10/10 Excellent
Debbie R.
27 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Debbie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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Aranui Lake House
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 665 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Mangakino, Mangakino
- Lake Maraetai15 min walk
- Mangakino Recreation Reserve1 min drive
- Mangakino Golf Club1 min drive
- Taupo (TUO)61 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bunk Room
1 Single Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Aranui Lake House
Aranui Lake House is a well-apportioned, sunny bach with a big back yard for the kids to run around on with a trampoline. Clean and tidy with super comfy beds - read the reviews! It's a 2-minute walk to the lake front. Relax on the beautiful back deck at the end of your days of activities in the area.
If you're a larger group and need another bach, check out the next door property, Waipoua Lake House, which is just as comfortable.
Note that linen and cleaning is included ($100 per booking)
If you're a larger group and need another bach, check out the next door property, Waipoua Lake House, which is just as comfortable.
Note that linen and cleaning is included ($100 per booking)
Property manager
Grant Harris
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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
About the area
Mangakino
Located in Mangakino, this holiday home is on a river. Mangakino Golf Club and The Timber Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mangakino Recreation Reserve and Waikato River. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Mangakino, Mangakino
What's nearby
- Mangakino Recreation Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Lake Maraetai - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Mangakino Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Lake Taupo - 39 min drive - 54.5 km
- Skyline Rotorua - 55 min drive - 76.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Dam Cafe - 7 min drive
- Fred's Pizzeria - 7 min drive
- The Hui Hut - Bar & Eatery - 13 min walk
- Diya Backcountry Restaurant - 15 min walk
- Russmans - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
carmen fletcher f.
4 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
carmen fletcher f.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
David G.
28 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern and comfort house
David G.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
laurie l.
11 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
laurie l.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Nicola T.
21 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mangakino Getaway
Nicola T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Colin B.
16 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean bach with all the conveniences for a comfortable stay.
Colin B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Phil L.
14 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing batch
Phil L.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Chelsey M., Tauranga
1 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ll be back
Chelsey M.
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10/10 Excellent
7 Oct 2020
High standard of furniture, bedding,kitchen utensils,dishes and white ware.
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8/10 Good
7 Oct 2020
Loved the log burner fire on a cold winter night.
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10/10 Excellent
6 Oct 2020
Perfect size, full of things like kayaks, a paddle board, darts, and heaps more to keep everyone ent
10/10 Excellent
Carley L.
12 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need and more!
Carley L.
8/10 Good
Louise F.
24 Feb 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for exploring the lakes
Louise F.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
8/10 Good
Rob J.
9 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
Rob J.
8/10 Good
Geoff E.
31 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend Stay
Geoff E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jos v.
11 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This bach is an absolute gem. It is clean, well equipped and nicelynd will recommend it to anyone.
Jos v.
8/10 Good
Vicki A., Te Puke
31 Mar 2019
Water ski racing weekend
Vicki A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Karl H.
22 Mar 2019
A Gem!
Karl H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Liz S.
14 Mar 2019
Lovely refurbishment with deck overlooking garden
Liz S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Trevor N.
17 Feb 2019
Exceptionally clean. Great spaces. Tasteful decor. Secure for the dogs.
Trevor N.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
10/10 Excellent
Craig B.
12 Nov 2018
Great holiday house
Craig B.
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10/10 Excellent
Rebecca M.
26 Apr 2018
We (partner and kiddies) here for a little weekend away from Tauranga and we absolutely LOVED it!
Rebecca M.
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10/10 Excellent
Paul F.
3 Apr 2018
Fantastic property.
Paul F.
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10/10 Excellent
Karl H.
20 Mar 2018
Beautiful bach! Excellent location.
Karl H.
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10/10 Excellent
Angela F.
15 Mar 2018
Great property, styled beautifully, everything you need.
Angela F.
About the host
Hosted by Grant Harris
Originally from Palmerston North, now living in Auckland, so Mangakino is the ideal middle-ground. After years of camping beside Lake Taupo we discovered the hidden gem that is Lake Maraetai and there's been no looking back. This is paradise for us!
Why they chose this property
We love the proximity to the lake, we love the privacy of our bach, we love how we've made our bach a home-away-from-home, we love how our family and friends love it, and it's clear others love it too (check the feedback!). What's not to love?!
What makes this property unique
Sun-drenched deck to catch those rays while sipping your cider.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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