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A Quiet, peaceful hideaway by the Waikato river.

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Tranquil view of the Waikato River
View from the river to cottage top of reserve
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Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 463 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Map
Taupo Central, Taupo
  • Spa Thermal Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Taupo Hot Springs
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A Quiet, peaceful hideaway by the Waikato river.

Fully self-contained 2 bedroom unit complete with wood burner (wood burner is available from May to September only) and electric heater for those brisk Taupo winters. Peaceful sheltered surroundings, relaxing environment, all you need for a great breakaway from a busy life. There are views of the Waikato River from the bedroom window and a walking/bike track nearby that leads to Spa Park where the adventure begins. Taupo CBD is approx 20min walk and 5min drive. Linen and bedding is provided. There is another unit attached that may be occupied at the same time. PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION CAREFULLY TO MAKE SURE THAT THIS UNIT MEETS YOUR REQUIREMENTS BEFORE BOOKING. Special conditions: No smoking or vaping on premises. NOTE: Under Kiwi Bach tradition you are expected to leave the house tidy and clean and do the dishes and take out your rubbish before you leave. Please note that the service fee you pay at checkout is NOT a cleaning fee. This fee is for using the vrbo booking service and insurance policy they provide.

Property manager

Lance Alden

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Property is near a river, supervision is essential
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Taupo

Located in Taupō Central, a neighbourhood in Taupo, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Spa Thermal Park and Taupo Hot Springs. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and The Landing Lake Taupo are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Taupo Central, Taupo

What's nearby

  • Spa Thermal Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A.C. Baths - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Embra - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Catch 22 Takeaways - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Storehouse - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Quiet, peaceful hideaway by the Waikato river. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Quiet, peaceful hideaway by the Waikato river.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Quiet, peaceful hideaway by the Waikato river.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Quiet, peaceful hideaway by the Waikato river. located?

Located in Taupō Central, this golf apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Waikato River and Spa Thermal Park. A.C. Baths and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location by the river, quiet location.
Very clean, with allyou need for your stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot- awesome hosts
Very good spot and perfect for our trip
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely peaceful spot!
We had a lovely stay and the host was great. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris & Thelma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taupo birthday breakaway
Overall a very quiet, private and relaxing stay. Close to town and great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful location, small, but affordable, tidy and well appointed
Just what we needed for a short stay in Taupo for the kids football tournament. Well appointed bach in a beautiful and central location. Very friendly hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
A lovely property- super handy to town and a gorgeous outlook
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Positioned a stone's throw from Taupo CBD and all its restaurants/bars/cafés, and nice and close to all the fun and activities Wairakei has to offer, while still being nice and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

simone k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chilling
Great cute quite retreat. Great place to hang
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and comfortable
This is a well equipped, beautifully situated home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
The property is located right next to the Waikato River, and is clean, amply furnished and comfortable - as described and was very pleased with the stay. The owners live there on premises and were responsive and helpful before and during my stay. I would return again with no reservations.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine W., Whanganui

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, great house
Love this place have stayed so many times never dissapoints
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful and relaxing spot
Spacious, well resourced, relaxing, and very comfortable place to stay. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

drew s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to chill by the river
Loved our stay here, will defiantly be back for another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leonie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Riverview is a beautiful place for a holiday, with wonderful hosts and every comfort you could need. Plus an easy walk into town. I will certainly be going back to stay on my next trip to New Zealand.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay
We stayed in the two bedroom apartment.It was warm when we arrived, very welcoming The kitchen and lounge area was bigger than the photos showed which was nice. Big glass doors and windows made the most of the garden views - flowering plants, birds, with access to fabulous river views and walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ankur V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay
Beautiful,neat ,tidy,quiet unit..located next to the Waikato river earned it an extra ⭐
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will stay again
Can't beat the location, the surroundings, the nice tidy space. One minute walk to the river, can jump on a trail that goes all the way to the big park nearby. Or just a few minutes' drive to the city centre. Next time I'm in Taupo I'll be looking to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taupo
Comfortable accommodation in a good location. We walked into town along the river and also out to Huka Falls…both very enjoyable, We appreciated the efficient heating and washing machine…plus the great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Comfort
Beatifully presented and tidy property, everything you could need for a really comfortable stay, especially the fireplace for those cold evenings/nights. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very pleasant stay
The property was clean and bright, even though we didn't stay in the one that had a better view of the river, we still enjoyed our pad very much. So clean and enjoyable. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little spot!
Awesome spot by the river. Cosy and clean. We loved our stay. Thanks so much Lance and Sandy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H., Paraparaumu Beach Wellington New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Cosy
Its a lovely quiet place to stay still close to everything and the bird song in the morning is lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine W., Whanganui

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always perfect
We stay here every year. Never disappointed. Great view, close to everything. The house is great. Perfect for what we need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne J., Masterton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Peaceful Comfortable Stay
This is the third time we have booked this cottage. Such a lovely peaceful spot with fantastic views and beds super comfortable too. Sandra and Lance are fantastic hosts. Very comfortable with everything you would need, a home away from home, perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasant stay
A lovely, quiet spot by the river. Very clean & tidy, with everything you may need. The location was very peaceful, but still convenient for Taupo town centre. The hosts, Lance & Sandra, were lovely and very helpful. Overall, it was a great stay. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lance Alden

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What makes this property unique

Town centre and lake front, 10 minute, mountainbike trails, hot pools, Spa park, golf course.

Languages:

English
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