Title: Duck Inn - Lake Taupo 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 # Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109905800/109905758/81274b35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109905800/109905758/cf42e890.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109905800/109905758/9575c56e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109905800/109905758/1691d332.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109905800/109905758/cf9bd762.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location From the balcony of Duck Inn, take in the tranquil atmosphere and unwind in a spacious home with four bedrooms, two modern bathrooms and an open-plan living area perfect for family meals or quiet evenings by the fire. Enjoy cooking up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen after a day on Lake Taupo or exploring nature trails. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home Step out on the balcony and take in the tranquil ambience as you relax and listen to nature. The open-plan living and dining area is bright and welcoming, with plenty of space for family meals or quiet evenings by the fire. The well-equipped kitchen makes cooking a breeze, whether you're preparing a family feast or a quick snack after a day on the water. With four spacious bedrooms featuring large, comfortable beds, there’s plenty of room for everyone to unwind. Two modern bathrooms complete the home, offering convenience for large groups. Whether you’re fishing on the Kuratau River, boating on Lake Taupo, or hiking through the surrounding nature trails, Duck Inn places you at the heart of Taupo’s stunning natural beauty. With boat parking available, this home is the ideal base for your next lakeside adventure. 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 - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,561 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106154800/106154755/aa079374.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake View Lodge - Taupo Holiday Home Pukawa Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=106154755&PinnedHotelID=106154755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109970000/109961800/109961771/59dc4734.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Close to the river, 11 TeAho is a family lodge with plenty of character Turangi - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available - Laundry 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=109961771&PinnedHotelID=109961771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111090000/111083800/111083745/c345be25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect accommodation for visiting Tongariro and Southern Lake Taupo Kuratau - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 29 reviews £171 includes taxes & fees 30 Sept - 1 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-30&endDate=2025-10-01&selected=111083745&PinnedHotelID=111083745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112940000/112935100/112935042/5b3b83a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Cottage - Lake Taupo Holiday Home Tauranga Taupo - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=112935042&PinnedHotelID=112935042&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31170000/31168900/31168875/a089786b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake view, lake level, lake side Kuratau - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 141 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=31168875&PinnedHotelID=31168875&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34622600/34622548/af6dffd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bach Pukawa, Lake Taupo. 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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 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 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 646378 ## About the area Kuratau is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park. [Visit our Kuratau travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kuratau.dx3000001909) [View more Holiday homes in Kuratau](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kuratau-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3000001909-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.893867,175.77238&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:pqjlFkpyo%60%40%3FU%3FQ%40U%3FQ%40U%40U%3FQBU%40O%40U%40QBUBQBUBQ%40QDUBQDQBQDUDQDQDQDSFQDQFQDOFQFQHQFOFQHOFMHQFOHOHOJMHOHMHOJMHMJMJKJOJKJKJKJMJILKJMLGLKJILKLILGLIJGNILGLGLGNELILENELENELENANGLANELCPALANCN%3FLCNAN%3FN%3FN%3FNCNBL%3FN%3FN%3FN%40NBN%3FLBN%40N%40NBLDN%40LFN%40NDLDNDLDLDNHLDLFLFNFLHLFLHLFJHLJLHLJJFLLJJJHJLLJHJLJHNJJJLHLJLJNHLHNHLHNHNHNFPHLFNHPFNFPFPFNDPFPFPDPFRDPDPBPDTDPBPDPBTBPBPBTBP%40T%40PBT%40N%40T%40P%40T%3FT%40P%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FR%3FP%3FTAP%3FTATAPARARCRAPATCPCTCPCPCTEPCPEPETCPEPERGPEPGPGPEPGNGPGPGNIPGNILGRILINILININILKNKLILKLKJINMJIJMJKJKJKLMHKHMJMHMJKHMFMHMFMHOHMDMFMDOHMDMDODMDODOBMDO%40MDO%40OBOBM%40O%3FOBO%40O%3FO%3FM%3FOBOCO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMCO%3FOAMCQCMAOEMAOEOCMEOEMEOEMEMIOEMGMEMIOIKGMIMGMIMKKIMKMIKIMMKKKKKKKKKKKOKKKMIMKMIOIMIOKOIMIOGMISGMIOGQGOIQGQGQEOGQEQGQEQESEQEQEUCQEQCQEUAQCQCUCQCUAQASASCS%3FQAUAU%3FQAU%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HMp5JXdZl35MBowEhiD7sUZHd6I=) Kuratau, Lake Taupo ### What's nearby - Kuratau Jetty - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Lake Taupō - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 13 min drive - 9.1 miles - Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 17 min drive - 12.9 miles - Tongariro National Park - 17 min drive - 13.8 miles ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 55 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Hare & Copper - ‬19 min drive - ‪Floating Rock Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Lakeland House - ‬12 min drive - ‪Thermal Trout Cafe - ‬12 min drive - ‪River Vineyard & Restaurant - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home located? > Situated in Kuratau, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Kuratau Jetty and Lake Taupō. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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