Title: Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=46332035&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. Lakefront apartment with kitchen, near Lake Taupō ## Photo gallery for Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. ![Outdoor dining - Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. (Waipahihi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46340000/46332100/46332035/b7335b06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap - Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. 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(Waipahihi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46340000/46332100/46332035/4a007fbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac near Waipahihi Bay, this luxurious apartment offers breathtaking views of the lake and mountains. Enjoy sunset views from the front of the property, explore nearby Taupo on bicycles provided or simply relax with free off-street parking. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. Luxurious recently-renovated detached dwelling in Waipahihi Bay, 3 minutes' walk from the lakefront and a 4 minute drive from central Taupo. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, this apartment is brand-new as of late 2019, and is perfect for a couple looking for a relaxing getaway, plus a double sofa bed. Free off-street parking is available immediately outside, and bicycles are available to explore the area. Sunset views of the lake and mountains are visible from the front of the property and main house. ( roll away sofa bed is in the bedroom ... all beds in one room) Please don't drive up driveway as access and turn around is very tight. Plenty of parking out front. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Ski lift privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a lake ### Things to do - Bicycles - Optional golf privileges - Ski lift privileges - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31100000/31095500/31095480/81b718c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy and secluded holiday home Hatepe - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill 9.4 Exceptional 100 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=31095480&PinnedHotelID=31095480&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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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area Located on a lake, this apartment is in Waipahihi, a neighbourhood in Taupō. Lake Taupō and Maori Carvings reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Hot Springs. Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cycling nearby. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. 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 77 8 - Good 12 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul B. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Exactly as advertised, Jeremy the host is the friendly and Charlie our dog loved it as well, lovely quiet area. ##### Paul B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Makenzy 5 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Place was very nice and quite ##### Makenzy Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Hannah T. 12 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Clean and comfortable, great location ##### Hannah T. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gemma k. 20 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent accommodation Great location and very comfortable. ##### Gemma k. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julianne T. 17 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent stay Great locality, well appointed, private and very comfortable. Jeremy was an excellent host ##### Julianne T. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Graham W. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short stay Comfortable accommodation with no bells and whistles. Quiet location. ##### Graham W. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Van S. 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lodging and Hospitality were fabulous This is a sweet little apartment with everything you nees for a comfortable stay and so close to Lake Taupo. You can walk a couple hundred yards to a hot beach and path along the lake. The best thing about this place is the warm and friendly host. We loves our stay ##### Van S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda W. 22 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome This was a great place to stay, had everything we needed close to the lake and not to far from town. We would definitely stay here again ##### Linda W. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oliver E. 8 Apr 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay The unit was peaceful and private, and we felt very much at home. Jeremy was a kind and welcoming host and we felt very comfortable. The location was wonderful - just a short walk to the lakeside and cafe, and close enough to town you could walk. Highly tecommended ##### Oliver E. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack B. 22 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Terrific Taupo stay Really enjoyed getting to meet Jeremy - a very kind and thoughtful host. The location was close to the waterfront and a short hop to downtown- fantastic! ##### Jack B. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian R. 23 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay in Taupo Excellant stay, overall lovely comfortable place.Clean and tidy unit. Location is great, quiet and not far from Taupo town. Jeremy is a great host. ##### Gillian R. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ffvv F. 3 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Needed some where to stay in taupo and this place was Great for the price ##### Ffvv F. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Fleur K. 16 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfectly located We had s as n excellent stay. The apartment is clean and modern, and perfectly located between the township and popular lake walks and swimming spots. Jeremy(host) was very helpful and accommodating. ##### Fleur K. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary M. 19 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ironman supporter Great location to support a family Ironman participant. Made great use of the bikes available at the property. ##### Mary M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona G. 11 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect & Lovely It was very comfy and nice. Everything made easy.I felt very lucky to be there.Totally enjoyed it. ##### Fiona G. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lizabeth S. 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable apartment, great location This was a nice apartment and only a short walk to the lake. Quiet and comfortable. Nicely appointed kitchen, featuring a full size fridge with an ice maker! Jeremy was a delight and a breeze to work with as our host! ##### Lizabeth S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex K. 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxed stay in Taupo Loved the quiet and secluded courtyard with the view of the lake while also being sheltered from the wind. Safe for our little dog to have a wander as well. Location was great with a short drive into Taupo town. Bed was very clean and comfortable and we slept very well during our stay. We would happily stay agin! ##### Alex K. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey M. 27 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Lovely quiet unit in a beautiful part of Taupo. Recommend and will book again! ##### Tracey M. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean F. 9 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Experience The property is in a great location. Nice and quiet and easy walking to town. Accommodation was very nice with all the amenities we needed. Perfect for a long weekend, or longer. Will definitley be staying again. ##### Sean F. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul R. 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### TOP SPOT VERY COMFORTABLE, CLEAN AND QUITE. CLOSE TO TOWN & GOOD RESTAURANTS. WILL BE BACK. ##### Paul R. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay B. 26 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Taupo experience An excellent host and location. We do intend going back. ##### Lindsay B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location A modern, clean and comfortable apartment with absolutely all necessities. Great being so close to the lake and walking paths around it. Luckily for me Jeremy had a fold-up dog fence for my disobedient little dog, otherwise I’m sure I would have been leaving Taupo without her!!! I hope to stay there again next year. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Preston O. 28 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good house Clean and nice ##### Preston O. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John B., Wanganui 24 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Happy chappy Enjoyed my stay, nice and cosy very well appointed and host Jeremy was helpful and accommodating. Will definitely stay again, nice view of the lake too. John B ##### John B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike R. 9 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Taupo apartment This is a great spot, close enough to town, quiet and with a view of and access to the water. The unit is well set up and comfortable. Easy to organise with the host. Enjoyable stay. ##### Mike R. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ---