Title: Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. 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 # Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Taupō ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/257f853e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/c9438ab1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/0bf0222b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/59188af4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/29ec61bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Lake Taupō, Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Free WiFi £94 includes taxes & fees 6 Nov - 7 Nov ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. Brand new Guest house/ sleepout in Richmond Heights by the Botanical garden. Completely private in a peaceful quiet location. Sleeps 4 people. Self- check in and checkout. Offers one bedroom with queen bed, one open kitchen/living area with full-size kitchen and induction stove, The nood sofa bed in the living area converts into the queen size bed or 2 x single beds and a toilet. 2 min drive/ 10 min walk to 2 mile bay Taupo lake. 5 min to the countdown supermarket. 500m to the closest convenience store, Liquor store & Restaurant. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows ## Similar properties ![Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69550000/69546300/69546296/253aafb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ika Nui Taupo Taupō Central - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 341 reviews £80 includes taxes & fees 10 Nov - 11 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=69546296&PinnedHotelID=69546296&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878800/37878718/baf7c217.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Village Resort Taupō Central - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 354 reviews £171 includes taxes & fees 12 Nov - 13 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=37878718&PinnedHotelID=37878718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10950000/10947300/10947201/8c8995b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments Taupō Central - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.4 Very good 715 reviews £73 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=10947201&PinnedHotelID=10947201&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46340000/46332100/46332035/b7335b06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. 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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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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 ![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-38.71633%2C176.09772&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2FL1ea_wIJXIfnAwEi8YEWG9chA=) Taupo, Waikato #### What's nearby - Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles - Spa Thermal Park - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive - ‪Industrie French Kitchen - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake.? > As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. on 6 Nov 2025 start from £94.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Hotels-Brand-New-GuesthouseCompletely-Private2-Min-Drive-Or-10-Min-Walk-To-The-Lake.h112843071.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. located? > Located in Richmond Heights, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupō. Three Mile Bay and Taupō Hot Springs are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. Reviews 9.6 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara K. 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Checkin was simple. The accomm was private, clean, very warm and comfortable with many added extras in the pantry!! ##### Barbara K. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanja H. 18 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy little guesthouse close to the waterfront We stayed three nights and would definitely come again.Everything is brandnew and our host got out of his way to organise everything that was still missing (like extra blankets, chairs).The kitchen is fully equipped, ##### Tanja H. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Simone P. 24 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy We enjoyed our stay. I did book thinking it had a dryer and washing machine as listed but once I had booked the information I received stated no laundry facilities. She did say she would correct it on the description. I see it’s a new property so maybe some tips for future guests, hand towels are a must in bathroom, we were drying our hand on little face cloths, hangers in wardrobe and a welcome book with wifi info would add nice little touches. ##### Simone P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayden M. 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Warm welcoming place Just what we wanted ##### Hayden M. 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