1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Bed
Master bedroom (King)
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake
Finalist Golden Piwas 2014 - Best Pet Friendly Bach - Abundant native bird life
Relaxing, rural retreat set in one acre of gardens, with resident tui, kereru and bellbird. Beautifully presented two bedroom cottage with glimpses of Lake Taupo through the trees. Perfect for couples, small families and pets (by arrangement). Covered, secure deck area for pets during the day, and 1 acre of grounds to explore.
Just minutes from Tokanuu thermal pools, Pukawa beach and Kauratau boat ramp. Swimming areas, fishing spots, hiking, kayaking, horse riding and hunting trails are all close by. 10 minutes to Lake House restaurant at Waihi Village, 2 minutes to Oreti Restaurant, 12 minutes to Turangi, 40 mins to Whakapapa skifield.
Cosy log fire, fully equipped kitchen (incl. dishwasher), dining areas outside and inside, family games, toys, DVD, TV, stereo. Shower, bath. Expansive decks for sun and views of surrounding countryside.
King bed, and single over double bunk beds. Day bed in lounge. Sleepout with queen bed. Extra squabs and portacot for kids. Electric blankets, pillows, blankets provided. Linen (sheets, towels) and cleaning service available on request (extra charge).
The grounds provide plenty of space for parking and for play. The garden is planted with fruit, native and exotic trees for shade and autumn colour, two ponds and plantings attracting bird life - native bush nearby is home to tui, bellbird and wood pigeon that can be seen at close range in the trees from the elevated cottage.
A truly magical place and base for adventure for you next stay at the lake or visit to the mountains. Special conditions:
- High season rates (no discounts) applies to all public holidays, plus minimum stay period (4 nights) over Christmas, New Year and Easter. - Smoking allowed outside only. - Pets by arrangement.
Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$80.00 per stay/week); Linen (Optional, NZ$25.00 per person);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: No parties or events.
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
Kuratau
Located in Kuratau, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. While the natural beauty of Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupō can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to River Vineyard. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 10 min drive - 14.6 km
Tongariro National Park - 10 min drive - 16.1 km
Tongariro National Trout Centre - 11 min drive - 17.9 km
Getting around
Taupō Airport (TUO) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Rust - 10 min drive
Delta Coffee - 10 min drive
Turangi Tavern - 10 min drive
Thyme For Food - 10 min drive
The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake on 18 Apr 2026 start from £63, 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 Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake located?
This family-friendly Kuratau holiday home is located in a rural location, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Taupō, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Kuratau Jetty. Tongariro National Park and Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Great spot, love waking up to the native birds outside the window. Great for our dog being fully fenced. Fireplace was excellent. We had a lovely stay.
We enjoyed our stay here. It had everything we needed. It was very comfortable amd clean. Such a relaxing and peaceful location. Great boat parking. Would love to stay again.
A wondeful long weekend stay.
The property was in a quiet secluded area complete with all the amenities to ensure a relaxing time.
I highly recommend this place for familys with children, couples or anyone who just wants to get away from "it all".
AMAZING place for the money, so clean and quiet, literally a haven for my old dog who was at home, "like us" the second we drove through the gate. We would love to return, if possible probably in the next few weeks, it was that good.
We had a lovely stay. The property seems well fenced so our dog had a blast exploring to find pine cones and tennis balls while we read books on the deck in the sun. We also enjoyed the short drive to the lake for a swim. Would recommend and hope to come back!
Cosy kiwi bach in a lovely setting. Handy to Taupo and Turangi and close to Pukawa bay with a nice bush walk. Well stocked, good cleanliness. Would recommend.
Second visit in a month and will definitely return. Instantly at home and glad 2 b back, "even the dog was howling to get out at the gate" i love it here, private but near to amenities, flat land 4 an old dog to roam, fruit trees and shrubs with birds chatter all around, a log fire keeping u warm. Its Heaven
Private, quiet and relaxing. The weather was awful but the fire, books and board games made the stay lovely. The only disappointment was the empty hand wash, detergent, tea etc and coffee beans for the coffee maker which I had asked about and was told was supplied.
We had a great time with our 2 greyhounds. The property was fully fenced so secure for our sighthounds. The house is definitely cosy with a lovely Kent type fire and an abundance of wood. The house was tested weather wise as we had the most foul weather front with gusting 90km winds. The house stood up to it as did the surrounding trees. Definitely a good property to relax at or yo use as a base for water-based activities or to head to the snow. Definitely worth another visit……maybe in the summer :)
We had a lovely stay at this Bach, the fire place made it super warm and cozy. Handy location for going to whakapapa and the thermal pools we just wish we were staying longer, next time we will be😉😄
A clean, quietly located property on the south western side of Lake Taupo a couple of minutes drive from Pukawa where we did a great lakeside walk with our dog who loved jumping into the lake. The bach has a great kent fire and wetback so hot showers after walking in bush in the rain was much appreciated. We enjoyed our stay here exploring the southern and western areas of the lake.
Great weekend away to kick-start the winter in Taupo
The house is well maintained inside. The yard and house is suitable for dogs and they enjoyed every moment at the place.
Would recommend for any foamily who wants a peaceful get away from the everything.
Nice relaxing setting and a beautiful home. Would recommend to others.
Trish S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
About the host
Hosted by Paul
What makes this property unique
Peaceful rural retreat perfect for you and your family (including your pets). Just 2 minutes drive to beaches, fishing and swimming in Lake Taupo,10 minutes to Tokanuu hot pools, and 30-40 min to Whakapapa ski field. Relax on the deck in summer, explore the grounds or cosy up to the wood fire in the winter.