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Absolute waterfront apartment. Stunning river views. Swimming pool and kayaks.

Waterfront apartment with kitchen and balcony

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Master bedroom with spectacular river views
Aerial view of Riverside One and the Waikato River
Beautifully equipped and appointed kitchen and dining
Enjoy an evening drink and platter on the balcony
Swimming pool (heated from October to Easter) free for our guests

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6164 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
  • Place, Spa Thermal Park
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master suite has stunning views, walk-in wardrobe and p

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom has a double wardrobe and is adjacent to

1 Queen Bed

Third bedroom has a double wardrobe and sleeps 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Absolute waterfront apartment. Stunning river views. Swimming pool and kayaks.

Private and secluded yet minutes away from town, our 3 bedroom/2 bathroom apartment is located in a secure gated apartment complex with heated swimming pool (October to Easter) and is fully self-contained. There is a full kitchen with dishwasher, and laundry facilities. Two kayaks are available for our guests to use free of charge.

Bedding configuration includes two double bedrooms (each with a queen bed) and two single beds in the third bedroom - perfect for families and groups. Linen and towels are provided.

Ideal for year-round holidays, there is a purpose built drying/storage room to air out your ski gear after a day on the slopes.

The apartment has an internal garage for covered and secure two-car parking and has direct access to the river banks for fishing, water sports and picnics.

Curved TV, high quality soundbar audio system and free wifi internet and Netflix.

* Portacot and high chair are available (please supply your own linen for the portacot).

* Luxury self catering accommodation at its best yet at an affordable price

Enjoy riding our wonderful mountain bike tracks which are located just a few minutes ride from the apartment and cater for all abilities, or simply ride into town for a coffee or along the Lions walk on the lake shore to Wharewaka Point.

Riverside Apartment is operated by Greg and Linda
Special conditions:
Min stay 1 nights midweek and Sunday nights. Weekends we may request a 2 night stay (Friday and Saturday nights). Longer stays may be requested during holidays, event or peak periods.

Please do not be offended if we ask for longer bookings.

Smoking is allowed outside only.
There is strictly a NO PARTY policy for this apartment.

Cleaning fee includes all linen and cleaning for up to four guests. For each additional person $20 is charged.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Taupō

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in Nukuhau, a neighbourhood in Taupō. A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Waikato River. Spa Thermal Park and Taupō Hot Springs are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Taupo Central, Taupo

What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Huka Falls - 5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Baked With Love Eatery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wild Bean Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Cozy Corner - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Absolute waterfront apartment. Stunning river views. Swimming pool and kayaks. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Absolute waterfront apartment. Stunning river views. Swimming pool and kayaks.?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Absolute waterfront apartment. Stunning river views. Swimming pool and kayaks. on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$641.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Absolute waterfront apartment. Stunning river views. Swimming pool and kayaks. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Absolute waterfront apartment. Stunning river views. Swimming pool and kayaks.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolute waterfront apartment. Stunning river views. Swimming pool and kayaks.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Absolute waterfront apartment. Stunning river views. Swimming pool and kayaks. located?

Located in Nukuhau, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Waikato River and Lake Taupō. Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by LindaCa6

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Myself and my wife Linda have travelled extensively and after living in Italy for six years feel we have a good feel for what makes a great holiday experience.
We are thrilled to share our lovely apartment with our guests - so you can experience the beautiful location too. Being absolute riverfront fantastic views of the tranquil waters flowing past the apartment through the floor-to-ceiling windows.
We are experienced hosts and want to make your Taupo holiday memorable and really enjoyable.

Why they chose this property

Taupo is considered the "Queenstown of the North Island" (except it's warmer in winter!). The lake and mountains are beautiful and we are lucky to have found this fantastic apartment with modern open-plan living areas, wonderful water views and a balcony.
Peaceful location yet only minutes walk into Taupo township.
Swimming pool onsite is free for our guests as are the kayaks that we provide.
Free high speed internet is available and we offer free Netflix too.

What makes this property unique

Peaceful, private and secluded. Launch the kayaks or fish for trout directly in front of the apartment.
Lots of light and floor-to-ceiling double-glazing provides brilliant unobstructed views of the river in front of the apartment.

Languages:

English, Italian