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# Kinder Cottage

Holiday home in Taupō with patio

## Photo gallery for Kinder Cottage

![Dining - Kinder Cottage (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98540000/98532400/98532308/3bbe19e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![Outdoor dining - Kinder Cottage (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98540000/98532400/98532308/980e5be2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Kinder Cottage (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98540000/98532400/98532308/1bc7c465.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Exterior detail - Kinder Cottage (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98540000/98532400/98532308/adaf4517.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![TV - Kinder Cottage (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98540000/98532400/98532308/8cdcacd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

In the heart of Acacia Bay, Kinder Cottage offers a charming retreat for families and friends alike. Enjoy morning tea in the sun-kissed conservatory with views of Mt Tauhara, or unwind in the fully fenced backyard with a Webber BBQ and firepit. With Sky TV, tennis racquets, and nearby Besley park's playgrounds just a 10-minute walk away.

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

## Popular amenities

- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Kinder Cottage

Superbly located in Acacia Bay, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage has everything you need for your family holiday, work trip or a catch up with friends.   
  
Enjoy your morning cuppa tea or coffee in the conservatory with views of Mt Tauhara and the Great Lake Taupo in the distance. The fully fenced private back yard is a perfect outdoor play area for children and also doubles as the entertainers delight with Weber BBQ, fire-pit and outdoor furniture.   
  
Keep warm and cozy in the winter months and comfortably cool in the summer with a heat pump/ air conditioning unit in the main living area and electric panel heaters and fans in both bedrooms.   
  
There is plenty to keep everyone entertained with Sky TV provided and if you'd like to stretch the legs and get some fresh air - Besley park is just 10-minute walk away where you'll find a pirate themed playground, tennis courts, community hall and recreation reserve. Bring your own sports equipment or make the most of the tennis racquets provided. Acacia Bay's ever popular swimming spot is only a 3-minute (1.5km) drive away, or bring the boat and launch it at Acacia Bay South Boat ramp, only a 4-minute drive away.   
  
The Kinder Cottage is a handy location to the Acacia Bay shopping centre where you'll find a convenience store, garden centre and the Bay Bar and Brasserie which only a 2-minute walk away. Taupo's town centre is 6-minute drive where you will be close to all of the best restaurants, cafe's, shops and attractions that Taupo has to offer.  
  
Parking - 2 x off street parking + on street parking. Sorry the garage is not for guest use.   
  
Kinder Cottage is a popular location for groups of up to 4 guests.   
  
Linen included – we are a holiday home management company who uses professionally laundered linen & towels.   
  
Exit clean included in nightly rate.   
  
No pets. Strictly no parties/events or loud groups.   
  
Bedding configuration is: Bedroom 1: 1 x queen. Bedroom 2: 2 x singles. 1 x portacot.  
  
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

- 2 bedrooms

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio

### 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)

### General

- Garden

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## 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

Children are welcome

### 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 

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-KINDER-STREET-11A

## About the area

Acacia Bay, a neighbourhood in Taupō, is home to this holiday home. Lake Taupō and Waikato River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Hot Springs are also worth visiting. [Visit our Taupō travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taupo.dx3571)

[View more Holiday homes in Taupō](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3571-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)

![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-38.69904%2C176.03278&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PBKqbGOLOjAIb0-OcR_aDCSQhq4=)

Taupo, Waikato

### What's nearby

- ![Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery which includes indigenous culture and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108148/85b9e1ac-522e-496d-ab35-273a79517548.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Taupō Museum and Art Gallery  
4 min drive \- 3.1 miles
- ![rotorua lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974614317/4854363f-28cb-40d1-88c4-2e121bb56d0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Spa Thermal Park  
6 min drive \- 4.4 miles
- Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp  
4 min drive \- 2.9 miles
- Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre  
4 min drive \- 3.1 miles
- A.C. Baths  
7 min drive \- 4.9 miles

### Getting around

- Taupō Airport (TUO)  
21 min drive

### Restaurants

- McDonald's  
7 min drive
- Dixie Brown's Cafe  
7 min drive
- Cafe Baku  
7 min drive
- Replete Food Company  
6 min drive
- Waterside  
6 min drive

## Frequently asked questions

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## Kinder Cottage Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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10 - Excellent

2

8 - Good

0

6 - Okay

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4 - Poor

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2 - Terrible

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 10

Location

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Chris V.

16 Mar 2025

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

#### Stunning Views

Great location and amazing views, thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

##### Chris V.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Sofia S.

10 Jan 2025

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

#### Perfect

The location was just perfect, 5 minute walk to the lake. Gorgeous view of the lake through the windows, layout of the house was perfect, my partner and I were even talking about how we would even live there. 

##### Sofia S.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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