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Walk to Lake or Town. Perfect for Families & Groups. Free WiFi & Linen Included

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Welcome!
View over the lake and mountains viewed from the deck and dining window.
Front of the house
Front door looking towards the parking area
Entry into the lounge, dining, kitchen through original 1950s glass doors

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Taupo Central, Taupo
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Walk to Lake or Town. Perfect for Families & Groups. Free WiFi & Linen Included

Welcome to Kilgarven, our restored mid-century bungalow in Taupō. Perfect for families, groups, or anyone wanting a stress-free getaway

✔ Unlimited fibre WiFi – stay connected while you relax
✔ Bed linen included – just unpack and unwind
✔ 10–15 minute walk to town & lake
✔ Private, secure & fully fenced
✔ Stunning lake + mountain views

Why Guests Love Staying Here

✨ Views
Enjoy views across Lake Taupō to the Central Plateau and Acacia Bay from the living room, kitchen, and sunny deck.

✨ Space for Everyone

Master bedroom: Queen bed, ensuite & private patio
Second bedroom: Queen bed
Third bedroom: Two single beds
Portacot and Highchair available at no extra charge (please bring your own linen for the portacot)

✨ Indoor-Outdoor Living
Large sunny deck—perfect for morning coffee or evening meal while soaking in the views.

✨ Family-Friendly Setup
Fully fenced backyard + playground and park across the road.

✨ Comfort Year-Round
Ducted heat pump keeps the home warm in winter and cool in summer.

Fully Equipped for a Stress-Free Stay

✔ Modern kitchen with gas hob, oven, dishwasher & full cookware
✔ 2 bathrooms: Ensuite and family bathroom (shower over bath in main bathroom)
✔ Unlimited fibre WiFi + Chromecast
✔ Bed linen included
✔ Washing machine & dryer
✔ Off-street parking for 3 cars + boat/trailer
✔ Secure electric gate for privacy

Peace of Mind
Professionally cleaned between every stay
Carbon monoxide detector + multiple smoke alarms
Extra blankets for cosy winter nights
Good to Know
A few steps to access the home and backyard
Highchair & pushchair available (please bring linen for portacot)
Chromecast available for streaming (we no longer have a Sky box)
Weekly clean available for longer stays

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 a lake, this holiday home is in Taupō Central, a neighbourhood in Taupō. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Taupo Central, Taupo

What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Catch 22 - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Lake or Town. Perfect for Families & Groups. Free WiFi & Linen Included pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Lake or Town. Perfect for Families & Groups. Free WiFi & Linen Included ?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Lake or Town. Perfect for Families & Groups. Free WiFi & Linen Included on 7 June 2026 start from AU$190, 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.

How much is parking at Walk to Lake or Town. Perfect for Families & Groups. Free WiFi & Linen Included ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Lake or Town. Perfect for Families & Groups. Free WiFi & Linen Included ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Lake or Town. Perfect for Families & Groups. Free WiFi & Linen Included ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Lake or Town. Perfect for Families & Groups. Free WiFi & Linen Included located?

Located in Taupō Central, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Taupō, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Spa Thermal Park. Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Waikato River are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 298 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 298 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 298 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 298 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 298 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and property, good location, nice neighborhood, comfortable rooms, and our kids loved the abundance of toys.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RIYAZ A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, clear instructions, beautiful view. Loved our stay and wish we had a longer holiday here planned.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fabulous place to stay, couldn't recommend it higher
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location and view were excellent. House was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely comfortable character home, well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Nice outdoor space. House had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and property, very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect. Everything you could possibly need was available, and there was a lot of thought put into making our stay a great one. The house and garden was spotless, and the beds were sooooo comfortable. It was especially nice having a glass of wine on our private deck when the kids were asleep. I would recommend Denise’s house to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic. A little bit out of the centre of town -- we like it that way -- but still an easy walk in. Spacious, comfortable, quiet, views over the lake down to the mountains, great communications with our host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Is a beautiful, comfortable property with everything you need.Host was very welcoming and excelent communication.Would happiky stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mac M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying at Kilgarven as it’s a great holiday home for the family. A clean, tidy and warm house with a great views of the lake and mountains. Close to town and next to a large park, will definitely take the family back there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely clean house. Very comfortable and great views
View from the front door
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kieran Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Returning customer, nice and spacious, clean, safe place to stay. Will be back again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great place, family friendly. Close to town. Wonderfully warm during winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayden T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Was lovely and warm
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely house to stay in Old world look with all the modern conveniences We were warm and had plenty of room to relax in Very clean and had everything one could need Will return Easy access and clear instructions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kieran Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another amazing stay

Thank you once again for providing a lovely clean, spacious place for all of us to stay, will be back again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Great communication with property manager, spacious clean property and well secured. Very happy with our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kj J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely fantastic stay

An absolute amazing stay house was perfect had everything we needed and more was such a safe and beautiful place! Highly recommend host was amazing and very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place in Taupo

Have stayed here 3 o4 times before. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

This was the perfect family get away location. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Amazing place to stay. This is the third time we have stayed and enjoy it every time. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with lovely views, so comfortable and a beautifully appointed kitchen. Cosy in the evenings and a gorgeous decking to enjoy the outdoors. Very secure. Top quality experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by DeniseCo9

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What makes this property unique

Secure, private, and warm with lake and mountain views.

Languages:

English

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