Title: Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style 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 # Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Taupō ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112880000/112878400/112878380/9d99c3c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112880000/112878400/112878380/f43ed1fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112880000/112878400/112878380/1dc1cad4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112880000/112878400/112878380/a68d9ffb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112880000/112878400/112878380/w1497h841x0y2-29edc4f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style Kensington Estate – Stylish Retreat with Stunning Lake Views Welcome to Kensington Estate, a beautifully furnished 2-bedroom upstairs retreat with a private entrance, located near Taupō’s stunning 2 Mile Bay. The Space 🏡 Private Upstairs Retreat – This is a self-contained upper-level unit in a split home, offering your own private entrance and separate living space for a peaceful stay. ✨ Accommodates up to 5 guests 🛏 Bedding configuration: Master Bedroom: 1x King-size bed Second Bedroom: 1x Sofa bed, 1x Single bed Why You'll Love It 🌅 Breathtaking Views – Wraparound decks with outdoor seating offer stunning lake views and unforgettable sunsets 🌿 Private & Peaceful – A second deck overlooks a tranquil bush reserve, where you can wake up to the sound of native birds 🍽 Modern & Spacious – Open-plan living with a fully equipped kitchen for your convenience 🔥 ❄ All-Season Comfort – Heat pump/air conditioning to keep you cozy year-round 📺 Entertainment & Connectivity – Smart TV and Wi-Fi included Location 📍 Just 5km from Taupō town centre, making it the perfect base for your holiday adventures We provide quality bedding and towels to ensure a comfortable stay. Book now and experience the best of Taupō at Kensington Estate! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling 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) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114950000/114948600/114948578/be97b271.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Water Views Apartment | Stylish 3BR Villa with Pool & Lake Access Nukuhau - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=114948578&PinnedHotelID=114948578&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110410000/110402500/110402448/4712092e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heart of Taupo - Apartment Taupō Central - Pool - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=110402448&PinnedHotelID=110402448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100370000/100367500/100367435/5bbf3b00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bach in old Wharewaka well located for a fabulous lake holiday. 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Cosy apartment 5 minutes walk to lake and beach Wharewaka - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=111976537&PinnedHotelID=111976537&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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 ## About the area Richmond Heights, a neighbourhood in Taupō, is home to this holiday home. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hunting. [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-38.71382%2C176.09375&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Tu5Y8AXrabAJFtlaPIqm29tLMRA=) Taupo, Waikato ### What's nearby - Taupō Hot Springs - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles - Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles - Spa Thermal Park - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive - ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬14 min walk - ‪Industrie French Kitchen - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Fish Box - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style located? > Located in Richmond Heights, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Taupō, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Three Mile Bay. Taupō Hot Springs and Four Mile Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style Reviews 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### No reviews yet Be the first to leave a review for this property after your stay.