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10/10 Excellent
Shane M.
Oct 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shane M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Entire home
Bellbird Cottage - private large section, with lake and mountain views. Perfect escape to relax
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61151.7 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Taupo, Waikato
- Place, Taupō Hot Springs13 min walk
- Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens1 min drive
- Place, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station2 min drive
- Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)7 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Twin Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Bellbird Cottage - private large section, with lake and mountain views. Perfect escape to relax
- Heat pump and heaters in each room
- Large section for family to use
- Private and quiet
Hilltop is a sought after location in Taupo, elevated with lake and mountain views. 10 min walk to the lakefront and Lion`s walk, 5 min to dairy and restaurants.
Kitchen/dining area has bi-fold windows opening up the outdoors during summer. It boasts a modern kitchen with dishwasher, oven, microwave and fridge/freezer.
The comfortable lounge with TV, DVD, SKY TV has good heating.
The space
Great lockwood bach. Perfect for an escape to Taupo where you can relax and unplug!
As your host I`m available via email or phone. As a Taupo local I`m happy to meet and suggest place to explore and enjoy.
Please note that the conservatory/sun room with the single beds has only singled glazed glass. Curtains and 2 x heaters have been added to room for the cooler winter months.
PETS - strictly no pets allowed.
Please note that the conservatory/sun room with the single beds has only singled glazed glass. Curtains and 2 x heaters have been added to room for the cooler winter months.
- Large section for family to use
- Private and quiet
Hilltop is a sought after location in Taupo, elevated with lake and mountain views. 10 min walk to the lakefront and Lion`s walk, 5 min to dairy and restaurants.
Kitchen/dining area has bi-fold windows opening up the outdoors during summer. It boasts a modern kitchen with dishwasher, oven, microwave and fridge/freezer.
The comfortable lounge with TV, DVD, SKY TV has good heating.
The space
Great lockwood bach. Perfect for an escape to Taupo where you can relax and unplug!
As your host I`m available via email or phone. As a Taupo local I`m happy to meet and suggest place to explore and enjoy.
Please note that the conservatory/sun room with the single beds has only singled glazed glass. Curtains and 2 x heaters have been added to room for the cooler winter months.
PETS - strictly no pets allowed.
Please note that the conservatory/sun room with the single beds has only singled glazed glass. Curtains and 2 x heaters have been added to room for the cooler winter months.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
About the neighborhood
Taupō
Hilltop, a neighborhood in Taupō, is home to this vacation home. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Taupō Hot Springs and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park are also worth visiting.
Taupo, Waikato
What's nearby
- Taupō Hot Springs - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
- Maori Carvings - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
- Three Mile Bay - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Dixie Brown's Cafe - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Cafe Baku - 5 min drive
- Industrie French Kitchen - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hamish C.
Feb 20, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hamish C.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
About the host
Hosted by amanda
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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