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

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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

Map
Pukawa, Waikato
  • Lake Taupō
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • 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

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 Park - 12 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Floating Rock Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thyme For Food - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Coffee Shop - ‬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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

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

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lance H.

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

Ideal Getaway Location

Wonderful environment to get way and relax or base your ski/MTB/hike adventure from. Beautiful park gardens, native bush & birds, awesome vista of lake Lake Taupo from the home and spa. What more could you want?
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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

Emma B.

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

Beautiful NYE spot

We had a lovely stay for two nights. The spa especially was lovely on a rainy NYE while watching fireworks. A beautiful view and so peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 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

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

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

8/10 Good

Greer R.

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

Great views, serene setting

Great place to stay if you need a peaceful getaway and time to switch off. Fantastic views, great fire. Bed could be upgraded to make this a more comfortable and romantic stay & recommend packing a blue tooth speaker of the like for some background noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mariah R.

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

Beautiful home and view

We had a lovely stay. The views are gorgeous and can’t be missed as there are windows everywhere. Hot tub is very nice. Home is very spacious. Firm bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael U.

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

What an awesome view!

We had such a wonderful, lovely time here. What’s better than enjoying the awesome views from the spa, lighting up a fire, and enjoy some card games we haven’t played for some years?! Thanks for having us :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

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

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

Georgina F.

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

The most beautiful sunrise and sunsets

This spacious home had the most beautiful sunrise and sunsets and gorgeous gardens surrounding the home that we could walk around. The view of the lake is stunning we could look out over it from the hot tub. After the sun set, we could enjoy the fire, which was just so relaxing. It is a bit remote, but with that, you get tranquility and peace. Absolutely worth it. We were willing to drive, so we could still explore the national parks in the surrounding area. Communication was also great. We extended our stay twice at the last minute as our plans changed and they were so accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam D.

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

Tranquil Lake View Retreat

I took a 3 night stay at this lodge with partner and was completely stoked with the quiet and the lake view. The lodge has a lot of pros on top such as ample wood supply for the fire burner, huge garden with fresh fruit to wonder through, hot tub with a view, spacious rooms, private location, great value, well stocked kitchen and the property manager Max looked after us too. The cons of the property would be minor, my recommendation would be some curtains in the bedroom to allow sleep in if guests in the future wished to do this. We loved this stay and will be back again if we are so lucky to have the opportunity to do so, Thank you guys!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Raghvendra M.

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

Not a luxury stay

- Bedroom had queen bed fitted with two over sized single bed mattress.The mattress and pillows were hard and uncomfortable.The mattres kept on sliding out of the bed frame creating a gap in between.Advised the prpoperty manager to change it and they go 'some couple like the gap between' lol - got bitten by flees/bed bug ,property manager turned up (without prior calling) with a magnifying glass to find the bugs and offered to changed.We both were enjoying the afternoon nap and have to get up and deal with it. - 2nd day of stay property manager turns up (without prior calling) with a lawn mower guy asking for lawn mowing for some time as the weather was good.Lawn mowing lasted for 3 hrs.All our videos to enjoy the good weather and location has lawn mowing noise at back ground.There are no blinds on windows for couple to enjoy the privacy. - half of the property was locked not stated would have been good if it was advised to us. Overall the view is good however out of all the bach we stayed this year this one was over priced and poor service and very uncomfortable.We felt there was no privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

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