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Escape to Whareroa Village, a tranquil retreat 33km west of Turangi on the southwestern edge of Lake Taupo. Unwind in this classic Kiwi bach with full kitchen, bathroom and laundry amenities as well as inflatables, lifejackets and kayak for lake activities.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8818 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

"Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape

  • Get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the peaceful setting of Whareroa Village with our classic Kiwi bach. Want a 5-Star hotel? This place is not for you, but if you want to get away from the city and enjoy some time with family and friends in a cosy, comfortable bach then you will be right at home here. The cups don't match, but that cup of tea will still taste just as good, especially enjoyed out on the patio in the morning admiring the stunning lake views.

    Situated 33km west of Turangi on the southwestern edge of Lake Taupo. The magic of Whareroa is its relative isolation, great Lake views and Village style atmosphere.

    Enjoy long sandy beaches, excellent boat launching, ski lane, and fabulous fishing. For those who prefer fly fishing, there is the famous Whareroa stream mouth, or Lake Kuratau only minutes away.

    Taupo is just an hour away via a beautiful scenic lakeside road.

    In the winter months, the Whakapapa ski fields are only 50 minutes away. Enjoy a full day on the slopes and then stop in at the Tokaanu hot pools on the way home for a relaxing soak.

    Our fully-furnished Kiwi bach offers guests stunning lake views and all the amenities of home with full kitchen, bathroom and laundry.

    Parents, there is a porta cot and highchair available for the wee ones, as well as games and movies to keep them entertained during wet weather.

    For the outdoors, we invite you to make use of the inflatables, lifejackets and kayak on site.

    Take a short stroll the lake, pack a picnic and enjoy a full day in the sun.

    Our home is your home - Enjoy.

    Please note:
    Whareroa Village charm comes from its remoteness, but this does mean that the nearest store is 20 minutes away. Turangi is the closest town, a 30-minute drive so it's important to stock up before heading out.

    Guests are expected to leave the house clean and tidy.

    Linen provided.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 818 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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 first aid kit
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

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Whareroa Village, a neighbourhood in Kuratau. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Tokaanu Thermal Pools, while Tongariro National Trout Centre and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Visit our Kuratau travel guide
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Kuratau, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park
    Tongariro National Park
    27 min drive - 25.7 miles
  • Kuratau Jetty
    18 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    22 min drive - 21.0 miles
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    27 min drive - 24.8 miles
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre
    28 min drive - 26.8 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    65 min drive

Restaurants

  • Floating Rock Cafe
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape located?

Located in Whareroa Village, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Lake Taupō and within 20 miles (32 km) of Kuratau Jetty and Tokaanu Thermal Pools. Tongariro National Park and Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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"Te Hokinga" - Whareroa Classic Kiwi Bach Escape Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

7.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little bach

Great communication with owner, clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

denise w.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Whareroa Bach

Absolutely loved the location. So quiet with a lovely view. A pleasant walk to the lake. Nice sandy beaches which were not busy, and the lake is so nice to swim in. Also enjoyed the DVD collection.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Trana M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Customer BEWARE

The VRBO listing photos are of an architecture drawing. It looks new, beautiful, and a true lake escape. Consumer beware. It is the opposite. It is quite worn, dirty, a need of some major TLC and elbow grease. The place was filthy, curtains stained, blinds dirty and some broke, food stains on wall next to oven, oven burners dirty, windows so dirty the beautiful view was obstructed, refrigerator dented, & mirrors not cleaned. The sheets were extremely worn. Property owners were not interested in fixing the problem because they were not close to property. I will say toilet and shower were clean with hot water. My husband and I have travelled and stayed in rentals for over 30 years. This is the second worse place I have had to pay for. I ended up spending the evening cleaning sliding door windows & bedroom windows to glean the sliver of ocean view to the right of patio. There is a kayak, but only one on a trailer, and the home is on a hill. We did not have a vehicle to hook up the trailer. Also, if you are not a local or a kiwi familiar with the VRBO, bring food or be prepared for a 30-minute drive into nearest town. The local fish and chips restaurant was outstanding. I do feel we deserved a discounted price, but I am sure this will not happen, as I never received a text back to the request. If you ever traveled across the ocean on a 16 -hour flight to our home, I would be appalled if I left our place in that condition to first timers to our country.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Classic Kiwi Get Away

Classis Kiwi 'bach', plenty of beds for everyone to squeeze in and a great place for family memories
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a beautiful place to stay highly recommend 10 out of 10
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

ROSS F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely area

Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property has lovely lake views and lovely outdoor living and is a short walk to the lake. Overall it is very comfortable, nice and light and with good heating if you need it. It had everything that we needed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Wareroa

It was fantastic. Everything you could want and more. Thank you so much for sharing your lovely place with us we absolutely loved it. We will be back again if you will have us .once again thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liberio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice and quiet, lake views are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, warm and friendly atmosphere in this batch

Good communication from owners, lovely view of the lake we have had a great family experience
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sharmila B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Family Holiday

We are a family of 5 and spent 10 nights at this property in January. Whareroa is a sleepy backwater, 15 mins from Omori/Kuratau. It was extremely quiet even in peak holiday season. Bach has lake views and comfortable beds. Kitchen is very basic - suggest bring a good knife and frying pan. Great shower (though you have to bail it out a little after use bc of position of plughole) Broadband limited bc on rural broadband service. Owners were responsive to problems w TV access by lifting requirement to limit internet use, which was appreciated. Heatpump/air conditioning not functioning, but we didn’t need to use either during our stay. All in all, good value for money in a pretty special part of NZ.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was a great place to 'get away from it all'. It was well provided with dvd's and games etc, thank you :-). There were food staples in the cupboard and plenty of bedding. Very, very good. The only issue we had was actually finding the place - the numbering is not very visible from the road and particularly with the dimming light of day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shamarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful place to stay

absolutely wonderful will definitely rebook here place was immaculate on arrival definitely highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our retreat

My friend and I had a lovely time at your cosy little house. We chatted while knitting, stitching and sewing. Had beautiful morning walks exploring the village and marvelled at the views Many thanks Lainey and Dee
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

O

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenda B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Property has everything you need, just turn up with your personal belongings. Kitchen is well appointed. Gorgeous views of the lake and neighbours are very friendly. Stayed here several times before and will do so again.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vanessa E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location

The property is in a great location with lake views. The house is well equipped.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and comfortable

The ptoperty was very clean and tidy with a well stocked dvd library and plenty of equipment to be enjoyed. A beautiful location which we never wanted to leave. It was a truly comfortable home away from home experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Gayani N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025