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The Umpires Retreat - Quiet home in Acacia Bay
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9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8914.9 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Umpires Retreat - Quiet home in Acacia Bay
This spacious home is conveniently located in a quiet cul de sac just a short walk to the Lake, local shops and restaurant. The Umpires Retreat provides a perfect base to explore the region with Taupo town just 5km journey.
The lounge, kitchen and dining area are an open plan with a log fire for cosy winter stays. The lounge opens out via French doors onto a large covered courtyard with outdoor furniture and BBQ, perfect for those summer days and nights when you just want to kick back and relax.
The home has Three bedrooms offering various bedding configurations and two bathrooms.
• Bedroom 1 : 1 King Bed
• Bedroom 2 : 1 King Bed
• Bedroom 3 : 2 Single Bunk Sets
There is a well-fenced lawn at the rear, enough room for the kids to play safely. The garage is available to store the bikes but not vehicles, you can park a boat or vehicle on the drive in front of the garage.
WiFi is available. It is not unlimited and is capped at 2GB per day. Please be considerate of your use and do not stream or download.
This is a modern Kiwi Bach as we know and love, it is a simple and affordable shared home with no frills, made for families to enjoy and make lasting memories of Great Lake Taupō. For this reason, there may be a level of personal belongings.
This is a family home in a quiet residential area, not suitable for large groups of adults. An additional guest surcharge applies for more than 6 people.
When making a booking request please include information on the age range of the guests intending to stay and your plans for while you are in Taupō.
We have a strict no large group or parties policy, disruption to the neighbours will not be tolerated. If we are notified of parties or illegal activity you will be evicted.
You will be required to complete a check in form prior to arrival (excluding identity verified, Airbnb accounts) which will include a copy of your ID and the details of all guests intending to stay at the property. Failure to complete this form will result in the booking being cancelled.
The guest named on the booking is responsible for the property for the duration of the stay and must take all reasonable care of the house. For breakages or damages be aware that you will be charged for the repair or replacement plus a 10% handling fee. It's your responsibility to familiarise yourself with potential hazards or situations during the stay and take appropriate care or actions if needed.
All properties must be left reasonably clean and tidy, ensuring all furniture and appliances are returned to where they were. A general service clean is included, but if the property requires extra cleaning, you could be charged an additional $50.00 per hour, this includes BBQ’s, excess rubbish, soiled linen and odour removal.
All bookings are accepted on the basis that you have read, understand, and agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions and House Rules.
The lounge, kitchen and dining area are an open plan with a log fire for cosy winter stays. The lounge opens out via French doors onto a large covered courtyard with outdoor furniture and BBQ, perfect for those summer days and nights when you just want to kick back and relax.
The home has Three bedrooms offering various bedding configurations and two bathrooms.
• Bedroom 1 : 1 King Bed
• Bedroom 2 : 1 King Bed
• Bedroom 3 : 2 Single Bunk Sets
There is a well-fenced lawn at the rear, enough room for the kids to play safely. The garage is available to store the bikes but not vehicles, you can park a boat or vehicle on the drive in front of the garage.
WiFi is available. It is not unlimited and is capped at 2GB per day. Please be considerate of your use and do not stream or download.
This is a modern Kiwi Bach as we know and love, it is a simple and affordable shared home with no frills, made for families to enjoy and make lasting memories of Great Lake Taupō. For this reason, there may be a level of personal belongings.
This is a family home in a quiet residential area, not suitable for large groups of adults. An additional guest surcharge applies for more than 6 people.
When making a booking request please include information on the age range of the guests intending to stay and your plans for while you are in Taupō.
We have a strict no large group or parties policy, disruption to the neighbours will not be tolerated. If we are notified of parties or illegal activity you will be evicted.
You will be required to complete a check in form prior to arrival (excluding identity verified, Airbnb accounts) which will include a copy of your ID and the details of all guests intending to stay at the property. Failure to complete this form will result in the booking being cancelled.
The guest named on the booking is responsible for the property for the duration of the stay and must take all reasonable care of the house. For breakages or damages be aware that you will be charged for the repair or replacement plus a 10% handling fee. It's your responsibility to familiarise yourself with potential hazards or situations during the stay and take appropriate care or actions if needed.
All properties must be left reasonably clean and tidy, ensuring all furniture and appliances are returned to where they were. A general service clean is included, but if the property requires extra cleaning, you could be charged an additional $50.00 per hour, this includes BBQ’s, excess rubbish, soiled linen and odour removal.
All bookings are accepted on the basis that you have read, understand, and agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions and House Rules.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
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
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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. Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Golf Club Taupō are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Taupō and Waikato River. Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths are also worth visiting.

Taupo, Waikato
What's nearby
- Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
- Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
- Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
- Spa Thermal Park - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
- A.C. Baths - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Dixie Brown's Cafe - 8 min drive
- Cafe Baku - 7 min drive
- Replete Food Company - 7 min drive
- Waterside - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
1 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Francie C.
18 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Francie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Ann O.
13 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Lovely Comfortable House
Ann O.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
RICKY E.
19 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acacia bay
RICKY E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ana W.
3 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family
Ana W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Vaughan C.
9 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf trip
Vaughan C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark C.
6 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely warm house.
Mark C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chrystal R.
25 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chrystal R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris S.
7 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Chris S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nathan R.
8 Nov, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Nathan R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris D.
13 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taupo weekend
Chris D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
vicky J.
7 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome weekend away
vicky J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Tusi L.
24 Apr, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place to stay with family, No Dryer as advertised on listing so had to go find dryer
Tusi L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian G.
8 Feb, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice😃
Brian G.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan M.
19 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake stay
Ryan M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
tara k.
28 Apr, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Explore different parts of Taupo
tara k.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angela B.
5 Apr, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Umpires Retreat
Angela B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Tai P.
20 Jan, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you
Tai P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 Oct, 2020
Lovely house with great views of the lake.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicky D.
10 Sept, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acacia Bay
Nicky D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brendan D.
16 Jun, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and comfortable
Brendan D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nicky D.
29 Jan, 2019
This is the 3rd time we have stayed here
Nicky D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nicky D.
20 Feb, 2018
Great place 2nd time we have stayed there.
Nicky D.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Angela R.
7 Jan, 2018
Nice property but there was too much of the owners’ personal belongings in Bach, only pantry cupboar
Angela R.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kelley W.
5 Oct, 2017
Great place to stay in Acacia Bay!
Kelley W.
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