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Spacious home, great lake and mountain views, with own rustic thermal hot tub

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Front of house
Sunset view
Front/side of house
Outdoor seating
Lake View

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Hilltop, Taupo
    Taupo Hot Springs
    18 min walk
    Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    2 min drive
    Lake Taupo
    3 min drive
    Taupo (TUO)
    7 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Master Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Spacious home, great lake and mountain views, with own rustic thermal hot tub

The best thing about our home is its location in the popular Hilltop area with spectacular lake and mountain views from the elelvated level. Perfect for either a large family, or family groups. It is comfortable and practically laid out, offering a large open plan living area. The kitchen, dining room and lounge are in one big room with a log fire to keep you cosy during the winter months.
Downstairs, there is a heat pump for warmth and all beds have electric blankets. Big garage for parking and bike storage. Parking for boats available too, entry through double gates at front of section. Access to lake is a five minute walk down a pathway through a cul-de-sac around the corner.

Short walking distance to the Hilltop shopping centre boasting the famous "Mole and Chicken" restaurant/bar, and the renowned fish and chips eatery "The Grasshopper". Park close by for the children and De Bretts is a 3 minute drive.

The fully fenced section is safe for children and toddlers, allowing them to utilise lawn area for games, playing and also jumping on the trampoline. Multiple areas available to sit and enjoy the sun while relaxing on holiday. Use also as an event base. We have our own rustic thermal hot tub to relax in at the end of the day. This is popular with all ages.

Internet, Porta cot, high chair and some baby linen available. Bring your own bedding and towels. Linen can be provided if requested for a small fee. This home is in a lovely quiet area, please be respectful of our neighbours at all times. Strictly no parties.

Special conditions:
This is a quiet neighbourhood - absolutely NO PARTIES.
Please be respectful of our neighbours at all times. Families preferred, a maximum of 6 adults, the rest can be made up by children.
Be honest about how many guests are staying. Please leave property tidy.
When making a booking, please include information on your group, childrens' age ranges and plans while you are in Taupo and what brings you to Taupo.
Linen can be provided at an extra cost, please bring your own towels.
Thank you.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$100.00 per stay; Linen - extra fee. Please enquire.

Property manager

G_Yeoman

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Taupo

Located on a lake, this vacation home is in Hilltop, a neighborhood in Taupo. Taupo Hot Springs and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park. A.C. Baths and The Landing Lake Taupo are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Map
Hilltop, Taupo

What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 18 min walk
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive
  • Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive
  • A.C. Baths - 5 min drive
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬3 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
fantastic place to visit. Great for the 2 families to meet! Plenty of room the cat the “befriended us” even had space!!! The hot tub and bunk beds were a HUGE hit with the kids!!!!! So warm, relaxing and the views were outstanding! The men were happy to have have sky to watch the rugby and be far away enough from the sleeping kids they could use whatever language they wanted. I would happily and confidently recommend here and we will definitely be back, maybe over summer to enjoy the views and back gardens. Thank you!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at this large kiwi holiday home
Absolutely ideal for our group, we loved the location, layout, views, and the geothermal spa too. Great communication from our host too. Many thanks for a great stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb family house
Lovely mountain and lake view. Very roomy. Cosy log fire. Clean and welcoming. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elouise O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Lovely weekend away supporting the Ironman contestants
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika s.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Awesome property that catered well for our group. Great location. My son's 25th birthday away was a special one. Thanks to the host
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C., Wellington, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house
We all loved staying here - there was so much space for us all and a good view of the lake. The bbq on the back deck was well utilised too. We all agreed we would definitely stay here again when visiting Taupo. The spa is filled with hot water from under the ground - takes a few hours then you add cold water to bring the temperature down - we all enjoyed the novelty of that.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Peter L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
Good location and set up for combined family. Good communication from owner. Place was not clean though, as there was rubbish in rooms under and next to beds, and needed to vaccum two rooms to start
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tom
There for Ironman, perfect location and set up
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nerys B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Had a great time at this Bach! The location is great, fabulous house with ample room for two families. Lake views and lots of space. We enjoyed the hot pool too. The place was very keen and I really appreciated the fantastic communication from the owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen A., Hamilton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent family birthday weekend
Lovely family home. Plenty of space for everyone. Beautiful outlook even with not so nice weather. Everything you need and more. Am
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy O., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another awesome stay
This is the second time we've stayed at the Hilltop property. It is well presented and has heaps of space. The view from the front deck is superb, especially the sunsets. Always speedy communication and we will definitely be back again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Place
Was perfect for our stay of 2 Families, spacious and nice big lockable Garage
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter getaway
Lovely place, good walk into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

P R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a spot!!
There were 7 of us and we loved our stay. Heaps of space, comfy beds and the thermal outdoor bath was was used too! Everything you need and a view of mountains and lake too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

graham g., Torbay, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taupo and surrounds
Lovely quiet house, spa was just the thing to rest in after a hectic day trying to keep up with the grandkids.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Krissy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Kiwi House
Thanks for the great stay, very spacious, great for big groups
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, large stay
Property was fantastic. Heaps of room and had everything you need. View is stunning and location is great. Hosts made things very easy. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Crystal P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Nice big house, garage was perfect for our cars to be secured in.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Taupo trip
As always such an awesome place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and views
Lovely roomy house, neat thermal pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim S., New Plymouth

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
More than we expected
This house was really lovely and we were stoked to be staying there. It was spacious and tastfully decorated. the double glazing meant it was nice and quite. Multi bathrooms and toilets suited our group too. Stunning sunset from the deck was a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun place
Was fun
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Fiona W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Car Racers stay
We were racing at the Taupo Motorsport park and found this property to be handy to the track, town with plenty of inside space and parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Brigitta W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable
Great location and size and warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely comfy spacious home away from home!
We were a family meeting up from all over the North Island, and we’re absolutely delighted with this home. The beds are very comfortable, the facilities go beyond necessity and the spacious living area leading out to an amazing view of the Lake and snow capped mountains just topped it off!! Perfect, Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by G_Yeoman

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What makes this property unique

Spacious comfortable family home, easily accommodates large family or groups.