Title: The reviews say it all! A blissful bach, & pet friendly! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6342546&destination=Mangakino%2C+Waikato%2C+New+Zealand&selected=37907836&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The reviews say it all! A blissful bach, & pet friendly! ## Photo gallery for The reviews say it all! A blissful bach, & pet friendly! ![Interior - The reviews say it all! A blissful bach, & pet friendly! (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907836/479450b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, wheelchair access - The reviews say it all! A blissful bach, & pet friendly! (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907836/5114a6f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - The reviews say it all! A blissful bach, & pet friendly! (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907836/33856b70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Combined shower/bathtub, toilet paper - The reviews say it all! A blissful bach, & pet friendly! (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907836/adad5396.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The reviews say it all! A blissful bach, & pet friendly! (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907836/d6300ce6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in peaceful Mangakino, Aranui Lake House offers a serene retreat. Unwind in the newly renovated bach with its modern kitchen and bathroom, surrounded by tranquil surroundings that invite relaxation. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space £148 includes taxes & fees 7 Apr - 8 Apr ## 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. ### The reviews say it all! A blissful bach, & pet friendly! Waipoua Lake House is a well-apportioned, recently renovated, light and bright bach in a peaceful location. You can kick back and relax with an easy stroll to the lake / boat ramp, lake front reserve or the local shops. “We had a great trip to Mangakino, was a bonus that we could bring our furry friend Jack. Tidy fully fenced section and well appointed cute home with everything we need.” Note that all linen and cleaning is included ($100 per booking). Aranui Lake House is next door if you need more space - on another listing. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 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. - 2 accessible parking spaces - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request ### Location highlights - In a village - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Double-glazed windows - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61340000/61339000/61338998/78599b78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Turangi Leisure Lodge Turangi - 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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property 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 ### Property is also known as Waipoua Lake House Waipoua House Maraetai Waipoua Lake House (Lake Maraetai) Mangakino Waipoua Lake House (Lake Maraetai) Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Mangakino, this holiday home is on a river. 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 Waikato River. Waterskiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby. [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&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.36316%2C175.77641&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qWxsTsrmc0xNqu7GUgezblDihAg=) Mangakino, Mangakino ### What's nearby - ![Huka Falls](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108156/11fcc376-171c-46ee-b5c1-4b53d0a9eed0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Huka Falls 42 min drive \- 42.0 miles - ![Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest](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 51 min drive \- 51.5 miles - ![Polynesian Spa](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 \- 54.4 miles - Mangakino Recreation Reserve 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Lake Maraetai 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 62 min drive ### Restaurants - The Dam Cafe & Lodge 7 min drive - Fred's Pizza Place 7 min drive - Ata’s Bar & Eatery 14 min walk - Mangakino District Services And Citizens Club 12 min walk - The Green Fairy 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The reviews say it all! 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[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 91 8 - Good 28 6 - Okay 12 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophie P. 2 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great stay thanks very much. Lovely stop on the bike ride. ##### Sophie P. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan B. 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Property was super clean and beautifully presented. So cosy and warm with the heat pump going. We loved our stay. Thanks!!! ##### Megan B. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### kelly p. 18 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location, super clean,could not seem to work the lamps in front bedroom room? Could be User error though sink tap handle come off and bathroom one loose. Would definitely stay again. ##### kelly p. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Louise 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Perfect location for a rowing camp weekend ##### Louise Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances S. 2 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place to stay The place is exactly as described and quiet. It is an ideal place to stay to go exploring from. Easy drive to Taupo and Rotorua.The host is quick to respond to any questions and is very helpful. ##### Frances S. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma C. 22 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Revamped lovely bach stay near to lake Really lovely place. Old bach, but all revamped inside and super nice. Easy quick walk to the waterfront. Really lovely quiet place to stay. ##### Emma C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meredith S. 12 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Waikato River Trails base The Waipoua Lake House worked well for us and 2 young adult children. The bach was comfortable and well equipped, there was also plenty of room for bikes & cars. Communication with Grant was prompt and friendly. ##### Meredith S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan V. 6 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely renovations make it a great place to stay Lots of work has gone it into this place and it shows. Wonderful to have a fully fenced yard for the dogs too. Keen to stay again and maybe bring the family next time. ##### Jan V. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin W. 11 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place to stay We had a lovely stay in Mangakino. The house has everything we needed as a family and plenty of toys/games for the kids. Awesome back deck to sit and enjoy the evening on. Lovely and clean too. We would definitely stay again. ##### Erin W. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louisa W. 5 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### “Dam”great place Accommodation like new inside, accurate description. Heat pump fab after a hot day riding. Grant was communicative. Great place to be based to explore the Waikato River Trails. ##### Louisa W. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam N. 16 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place The property was clean and simple. We have a 1 year old and didn’t have to move too much to make it baby safe. Recommended if you have young ones. ##### Sam N. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alma P. 2 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family catch up The house was clean and cozy easy access and easy the get hold of the host suited our family one night stay could off stayed more will be back ##### Alma P. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ash M. 19 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfort in a time of sorrow We travelled to say goodbye to our Nan. To be able to come back to a clean, comfortable and light space after days of grief was beautiful. ##### Ash M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqui M. 12 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All Round Gem Good communication and prompt to respond. Lovely layout and well presented, with all that was promised. Fully equiped for the number and age of persons offered to cater for.Easy and quick access to biking and walking trails, shops, golf club, and lake. Would go back again for a longer stay. ##### Jacqui M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessie H. 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Brilliant midway point for Taupo footy tournament A magical place to stay. My kids were thrilled. It was difficult to get them to leave! Beautifully modernised and with all that we needed. Super comfy and cozy. Outstanding communication and helpfulness from host. Thank you! ##### Jessie H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glen L. 27 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birthday getaway A few comments were a little harsh, we found this place perfect and definitely excellent value for money! The renovations done are pretty good, double glazing, new carpet, new kitchen, bathroom and even Netflix. The bed were great and a great layout for a family trip! Summer will be amazing in this house. We had our Dog with us and she met one of the locals which was sooo funny, a little bulldog. Thanks Grant, youve done a great job :-) ##### Glen L. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David B. 19 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We loved our stay Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely cottage. Loved the location being so close to the lake.Everything was clean and tidy. There were dog Poos left behind from previous tenants so we cleaned them up. My only suggestion would be to please leave a manual for the oven. Had us totally confused! We were here for a dog Trial in Tokoroa and hesitated about the travel each day but was definitely worth it. Again, many thanks. Maree ##### David B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suini P. 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway Perfect location, close to shops and a short walk down to the lake. House was really warm and cosy and clean. Highly recommend staying here. ##### Suini P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simone W. 5 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mangakino Excellent stayDefinitely worth it ##### Simone W. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 28 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Clean and comfortable, great stay. ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### cara 2 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Was a great place to escape the crazy Auckland busy lifestyle. ##### cara Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony P. 23 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Goleman Team The Team enjoyed their stay. ##### Tony P. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacey E. 7 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best spot for a break away! Best host, relaxing bach, everything you need and beds so comfy! ##### Stacey E. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simeon 18 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice and quiet area and very comfy little house ##### Simeon Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Robert F. 16 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Communication #### Mangakino stay Thoroughly enjoyed the little house and our stay. ##### Robert F. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ---