Relax and enjoy this sunny and cosy home throughout all the seasons. Enjoy the extensive deck, lovely garden and entertaining area including BBQ and Pizza Oven in summer and the heat pump and log-fire in winter.
Centrally located in popular Richmond Heights, a 2-minute walk to the local store and children's playground, 10-minute walk to the lake and sailing centre and only a 10-minute drive to the centre of town and hot pools.
This single-story Lockwood home flows from the kitchen to open dining room and spacious lounge. Complete with 3 double bedrooms, bath, shower, separate toilet and washhouse. It has everything for a break away. Lockwood homes are fully wooden and do creak during temperature changes. This is the character of a Lockwood home.
The home has Three bedrooms offering various bedding configurations and one bathroom. • Bedroom 1: 1 Queen Bed • Bedroom 2: 1 Queen Bed • Bedroom 3: 1 Double Bed
Unlimited WIFI, SKY, DVD and Chromecast for Netflix etc. ensure you can stay in touch with the outside world if necessary.
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 4 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
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Frequently asked questions
Is Kensington - Includes linen and WiFi pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Kensington - Includes linen and WiFi?
As of 7 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kensington - Includes linen and WiFi on 11 Jun, 2026 start from S$128, 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 Kensington - Includes linen and WiFi?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Kensington - Includes linen and WiFi?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kensington - Includes linen and WiFi?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kensington - Includes linen and WiFi located?
Located in Richmond Heights, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Taupō, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Three Mile Bay. Taupō Hot Springs and Four Mile Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely lakeside bach, warm and well equipped. Great for our stay doing the Taupo Marathon. Close enough to the town centre to be easy without getting caught up in Marathon traffic.
House is older Lockwood - a little creaky and noisy,
Nicely fitted out with fire but reasonably basic. Nice deck and good outdoor areas - with pizza oven.
Tidy and good coordination with property manager.
Lovely home. Extremely well equipped with everything we needed.
Just one critique, it would be nice to have some room in the freezer to pop a couple of things.
Thanks for the great stay.
Well appointed house, well set up, lovely setting.
(private note for property managers: lots of dead insects under curtains on carpet; dripping tap in laundry that suggests there needs to be a new washer (we didn't use washing machine); the fact there were no arrangements for recycling (bottles, cans, plastic, paper) was very surprising
Wendy N.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. Rubbish instructions are in the welcome book at the property. We will look into the other things as mentioned.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Louise J.
4 Oct, 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Disappointing
The guest book read like a list of things not to do, rather than a welcome to the property, hence we did not use anything that 'wasn't ours' in the kitchen! Crockery had dried on food, assume it had been throught the disherwasher and not checked, sauce pans not fully clean, place mats not wiped down. No bins/boxes for recycling, no yellow bag under sink for rubbish as stated, hence we had to dispose of our own recycling. Pile of dirty laundry on floor in wardrobe. Bath towels were very old and shabby, not what we would expect to find in a holiday home.
All in all very disappointing for the money we paid.
Had quite a lovely time at the house. Everything was above average. However as mentioned in the listing there is quite a significant amount of creaking. Not only when walking around the house but at night spontaneous creaking happens. If you have kids with you just be mindful of this. They might get a little frightened. Other than that my family and I enjoyed our stay