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Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home

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Living area
Interior
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Pukawa Bay, Lake Taupo
  • Place, Kuratau Jetty
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home

Nearby the lake and less than an hour drive from Whakapapa Ski Field is where you will find Te Kuru Cabin - a place to escape from it all and enjoy your Pukawak Bay holiday!

Te Kuru Cabin is a tucked away and surrounded by native greenery, creating a private escape for your next trip to Pukawa Bay. Whether it is Summer or Winter this cabin is fitted with all the essentials you might need for easy holiday living, including a dishwasher and TV.

Sit by the fireplace to keep you toasty and warm at the end of a day spent on the mountain, or lounge out on the sundeck, equipped with a BBQ, to enjoy those alfresco meals as the sun goes down. If you fancy some trout fishing be sure to head the Tongariro River and try to catch something fresh for the BBQ.

This laid-back getaway is an easy option for families and couples, within a 10-minute walk to the boat ramp and lake edge. Spend your days on the water, enjoy strolls along the lake edge, soaking in the Tokaanu Hot Pools or for the more adventurous of you there is the Tongariro Crossing.

Make Te Kuru Cabin your home away from home!
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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Pukawa

Pukawa is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupō can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to River Vineyard. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Pukawa Bay, Lake Taupo

What's nearby

  • Kuratau Jetty - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 8 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 13 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre - 14 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turangi Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Delta Coffee - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Thyme For Food - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mustard Seed Cafe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home on 27 May 2026 start from AU$257, 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 Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home located?

Situated in Pukawa, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lake Taupō and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Kuratau Jetty. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro National Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pukawa is a beautiful place to stay. We enjoyed our stay in a rustic kiwi bach with a big deck surrounded by native trees and lots of local Tūī and Kererū to keep us entertained. It’s only a 5 min walk down to the Lake where there is a beautiful sheltered beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov 2025
Thank you for your review. We’re glad you enjoyed the beautiful setting and the rustic charm of the bach, along with the native birdlife and easy access to the lake. We’d love to welcome you back for another relaxing stay. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators.
Verified

8/10 Good

Heni B.

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

Winter snow trip

We stayed in this cosy little home for two nights during the winter. We comfortably stayed with 5 adults and 3 children. With wood included in the price of our stay, the house was warm and cosy and was in close range to the tongariro alpine crossing and turangi is 15min drive away if you require anything. We enjoyed our stay and the kids loved the big bunk beds. Thank you for having us! We’ll be back if we are ever down that way again 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review Heni! Sounds like you all had an amazing time away at Te Kuru Cabin and we can’t wait to host you again sometime in the near future! - Becky
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marji M.

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

Cozy and Just Fantastic!

The property was just as advertised. We had such a pleasant stay. Everything we needed is available. The bed was nice and comfy. It felt like our home away from home. The location was pretty handy too. It wasn't too far from either ski field and was so close to Turangi for groceries and gas. It's a shame we didn't stay longer and the weather wasn't so great. We could have explored the lakeside and surrounding areas more! Definitely worth a come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future. Thanks again for choosing to stay with us!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Chrissie B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Unclean and poor communication.

We arrived to an unclean property, with spiders and cobwebs everywhere. No manual about what was expected of us, the area, rubbish info etc. Boat parked in carport so no room except for road for ours. Lots of items in pantry 3-5 years expired. Paid for linen but none. Person came second day but too late. A refund for that and a clean at a minimum is expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate A.

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

Peaceful location

Homely bach, very tranquil spot. If you have young kids, and are planning to stay in winter, be aware there is no fire safety guard for the wood burner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy P.

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

Great to be back.

This is the second time we have stayed here, it is a great place for two families, a beautiful location and very comfortable. We skied, biked, walked and swam. We were especially grateful for Katarina's help. When we ran out of firewood she was very quick to arrange a delivery of more wood. We would love to stay again and highly recommend the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Elmien S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Amazing birdlife

What a lovely spot in the bush! We enjoyed the location and the quietness of the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke B.

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

Great

Great would reccomend to anyone. Clean, new furnishings and cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thanks so much for your review, Luke! Sounds like you had a great time away, and hope to see you back again soon! - Simone
Verified

8/10 Good

Lol B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely bach

Great little bach. This was in a lovely, quiet location with lots of greenery and bunnies around. It felt private even though there were other houses close by. It was lovely for a winter holiday with the log fire. There was a gorgeous beach just down the road, and it wasn’t far to Turangi and Whakapapa for skiing. We’d love to come back, maybe a summer trip mext time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review! Sounds like you all had an amazing time away at Te Kuru Cabin and we can’t wait to host you again sometime in the near future! - Becky
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen K.

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

Pukawa bay

Overall had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thanks for leaving us a lovely review, Karen. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us - Scotty

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