Title: Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck 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 # Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck ## Photo gallery for Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck ![TV - Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck (Taupō)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747412/a52d79f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Microwave, dishwasher - Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck (Taupō)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747412/10771584.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck (Taupō)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747412/eceb0e43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, dishwasher - Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck (Taupō)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747412/83875aab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck (Taupō)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747412/0a22584f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom840 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space £196 includes taxes & fees 26 Feb - 27 Feb ## 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. ### Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck Our charming 3 bedroom home surrounded by greenery, will encourage you to relax and unwind. Very cosy in winter with the heat pump and & spa bath. Spacious and inviting the house comfortably suits 2-6 guests. Linen is included in the nightly price. Very handy to town for all your events, or sightseeing. A charming 3 bedroom home, that will encourage you to relax and unwind. Spacious and inviting it will comfortably suit 2-7 guests. Very handy to town for all your events, or sightseeing. Three bedrooms- queen, queen & 2 x single bed with trundler. Lounge & Dining-open plan with air con/heat pump. Ceramic cooktop, dishwasher and microwave in kitchen. Filtered water. Spa bath & shower with underfloor heating throughout bathroom, toilet and laundry for those chilly winter mornings. Guests will have access to the entire house, with parking for two or three cars in front/behind house and extra parking kerbside. Shared driveway with hosts, as we live in back property. No garage access. Here in lovely Nukuhau we are very close to town and surrounding areas. Just down the road to River Reserve for the Summer Concert. Also handy to Great Lake Center for Ironman, Half Marathon, Cycle Challenge Events etc. 15-25 mins walk to town & Lake. 5 mins drive to the famous Wairakei Terraces Hot Pools. 2 mins drive to town. Taupo Connector Bus for local bus trips. As guests you will have access to the entire house, with parking for two or three cars in front/behind house and extra parking kerbside, section is fully fenced and gated. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - 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 ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 840 square feet ## Similar properties ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1668700/1668649/755dfeb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor Wairakei - 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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 not indicated whether 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 208411 ## About the area Nukuhau, a neighbourhood in Taupō, is home to this holiday home. Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Golf Club Taupō are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Taupō and Waikato River. Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths 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-38.67558%2C176.06442&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tzfRoP8hroqIwsCENJDtnJjPO-g=) Taupō, 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 2 min drive \- 0.9 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 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - ![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 5 min drive \- 2.9 miles - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre 19 min walk \- 1.1 miles - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp 1 min drive \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 17 min drive ### Restaurants - Replete Food Company 3 min drive - Waterside 3 min drive - Japan Deli 19 min walk - Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe 3 min drive - Crafty TROUT Brewing Co. 17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck? ### What time is check-in at Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck? ### What time is check-out at Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck? ### Where is Richards - Spacious, charming, private and cosy, with Spa Bath and large outdoor deck located? ## Have a question? 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