Title: Kuratau River and Bush View Retreat perfect for Couples getaway 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 # Kuratau River and Bush View Retreat perfect for Couples getaway Holiday home with a hot tub, near Lake Taupō ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827900/115827853/81c42100.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827900/115827853/5cfc9245.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827900/115827853/02102b05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827900/115827853/814218c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827900/115827853/4e583039.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Kuratau River and Bush View Retreat perfect for Couples getaway, you can look forward to a firepit, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Kuratau River and Bush View Retreat perfect for Couples getaway Luxury retreat with stunning views of bush, countryside, and Kuratau river. Perfect romantic getaway for couples featuring modern design and premium finishes. Unwind by the indoor fireplace, soak in the outdoor bath under stars, lounge on outdoor furniture in summer, or relax on the sunny window seats in this peaceful rural setting. Explore nearby bush walks, lake trails, lake and river swims, and mountain biking tracks. Ideal base for Tongariro Crossing and Mt. Ruapehu adventures. The Perfect Nature Escape We designed and built our cabin to be a luxury getaway for ourselves and are now sharing it with other like-minded travelers seeking an escape surrounded by nature. Interior Comforts The inviting living area features a comfortable couch, warming fireplace for cozy winter evenings and days, thoughtful window seats perfect for reading, dining table along with an assortment of authentic New Zealand sheepskins for ultimate comfort. The full kitchen comes equipped with a dishwasher and all necessary kitchenware, including essential wine glasses. Rest peacefully in the king-size bed dressed with fresh linens, and enjoy the modern bathroom complete with shower, bathtub, and heated towel rail for added luxury. Every detail has been carefully considered to ensure your comfort. Outdoor Living Expansive decks with comfortable outdoor furniture extend your living space into nature. The highlight for guests is our spa bath with instant hot water—perfect for stargazing in the clear night sky away from city lights. Local Conveniences While we recommend bringing your own supplies for a hassle-free stay, groceries are available in nearby Turangi supermarket which is 20 minutes away. A local pizza café , Floating Rock, is within walking distance open Thursday to Sunday. A small local shop is reopening soon for emergency supplies. We've created this space as our own personal retreat and are delighted to share it with guests who appreciate thoughtful design and the tranquility of being close to nature - bush, river and lake. Note our property is at end of no exit quiet road with neighbors on both sides and a reserve along the front for direct access to walking trails and views across bush and river. Being close to nature there maybe bugs and other wildlife - ie rabbits that pay visits. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Snow sports gear - Tennis ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59970000/59964300/59964206/83882c4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury lodge with expansive views of Lake Taupo - private and quiet. 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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that 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 ## 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=-38.89024,175.75824&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7CzilF_xvo%60%40%3FU%3FQ%3FS%3FS%40S%40U%40Q%40U%40Q%40UBQ%40UBQBSBSBQBSBSDQDQBSDQDSDQFQDQDQFSFMDQHSFOFOFQHOFOHQHOFMHOJMHOHOHMJOHKJOJKJMJKJMJKJKLKJKLKJILKJGLKLILILGLILGLILENILELGLENELENGNCLCNELCNENANCLANCN%3FNANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%3FLBN%40NBN%40LDNBNDLBNBLFNDLDNDLFLDLHNDLHLFLHLFLHLHJJLFLJJHLJJJJJJJLJJLJJJLJJHNJJHNJLHNHNHLHNHLHNFPHNHNFPFNFNFRFLFPDRFPDPFPDPDRDPBRDPDPBRBRBPBRBRBP%40T%40PBT%40P%40T%40P%40T%40R%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FPARATAPATAPCTAPATCPCRCRCPCRCREPEPCTEPEPEPGPERGNERGPGLGRGPGLGRILINGPINILINILININKLINKJINKJKLKLKJMHKLKJKJMJKHMJMFKLMFMHMFMHMHMFODMHMDMHOBMDODMDODMBODO%40MFO%40OBO%40MBO%3FO%40OBM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCOAO%3FOCMAOCOAOGMAOEMCOEOEMEOEMCMIMEOIMEMGMIMIMGMIMGMMKGMKKIMKKKMKKMKIKKKMKMKKKOIKKOIMIOIOKMIOGMIOIQGOIMGSGMGQISEQGMGSEOESGQEQEQEQCUEQEQCSCSCQCSCSCQAUCQAUAQAUAQAUAS%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OH_t-WcVyanVgyNLjQM7ikqgPGg=) Kuratau, Waikato ### What's nearby - Kuratau Jetty - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Lake Taupō - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 12 min drive - 8.9 miles - Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 17 min drive - 12.7 miles - Tongariro National Park - 17 min drive - 13.6 miles ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 56 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Floating Rock Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪Lakeland House - ‬11 min drive - ‪Thermal Trout Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪Kuratau River Wines - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kuratau River and Bush View Retreat perfect for Couples getaway pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Kuratau River and Bush View Retreat perfect for Couples getaway? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Kuratau River and Bush View Retreat perfect for Couples getaway? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Kuratau River and Bush View Retreat perfect for Couples getaway located? > Situated in Kuratau, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kuratau Jetty and Lake Taupō. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro National Park are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kuratau River and Bush View Retreat perfect for Couples getaway Reviews 8.0 ### Very 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) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### katrina c. 17 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great little place to explore the surrounding area. Jennifer was so easy and helpful to deal with. Place has everything you could need just bring yourselves and food for you time staying! ![Cosy night in as storm rolled through](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9fc16423-ca3b-4dd4-bbf7-2185b63efa23-1758083631606.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### katrina c. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025