Title: Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3571&destination=Taup%C5%8D%2C+Waikato%2C+New+Zealand&selected=88969837&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time ## Photo gallery for Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time ![TV - Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969837/602facf2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969837/66131285.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969837/f67b26be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969837/17051745.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969837/d545faa4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to this family-sized home in Taupo, perfectly set up for year-round holidays with 9 guests. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, deck, and lake views or fire up the BBQ. You're close to DeBretts thermal baths and tranquil botanical gardens. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bathroomsSleeps 9172 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - 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. ### Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time Family sized home we hope you enjoy. Setup for 9 people especially for your year round holiday! Enjoy the relaxed space of this home, you will love the deck and lake views. Fire up the BBQ or walk to one of the best fish’n’chip takeaways in Taupo. enjoy & explore our fabulous activities and hospitality. Or just relax & enjoy creating memories of a lifetime, I’ll bet you book for next year. This house is close to everywhere and positioned for views of the lake, walk to the famous DeBretts thermal baths or explore the tranquil nature at botanical gardens and close to the 2 mile bay boat ramp. Downstairs there is a garage, queen bedroom, single bedroom, bathroom and laundry. Upstairs a queen bedroom, a twin bedroom, bathroom, open lounge with a double sofa bed, dining and kitchen making this a great location for 2 families or the extended family. We offer longer stay discounts. The whole home is yours to access and enjoy Plenty of space for the boat, bikes, jet ski or your lake toys of choice in the garage or carport. We like to give our guests their privacy but Kerry is available by phone or text to answer any questions and we are only ever 10-15 minutes drive away if needed in an emergency. This is a very safe and family friendly neighbourhood. Car, bike, scooter or walking. Rotorua is only one hours drive and Hawkes Bay within 1.5 hours drive for a day of sightseeing and for the active traveller the Ski field and Tongariro crossing is an 1.5 hours drive. The Glowworm Caves are also 2 hours drive and Hobbiton 1.5 hours making Taupo the heart of the North Island and the perfect place to stay and explore from. Please be respectful of the neighbourhood and so no parties and no noise after 11 pm. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake ### 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 - Unit size: 172 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476900/104476811/ffb8c10b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Botanical Hideaway with Hot Tub Richmond Heights - Hot tub - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=104476811&PinnedHotelID=104476811&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104450000/104445800/104445789/8cd73d37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax @ Richmond Heights Richmond Heights - Hot tub - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=104445789&PinnedHotelID=104445789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476800/104476776/841e04e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Taupo Gem Wharewaka - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.4 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=104476776&PinnedHotelID=104476776&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 - Hot tub - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=104476828&PinnedHotelID=104476828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/59188af4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. 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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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 493542 ## About the area Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Waipahihi, a neighbourhood in Taupō. Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Hot Springs. A.C. Baths and Spa Thermal Park 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-38.71000%2C176.09700&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=v9glrbF0QcW25qUA9iXhblT644w=) Taupo, Waikato ### What's nearby - ![Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108150/01b29e58-e4a9-4240-a58d-af1c460f5475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Taupō Hot Springs 11 min walk \- 0.6 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 4 min drive \- 2.7 miles - Waipahihi Botanical Gardens 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Wairakei Geothermal Power Station 2 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Three Mile Bay 2 min drive \- 1.4 miles ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 6 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 5 min drive - Dixie Brown's Cafe 7 min drive - Starbucks 3 min drive - Cafe Baku 6 min drive - Industrie French Kitchen 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time? ### What time is check-in at Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time? ### What time is check-out at Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time? ### Where is Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mercy of Lake Taupo- family time + lake time 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 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darrin B. 8 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely clean and comfortable ‘bach’, quiet and a great location ##### Darrin B. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan M. 26 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mother in laws 80th Excellent location for where we wanted to be for family get together. Plenty of room, great shower pressure. ##### Susan M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan M. 22 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Jonathan M. 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