Title: Bellbird Cottage - Lake Taupo Bach 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 # Bellbird Cottage - Lake Taupo Bach ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38040000/38039500/38039463/12862ede.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38040000/38039500/38039463/95f33666.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38040000/38039500/38039463/a01ff8aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38040000/38039500/38039463/a4f5742d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38040000/38039500/38039463/919b5509.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled amongst the trees, Bellbird Cottage is a tranquil lake base perfect for 1-2 guests. This compact house features an open plan living area, including a kitchenette and dining space with double glazed windows and doors for easy outdoor flow to the 2 decks. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bellbird Cottage - Lake Taupo Bach Bellbird Cottage is a 1 bedroom Waitahanui bach at Lake Taupo. Sitting amongst the trees this compact house is a tranquil lake base - the perfect getaway for 1-2 guests. Just 10 minutes drive from central Taupo, and a hop skip and a jump to the lake for a swim or kayak! This Waitahanui bach has a well presented open plan living, including a kitchenette, dining, and sitting room with all windows and doors double glazed... For easy outdoor flow, unwind on the 2 decks - enjoying a morning coffee on the east facing area and a wine and BBQ on the west facing area that is accessed through the french doors. This is an ideal spot for laid back holiday dining, or simply sit back with a glass of wine and enjoy the peace and quiet! There is 1 bedroom at this Waitahanui accommodation, fitted with one queen bed - ideal for couples. Everything you need for a self-catered, refreshing break away is on hand - stay on site and soak up the serenity, or stroll a few minutes down the street for direct access to the most crystal clear, free flowing river you would ever want to fish or walk along. The Waitahanui River originates from springs at the base of the Kaimanawa Ranges in the Central Plateau, and you will feel especially lucky to have the famous 'Rock Pool' within 5 minutes walk of Bellbird Cottage. There are also many easy walking tracks alongside the river - the cycle and walking tracks take you all the way to Wharewaka from this lovely spot. Plus, the Whakapapa Ski Field is just a 45 minute drive away for winter adventures! Your relaxed lake Taupo hideaway starts here... Welcome to Bellbird Cottage! There is a second dwelling on site that may be occupied during your stay, however the cottage is completely private and not in view of the second dwelling.Due to the location of the property, the mobile service can cut out in bad weather. A heat pump is available in the kitchen, and a small oil column heater is available in the bedroom to keep you warm.While there is no oven at the property, there is a convection oven with two top elements, plus a microwave.As there is no railing on the deck, this property may not be suitable for young children.Pets are not allowed at this propertyPlease note that charging of Electric Vehicles is prohibited at this propertyPlease note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Deck - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 969 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114280000/114274800/114274761/0af5b602.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Snuggery - Taupo Hilltop - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=114274761&PinnedHotelID=114274761&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 £90 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=37878718&PinnedHotelID=37878718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10950000/10947300/10947201/8c8995b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments Taupō Central - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.4 Very good 710 reviews £66 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=10947201&PinnedHotelID=10947201&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46340000/46332100/46332035/b7335b06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. 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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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 Bellbird Taupo Bach Waitahanui Bellbird Cottage - Lake Taupo Bach Waitahanui Bellbird Cottage - Lake Taupo Bach Private vacation home 596072 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.795517,176.0805&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:zjwkFcvuq%60%40%3FU%3FQ%40U%3FQ%40U%40U%3FO%40UBQ%40U%40QBUBQBSBS%40QDUBQDQBQDSDSDQDSDQFQDQFMDSFQFQHOFQFMHSFOHMFQHOHMJOFOJMHOJKHOJKJOJIJOJKJKJKJKLMJGLKLKJILILKLGLIJINGLELILENGLELENELENELENENCLENCLANCNANCNALCN%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%3FNBN%40LBN%40NBL%40NBNDLBNDNDLDNDLDLDNDLFLDLHNDLFLHLHJFLJLHLHLJJJLFJLJJJJLJHJLNHHJNJJHNJJHNJLHNHNHLHNHPFLHNFRHLFPFNFPFPDRFLFPDPDPFRDPBRDRDPBPDPBTBPBRBR%40PBT%40PBT%40P%40T%40N%3FT%40T%40P%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FRAPAT%3FRARARARCRARCRAPCPCTCPCTEPCPEPEPCTEPGPEREPGPGNEPGPGPGNGPILGPINGNIPINILININKLINKJINKHKNIJMNIJMJKJKJKJMHKJMLMFMFMLKFMHMFMHODMFMFMFODMDMDODMDODOFM%40ODOBM%40OBO%40MBO%40OBO%3FO%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FMCOAOCOAOCMAOCMEOAOGMEOEMEOEMEMEOGMGMGMEOIKGMIMGMMMGKGMMMKKIMKKKKKKKKKKOKKKOKIIOKKIOKMGOKOIMIOGQIOGOIQGMGQIOGQGQEQGOEQGQESEQEQEUEQCQEQCQEUAQCUCQCQCSASASCSAS%3FSASAU%3FQAS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Pr6__j1liEm051ss2cM38MUmBR8=) Waitahanui, Lake Taupo #### What's nearby - The Landing Lake Taupō - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles - Lake Taupō - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles - Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 10 min drive - 8.7 miles - Taupō Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 9.4 miles - Spa Thermal Park - 15 min drive - 11.4 miles #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Fish Box - ‬8 min drive - ‪Millennium Hotel & Resort - ‬10 min drive - ‪Cafe Lacus - ‬5 min drive - ‪Mavericks - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bellbird Cottage - Lake Taupo Bach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bellbird Cottage - Lake Taupo Bach? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bellbird Cottage - Lake Taupo Bach? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bellbird Cottage - Lake Taupo Bach located? > Situated in Waitahanui, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Five Mile Bay and within 6 miles (10 km) of The Landing Lake Taupō and Lake Taupō. Three Mile Bay and Four Mile Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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