Title: Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate 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 chalet # Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate ## Photo gallery for Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate ![Outdoor dining - Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119680000/119677600/119677600/28b33f5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119680000/119677600/119677600/1cc477fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119680000/119677600/119677600/92e9d51c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119680000/119677600/119677600/58d1f283.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119680000/119677600/119677600/99e8d904.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Lake Taupō, Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate has plenty to offer. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire chalet 2 bedrooms3 bathrooms1184 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Air conditioning £176 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec ## 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. ### Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate Closest to the car park and perched at the highest point of the property, Chalet 1 offers sweeping views down Lake Taupō all the way to Mt Tongariro. With golden late-afternoon sun streaming in, it is a warm and restful spot to put your feet up after a day of exploring. Each chalet is: - 2 levels - 2 bedrooms - an internal area of 110 square metres Each chalet can accommodate 4-5 guests comfortably, and up to 7 guests at a squeeze by utilising the small sofa bed in the lounge. On the ground floor is a full size kitchen, lounge, dining, laundry, toilet, and outdoor deck with a BBQ. Upstairs is two bedrooms (both with ensuite bathrooms): The master bedroom has a super king bed, study desk, lake views and an outdoor deck. The bedding in the second bedroom can be made up to provide for either: - two king single beds; or - three single beds (by pulling out a 3rd single trundler bed); or - a super king bed (by pulling the two king single beds together). Heating options include wood burning fire, or heat pump system. Free ultra fast fibre WIFI is included. Each chalet has a 43" Smart TV, for guests to view live TV, or log in to their preferred streaming app accounts (eg. Netflix, Neon, Sky Sport, TV on demand, etc). 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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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector 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 660338 ## 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-38.68655%2C176.06270&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nDlQandEz9rvsske4FFLeC4aqUk=) Taupo #### What's nearby - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Taupō Museum and Art Gallery \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Spa Thermal Park \- 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Taupō Hot Springs \- 5 min drive \- 2.5 miles #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Coffee Club - ‬4 min drive - ‪Japan Deli - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate? ### How much is parking at Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate? ### What time is check-in at Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate? ### What time is check-out at Chalet 1, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate? ## Have a question? 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