10/10 Excellent
Johan V.
10 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
Johan V.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Entire home
Taupo Central, Lake Front, Hot Water Beach.
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 695 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Taupo Central, Taupo
- Taupō Hot Springs16 min walk
- Spa Thermal Park4 min drive
- Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp4 min drive
- Taupo (TUO)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Taupo Central, Lake Front, Hot Water Beach.
Absolute Beach Front on Hot Water Beach, Waipahihi Bay, Lockwood Home situated 20 metres from Lake edge, sandy beach and safe swimming. Close to 2 Mile boat ramp. Taupo Township 2 min drive or 20 min walk. View the Mountains and Rangiteria Point, and enjoy the magnificent sunsets across the lake. Ski Mt Ruapehu and come back to our holiday home for a soak in the indoor Thermal Hot Pool, or if you just need a break and need to relax, this is where you need to be. 2 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY. (Please do not request 1 night stays)
Property is unfenced.
Special conditions:
NOTE: Own linen must be supplied (towels/sheets/pillowcases etc) and house to be cleaned ready for next guests, rubbish and recycling to be removed.
TWO NIGHT minimum stay. Check in time 2pm.
Check out by 12 noon. Cleaner optional $75. (Cleaner must be booked in advance)
NB: 2 single beds in BR 2 and 3 can be zipped together to make a superking
Property is unfenced.
Special conditions:
NOTE: Own linen must be supplied (towels/sheets/pillowcases etc) and house to be cleaned ready for next guests, rubbish and recycling to be removed.
TWO NIGHT minimum stay. Check in time 2pm.
Check out by 12 noon. Cleaner optional $75. (Cleaner must be booked in advance)
NB: 2 single beds in BR 2 and 3 can be zipped together to make a superking
Property manager
Neil
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Taupō
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Waipahihi, a neighbourhood in Taupō. Taupō Hot Springs and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
Taupo Central, Taupo
What's nearby
- Taupō Hot Springs - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
- Spa Thermal Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
- Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
- A.C. Baths - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - 18 min walk
- Malabar Beyond India - 3 min drive
- Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - 13 min walk
- The Fish Box - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Carol J.
15 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location great pool
Carol J.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robyn B.
9 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Location!
Robyn B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melissa B.
16 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic holiday home in stunning location
Melissa B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
David S.
26 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a absolutely fantastic batch situated at an amazing location. The beach, wow
David S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Adrien B., Auckland
17 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing location
Adrien B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
mohd r.
16 Oct 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Everything good except the old furniture
mohd r.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anna W.
8 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Anna W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
5 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, very relaxing even though rained the whole time.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
christine h.
11 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hot water beach eerie & magical
christine h.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sandra and T., PALMERSTON NORTH
6 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best views and very cosy
Sandra and T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nicole S.
9 Oct 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and breathtaking views!!!
Nicole S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Linda K.
25 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute pleasure and Very comfortable
Linda K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Margaret M., Ongaonga, Central Hawke's Bay, Aotearoa New Zealand.
15 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is excellent. The house is a family friendly, comfortable, everything you would want.
Margaret M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Leonne G.
26 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very homely.
Leonne G.
10/10 Excellent
Sheryl R.
28 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the lake
Sheryl R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kiri J.
20 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views, very easy to relax and enjoy the company of good friends. Awesome hot pool bonus.
Kiri J.
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte H.
18 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oh, what a location!
Charlotte H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent
6 Oct 2020
Very cool spot.
6/10 Okay
Karen B.
31 July 2020
Liked: Check-in, location
Great location
Karen B.
10/10 Excellent
Dave H.
30 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
million dollar view
Dave H.
8/10 Good
Vanessa S.
29 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and lovely views across the Lake
Vanessa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Hilton T.
14 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wet week in Taupo.
Hilton T.
10/10 Excellent
Bob G.
6 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cottage warm comfortable and cozy
Bob G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ian K.
15 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing hide away
Ian K.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
About the host
Hosted by Neil
This is a family owned property, Lockwood house arrived in 1978 replacing a very old bach and several army huts. It serves 4 generations of family.
What makes this property unique
Thermal water Pool, and safe swimming in lake
Languages:
English
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