Waipahihi stay.Your stay at this Waipahihi apartment places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupo Hot Springs. Lake Taupo and Three Mile Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
A.C. Baths - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Taupo (TUO) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - 2 min drive
Malabar Beyond India - 3 min drive
Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - 12 min walk
The Fish Box - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location.
Luxurious recently-renovated detached dwelling in Waipahihi Bay, 3 minutes' walk from the lakefront and a 4 minute drive from central Taupo. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, this apartment is brand-new as of late 2019, and is perfect for a couple looking for a relaxing getaway, plus a double sofa bed. Free off-street parking is available immediately outside, and bicycles are available to explore the area. Sunset views of the lake and mountains are visible from the front of the property and main house.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
On a lake
Things to do
Bicycles
Optional golf privileges
Ski lift privileges
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 72 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 72 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Fiona G.
11 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect & Lovely
It was very comfy and nice. Everything made easy.I felt very lucky to be there.Totally enjoyed it.
Fiona G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
3 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
A modern, clean and comfortable apartment with absolutely all necessities. Great being so close to the lake and walking paths around it. Luckily for me Jeremy had a fold-up dog fence for my disobedient little dog, otherwise I’m sure I would have been leaving Taupo without her!!! I hope to stay there again next year.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Graham W.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Comfortable accommodation with no bells and whistles. Quiet location.
Graham W.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna W.
5 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Easy, tidy and spacious
Loved our stay here, the place was much bigger than i expected and was fully equipped with kitchen supplies etc.
Anna W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gillian R.
23 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in Taupo
Excellant stay, overall lovely comfortable place.Clean and tidy unit. Location is great, quiet and not far from Taupo town. Jeremy is a great host.
Gillian R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julianne T.
17 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Great locality, well appointed, private and very comfortable. Jeremy was an excellent host
Julianne T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Fleur K.
16 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly located
We had s as n excellent stay. The apartment is clean and modern, and perfectly located between the township and popular lake walks and swimming spots. Jeremy(host) was very helpful and accommodating.
Fleur K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bernice C., Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory
13 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Taupo Hideaway
Great property and host. Highly recommend
Bernice C.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Ffvv F.
3 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday
Needed some where to stay in taupo and this place was Great for the price
Ffvv F.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alex K.
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed stay in Taupo
Loved the quiet and secluded courtyard with the view of the lake while also being sheltered from the wind. Safe for our little dog to have a wander as well.
Location was great with a short drive into Taupo town.
Bed was very clean and comfortable and we slept very well during our stay.
We would happily stay agin!
Very welcoming host and great directions given. A few tweaks would make the place more comfortable as it is maybe time for an update of some of the appliances and streamline what furniture is required in the room so it would be a little more spacious. A tea towel would be a handy addition in the kitchen. Overall a lovely quiet clean and tidy place to stay. Much appreciated, thanks Jeremy.
Cyndi
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tracey M.
27 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Lovely quiet unit in a beautiful part of Taupo.
Recommend and will book again!
Just what we need for a 5 day break in Taupo.
Very quiet, comfortable and a lovely part view of the lake. A short walk to the lake shore which connects to a walkway around some of the bays and if you turn right and walk for 30 minutes it takes you to mini golf, slightly further to the main Taupo shopping and restaurant hub
Such a gorgeous walk. A short drive to De Bretts thermal pools. A great place for the 3 of us.
guillaume T.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Ikwon H.
28 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Local living
Feel nice local village experience
Ikwon H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul R.
27 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
TOP SPOT
VERY COMFORTABLE, CLEAN AND QUITE. CLOSE TO TOWN & GOOD RESTAURANTS.
WILL BE BACK.
Paul R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jamie T.
28 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great value tidy apartment
Great little place for dad or mum with the two kids. Very tidy and all the things you need. If you're going to Taupo with the kids (especially if it rains) I recommend the AC Baths, life saver on a rainy day with a 5 and 7yo in tow. Thanks for a great stay Jeremy. (Hot tip - leave your car out front as Jeremy says - it's not easy getting out.)
Jamie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alicia S.
22 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mini getaway perfection
First of all thank you to Jeremy your a wonderful host and it was a pleasure meeting!
The little place had everything we needed (Mum dad 1 child and 1 small/med dog) comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen and a great shower plus an extra bonus we could take Roxy (our dog) Taupo is very dog friendly! Location was great too. Highly recommend 2 miles sailing club and Ernerst Kemp charter boat (Both dog friendly as well!) We will definitely be back to stay!
Alicia S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Niraj B.
12 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy property with stunning view
Would come back
Niraj B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Preston O.
28 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good house
Clean and nice
Preston O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael B.
16 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Great little getaway with a nice tidy unit and Jeremy was a friendly host. Would happily stay again.
Note driveway access is more suited to walking rather than driving unless you have a very small car. Parking out the front was fine though.
Michael B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nick J.
9 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply pleasure
Everything was good.
Nick J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Corey M.
28 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Jeremy was friendly and helpful since before my wife and I arrived at his home. We emailed back and forth several times before our flights and he was all too happy to answer our questions. When we arrived he welcomed us and showed us to where we were staying. The apartment is well looked after and private. It was exactly as described and always a welcomed resting place to return to at the end of the day. Like myself Jeremy loves meeting new people and learning about them. If you can spare the time in your journey Jeremy is an excellent conversationalist. I entourage you to take the opportunity the learn and share your stories with him, he is a wonderful human being. If you’re looking for the perfect stay while visiting Taupō this is it, your home away from home.
Corey M.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay B.
26 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Taupo experience
An excellent host and location. We do intend going back.
Lindsay B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda W.
22 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
This was a great place to stay, had everything we needed close to the lake and not to far from town. We would definitely stay here again