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Little Whio by the Lake

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Interior
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 795 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Motuoapa, Waikato
  • Lake Taupo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Little Whio by the Lake

Our Little Whio Bach was build in 2022 and is a place where we unwind and reconnect with each other as a family. We want to share our experience in Motuoapa with others. Get away from the busy life and spend time together and in nature.

Little Whio has an open living area with a modern kitchen and dining space which makes this space a great way to be with family/friends. The Bach has a laundry area, two bathrooms and three bedrooms. Two rooms have a Queen size bed and internal wardrobe. One of the Queen bedrooms comes with an ensuite. The third bedroom has a bunk bed and a daybed. Great for the kids. The day bed has a trundler underneath.( For that extra friend that likes to tag along)

Property manager

Elise Sandkuijl
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs are not allowed in the bedrooms nor furniture
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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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Motuoapa

Located in Motuoapa, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Motuoapa, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Lake Taupo - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • River Vineyard - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 29 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Licorice Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Thyme For Food - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Coffee Shop - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Whio by the Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Little Whio by the Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Whio by the Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Whio by the Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.1 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

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great bach
We loved our stay at Little Whio.Communication was excellent from booking through to the end of our stay. The house matched the descriptions, it was clean tidy and well appointed.I would 100% recommend this property and/or stay here again! Thanks :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing!!!!!
Amazing spot! Perfect size for our family and plenty of parking for the car and boat. Definitely one of our favourite holiday homes
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lovely home
Great little property in an excellent location, just a few minutes from the marina.Easy boat and multiple-car parking.We had a few Wi-Fi issues that were quickly resolved by the owner, though I believe fibre is going in soon, so might not be an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kath M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
Beautiful home, modern, clean and super tidy with everything you need. Great location. Handy to the lake for a swim, New World in Tūrangi or the Licorice Cafe 2 mins away. Also wonderful that we could have brought our dog. We didn’t on this trip but would on another. However a note for dog owners is that the property isn’t fully fenced if that’s a consideration for you.Would highly recommend. We’d definitely stay here again. Thank you Elise for making it all so easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely place
Communication from first booking to our stay was perfect Easy check in and out.place was clean as and very comfortable Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Whio
Beautiful spot and view of lake, lovely home and Elise was so friendly and made everything easy! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
A nice place to unwind
Great size and location and loved the modernness of the property. Appreciated the quick response when tv lost connection too. A lovely place to unwind and take in the surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Great property with easy access and functionality.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Elise Sandkuijl

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Languages:

English, Dutch

Premier Host

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