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Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake
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9.4 out of 10
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2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 5 77 sq m
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Pukawa Bay, Taupo
- Place, Kuratau Jetty5 min drive
- Place, Tokaanu Thermal Pools6 min drive
- Place, Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre11 min drive
- Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)57 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom
1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Bed
Master bedroom (King)
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake
Finalist Golden Piwas 2014 - Best Pet Friendly Bach - Abundant native bird life
Relaxing, rural retreat set in one acre of gardens, with resident tui, kereru and bellbird. Beautifully presented two bedroom cottage with glimpses of Lake Taupo through the trees. Perfect for couples, small families and pets (by arrangement). Covered, secure deck area for pets during the day, and 1 acre of grounds to explore.
Just minutes from Tokanuu thermal pools, Pukawa beach and Kauratau boat ramp. Swimming areas, fishing spots, hiking, kayaking, horse riding and hunting trails are all close by. 10 minutes to Lake House restaurant at Waihi Village, 2 minutes to Oreti Restaurant, 12 minutes to Turangi, 40 mins to Whakapapa skifield.
Cosy log fire, fully equipped kitchen (incl. dishwasher), dining areas outside and inside, family games, toys, DVD, TV, stereo. Shower, bath. Expansive decks for sun and views of surrounding countryside.
King bed, and single over double bunk beds. Day bed in lounge. Sleepout with queen bed. Extra squabs and portacot for kids. Electric blankets, pillows, blankets provided. Linen (sheets, towels) and cleaning service available on request (extra charge).
The grounds provide plenty of space for parking and for play. The garden is planted with fruit, native and exotic trees for shade and autumn colour, two ponds and plantings attracting bird life - native bush nearby is home to tui, bellbird and wood pigeon that can be seen at close range in the trees from the elevated cottage.
A truly magical place and base for adventure for you next stay at the lake or visit to the mountains.
Special conditions:
- High season rates (no discounts) applies to all public holidays, plus minimum stay period (4 nights) over Christmas, New Year and Easter.
- Smoking allowed outside only.
- Pets by arrangement.
Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$80.00 per stay/week); Linen (Optional, NZ$25.00 per person);
Relaxing, rural retreat set in one acre of gardens, with resident tui, kereru and bellbird. Beautifully presented two bedroom cottage with glimpses of Lake Taupo through the trees. Perfect for couples, small families and pets (by arrangement). Covered, secure deck area for pets during the day, and 1 acre of grounds to explore.
Just minutes from Tokanuu thermal pools, Pukawa beach and Kauratau boat ramp. Swimming areas, fishing spots, hiking, kayaking, horse riding and hunting trails are all close by. 10 minutes to Lake House restaurant at Waihi Village, 2 minutes to Oreti Restaurant, 12 minutes to Turangi, 40 mins to Whakapapa skifield.
Cosy log fire, fully equipped kitchen (incl. dishwasher), dining areas outside and inside, family games, toys, DVD, TV, stereo. Shower, bath. Expansive decks for sun and views of surrounding countryside.
King bed, and single over double bunk beds. Day bed in lounge. Sleepout with queen bed. Extra squabs and portacot for kids. Electric blankets, pillows, blankets provided. Linen (sheets, towels) and cleaning service available on request (extra charge).
The grounds provide plenty of space for parking and for play. The garden is planted with fruit, native and exotic trees for shade and autumn colour, two ponds and plantings attracting bird life - native bush nearby is home to tui, bellbird and wood pigeon that can be seen at close range in the trees from the elevated cottage.
A truly magical place and base for adventure for you next stay at the lake or visit to the mountains.
Special conditions:
- High season rates (no discounts) applies to all public holidays, plus minimum stay period (4 nights) over Christmas, New Year and Easter.
- Smoking allowed outside only.
- Pets by arrangement.
Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$80.00 per stay/week); Linen (Optional, NZ$25.00 per person);
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Swamp/pond gates to be closed, no fire guard
Events
No events allowed
No parties or events.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
De-Flea/worm/vaccinations prior please
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Note from host: No parties or events.
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 and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Kuratau
Located in Kuratau, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

Pukawa Bay, Taupo
What's nearby
- Lake Taupō - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
- Kuratau Jetty - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
- Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
- Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 11 min drive - 14.3 km
- Tongariro National Park - 11 min drive - 15.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Delta Coffee - 10 min drive
- Turangi Bakery & Cafe - 10 min drive
- Turangi Fish & Chips, Chicken & Roast - 10 min drive
- Hydro Eatery - 10 min drive
- Turangi Bridge Motel - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Paul

What makes this property unique
Peaceful rural retreat perfect for you and your family (including your pets). Just 2 minutes drive to beaches, fishing and swimming in Lake Taupo,10 minutes to Tokanuu hot pools, and 30-40 min to Whakapapa ski field. Relax on the deck in summer, explore the grounds or cosy up to the wood fire in the winter.
Languages:
English
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