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Cottage near Lake Taupo on Tauranga Taupo River

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Rear of Cottage
Back Yard
Lake Front
Bunk Room
Kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Motuoapa, Taupo
  • Lake Taupo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room 4

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage near Lake Taupo on Tauranga Taupo River

A well presented and reasonably priced cottage very close to the lake and Tauranga/Taupo river on the Eastern side of Lake Taupo - 10Km North of Turangi Township. A very quiet, picturesque and peaceful area and very central to the numerous attractions and facilities of the Central Plateau of the North Island. Great accommodation for anglers/fishermen, skiers/snowboarders, tourists, wanting to get away from the bustle of city and big town life, or someone just wanting to break their journey for a night [or more] in a marvelous location.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$50.00 per stay); Linen not supplied. Bring your own sheets, pillow slips, and towels.
Check in after 2pm on day of arrival and check out is by 11am on day of departure.

Property manager

PaulR695
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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: limit 5 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Tauranga Taupo

Located in Oruatua, a neighbourhood in Tauranga Taupo, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupo and Tongariro National Park. The Landing Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Motuoapa, Taupo

What's nearby

  • Lake Taupo - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 9 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 13 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 27 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 31 min drive - 37.7 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Licorice Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hare & Copper Eatery | Turangi Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪River Wines - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage near Lake Taupo on Tauranga Taupo River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage near Lake Taupo on Tauranga Taupo River?

As of 15 April 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage near Lake Taupo on Tauranga Taupo River on 27 April 2025 start from NZ$149.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Cottage near Lake Taupo on Tauranga Taupo River?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage near Lake Taupo on Tauranga Taupo River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage near Lake Taupo on Tauranga Taupo River located?

Located in Oruatua, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Taupo and within 9 miles (15 km) of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and River Vineyard. Tongariro National Trout Centre and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 145 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 145 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roimata M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wā whakataa! Time to relax!
Always a pleasure and honour to stay at Otuarua, a home away from home in a different area with surrounding lakes close to the mountains love it. Thank you Paul n family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

igor s.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Communication with management agency was very bad.
Very good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer holiday
Family holiday without any hassles or drama. Close to boatramp and beautiful park lakeside. Will be back
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sonia m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little bach
A great little bach in a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday
second time we have stayed. this time it was even better!Will stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Turangi stay
Exactly what we were looking for, will definitely be booking more in the future, owner was very easy and great to deal with, access was super easy.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Gem
Stayed with my elderly mother who loved the birdsong emanating from the adjacent wetlands. Bird watching heaven, all from the back porch. Close to the scenic walkway along the Tauranga Taupo river; more birdwatching joys await. Bach is simple and functional for any family and ideally located for a multitude of outdoor activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oldie but a goodie
Classic kiwi Bach. Lake just down the road. The challenge service station where you pick up the keys is fairly well stocked if you need anything including fish and chips. It is a very old house with a pump and low pressure hot water. The shower was extremely low pressure, the shower head fell apart twice. It is a lovely Quiet street
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neat and Tidy Kiwi Bach
The property was clean and tidy. With everything you need to make the stay comfortably. The host was easily contactable, and instructions were really clear. The property has a fantastic garden for the kids to play in.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for rest and relaxation
Great stay once again. Quiet , always clean and tidy and great proximity to lake and river fishing. The addition of new carpet and furniture has enhanced the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

shanan e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paul Reids Place
We love this little spot we have styed here a number of times now its a perfect litte house and a cool location not too far from Taupo little piece of paradise 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property
Has everything needed, enjoyed our stay, good to be able to have our dogs with us
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snow to the snow
The property was absolutely perfect for what we needed, no complaints about the house at all. We found a lot of cool spots in the area to explore and would recommend it to anyone stopping through the area. Cheers.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb Jack W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stop Off Space!
We were en route to Auckland and this beautiful spot almost tempted us to stick around… Well equipped with everything you need and space for everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend get away
Everything we needed and awesome back yard for the kids and fur kid. Hours of fun for all. We had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

N B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lazy long weekend
A great 4 days exploring the area, shame the autumn weather didn't hold out.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Break away
We loved our short stay , walks . Dingy on the river/lake and kayaking. The batch had everything we needed a great spot away from it all
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Taupo
Lovely location and a good halfway stop to further up north
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
Great location easy access to bush walks & lake. Ideal for taking your Pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great for a one night stop.
A lovely place to stay, however a bit difficult to sleep as all the beds were rocky and bouncy. No sign of the swirlpool spa or hot tub described on the listing !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location
Superb location, quiet safe and relaxing. Short walk to the lake and reserve close to TT river for fishing. Always clean and tidy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away :)
Really lovely little bach so close to the lake! Really enjoyed being able to wander just down the street to swim. Great communication from the owner too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly Bach
Quiet, well supplied, pet friendly . Near walks and beach, reasonable price . Good getaway Bach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back in time
Tidy, quiet old skool kiwi bach. Excellent proximity to lake and boat ramp.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great overnight spot
Travelling with dogs. Good section and access to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by PaulR695

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What makes this property unique

Ideal base for fishermen, skiers and tourists, or just getting away from civilisation for a while.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests