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Aranui Lake House

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Lounge
Lounge to deck
Lounge
Kitchen
Master Bedroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 665 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Mangakino, Mangakino
  • Mangakino Recreation Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Lake Maraetai
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Mangakino Golf Club
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Aranui Lake House

Aranui Lake House is a well-apportioned, sunny bach with a big back yard for the kids to run around on with a trampoline. Clean and tidy with super comfy beds - read the reviews! It's a 2-minute walk to the lake front. Relax on the beautiful back deck at the end of your days of activities in the area.

If you're a larger group and need another bach, check out the next door property, Waipoua Lake House, which is just as comfortable.

Note that linen and cleaning is included ($100 per booking)

Property manager

Grant Harris
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Mangakino

Located in Mangakino, this holiday home is on a river. Mangakino Golf Club and The Timber Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mangakino Recreation Reserve and Waikato River. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Mangakino, Mangakino

What's nearby

  • Mangakino Recreation Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake Maraetai - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mangakino Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lake Taupo - 39 min drive - 54.5 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 55 min drive - 76.0 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dam Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fred's Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hui Hut - Bar & Eatery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Diya Backcountry Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Russmans - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aranui Lake House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Aranui Lake House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Where is Aranui Lake House located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Waikato River and Mangakino Recreation Reserve. Lake Maraetai and Mangakino Golf Club are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern and comfort house
This is one of the most complete holiday homes we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

carmen fletcher f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
The house had everything we needed and more. It was quiet, comfortable and clean. Lovely location with a large lawn and trampoline.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Beautiful property with wonderful feeling. Comfortable, clean and perfect size! Great backyard, perfect for kids! Facilities in the house spot on!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean bach with all the conveniences for a comfortable stay.
Was a lovely clean and tidy bach and nice location but the photo of the view is unfortunately no longer there as this has been completely built out, so that just needs updating as sadly there is no longer that view.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

laurie l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
Awesome place . Very clean and tidy. Host is exelent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Nicola T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mangakino Getaway
We had a wonderful weekend away exploring the lake. The house was perfect for our needs, cute and tidy with plenty of things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Phil L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing batch
Awesome stay. Batch well appointed. Everything you need for wonderful weekend in Mangakino.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey M., Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ll be back
We often stay in Mangakino with our hydroplane racing and this is by far our best experience of a rental batch. So clean and tidy. Everything you need, and the beds are very comfortable. Walking distance to the lake. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

High standard of furniture, bedding,kitchen utensils,dishes and white ware.
High standard of furniture, bedding,kitchen utensils,dishes and white ware.Good heater for Winter plus pot belly stove. Very near reserve and the lake, would highly recommend.
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8/10 Good

Loved the log burner fire on a cold winter night.
Loved the log burner fire on a cold winter night.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect size, full of things like kayaks, a paddle board, darts, and heaps more to keep everyone ent
Perfect size, full of things like kayaks, a paddle board, darts, and heaps more to keep everyone entertained. Very clean and tidy and beds were very comfortable and felt very new.

10/10 Excellent

Carley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need and more!
Awesome little property! Very cozy and tidy, with great outdoor areas. Toys/games for kids available.. dishwasher! Fireplace.. heat pump! Will definitely look to book again.

8/10 Good

Louise F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for exploring the lakes
Had the best stay at the batch, house has absolutely everything we needed and the access to extra water sports gear was a treat! Only one small down side was that the house was not clean when we arrived. The previous guys had left their rubbish :(
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Rob J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
Great little property, had everything needed for a weekend away. Friendly neighbours and such great weather!!

8/10 Good

Geoff E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend Stay
We were asked if we could move to another property a few days before which we were told was very nice, and it certainly was. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay and Grant was very easy to deal with and got back to our messages quickly. I will be in contact if we come to stay again. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jos v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This bach is an absolute gem. It is clean, well equipped and nicelynd will recommend it to anyone.
While Mangakino might not be everyone's idea of a holiday town unless you are a 'boatie', compared with Auckland it is quiet and peaceful. The bach fits very nicely into this environment.

8/10 Good

Vicki A., Te Puke

Water ski racing weekend
Gorgues Bach. So comfortable. Great spot . Close to lake which was awesome . Would definitely stay again 😊👍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karl H.

A Gem!
Awesome place to stay, always super clean and tidy. Everything you need to have a wonderful holiday!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Lovely refurbishment with deck overlooking garden
Nice and clean, good clear instructions, well stocked and 5 mins walk to the water. Would come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Trevor N.

Exceptionally clean. Great spaces. Tasteful decor. Secure for the dogs.
Had a really good stay. Only gripe would be request to take our rubbish away as i would assume owners pay rates for this service. Otherwise all positives.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Great holiday house
Great renovated holiday house with deck and glimpse of the lake. Mangakino is a lovely spot for a quiet holiday.
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

We (partner and kiddies) here for a little weekend away from Tauranga and we absolutely LOVED it!
We (partner and kiddies) here for a little weekend away from Tauranga and we absolutely LOVED it! Such a beautiful, clean, warm and welcoming bach, a short walk to the lake/playground/shops it was perfect, exactly what we needed, we'll definitely be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Fantastic property.
Fantastic property. Great Reno, fresh & comfortable. Great place to come back to after a days riding.
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10/10 Excellent

Karl H.

Beautiful bach! Excellent location.
Beautiful bach! Excellent location.
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10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Great property, styled beautifully, everything you need.
Great property, styled beautifully, everything you need.

About the host

Hosted by Grant Harris

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Originally from Palmerston North, now living in Auckland, so Mangakino is the ideal middle-ground. After years of camping beside Lake Taupo we discovered the hidden gem that is Lake Maraetai and there's been no looking back. This is paradise for us!

Why they chose this property

We love the proximity to the lake, we love the privacy of our bach, we love how we've made our bach a home-away-from-home, we love how our family and friends love it, and it's clear others love it too (check the feedback!). What's not to love?!

What makes this property unique

Sun-drenched deck to catch those rays while sipping your cider.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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