Title: Hatepe Haven - Hatepe Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Hatepe Haven - Hatepe Holiday Home ![5 bedrooms, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76350000/76348900/76348869/dfc26642.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76350000/76348900/76348869/f02462f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76350000/76348900/76348869/d91d0647.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76350000/76348900/76348869/0f388f14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76350000/76348900/76348869/b1cf0703.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in idyllic Hatepe, Hatepe Haven is the quintessential Kiwi Country Bach, perfect for family getaways. Settle into your dreamy escape by firing up the BBQ and reclining on outdoor furniture with a chilled drink in hand while taking advantage of boat parking and launching onto the nearby jetty. 7.2 Good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101722 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Hatepe Haven - Hatepe Holiday Home Perfectly perched only metres from the lakes edge, you’ll be sure to bring the whole family along for your next lake escape in idyllic Hatepe. Welcome to Hatepe Haven! Best described as a quintessential Kiwi Country Bach, you’ll have no trouble switching to holiday mode as soon as you set foot into Hatepe Haven. Settle into your dreamy escape by firing up the BBQ, reclining on the outdoor furniture with a chilled drink in hand, and raising a toast to the good times to be had here! Styled with comfort and relaxation in mind, a cosy living room with picture windows is sure to drench this spot in sunlight on a sunny summers' day. Altering the temperature to your taste into the colder months is no issue either, with the wood-burning fireplace offering a cosy winter ambience. A well-equipped kitchen is on hand to ensure you can whip up a delicious feast for everyone with minimum hassle. Full laundry facilities are on hand also, including a drying room, perfect for drying togs and towels after a day of making a splash at the lake! 5 bedrooms, which includes 2 bedrooms in the sleepout, will sleep up to 12 guests here at Hatepe Haven, and 2 generous bathrooms plus the added bonus of an outdoor shower ensure everyone has space to get a good night's rest and recharge for the following day. This Hatepe accommodation is primely positioned less than a minutes' walk from the lakefront, perfect for a spontaneous morning stroll or dip in the crystal-clear lake. After your swim, hop under the refreshing outdoor shower back at home and rinse off before getting stuck into your next lakeside activity. There is boat parking available and when it's time for a day on the lake, boats can be launched straight onto the jetty just metres from the property. You're just a 16-minute drive from the local shops, eateries, and supermarkets in Taupo if you are wanting to grab a bite to eat, or top up on supplies. The perfect setting for creating unforgettable memories with your loved ones, Hatepe Haven awaits! Please be aware that Bedrooms 1, 2 and 3 are accessed externally from the veranda. There is an adjoining bathroom accessed externally from the main dwelling. Please note that Bedroom 4 and 5 are located in the sleep-out and are accessed externally, these bedrooms are adjoining with only a curtain separating them. There is an adjacent bathroom accessed externally. As there are fixed bench seats on a section of the deck, adults should closely supervise young children in this area to ensure they do not climb the deck barrier.As the property has direct access to the lake, adults should closely supervise young children while outside to ensure they are safe around water.There are two kayaks available to use but guests must bring their own life-jackets to gain access to these.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,722 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31100000/31095500/31095480/81b718c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy and secluded holiday home Hatepe - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill 9.4 Exceptional 94 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=31095480&PinnedHotelID=31095480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45300000/45294200/45294112/5fd73459.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Summer and winter retreat 3 bedrooms - 2 bathrooms Hatepe - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 57 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=45294112&PinnedHotelID=45294112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57360000/57355500/57355408/6972edec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waitahanui Lakefront Escape - Waitahanui Home Waitahanui - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=57355408&PinnedHotelID=57355408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969838/ec8bbd94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach Wharewaka - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=88969838&PinnedHotelID=88969838&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29690000/29687000/29686960/fdcec020.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Via Del Lago - for family, friends and memories. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 600679 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.85862,176.01093&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:huclFichq%60%40%3FS%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40U%40U%40Q%40S%40S%40SBQ%40UBQBUBQBQBUBQDQDSBSDQDQDSFQDQDQFQFODQHQFOFQFQHOFMHQHOFOHMJOHOHMHOJMHMJMJKJOJKJKJKJKLMJKLKJGLKJILKLILGLILGLILGLGNGLELELINELENENCLENELANCNENALCN%3FNANCN%3FLCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FLBN%3FNBN%3FL%40NBN%40NDLBN%40NDLDNBLDNDLDNDLHLDLFNFLFLHLFLHLFLHJJLHLJJFLJJJJLJJLJJJJJJNJJHLJLHLJNHLHNHNHLHNHNFPHLHNFPFPFNFPFPFNDPFPDPFPDRDPDPBRDRDPBPBTBPBPBTBP%40T%40PBR%40R%40R%40P%40T%40T%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FR%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FPATATAPARAPCTAPATCPCTCPCPCTCPEPEPCTEPEPEPGREPGPEPGNGPGPGNGPGPINILGPINILINININILKNILKLILKJKNKJKJMJKJKJKJMLKFMJMHKJMHMFMHMFMHMFODMHMDMFOFMDODMDO%40MDODOBMBODO%40OBM%40O%3FOBO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAO%3FOCOAO%3FMCOAOEOCMCOEMEOAOEMEOEMIMEMEOIMEMGMIMGMIMGMIMKKIMKKGMMKKMKKKKKKKKKKOKKKMIMKMIOIMIOKOIOGMIOIQGMIOGQGQGOIQEQGOGQEQEQGSEQEQEQCUEQEQCQCUCQCQCUCQAUCQAUAQASAQAUAU%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=THF6qYsbW7Vam-sHANsw7E0SNZ4=) Hatepe, Lake Taupo #### What's nearby - Lake Taupō - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles - Taupō Hot Springs - 21 min drive - 17.8 miles - Spa Thermal Park - 25 min drive - 19.8 miles - Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa - 29 min drive - 25.5 miles - Huka Falls - 32 min drive - 23.1 miles #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Native Xpresso - ‬9 min drive - ‪Rivendell Restaurant - ‬73 min drive - ‪Tomi's - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hatepe Haven - Hatepe Holiday Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hatepe Haven - Hatepe Holiday Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Hatepe Haven - Hatepe Holiday Home? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Hatepe Haven - Hatepe Holiday Home located? > Situated in Hatepe, this holiday home is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Lake Taupō and within 12 miles (20 km) of Five Mile Bay and The Landing Lake Taupō. Three Mile Bay is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hatepe Haven - Hatepe Holiday Home Reviews 7.2 ### Good 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) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liam H. 23 Oct 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for large gatherings Was everything we thought I’d be lots of space to hang out and plenty of bed. Great location. Highly recommend ##### Liam H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim H. 27 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to spend a low key 40th with a small amount of good friends Great location Private Very quiet Close enough to taupo to commute for dinner outings etc Surrounding baches appeared to be holiday homes so we mostly had the place to ourselves to sit around the fire and enjoy our friends company without annoying any neighbour's Loved it ##### Tim H. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Angie B., Rotorua 15 Jan 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quintessential Bach Experience Fantastic location in iconic NZ bach settlement. Accomodation basic but totally adequate. Ours was a mixed family group celebrating a 75th birthday, the bach offered something for everyone. ##### Angie B. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Margot K. 15 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Margot K. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Alison G. 30 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### The description of the house contraveins the fair trading act. Sleeps 12 however dining room tiny Terrible, all rooms in clouding bathrooms only have outside access, lots of lights not working, one broken. Smashed heated towel rail , only 4 basic school type dining chairs , no lounge curtains, curtains missing in garage converted bedroom with no ceiling, very overrated and fat to expensive for what you get. House was warm and beds comfortable. Would not recommend to anyone!! ##### Alison G. 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