Step out onto the private north-facing deck and take in the elevated outlook, the perfect spot for your morning coffee or evening glass of wine. The outdoor setting creates a relaxing vibe, whether you’re unwinding after a day exploring or simply enjoying the serenity.
Inside, the open-plan living area is warm and inviting, with a pot-belly stove and heat pump to keep you comfortable through Taupō’s cooler months. Natural light fills the space, while the layout makes it easy to spend quality time together.
The home is well equipped with all the essentials, including Wi-Fi, a TV with Chromecast to access your Netflix and Lightbox accounts, and plenty of cosy seating. It’s designed for comfort, whether you’re enjoying a quiet night in or planning the next day’s adventure.
Sleeping arrangements include a lovely queen master bedroom complete with a travel cot, plus a twin singles room ideal for children or friends. This is the perfect central location for all your sporting & entertainment requirements
Treetop Hideaway is just a two-minute drive or a 15-minute walk to the heart of Taupō, where you’ll find shops, cafés, and restaurants. Walking and biking tracks nearby lead to Spa Park and the Waikato River, while geothermal attractions, hot springs, and the lake’s many activities are all within easy reach. This property has a Chromecast available for you to access your personal Netflix.
Please note that the fireplace pictured is not available for guest use.
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About the area
Taupō
Taupō Central, a neighbourhood in Taupō, is home to this cottage. Lake Taupō and Waikato River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include A.C. Baths and Spa Thermal Park. Taupō Hot Springs and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
A.C. Baths - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Taupō Airport (TUO) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Crafty TROUT Brewing Co. - 15 min walk
Japan Deli - 17 min walk
Victoria's Kitchen - 15 min walk
Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Treetop Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Treetop Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home?
As of 24 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Treetop Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home on 26 Sept, 2026 start from S$456, 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 Treetop Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Treetop Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Treetop Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Treetop Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home located?
Located in Taupō Central, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waikato River and Lake Taupō. Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Gorgeous, warm and cosy hidden away 2 bedroom cabin, everything you need for cooking and doing laundry if you wanted to and very conveniently located to town, only a short drive to cafe and restaurantsfor. Also loved that the place is pet friendly, and we took our little Cavoodle and she loved it there too. View from the deck is gorgeous first thing in the morning . great stay all over.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Bachcare for your getaway. We hope we have the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future.
Kind regards,
Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Thank you for your review, Hannah. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you taking the time to leave your feedback.
If there is anything we could do to make your next stay even better, we'd love to hear your thoughts.
We hope we have the opportunity to welcome you back for another getaway in the future.
Kind regards,
Bachcare Reputation & Resolutions Team
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Ed S.
4 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Very homely cosy place
Very nice place with a fantastic selection of board games and books to keep the whole family happy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2026
Thank you for your review.
We're pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Bachcare for your holiday.
We always welcome guest feedback, so if there is anything we can do to make future stays even better, we'd love to hear from you.
Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back for another getaway in the future.
Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Perfect holiday home, enjoyed every second of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2026
Thank you for staying with Bachcare and for taking the time to leave a review.
We're pleased to hear you had an enjoyable stay. Guest feedback is always appreciated, and we're always looking for ways to improve. We hope you'll choose Bachcare again for a future holiday.
Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Would stay here again. Property manger, Vicky was really helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2023
We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, Jean! We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review, and we hope to see you back again soon! - Simone
As others say “driveway is a bit of a mission” if you have a larger vehicle but once you step inside, the place is very pleasant and has a good blend of quirky charm and simplicity about it which is really comfortable. Definitely well appointed with practical kitchen items to enjoy your stay. Heatpumps and heaters do the trick on cold days/nights (-4degs on the Sunday morning). Deck and view is nice and it catches the sun during the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2026
Thank you for your review, Rick. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the property's unique character, comfortable amenities, and beautiful views. It's great to know the home provided a warm and welcoming retreat during the colder weather.
We also appreciate your feedback regarding the driveway, as this may be helpful for future guests.
If there is anything we could do to make a future stay even better, we'd love to hear your feedback.
We hope we have the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future.
Kind regards,
Reputations and Resolutions Team
Lovely bach which was clean and had everything needed for a short break.
No issues with renting this property
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2026
Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to leave a review.
We're pleased to hear you had an enjoyable stay. Guest feedback is always appreciated, and we're always looking for ways to improve. We hope you'll choose Bachcare again for a future holiday.
Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
We had a great time in Taupo and found the property well located to get around Taupo's attractions. The property was clean, tidy and welcoming. A great place to relax. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan, 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future. Thanks again for choosing to stay with us!
Had a couple of nights here and really enjoyed the relaxing, rustic atmosphere. Fireplace was a lovely addition and kept the place feeling cosy all weekend. Was a bit tricky finding the house in the dark, but as long as you know it's behind the front house, then it's no issue at all. Definitely keen to come stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Bachcare for your holiday.
Guest feedback is always valued, and if there is anything we can do to make future stays even better, we'd love to hear from you.
Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway in the future.
Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Good place to stay, there is a possum there that decided to scare the hell out of me and my dog at 1am, then again the following night when he landed on the roof and jumped down onto the deck. Overall and aside from that, is a great spot to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2026
Thank you for your review.
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and are pleased you chose Bachcare for your stay.
Guest feedback plays an important role in helping us improve the experience we provide, and we always welcome suggestions on how we can make future stays even better.
Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
A good place for our dogs to be with a self enclosed deck. Everything you need in this vintage batch with wooden barrel shaped ceilings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2026
Thank you for your review.
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and are pleased you chose Bachcare for your stay.
Guest feedback plays an important role in helping us improve the experience we provide, and we always welcome suggestions on how we can make future stays even better.
Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Thank you for your review.
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and are pleased you chose Bachcare for your stay.
Guest feedback plays an important role in helping us improve the experience we provide, and we always welcome suggestions on how we can make future stays even better.
Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Beautiful bach and view, you can see the Taupo bungee from the balcony. Its a cozy bach with a fireplace, perfect for a winter weekend break. Only thing to note is driveway is dark, which makes reversing out a bit tricky. In the day it's fine though. Also we found the bed a bit hard...but guess that's a preference thing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2023
We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us! We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review, and we hope to see you back again soon! - Scotty
This property was ideal for myself especially. Being in a wheelchair, I had space to move around without any problem. The fireplace was great, with lots of firewood on hand to warm up the house, as well as other heaters. Loved the internal poles. the unusual lamp shades on the high walls, the various wall pictures and ornaments. Lots of lovely nic nacs, cutlery, crockery, pots etc. Driveway could do with reflective lighting, especially at entrance as vision is limited when reversing. The driveway is narrow so cannot turn around due to foliage on one side and the front unit on the other side. Apart from this problem, we would gladly come back again to this gem of a house. Thanks to Vicky, Property Manager, for taking care of us from arrival to departure. Hope to meet up with you again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review Shirley! Sounds like you all had an amazing time away at Rustic Retreat and we can’t wait to host you again sometime in the near future! - Scotty
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bev M.
28 Mar, 2018
Nice and quiet and great views over the river.
Nice and quiet and great views over the river. Close to town
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2023
Great to hear you enjoyed your stay Bev! We hope to see you again soon! Cheers, Jessie
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Linda S.
28 Feb, 2018
Good location, comfortable, has wifi and nice outdoor seating area and views.
Good location, comfortable, has wifi and nice outdoor seating area and views. Driveway and parking is a bit tricky if you have a larger car.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2023
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Linda! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and the property's location. Hope to see you back again soon! - Phoebe
Archival
4/10 Poor
Mia C.
20 Sept, 2017
Location was distant from town with some challenging locals
Location was distant from town with some challenging locals
Archival
10/10 Excellent
11 Aug, 2017
This property ticked all the boxes.
This property ticked all the boxes. Good location and the deck is fabulous. Great for a couples weekend or for a family.
Archival
8/10 Good
15 Jul, 2017
driveway is too narrow and exterior facade looks jaded.
driveway is too narrow and exterior facade looks jaded. the entrance to the driveway is also narrow and hard to locate from main road.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
11 Jul, 2017
We really enjoyed staying here.
We really enjoyed staying here. The weather was freezing and all the roads were closed!!! But we were snug and warm and comfortable. The log burner is lovely...and there was a big pile of firewood. I would recommend this place as it is so close to the river and to Taupo.
Archival
6/10 Okay
4 Jul, 2017
Took a while to heat the Bach up, otherwise excellent to stay in.
Took a while to heat the Bach up, otherwise excellent to stay in.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
15 May, 2017
Property perfect for us with our dogs.
Property perfect for us with our dogs...fantastically cosy with a woodburner! Please don't change that ! Very convenient for town...beds very comfy...and I'm very fussy with that. Loved it and can't wait to go back! Quiet relaxing break...wonderful!