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Walk to Lake/Town. Perfect for Families and Groups. Free WiFi & Linen Included
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Taupo Central, Taupo
- Spa Thermal Park18 min walk
- Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp2 min drive
- Taupo Hot Springs4 min drive
- Taupo (TUO)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Second Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Third Bedroom
2 Single Beds and 1 Crib
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Walk to Lake/Town. Perfect for Families and Groups. Free WiFi & Linen Included
‘Kilgarven’ is our mid-century bungalow which has been restored and modernised, while retaining the original character where possible.
Located an easy stroll to Taupo town centre, restaurants, cafes and the lake front.
Three double bedrooms, master with ensuite and private north facing patio.
We have just finished renovating the family bathroom (second shower over the bath)
Outdoor flow from living room on to the sunny deck with views overlooking the lake and mountain.
Lovely and warm in the winter with a ducted heat-pump.
Plenty of off street parking for 3 cars and a boat, safe behind a security gate with key-pad entry.
Children’s playground directly across the road.
Washing machine and dryer available.
Home is professionally cleaned between guests. If you are staying for 10 days or longer, our housekeeper will come in at a mutually convenient day/time to change the linen each week at no extra cost if required.
Portacot, highchair and pushchair available at no charge. Please bring own linen for the cot. We also have a second portacot if required, please feel free to enquire.
Fibre Wi-fi available for general internet browsing.
Chrome cast if you happen to have Netflix, Lightbox, or Neon etc. We no longer have a sky decoder, but I am unable to remove it from the description.
Sorry, not suitable for pets.
Special conditions:
Strictly no smoking inside the house.
Please respect our holiday home by leaving it tidy.
Families preferred. A few quiet drinks are fine, but if you are wanting a house to party in, then sorry but this is not the house for you.
Extras: WiFi (included); Linen (included);
Located an easy stroll to Taupo town centre, restaurants, cafes and the lake front.
Three double bedrooms, master with ensuite and private north facing patio.
We have just finished renovating the family bathroom (second shower over the bath)
Outdoor flow from living room on to the sunny deck with views overlooking the lake and mountain.
Lovely and warm in the winter with a ducted heat-pump.
Plenty of off street parking for 3 cars and a boat, safe behind a security gate with key-pad entry.
Children’s playground directly across the road.
Washing machine and dryer available.
Home is professionally cleaned between guests. If you are staying for 10 days or longer, our housekeeper will come in at a mutually convenient day/time to change the linen each week at no extra cost if required.
Portacot, highchair and pushchair available at no charge. Please bring own linen for the cot. We also have a second portacot if required, please feel free to enquire.
Fibre Wi-fi available for general internet browsing.
Chrome cast if you happen to have Netflix, Lightbox, or Neon etc. We no longer have a sky decoder, but I am unable to remove it from the description.
Sorry, not suitable for pets.
Special conditions:
Strictly no smoking inside the house.
Please respect our holiday home by leaving it tidy.
Families preferred. A few quiet drinks are fine, but if you are wanting a house to party in, then sorry but this is not the house for you.
Extras: WiFi (included); Linen (included);
Property manager
DeniseCo9
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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Important information
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About the area
Taupo
Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Taupō Central, a neighbourhood in Taupo. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupo and Waikato River. Spa Thermal Park and Taupo Hot Springs are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

Taupo Central, Taupo
What's nearby
- Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Spa Thermal Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- A.C. Baths - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Taupo Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 15 min walk
- Malabar Beyond India - 15 min walk
- Embra - 8 min walk
- Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - 16 min walk
- Catch 22 Takeaways - 13 min walk
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Reviews
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6 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul R.
20 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taupo Getaway
Paul R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dianne K.
16 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dianne K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Y A.
16 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Home
Y A.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sara P.
11 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this property
Sara P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emma W.
29 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Emma W.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kylie M.
4 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Kylie M.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ed & Robyn I.
30 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
Ed & Robyn I.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brooke H.
28 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taupo
Brooke H.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kj J.
20 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic stay
Kj J.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie A.
20 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Julie A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel L.
7 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kilgarven Manor
Daniel L.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pauline T.
26 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taupo Haven
Pauline T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kieran Y.
17 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay
Kieran Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandra P.
18 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stopover in Taupō for a one night stay
Sandra P.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Aliki E.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy stop off
Aliki E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hayden T.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Hayden T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Claire G.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal for a Group
Claire G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly C.
18 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, warm and Peaceful
Kelly C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy G.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central and warm
Jeremy G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adrian I.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taupo retreat
Adrian I.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kieran Y.
27 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Kieran Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly W.
16 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a geataway
Kelly W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adrian I.
4 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Adrian I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Al R.
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About the host
Hosted by DeniseCo9

What makes this property unique
Secure, private, and warm with lake and mountain views.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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