Title: Cosy and secluded holiday home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=31095480&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cosy and secluded holiday home Holiday home in Hatepe with patio and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Cosy and secluded holiday home ![Outdoor dining - Cosy and secluded holiday home (Hatepe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31100000/31095500/31095480/81b718c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Cosy and secluded holiday home (Hatepe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31100000/31095500/31095480/9f175a9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Cosy and secluded holiday home (Hatepe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31100000/31095500/31095480/a829447a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books, stereo - Cosy and secluded holiday home (Hatepe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31100000/31095500/31095480/d9db45fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster - Cosy and secluded holiday home (Hatepe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31100000/31095500/31095480/e4f42f68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a secluded area, Hatepe holiday home offers a serene escape. Enjoy community tennis court, launch your boat from the nearby ramp and explore the Hinemaiaia River's famous fishing spots. Unwind with a BBQ on the spacious deck or take in majestic sunsets at lake front. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cosy and secluded holiday home Come and relax in our cosy, bright and secluded holiday home and fill your days with all the activities that this lovely area has to offer. If you fancy a run around bring your tennis rackets and your A-game and enjoy a game on the community tennis court. If fishing and lake activities are your thing launch your boat for free from the boat ramp and enjoy a day on the lake. There are amazing walks along the Hinemaiaia River and the fishing in the river is world famous. It is only 20 minutes drive to the thriving city of Taupo for a hit of coffee or a spot of shopping and Taupo is jam-packed with activities and attractions to suit everybody. Drive for an hour and you could be carving it up on the Whakapapa ski field. At the end of the day maybe you fancy a wander down to the lake front to take in the majestic sunset or get the BBQ cranking, and enjoy a glass or two while sitting out on the fabulous big deck reflecting on what a great day you have had and what a beautiful place Hatepe really is. Special conditions: Smoking allowed outside only. Pets allowed - a dog kennel is provided. (Please ensure dogs are kept on their lead at all times around the village). NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels); ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Food and drink - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53870000/53864400/53864386/f42fe3a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Linga-Longa Lakeside Retreat Whareroa Village - 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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 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Cosy Secluded Holiday Home House Hatepe Cosy Secluded Holiday Home House Cosy Secluded Holiday Home Hatepe Cosy Secluded Holiday Home Cosy Secluded Home Hatepe Cosy Secluded Home Hatepe Cosy and Secluded Holiday Home Hatepe Cosy and Secluded Holiday Home Private vacation home Cosy and Secluded Holiday Home Private vacation home Hatepe ## About the area Hatepe is home to this holiday home. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Five Mile Bay. The Landing Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Hatepe travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hatepe.dx553248635926198168) [View more Holiday homes in Hatepe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hatepe-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248635926198168-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.85366%2C176.01396&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dGuEfE1l9lW4S10VKDchKgpfz-U=) Hatepe, Lake Taupo ### What's nearby - ![Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108150/01b29e58-e4a9-4240-a58d-af1c460f5475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Taupō Hot Springs 19 min drive \- 17.8 miles - Five Mile Bay 9 min drive \- 8.2 miles - The Landing Lake Taupō 14 min drive \- 13.2 miles - Four Mile Bay 15 min drive \- 13.8 miles - Wairakei Geothermal Power Station 18 min drive \- 17.2 miles ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 14 min drive ### Restaurants - Native Xpresso 9 min drive - Tomi's 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cosy and secluded holiday home pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Cosy and secluded holiday home? ### What time is check-out at Cosy and secluded holiday home? ### Where is Cosy and secluded holiday home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cosy and secluded holiday home Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 69 8 - Good 29 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Camille H. 7 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Xmas break Fabulous place peaceful will stay again for sure ##### Camille H. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### richard c. 8 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal relaxation spot Fully kitted out for familys, groups, being able to take our dog was a bonus ,comfy and cosy ,closeness to the lake and river strolls was great .would love to visit again .Highly recommend. ##### richard c. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### minta a. 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little cottage Lovely cottage in a beautiful area, close to the lake and the river. We enjoyed walking in the bush and there were lots of native birds around. ##### minta a. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dorette K. 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely retreat Comfortable bach with all the necessary things. We thoroughly enjoyed the fireplace, especially during the cold nights. Good value for money. Grateful its pet friendly. Would recommend it. ##### Dorette K. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona H. 19 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love Hatepe We always have a wonderful time at Hatepe, and the location of this bach is great. It had all the essentials we needed for our holiday at the lake, and also a large, private outdoor dining area which we loved.Thanks! We hope to return next Summer! ##### Fiona H. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cora D. 6 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise We had an amazing time!Beautiful place and location was paradise.Very peaceful.So relaxing and quiet, great also for our old dog.Short stroll to bush setting and stream with tables and benches for picnic/fishing/swimming.1 suggestion maybe for future guests is to state (maybe in capitals) that you need to bring your own linnen etc.It was mentioned, but we missed it and I saw in the guest book that more people missed it as well.As we where traveling we only had towels with us and had to buy sheets etc.We loved it though, so big thank you for letting us stay!!!Wil/Cora/Jess ##### Cora D. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth M. 7 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great weekend away A really nice spot, with a real homely feel. Loved being able to bring my dog on holiday! Has everything you need for a nice time away. Games are mostly kids ones, would be nice to have some extras. But enjoyed the book about the local history a lot! We knew there wasn't wifi, but didn't expect the cell coverage to be so poor - so don't plan to hotspot as a backup. Even though there is a cell tower at the enterence to the village, we struggled to get any internet at the house. All in all, a great weekend away, thanks! ##### Beth M. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Terry 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Good location! ##### Terry Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirsty B. 6 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful property with all you could ever need. Fantastic and private location. ##### Kirsty B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Anneliese C. 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful serene spot, 2 minute walk to the lake. Very relaxing ##### Anneliese C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Deb H. 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The host is always welcoming and easy to get hold of.Instructions are always very clear. ##### Deb H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josi B., Havelock North 10 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cottage to stay at This is a great place to stay -very homely and comfortable Its only a few minutes walk to the lake And the host is very easy to communicate with ##### Josi B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 3 Feb 2018 #### A gorgeous house in a beautiful location. A gorgeous house in a beautiful location. Perfect for a family break. Can't wait to book again:) ### 10/10 Excellent #### V C. 30 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Bach fantastic location and spotlessly clean Great Experience ##### V C. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice M. 18 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank you! What a stunning location, and lovely bach, thank you! ##### Janice M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Juliet C. 19 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Tranquil spot Lovely place to stay, so close to the lake and handy to Taupo. Great to be able to bring Blue our dog too. We’ll be back again! ##### Juliet C. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerrie L. 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hatepe Perfect kiwi bach ##### Kerrie L. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie W. 18 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very peaceful Just as it was advertised ##### Natalie W. Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Tyrelltamati14 T. 15 Oct 2025 Liked: Location Disliked: Communication We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful whare. Quiet, nice and peaceful. Downfall- the oven was not going for us.THANKYOU for accommodation. ##### Tyrelltamati14 T. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grant W. 5 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great little hideaway A nice quiet restful place to relax. ##### Grant W. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate O. 13 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful peaceful spot My second visit to this lovely relaxed family cottage. Even though we didn’t take kids this time we were still blown away by how well set up for kids it is. Ample space for the whole family to enjoy outdoor dining or sitting on the front deck enjoying nature. All bases covered in the kitchen which is basic but gets the job done. Thanks again. ##### Kate O. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### V C. 10 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Hatepe Bach Absolutely loved staying here. The Bach was perfectly presented. Great location close to the Lake and the River. ##### V C. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna S. 30 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay at cosy Hatepe bach Loved relaxing in front of the fire ..everything we needed for a short break. Thank you. ##### Anna S. Stayed 1 night in May 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Amanda M. 24 May 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### RENTER BEWARE! Booked & paid in full on the day of confirmation, this was well over a week before check in. Waited to hear check in details, thought surely by the time we drive 3 hours to Taupo we would receive them. Several messages & hours later we had no option but to return home. We had the dog with us, finding something last minute wasn't an option. Lorina finally called when we were well beyond a point of returning. Granted, we have been refunded in full & some compensation for fuel. However, this poor management & complete lack of communication, ruined what was supposed to be a relaxing birthday weekend. ##### Amanda M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Neil B. 18 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Hard to find in the dark! Great place to stay ##### Neil B. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 ---