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Kinder Cottage

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A dining table with a bottle of wine, glasses, a vase with flowers, and a plate with grapes and cheese.
A modern building with large windows, a glass door, and a seating area with chairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a large window.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted artwork.
A grey sofa with a board game, a remote control, and a plant on a wooden table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Taupo, Waikato
  • Place, beach near Te Kopua Point
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Acacia Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Kinder Cottage

Superbly located in Acacia Bay, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage has everything you need for your family holiday, work trip or a catch up with friends.



Enjoy your morning cup of tea or coffee in the conservatory with views of Mt Tauhara and the Great Lake Taupo in the distance. The fully fenced private back yard is a perfect outdoor play area for children and also doubles as the entertainers delight with Webber BBQ, firepit and outdoor furniture.



Be kept warm and cozy in the winter months and comfortably cool in the summer with a heat pump/ air conditioning unit in the main living area and electric panel heaters and fans in both bedrooms.



There is plenty to keep everyone entertained with Sky TV provided and if you'd like to stretch the legs and get some fresh air - Besley park is just 10-minute walk away where you'll find a pirate themed playground, tennis courts, community hall and recreation reserve.



Bring your own sports equipment or make the most of the tennis racquets provided. Acacia Bay's ever popular swimming spot is only a 3-minute (1.5km) drive away, or bring the boat and launch it at Acacia Bay South Boat ramp, only a 4-minute drive away.



The Kinder Cottage is a handy location to the Acacia Bay shopping centre where you'll find a convenience store, garden centre and the Bay Bar and Brasserie which only a 2-minute walk away. Taupo's town centre is 6-minute drive where you will be close to all of the best restaurants, cafe's, shops and attractions that Taupo has to offer.



Kinder Cottage is a popular property for groups of up to 4 guests.



Room Configuration:



Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen Bed



Bedroom 2: 2 x Single Beds



1 x Portacot.



House Rules and Information:



Parking: 2 x off street parking + on street parking. Sorry the garage is not for guest use.



Security Cameras: There are security cameras set up at the exterior of the property for security purposes. There are no cameras inside, or pointing at the outdoor sitting area.



Linen included – we are a holiday home management company who use professionally laundered linen & towels.



Cleaning – exit clean included in nightly rate.



No parties, events or loud groups. Neighbours are very close and are to be respected at all times.



This is a smoke/vape and pet free property



Please note: A 2.9% surcharge is charged on all credit/debit card transactions.



Minimum age to book: 25 years





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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9872097
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

About the area

Taupō

Acacia Bay, a neighbourhood in Taupō, is home to this holiday home. Lake Taupō and Waikato River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Hot Springs are also worth visiting.
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Taupo, Waikato

What's nearby

  • beach near Te Kopua Point - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • beach near Acacia Bay - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lake Taupō - 10 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 13 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 17 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Waterside - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lone Star Taupo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kinder Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kinder Cottage?

As of 7 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kinder Cottage on 18 Oct, 2026 start from S$453, 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.

How much is parking at Kinder Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kinder Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kinder Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kinder Cottage located?

Located in Acacia Bay, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Lake Taupō and within 6 miles (10 km) of Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Waikato River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Views

Great location and amazing views, thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct, 2026
Thank you for your lovely review, Chris! We’re so glad you had such an enjoyable stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, convenient location. The view is over stated, but a pleasant outlook nevertheless.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct, 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback, Lynne! We’re glad you had a comfortable stay and appreciate your comments. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes nice nd clean was comfortable with everything. .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct, 2026
Thank you for your kind review, Reena! We’re so glad you had a comfortable and enjoyable stay. We’d love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The location was just perfect, 5 minute walk to the lake. Gorgeous view of the lake through the windows, layout of the house was perfect, my partner and I were even talking about how we would even live there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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