Title: Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=104476811&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub Holiday home with balcony, near Lake Taupō ## Photo gallery for Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub ![Outdoor dining - Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476900/104476811/ffb8c10b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476900/104476811/bde5a7e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476900/104476811/7822517d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476900/104476811/9bd0b16b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476900/104476811/351dcef9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Taupō, Botanical Hideaway offers a tranquil retreat surrounded by trees and backing onto the serene Botanical Gardens. Relax in the hot tub on the sun-deck, fire up the BBQ in your private yard, or enjoy quality time with family and friends in this spacious home featuring a modern kitchen, games for all ages, WiFi and underfloor heating. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub Welcome to Lakeside Accommodation Taupō. At Lakeside Accommodation, we're more than just holiday home managers – we're your partners in creating unforgettable memories. We're dedicated to delivering a high-end accommodation experience, ensuring that your holiday is nothing short of extraordinary. Your comfort, convenience, and satisfaction are our top priorities. We look forward to hosting you. Just as the name suggests, “Botanical Hideaway” is a tranquil oasis surrounded by trees, and backing onto the stunning Botanical Gardens. Private and peaceful, the only sound you will hear is that of birds singing. Nestled in the corner of the large sun-deck is the hot tub, which is the perfect spot to relax while the kids make use of the playground and swing-ball in the fully-fenced yard. The out-door area is an entertainers dream – so fire up the BBQ and enjoy the sunshine and privacy! You can’t look past this spacious home for creating those lasting family memories. Inside and outside, you will find plenty of entertainment and games for both young and old. Everything has been thought of here. Prime location – simply walk out the back gate and you will be absolutely spoilt for choice with the many wonderful walking tracks in the Botanical Gardens. A lovely spot for a picnic! The lake is only a short 3 minute drive away, and town centre is at most a 7 minute drive. The house itself boasts a large modern kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large lounge plus additional smaller lounge/sitting area and dining area. There is a heat-pump, underfloor heating (in the kitchen) and a pellet fire to keep you toasty during the winter months. During the warmer months, make use of the air-conditioning unit on the downstairs level of the house and the ceiling fan upstairs. The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, and a small private balcony where, on a clear day, you can even catch a glimpse of the snowy mountains. No hidden costs – Bedding, towels, wifi, and exit clean are all included in your nightly rate. Bedding configuration is 1x Super King, 1x Queen, 1x Bunk (Single over Queen), 1x Queen, 2x Sofa beds. Please note: A 2.3% surcharge is charged on all credit/debit card transactions. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476900/104476828/92399013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rise and Shine with Hot Tub Wharewaka - 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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 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 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 my-stays-nz-HYDE-AVENUE-107 ## About the area ![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-38.71315%2C176.10028&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8LZCeQb7PKAR-e1ztYWKOtqxFIk=) Taupo, Waikato #### What's nearby - Waipahihi Botanical Gardens \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Taupō Hot Springs \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Wairakei Geothermal Power Station \- 2 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Three Mile Bay \- 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Spa Thermal Park \- 5 min drive \- 2.9 miles #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 9 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cafe Baku - ‬7 min drive - ‪Industrie French Kitchen - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub? ### What time is check-in at Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub? ### What time is check-out at Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub? ### Where is Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 15 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neal J. 12 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house for a family We had a great time here. Heaps of space and things to do for the kids. Great location. Definitely recommend ##### Neal J. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia C. 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything you need We had 7 adults and 2 toddlers and this property had something for everyone - fantastic layout, plenty of space, lots of extras and the kids were well catered for with their own designated play area - a true home away from home with lovely walks on your doorstep. ##### Julia C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon C. 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lakeside Bach We loved our stay. Heaps of entertainment at the house for both adults and kids. Right next to Botanical gardens for walks. Clean tidy. Highly recommend. ##### Sharon C. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angilene P. 9 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden Gem! Loved and enjoyed our stay in the beautiful house. The house offered lots of options to keep us entertained. Thank you so much for this experience ❣️ ##### Angilene P. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Cyrus F. 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very clean and well appointed place. Good location. Some warmer more soft tone lighting would be a game changer! ##### Cyrus F. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances H. 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### weekend trip Was a Great experience. The house is lovely and spacious. Has everything you need. Would definitely stay again ##### Frances H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mitchell C. 4 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Away Great place to stay, exceeded expectations. Comfortable sleeping arrangements for a group of 8\. Will be back next year if you'll have us! ##### Mitchell C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean C. 31 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Taupo Hideaway Whilst not a lake front property, this was a great place to stay. The house slept 8 of us comfortably. Spacious living areas allowed everyone to spread out and relax. Well appointed with everything you need. ##### Sean C. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Sorrel Elizabeth O. 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location with lots of walking, cycling opps. The kitchen was very well appointed, with everything we needed for food prep and eating. Fantastic range of games for adults and children, with two dedicated game spaces. Outdoor area was secure for kids, awesome spa and eating areas, good barbecue, and great access to the Botanic Gardens via two gates.Dining chairs do need replacing, they were extremely uncomfortable. The bed under the bunk also needs new mattress. Apart from that, we are keen to return as the kids absolutely loved it! ##### Karen Sorrel Elizabeth O. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lissy S. 14 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Absolutely loved our time away. House was brilliant and enjoyed by all Will deffently stay again😊 ##### Lissy S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah R. 12 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Comfortable Stay Comfortable house everything we needed super clean and in a good location. Thank you ##### Sarah R. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grant T. 8 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Iron man weekend We were thrilled right from the beginning of our stay with the thoughtfulness and detail with the presentation of this beautiful home. We felt rested comfortable and delighted to share our experience with friends who felt the same way. Thank you for making our holiday such a pleasant experience. ##### Grant T. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020 ---