away. This place is a home with everything you could possibly need. We felt quite privileged that we could book it for a weekend and didn’t go anywhere, I took plenty of great food and wine and we just enjoyed the space and the lake. Thank you x
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2026
Thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Bachcare for your holiday. We always welcome guest feedback, so if there is anything we can do to make future stays even better, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back for another getaway in the future. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

House was absolutely freezing

Im sure this house would be nice in summer, but as for a nice winter break it was miserable. Heating of the entire house is an open fire in the lounge. Which we had to get up every 2 hours in the night to stoak up and bring in more firewood. The underfloor heat was not working. We found some heaters in the cleaners room which we used. Stayed 1 night, then left. Would not recommend for a winter break.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2025
Catherine, we're truly sorry your winter stay fell short of expectations and appreciate you taking the time to share this feedback. It’s clear that the heating setup was inadequate for the colder months, and we’re looking into the underfloor heating functionality and reassessing the property's suitability as a year-round option. Your comments are valuable in helping us improve the experience for future guests. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators, Bachcare.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Acacia Bay Road

We were unsure if we had the entire property or not, as we read after booking that the flat underneath was occupied. We did not know if we were able to use the attached (empty) garage or not. The WiFi did not work at all (the Deco WiFi expanders were flashing red and not connected) there was no Sky TV, we eventually managed to find TVNZ+ on the TV and only two live TV channels. We did not know that there are multiple stairs/levels and stone floors which was difficult for an elderly guest. There were electric heaters in the bedrooms, but the only heat source for the rest of the large lounge, study, kitchen, seating area is a very large open fire, for which two bags of firewood and one bag of kindling were supplied. The firewood was all gone after one night and we had to go and buy more on the Saturday morning as it was very cold. There is an old dial type thermostat for "underfloor heating" which we turned up but all the floors were cold to the touch throughout our stay. The ensuite extractor fan upstairs is VERY loud, screeching and rattling when on. We made the most of our stay but expected better for what we paid for.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Thank you for your review. We're sorry to hear aspects of the property information, heating, Wi-Fi, entertainment facilities, and communication did not meet your expectations during your stay. Since your stay, we have reviewed and addressed the concerns raised to help improve the experience for future guests. We appreciate your detailed feedback. Bachcare Reputation & Resolutions Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Location

House was in a fantastic location and so lovely and warm with underfloor heating on for our arrival and the open fire for the nights. Absolutely everything you need to cook up a feast in the beautiful kitchen. Lovely furnishings and comfortable beds. Wish we could have stayed for longer. Appreciated house being pet friendly with even dog towels/blankets and bowls provided.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review Maree! Sounds like you all had an amazing time away at Kauawhi Lodge and we can’t wait to host you again sometime in the near future! - Scotty
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful home and fantastic lake view.

Beautiful home and fantastic lake view.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thanks for leaving a review! Glad to hear you enjoyed the property. - Jessie
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful house, clean and upmarket.

Beautiful house, clean and upmarket. A great location to stay right by the lake. We will be back
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Glad to hear you enjoyed the house. We'll see you next time! Cheers, Phoebe
Archival

8/10 Good

Good place to spend with family, great view, has all accessories you need.

Good place to spend with family, great view, has all accessories you need.
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