Title: Good times at the Lake Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Good times at the Lake ## Photo gallery for Good times at the Lake ![Terrace/patio - Good times at the Lake (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116310000/116306800/116306792/7a32c722.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Good times at the Lake (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116310000/116306800/116306792/7f788dcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Good times at the Lake (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116310000/116306800/116306792/4ce4f7b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo - Good times at the Lake (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116310000/116306800/116306792/89adc837.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Good times at the Lake (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116310000/116306800/116306792/31c62cd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Good times at the Lake, you can look forward to a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available £218 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar ## 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. ### Good times at the Lake Welcome to your perfect lakehouse getaway! This charming 3-bedroom retreat is your ideal spot for relaxation, celebration, or simply enjoying the outdoors. With your own fully renovated space, you'll feel right at home the moment you arrive. Step into your fantastic outdoor room—perfect for hosting your friends and creating your favorite memories. Your mornings can start on the lush lawn, sipping coffee while surrounded by nature in your own secluded paradise. Just a 10-minute walk brings you to the lake, where your adventures await. Make this your home away from home—you deserve it! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is no 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. ## About the area Mangakino is home to this holiday home. Mangakino Golf Club and The Timber Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mangakino Recreation Reserve and Lake Maraetai. [Visit our Mangakino travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mangakino.dx6342546) [View more Holiday homes in Mangakino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mangakino-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6342546-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.36841,175.77686&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:l%7DciFklzo%60%40%3FS%3FQ%40U%3FQ%40U%40Q%3FUBQ%40U%40Q%40SBSBSBQBSBSBQBSDQBSDSDODSDQDQFQDQFODQFQFSHMFQFOHQFOHMFOHOHQJKHOHMHOJMHMJMJKJOJKJKJKJKJMLKJGLKLKJILGLMLGLILGLILELINELGLELENELENELGNCNCLENCNANCLANCNAL%3FNCN%3FNCN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FNBN%3FNBN%3FN%40LBN%40NBN%40LBNDLBNBNFLDNDLDNDLDLFLDLHNDLHLFLHLFJLLFLHLJJFLJJJJLJJLJJJJJHNJJJLJLHLJNHLHLHLHPHNHNFLHNFPHNFPFLFRFPDPFNFPDPFPDPDRBNDRDRBPDRBPBRBRBPBR%40R%40RBP%40T%40P%40T%40P%3FT%40P%3FT%3FP%3FR%3FT%3FP%3FTAP%3FTAPATAPARCRARAPCTCPCPCTCPEPCPETEPCREPEPGPEPGPGNEPGPGPGNGPINGPINGNILINIPILIJINKNILKJKNKJINKJKJMJKJKJKJMJKHMJMHMFKJMHMHMFMHODMFMDMHMDODMDODMDODODMBODMBO%40O%40OBMBO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOCM%3FOAOCMCOAOAOCMEOCOEMEOEMEOEMEMEMIOEMGMEMIMGMIMIMKMGKIMKMKKIMKKKKKKKKKKKKOKKKOIKKMIOIOIMKKIQIOGMIOGOIQGOGQIOGQGQEQGOEQGQEQEQEQESEQCUEQCQCQCUCQCQCUCQASASASCQ%3FUAQAU%3FQAU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UI7wIjlO62N8XNQiYnK6DF_SjnI=) Mangakino, Waikato Region ### What's nearby - ![Scenery view of Taupo town with lake Taupo the largest freshwater lake in North island of New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 706307593; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108145/2d296390-b701-4e0d-8ff8-19e6afabfc2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Taupō 39 min drive \- 39.8 miles - ![Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest which includes forests, night scenes and a suspension bridge or treetop walkway](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126700/5bad7f0c-8a42-483a-a9e9-18582cefd11f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest 52 min drive \- 51.0 miles - ![Polynesian Spa featuring a pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108090/7dcc835d-d3bf-4b0d-a95e-6b3666a422cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Polynesian Spa 58 min drive \- 54.0 miles - Mangakino Recreation Reserve 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Lake Maraetai 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 64 min drive ### Restaurants - The Dam Cafe & Lodge 6 min drive - Fred's Pizza Place 6 min drive - Ata’s Bar & Eatery 3 min walk - Bus Stop Cafe 17 min walk - Mangakino District Services And Citizens Club 20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Good times at the Lake pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Good times at the Lake? ### How much is parking at Good times at the Lake? ### What time is check-in at Good times at the Lake? ### What time is check-out at Good times at the Lake? ### Where is Good times at the Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Good times at the Lake Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Sylvia A. 5 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice clean and roomy batch ##### Sylvia A. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DUNCAN B. 14 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Awesome host and house ##### DUNCAN B. 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