Title: Town Gem at Lake Taupo Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Town Gem at Lake Taupo Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Lake Taupō ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101196900/101196825/7c9b7ff2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101196900/101196825/7b9f8fc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101196900/101196825/3b0508e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101196900/101196825/f42e693e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101196900/101196825/f842b4df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in the heart of Taupo, this charming home offers a large deck with a BBQ for summer evenings and a spacious garden where kids can play. With three bedrooms sleeping up to eight guests and plenty of parking, including room for a small boat, this is an ideal retreat for families. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Town Gem at Lake Taupo Bring the family to this little gem in the heart of Taupo. Just a 10 minute walk to town and to the lake. The property sleeps 8 with 2 queen beds and 2 single bunk beds. There is a large deck with a bbq for all your grilling pleasure during the summer evenings. The large garden is great for the kids to let off some steam, although the garden is not fully fenced. There is plenty of parking and enough room for a small boat. The garage is also for guest use. Bedroom 1 - Queen bed Bedroom 2 - Queen bed Bedroom 3 - 2 x single bunks Bathroom, separate toilet and the shower is in the laundry. \*\*\*\*\*Please note as at 20.12.2023 I am waiting for an internet fault to be fixed. With the holidays coming up I don't know when that will be \*\*\*\*\* ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747460/2c0ae235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Front Living - directly across from Lake Taupō. Spectacular deck views of lake and mountains Taupō Central - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking available 8.0 Very good 1 review £204 includes taxes & fees 5 Oct - 6 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=114747460&PinnedHotelID=114747460&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119234700/119234669/bd69cb08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wakeman Cottage Summa Acacia Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=119234669&PinnedHotelID=119234669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32890000/32889300/32889263/5e793109.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family and friends getaway Wharewaka - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=32889263&PinnedHotelID=32889263&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112460000/112451600/112451510/87a99297.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Acacia Bay Views - Large Family Home with Stunning Views Acacia Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 1 review £283 includes taxes & fees 29 Oct - 30 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=112451510&PinnedHotelID=112451510&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111120000/111113600/111113510/76c85451.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large Family Home - 2 Mile Bay Two Mile Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=111113510&PinnedHotelID=111113510&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104450000/104445800/104445784/80e619a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Terrace Lockwood Taupo Waipahihi - Hot tub - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=104445784&PinnedHotelID=104445784&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114160000/114155800/114155747/w1349h899x0y0-3bc7bcc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kasopo Cottage - Lake Taupo Wharewaka - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=114155747&PinnedHotelID=114155747&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878800/37878718/baf7c217.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Village Resort Taupō Central - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 347 reviews £128 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=37878718&PinnedHotelID=37878718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104450000/104445800/104445738/90306acc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Hop Skip & Jump to the Lake Taupō Central - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=104445738&PinnedHotelID=104445738&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115040000/115039000/115038965/207cb4aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shepherds Retreat - spacious comfort & serenity. Ideal for families or groups Waipahihi - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=115038965&PinnedHotelID=115038965&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 ### 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 352044 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.686687,176.08205&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:tbbkFy_vq%60%40%3FS%3FQ%40U%3FQ%40U%40Q%3FUBU%40Q%40S%40SBQBSBSBS%40QDQBUDQBQDQDSDQDQDQFQDSFQDQFQFMHSFQFOHMFQHOFOHQHMJOHMHMHMJOHKJOJKJOJKJKJKJKJKLKJKLKLIJILKLGLILGJINILGLELINELGLGNCLENGLENANELCNALEPCLANCN%3FLAN%3FNCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%40N%3FLBN%40NBNDL%40NBLDN%40NDLFNDLBLFNFLDLHLDNFLHLHLFLHJFLHLJLHJJLJJJJJJJLJHJLJHNJJJNHJJNJLHLHLHNHLHPHNFNHPFLHNFPFRFLFPDPFPFRDLFPDTDPBRDPDPBPDTBPBPBRBRBR%40P%40RBR%40P%40T%40T%40P%3FT%40P%3FT%3FP%3FR%3FT%3FP%3FTAP%3FTAPATARAPCTAPAPCTCPCTCPCPETCPEPEPCPERERGRELGPGPERGPGLGPGRILGNIPGNINIPILINILILKLKNIJKLKLILMJIJMLKJKHKLMJKJMHMJMFKHMFMHMHMFOHMDMHMBOHMDMDODMFOBOBMDO%40MBODOBO%40MBO%3FO%40O%3FO%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAO%3FOCMAQCMEOCMAOEOCMCOGMEOEMEMIOCMIMEMIOGKIMIMGMIMKKGMIMKKKMMKIKKKMKKKKKMKMKMIKKOIMIMIMKOIMIQGOIOGQIOGMGSIQGMGQESGQEQGQEQEQESEQEQCQEQCUEQAQCUCQCUCQAQAUAQCS%3FUAQAU%3FQAU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jovBd2c_H_r0cF-t6iqcRSMZ_b8=) Taupo, Waikato #### What's nearby - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile - Spa Thermal Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles - Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 9 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬9 min walk - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬11 min walk - ‪Embra - ‬11 min walk - ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Town Gem at Lake Taupo pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Town Gem at Lake Taupo? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Town Gem at Lake Taupo? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Town Gem at Lake Taupo located? > Located in Taupō Central, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupō, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery. Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Waikato River are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Town Gem at Lake Taupo Reviews 9.4 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James M. 22 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location & tidy Nice older style house in a great location. ##### James M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### don x. 17 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute hose close in city Very clean, had everything setup for us. ##### don x. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Corbyn B. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy ##### Corbyn B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Dean Dublin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-The-Dean-Dublin.h9631937.Hotel-Information) > > [Stone Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Stone-Villa.h3167260.Hotel-Information) > > [The Horseshoe Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shepton-Mallet-Hotels-The-Horseshoe-Inn.h92811866.Hotel-Information) > > [Pet-Friendly Hotels in Aviemore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aviemore-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d4309-tPetFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Wells](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels.d5466.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Rhodes Town, Luxurious 4 bedroom villa, private swimming pool, 10 persons](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rhodes-Hotels-Rhodes-Town.h46082882.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Teruel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Teruel-Hotels.d180892.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Kings Head Masham by Greene King Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ripon-Hotels-Kings-Head-Masham-By-Greene-King-Inns.h16141203.Hotel-Information) > > [Thaisun Bangkok Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bangkok-Hotels-Thaisun-Bangkok-Hotel.h44256120.Hotel-Information) > > [Ambasciatori Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Montecatini-Terme-Hotels-Ambasciatori-Palace.h2541685.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Hot Tubs in Málaga](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Malaga-Hotels-Hotels-With-Hot-Tubs.0-0-d312-tHotelsWithHotTubs.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The River Lee Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cork-Hotels-The-River-Lee-Hotel.h13650.Hotel-Information) > > [Soho Boutique Equitativa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Malaga-Hotels-Soho-Boutique-Equitativa.h64615781.Hotel-Information) > > [The George Inn Middle Wallop](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockbridge-Hotels-The-George-Inn-Middle-Wallop.h60645569.Hotel-Information) > > [Olympia Sun Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rhodes-Hotels-Olympia-Sun-Hotel.h56508300.Hotel-Information) > > [Listel Whistler, a Coast Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whistler-Hotels-The-Listel-Hotel-Whistler.h13895.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Bannatyne Durham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durham-Hotels-Hotel-Bannatyne-Durham.h1770049.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Gatwick (LGW) to Porto (OPO)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lgw/opo/london-to-porto) > > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Farnborough (FAB)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/fab/manchester-to-farnborough) > > [flights from london city airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/airports/lcy/flights-from-london-city-airport) ### Cars > [Car hire in Villajoyosa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Villajoyosa.d180888.Car-Hire-Guide) > > [Van Car Hire in Italy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Van-Car-Rentals-In-Italy.d86-tVan.Car-Rental-Destination-Class) > > [Car hire in London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-London.d178279.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Tenerife](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Tenerife.d6047194.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Golfo Aranci](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Golfo-Aranci.d182133.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Savelletri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Savelletri.d6023641.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Moraira Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moraira.d6130306.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Porto Moniz Natural Pools](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Moniz-Natural-Pools-Porto-Moniz.d6081841.Attraction) > > [Skegness Aquarium](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Aquarium-Skegness.d553248623255446766.Attraction) > > [Cullera Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cullera.d182312.Holidays-City-Breaks)