Title: Woodward House 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 # Woodward House Taupo Holiday home with balcony, near Lake Taupō ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100050000/100049300/100049247/07de992e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100050000/100049300/100049247/228afa11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100050000/100049300/100049247/804c1ede.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100050000/100049300/100049247/31ee8f29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100050000/100049300/100049247/9ac8bb8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in Taupo, Woodward House is a spacious holiday home designed for extended families or large groups. With its bright and airy living area, fully equipped kitchen, BBQ and conservatory with stunning views over the lake. Unwind on the balcony off two of the bedrooms or enjoy hours of fun with ping-pong. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 18 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Woodward House Taupo Welcome to Woodward House, a spacious holiday home located in Taupo, set up for extended families or large groups to holiday together. This property features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating up to 18 guests comfortably. With its ample space both indoors and outdoors, Woodward House offers a perfect retreat for your extended family or group. The highlight of this holiday home is its breathtaking views over Taupo and the lake in one direction, and Mount Tauhara in the other, providing a picturesque backdrop for your stay. The first floor living area is bright and spacious, furnished with comfort in mind. The simple yet stylish decor ensures that the views remain the focal point of the home. Open the sliding glass doors and step into the conservatory, where you can enjoy the stunning vista regardless of the weather. For those who love to cook, Woodward House offers a fully equipped kitchen and a BBQ, allowing you to self-cater during your Taupo getaway. Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms with queen size beds, one of which has an ensuite bathroom. Both bedrooms have direct balcony access, allowing you to soak in the beautiful surroundings. Additionally, there is a bunk room on this floor. Downstairs, two bunk rooms are perfectly set up for the kids, ensuring everyone has their own space. In addition to the master ensuite, Woodward House features a family bathroom on each floor, with the top floor boasting a corner spa bath for ultimate relaxation. The ping-pong table will provide hours of fun for young & old. The upstairs level of the home has a ducted gas heating system. There are heaters provided for the downstairs level. Conveniently located just a few minutes' drive from Taupo town centre, Woodward House offers easy access to the amenities and attractions of our beautiful town. Whether you're looking to explore the natural beauty of Taupo or simply relax and enjoy the tranquility, Woodward House is the ideal choice for your next trip. Bedding configuration is - UPSTAIRS: 1x Queen, 1x Queen,1x Queen. DOWNSTAIRS: 1x Bunk with Single over Double, 4x Single Bunk beds. There is also a sofa-bed in the living room. Maximum 18 guests allowed. We provide professionally-laundered bedding and towels. Please note - There are security cameras at the entrances and exits of the home. There are no cameras inside the home. STRICTLY no parties, events or loud groups. The house must be left tidy. Dishes must be washed, dried and put away before departure. All rubbish must be neatly bagged. The BBQ must be left clean. No smoking and no pets allowed. 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 - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104450000/104443800/104443781/4795855f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### All Decked Out on the Lake Acacia Bay - Hot tub - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=104443781&PinnedHotelID=104443781&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115370000/115360100/115360069/5757bc44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Acacia Bay Bach - Views, Spa & Serenity - Taupo Acacia Bay - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=115360069&PinnedHotelID=115360069&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108480000/108478000/108477912/ad8edbe2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Acacia Waters Taupo Acacia Bay - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=108477912&PinnedHotelID=108477912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29690000/29687000/29686960/fdcec020.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Via Del Lago - for family, friends and memories. 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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 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-WOODWARD-STREET-22B ## About the area Nukuhau, a neighbourhood in Taupō, is home to this holiday home. A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Spa Thermal Park and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Taupō Hot Springs and Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley 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-38.67942%2C176.06630&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rskIgjXSzfQomxAIUZKkJE3X08U=) Taupo, Waikato ### What's nearby - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Taupō Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles - Huka Falls - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 14 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬15 min walk - ‪BUBU Coffee Roasters - ‬12 min walk - ‪The Cozy Corner - ‬13 min walk - ‪Suncourt Sushi - ‬13 min walk - ‪Bodyfuel Café - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Woodward House Taupo pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Woodward House Taupo? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Woodward House Taupo? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Woodward House Taupo located? > Located in Nukuhau, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Waikato River and Lake Taupō. Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp 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 ## Woodward House Taupo Reviews 9.6 ### 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 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janette C. 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for a big group Great location, plenty of space, clean and adequate. ##### Janette C. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Sonal 8 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Its a very good place for holidays,only thing was it was really cold downstairs. Over all was really nice staying here for 2 nights. ##### Sonal Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony M. 25 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### perfect house Great place for larger families to stay and in a awesome location, both kids and adults loved it!! ##### Anthony M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Laurie M. 20 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Home for Large Families Great family home, comfy beds, well stocked for plates, glasses etc. Lovely linen and plenty of towels. Would stay again… ##### Laurie M. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hamish B. 15 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Uni Reunion Perfect spot for a long overdue catch up. Had everything we needed and was a clean tidy and well maintained property. Great location too. ##### Hamish B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken W. 3 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend in Taupo Beautiful property. Perfect for our big group. It was actually the 2nd time I’ve stayed there so I knew it wouldn’t disappoint. Thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful property. Cheers Ken ##### Ken W. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michal D. 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome We enjoy our stay in the property, the place is so spacious, we have plenty of beds for everyone. The property is clean and the view is good as well. Will definitely book it again if we are going for a trip in Taupo. ##### Michal D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dishan V. 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy "We recently stayed at this property for two nights over the weekend with our family, which includes our kids, making a total of 17 guests. We were thoroughly impressed with our experience. The cleanliness of the space was outstanding, reflecting the property's commitment to high standards. The spacious layout was perfect for our large group, providing plenty of room for everyone to relax and enjoy their time. The thoughtful amenities made our stay even more enjoyable, and the kids had a great time. Overall, we highly recommend this property and look forward to returning in the future!" ##### Dishan V. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jignesh a. 22 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Feel like home Great view great location house very nice excellent condition and close to everything feel like own home cleanliness 100% When we reach home about 8.30 as soon as open door warm inside everyone is really enjoyed definitely we going back again thanks. ##### jignesh a. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephen R. 2 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Taupo holiday Great size house with lots of space and dining area. Still being renovated and not actually ready for guests. Oven needs to be replaced asap ##### Stephen R. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett C. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Surprise we selected woodward as it could sleep all of my siblings and their children, so we could surprise my mother for her birthday. great house for a crowd, and good location in Taupo do pop out and do things. We all said we would stay there again. ##### Brett C. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024