Life is good at Moetu Lodge, and the views are even better! This charming holiday retreat is a special find in the tranquil lakeside town of Pukawa Bay.
Nestled in the treetops, you'll feel as though you're staying in a fairytale tree house come to life. The punga trees and native bush offer privacy and a haven for birds to visit. Enjoy your morning coffee on the expansive wraparound deck as you gaze out over the bush towards sparkling Lake Taupo.
There's plenty of room for the whole family, with four bedrooms that sleep up to eight, and Moetu Lodge is equipped with all the amenities you'll need for a comfortable stay, including Wifi and Smart TV. Head out on the water and explore Lake Taupo, or relax in style at Moetu Lodge. The sun loungers are the perfect spot to park up and work on your tan, book in hand.
Moetu Lodge is well placed with world class fishing spots minutes away, making it an ideal keen fisherman's lodge. Enjoy the thoughtful set up with a fish preparation area and a cozy fire to warm up in front of after filleting your catch of the day.
After either a totally relaxing or adventure-packed day, fire up the BBQ and enjoy a casual Kiwi dinner on the deck with million-dollar views. A special highlight of Moetu Lodge is the spa pool, an idyllic place to unwind at the end of the day.
Check into holiday mode at Moetu Lodge! Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.Spa Pool is no longer working at this time
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Bachcare Holiday Homes
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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 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
About the area
Pukawa
Located in Pukawa, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupo and Tongariro National Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
Pukawa Bay, Lake Taupo
What's nearby
Lake Taupo - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 8 min drive - 10.8 km
Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 16.6 km
Kuratau Jetty - 12 min drive - 7.2 km
Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 29 min drive - 39.1 km
Getting around
Taupo (TUO) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Floating Rock Cafe - 7 min drive
The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - 12 min drive
Hydro Eatery - 12 min drive
Thyme For Food - 12 min drive
Turangi Bakery & Coffee Shop - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Moetu Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Where is Moetu Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Taupo and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Kuratau Jetty. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro National Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Excellent house and lovely location. But listed with a spa pool that was not working. This was a great disappointment. Maybe there was a comment in the booking process that the spa pool was not working. But it is listed with a spa pool, with pictures of this. So we expected that is was working.
We were very excited about this property based on the listing and the pictures. While the views are certainly amazing, we were overall disappointed. The house is not marked, making it difficult to locate on the street. Many of the windows were open upon our arrival, with bugs inside and making it even colder than the outside and extremely difficult to warm up. We called the manager on duty multiple times and didn’t receive a response (via email) until the day of our departure. We had to fill the spa tub in order to turn it on and use it, not a huge deal but certainly not expected based on it being a highlight of the listing. Kitchen in need of updates. Stovetop vent broken and very used pans made cooking unpleasant.
Great location for a quite get away fabulous views
The property was excellent for a family holiday. Even though it was clean it could do with a lot of cobweb removal and a clean of the oven. The couch could also do with replacing as the cushions slide off when you are sitting on them making it very uncomfortable to sit. Fireplace was excellent and extremely effective. Would be great if the spa pool had been turned on for our arrival by the cleaner.