Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vicki N.
29 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location great accommodation
Vicki N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Entire home
Haven on Harvey - Lake Taupo
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Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Garage parking available
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Balcony
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Haven on Harvey - Lake Taupo
Same house, same owners, new management
Enjoy a morning coffee on an elevated deck next to a native reserve with breath-taking mountain and lake views on one of the best streets in Taupo. Listen to tui’s sing whilst drinking a glass of wine, or in winter, enjoy the view from the comfort of the couches indoors at Haven on Harvey.
The spacious, open planned kitchen, dining and lounge area leads out on to a beautiful large and private deck equipped with relaxing outdoor furniture and a BBQ you can fire up at the end of the day to feed the family a true holiday meal. Spread across two levels, find all of the home comforts and more including air conditioning/heat pumps, underfloor heating and a 42” curved Smart TV so you can access all of your apps, Netflix and YouTube – using the complimentary Wi-Fi. If you bring your own decoder, you can also watch Sky TV.
We provide luxurious linen and towels and all of our queen size beds are new which sets the standard for our guests to have a great stay in our home. Three bedrooms (all with underfloor heating for the colder months) and one bathroom are on the same level as the living area. Downstairs you’ll find the fourth bedroom with heat pump, TV, separate shower and toilet plus a full laundry with washing machine and dryer. There is also internal access and plenty of off-street parking.
With all that Taupo has to offer, from lake activities, a mere five minute downhill walk away, to great cafes and shops in the town centre and local attractions that include the world renowned Huka Falls, geothermal wonders and hiking and biking trails, Haven on Harvey gives you a base you can return to and call home.
Enjoy a morning coffee on an elevated deck next to a native reserve with breath-taking mountain and lake views on one of the best streets in Taupo. Listen to tui’s sing whilst drinking a glass of wine, or in winter, enjoy the view from the comfort of the couches indoors at Haven on Harvey.
The spacious, open planned kitchen, dining and lounge area leads out on to a beautiful large and private deck equipped with relaxing outdoor furniture and a BBQ you can fire up at the end of the day to feed the family a true holiday meal. Spread across two levels, find all of the home comforts and more including air conditioning/heat pumps, underfloor heating and a 42” curved Smart TV so you can access all of your apps, Netflix and YouTube – using the complimentary Wi-Fi. If you bring your own decoder, you can also watch Sky TV.
We provide luxurious linen and towels and all of our queen size beds are new which sets the standard for our guests to have a great stay in our home. Three bedrooms (all with underfloor heating for the colder months) and one bathroom are on the same level as the living area. Downstairs you’ll find the fourth bedroom with heat pump, TV, separate shower and toilet plus a full laundry with washing machine and dryer. There is also internal access and plenty of off-street parking.
With all that Taupo has to offer, from lake activities, a mere five minute downhill walk away, to great cafes and shops in the town centre and local attractions that include the world renowned Huka Falls, geothermal wonders and hiking and biking trails, Haven on Harvey gives you a base you can return to and call home.
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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
Property # 9289583
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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
Taupō
Waipahihi, a neighbourhood in Taupō, is home to this holiday home. Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Hot Springs. The Landing Lake Taupō and A.C. Baths are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Taupo
What's nearby
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Taupō Hot Springs - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
- beach near Taupō Central - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
- Taupō Airport (TUO) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Dixie Brown's Cafe - 6 min drive
- Cafe Baku - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- The Coffee Club Taupo - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Haven on Harvey - Lake Taupo pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Haven on Harvey - Lake Taupo?
As of 4 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haven on Harvey - Lake Taupo on 1 Dec, 2026 start from S$423, 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 Haven on Harvey - Lake Taupo?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Haven on Harvey - Lake Taupo?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Haven on Harvey - Lake Taupo?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Haven on Harvey - Lake Taupo located?
Located in Waipahihi, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupō. Taupō Hot Springs and Three Mile Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan, 2024
Thank you Vicki, we’re glad you enjoyed our house and we would welcome you back any time, you were a pleasure to deal with.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
10 Sept, 2018
We love staying here and hope we can in future now the...
We love staying here and hope we can in future now the house has been sold.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks for leaving us a lovely review. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us - Scotty
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Angie H.
11 Dec, 2016
This property was beautifully maintained and presented!
This property was beautifully maintained and presented! We were close to all the fun and everywhere we needed to be!
Angie H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
dylan m.
17 Nov, 2015
A great house, The living area is spacious and open plan
A great house, The living area is spacious and open plan.
dylan m.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Carol B.
16 May, 2018
Good location
Good location. Clean and tidy house. Found the key easily (albeit arriving in the dark due to traffic)
Carol B.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks for leaving us a lovely review. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us - Scotty
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa D.
20 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday with overseas telatives
We had a great holiday enjoying what Taupo has to offer and returning to a very clean, comfortable, well appointed house. Thank you
Lisa D.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
4 Sept, 2017
Lovely house in peaceful street yet close to what you need in...
Lovely house in peaceful street yet close to what you need in town. Everything is clean and it's well equipped and warm. We will definitely be back again. Thank you.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Phil M.
28 Mar, 2018
Clean and comfortable
Clean and comfortable. Exactly as described.
Phil M.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks for leaving us a lovely review. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us - Scotty
Archival
10/10 Excellent
4 Sept, 2016
A lovely house on a quiet street
A lovely house on a quiet street. 5 mins drive to central Taupo and glorious lake views. We were very impressed by how spotless it was and also how warm it was too. Would highly recommend and we will certainly chose this home again in future. Thank you!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bec N.
30 Oct, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Beautiful property. Very clean and tidy. Loved staying. We will definitely be back soon. Thank you again. :)
Bec N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks for leaving us such a lovely review, Bec! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you back again soon! - Becky
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stuart J.
1 Sept, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal place to stay in Taupo
Very convenient location, lake view, close to town centre and many Taupo attractions. Warm, comfortable modern house, with everything needed for an enjoyable holiday. Lots of room, too: 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms.
This was our third time in this house: that says something about its suitability.
Stuart J.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review Stuart! Sounds like you all had an amazing time away at
Haven on Harvey and we can’t wait to host you again sometime in the near future! - Simone
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen T.
9 Feb, 2019
Location great on a quiet street with nice lake views
Location great on a quiet street with nice lake views. House lovely well equipped and very tidy great space for eight people
Karen T.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review Karen! Sounds like you all had an amazing time away at Haven on Harvey and we can’t wait to host you again sometime in the near future! - Scotty
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kate C.
14 Oct, 2018
Amazing place
Amazing place . Such a great place to stay.
Kate C.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks for leaving us a lovely review. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us - Scotty
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ata M.
20 Aug, 2018
Loved our stay would definitely be back
Loved our stay would definitely be back
Ata M.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
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
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
15 Jun, 2018
Great place to stay, very well presented
Great place to stay, very well presented. Would return again.??
Paul M.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
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
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Igor G.
6 Jun, 2018
We absolutely loved it! A beautiful place to stay
We absolutely loved it! A beautiful place to stay. We found the house very clean and tidy and contained all the amenities that you would possibly need in the time that we were there.
Igor G.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks for leaving us a lovely review. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us - Scotty
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Margaret C.
21 May, 2018
Super location, warm and well stocked and prepared
Super location, warm and well stocked and prepared.
Margaret C.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks for leaving us a lovely review. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us - Scotty
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
harriet j.
21 Apr, 2018
Beautifully presented property with fantastic views of the lake
Beautifully presented property with fantastic views of the lake. Everything you could need is provided. Warm & cosy! Will be recommending to our friends!
harriet j.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks for leaving us a lovely review. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us - Scotty
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
4 Apr, 2018
Great property
Great property. Really modern and clean. The balcony overlooking the lake is pure relaxation. Great location and easy to find.
Amy H.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review Amy! Sounds like you all had an amazing time away at Haven on Harvey and we can’t wait to host you again sometime in the near future! - Scotty
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kate M.
22 Mar, 2018
Amazing view
Amazing view. The property has a gorgeous homely feel and was very clean. Just as described but better!
Kate M.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks for leaving us a lovely review. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us - Scotty
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Pat K.
20 Mar, 2018
perfect, peaceful location and the house has all the amenities required for...
perfect, peaceful location and the house has all the amenities required for a great stay
Pat K.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
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
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brett T.
15 Mar, 2018
Great location and great house
Great location and great house. Very nicely appointed and lots of room. Awesome view and close to pools, trout fishing and short drive to restaurants. Excellent place to stay for a family or couple.of couples..
Brett T.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks for your review, Brett! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and hope to see you back again soon! - Scotty
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Morag M.
26 Feb, 2018
Amazing location
Amazing location..what a view,Property furnished to a very high standard,everything you could possibly need.Thankyou for allowing us to use your property
Morag M.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
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
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bren R.
18 Feb, 2018
Good location, great views, meticulous attention to presentation and details
Good location, great views, meticulous attention to presentation and details. We’ll be back. Highly recommended.
Bren R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie B.
4 Feb, 2018
Thank you Sylvia for the perfect stay at your lovely home
Thank you Sylvia for the perfect stay at your lovely home. Ideal place to stay with a big boat. We would love to come and stay next time we come to Taup?. Kindest regards Julie.
Julie B.
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