Title: Home Away From Home - Taupo 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 home # Home Away From Home - Taupo Holiday home with balcony, near Lake Taupō ## Photo gallery for Home Away From Home - Taupo ![Outdoor dining - Home Away From Home - Taupo (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103060000/103057900/103057877/cc7e62fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Home Away From Home - Taupo (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103060000/103057900/103057877/8a4f88e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Home Away From Home - Taupo (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103060000/103057900/103057877/c65c46c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Home Away From Home - Taupo (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103060000/103057900/103057877/effb2e23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Home Away From Home - Taupo (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103060000/103057900/103057877/9e3522a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies My Stays: Elevating Your Holiday Experience offers a haven for families, situated just 150 metres from the lake and 3 minutes drive to Taupo Town Centre. This four-bedroom home features a heatpump/air-conditioning unit, three bedrooms on the main level, a covered deck and BBQ area with fully fenced backyard. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - 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. ### Home Away From Home - Taupo Welcome to My Stays: Elevating Your Holiday Experience At My Stays, 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. Welcome to your Home Away From Home, just a stones throw from the lake. The perfect family holiday-spot only 150 metres from the waters-edge. Conveniently located only 3 minutes drive to Taupo Town Centre. This 4 bedroom home is ideal for families who want to get out for a day of exploring our beautiful town, and then sit back and enjoy the stunning lake-views at the end of the day. Regardless of the season, the heatpump/air-conditioning unit will keep you comfortable. The main level of the home consists of three bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchen, dining and living area. The dining area opens out onto the covered deck and BBQ area. The back yard is fully fenced. Bedding configuration on the main level is: Bedroom One - 1x King\* Bedroom Two -1x Queen, Bedroom Three - 2x Singles. Bedroom Four - 4x Single beds (This room is beneath the house and does not have internal access, so it will not be suitable for young children without an adult. This room has a TV. \*The king bed can be split into 2x singles upon request - please ensure you let us know at least 7 days prior to your arrival, otherwise this will be a King bed. This property is very close to the neighbours, and whilst there are multiple single-beds, we are only welcoming families, and quiet groups to enjoy the home. Strictly no loud groups, no paties and no events. Noise disturbances to the neighbours will not be tolerated. The house must be left tidy. Dishes must be washed, dried and put away before departure. The BBQ must be left clean. Please note - there is no garage access. Please note: A 2.3% surcharge is charged on all credit/debit card transactions ## Property amenities ### 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 - 1 bathroom ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107450000/107447900/107447883/09bf5934.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Poppy's Bach - 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Taupō Central - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=111937570&PinnedHotelID=111937570&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 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 This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 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 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-MERE-ROAD-78 ## 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-38.69787%2C176.08484&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ggoB9yNO4CuLtrwZP5kMJ-64KY8=) Taupo, New Zealand #### What's nearby - Taupō Hot Springs \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Taupō Museum and Art Gallery \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Spa Thermal Park \- 2 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp \- 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk - ‪Cafe Baku - ‬20 min walk - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬20 min walk - ‪Millennium Hotel & Resort - ‬16 min walk - ‪Indian Affair - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Home Away From Home - Taupo pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Home Away From Home - Taupo? ### What time is check-in at Home Away From Home - Taupo? ### What time is check-out at Home Away From Home - Taupo? ### Where is Home Away From Home - Taupo located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Home Away From Home - Taupo 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael M. 13 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home fabulous view Everything we needed for a family get together. Spacious living, gorgeous view and well located. ##### Rachael M. 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