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Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet.

Holiday home in Kuratau with kitchen and patio

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Living room
Living room
View from terrace
Outdoor hot spa with view of the lake.
Living room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Pukawa, Waikato
  • Place, Kuratau Jetty
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet.

Situated at the end of private driveway this upmarket lodge offers expansive views of Lake Taupo. It is surrounded by large private gardens with abundant bird life and walking paths. Guests will have the 1 hectare property to themselves.
Spacious bedroom with amazing lake view and en-suite bathroom. Bedroom is fitted with a king size bed and small fridge.
Large open plan living area is equipped with air conditioning / heat pump and wood burner.
Fully equipped kitchen with gas hob, electric oven and dishwasher.
Expansive outdoor area offers several places for relaxation and extends to a large private garden. Property offers multiple opportunities for relaxation: no TV or internet is provided. Yoga mats are available.
Guests are welcome to use new Hot Spring hot spa. In house private chef service is available.
Swimming beach in Pukawa is within walking distance or short drive.
Property manager lives in the nearby house and can provide information about the area. Cleaning and linen services are provided.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests to sort waste per local council rules - bins provided; excessive waste may incur fees.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kuratau

Located in Kuratau, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Pukawa, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Lake Taupō - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Kuratau Jetty - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre - 14 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delta Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Fish & Chips, Chicken & Roast - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bridge Motel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ky Fast Food - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Lake Taupō and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kuratau Jetty and Tokaanu Thermal Pools. Tongariro National Park and Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Libby

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very peaceful private property with amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher H.

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

Beautiful views...

Manager was so helpful, stay was peaceful, private and amazing views. Only real grizxle was the King bed that was made up of two single mattresses that you fell into the gsp. Did make for a good sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul and Sarah A., Wellington, New Zealand

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

A tremendous place for a relaxing break…

A return visit for us, taking time out from a busy schedule.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharn M.

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

Stunning!

The property is beautiful from every angle! Such stunning views, very private and a lovely getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Hazel B.

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

Lovely views, no curtains

Modern, warm, and clean with lovely kitchen, spa, and lakeview but house is a bit odd with no curtains anywhere including bedrooms which can be looked into from the lounge area, no wifi and a VERY firm bed. Fortunately it is secluded!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

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

Amazing property

The listing photos do not suffice. This property has an incredible view of Lake Taupo and is surrounded by a private botanical garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Truly amazing

We arrived in the rain and we were hit by the “wow” factor, the house was everything we expected and more, open and spacious, amazing views and what can best be described as our own botanical gardens. It was a place that you did not want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

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

Best of the best

This is a stunning property with even more incredible views from every room in the house. very spacious, impeccably decorated and an easy place to just hang out and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie H.

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

5 out of 5

The stay was beyond our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oxana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I had a wonderful experience at the lodge. Stunning view and spacious place to relax. Most definitely Will be back in mid-winter. Oxana
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

Fabulous view of Lake Taupo!

What a great destination - we loved the privacy and enjoyed sitting in the hot tub at night watching the stars. Great view of Lake Taupo, the city lights are on the other side of the lake, so we could easily see the Milky Way and other stars in the night sky.The property had a large kitchen, living room and bedroom. Everything was clean and well appointed. The property doesn’t have Wi-Fi but it did have excellent mobile service. We also enjoyed walking the grounds and met the neighbor, who is also the caretaker of the property and they were very nice.Great destination to rest and relax!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Colin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Beautiful place but a few issues

We had trouble checking in. The key provided would not open the property. We needed to call the property manager to let us in. The photos are misleading, the hot tub shown does not work, this needs to be made clear to guests. The house has no curtains, which means no privacy and removes the ability to sleep in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful time. The peace and solitude were just what we were after. A real place to decompress.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

WENDY J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sensational views, exceeding expectations. Photos don’t do it justice. This is the best ever Stayz home we have stayed in. Thank you. The only tiny downside was no top sheet and 2 single mattresses on a king frame.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christev S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic lake view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rikki

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

Beautiful view

Exceptional location and view. Spacious and open room and lounge living and kitchen. Bed is a bit hard and has separate mattresses but the view from it is awesome. That’s picking holes in what is a truly exceptional stay. Highly recommend and would love to return next time we’re in Taupo.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devinder T.

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

Getaway for two.

It lived up to its expectations; the photos were spot on, being there was even better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel H.

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

Amazing Stay

Beauty of the views cannot be overstated, and a great location. Stayed for a week, and regret nothing about the experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mary C.

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

View of Lake Taupo stay

Lovely views, Quiet location. Apart from a minor glitch checking in, which the host responded to promptly, our stay was lovely. Place was spotlessly clean. Unit had everything we needed. Shower pressure was great. Bed wasnt a king as described but two twin mattress pushed together on a king frame.. Mattress was so firm it was uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

johann f.

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

Schönes Anwesen in Traumlage.

Wer die Natur liebt und die Ruhe sucht findet hier einen unglaublich schönen, riesengroßen und nicht einsehbaren Garten. Wir haben die Zeit sehr genossen.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Rowan W.

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

Perfect setting but unfortunately not a good bed

This is an idyllic property set in an exclusive private grounds. Easily a 10/10 for the above. However, where it falls short is with the bed. Two king single mattresses pushed together do not make a super king bed. Plus the mattresses were very hard and the bedding was for the single beds. If only the owner would invest in a soft deluxe super king mattress and some high-quality bedding, to match the quality of the property. We ended up sleeping on the couch as it was slightly softer. A positive though was the spa pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce N.

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

Touch of Paradice

The stay was
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora G.

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

So beautiful

The lodge and all of its property was amazing and the views were spectacular! The location was perfect for us where it felt secluded and quiet, yet close to the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Time Out

Such an idyllic location … no close neighbours, no television, not even curtains! Just the most beautiful view and heavenly spa to soak in, after a couple of days day tripping the Central Plateau and all that it has to offer. Thank you so much 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roedolf S.

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

Excellent breakaway location

The listing does not do the location justice. It is quiet an private, with amazing views. The house is well appointed and has everything you need for a quiet break.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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