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Kiwi Holiday Batch - Woodlands

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A two-story house with a sloped roof, large windows, and a garage.
A bunk bed room with a window, a brick wall, and a patterned wall.
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to a garden, a red sofa with a colorful blanket, and a small stool.
A grassy area with a dock extending into a body of water.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Taupō
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Kuratau, Waikato
  • Place, Lake Taupō
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuratau Jetty
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Queen 1

1 Queen Bed

Queen 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Seperate Toilet

Toilet

Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Kiwi Holiday Batch - Woodlands

Retro A frame kiwi batch - sitting amoungst native
Bush filled with cheeky Tui and other native birds. 4 levels including a ladder to the tippy top (great teenage getaway) and a seperate bunk room on the ground floor.
15 Mins from Turangi for supermarket cafes and great Pub food at the Turangi Pub. 10 mins from Tokaanu Hot pools, 45 mins from Taupo, 40 mins from ski fields. 5 mins walk to the Kuratau River mouth and lake front - short drive to boat ramp.
Lots of lovely local walks and bike tracks.

Events negotiable

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Inside and external stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Area NOT fenced supervision required pick up poop
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs are allowed but as stated above our property is not fenced please keep an eye on your dog when outside
Please remove all rubbish when you leave

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9138381
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Kuratau

Located in Kuratau, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing adventures can be found near the property.
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Kuratau, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Lake Taupō - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kuratau Jetty - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 22 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 27 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Lake Rotopounamu - 41 min drive - 28.3 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Floating Rock Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hare & Copper - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Lakeland House - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kiwi Holiday Batch - Woodlands pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Kiwi Holiday Batch - Woodlands?

As of 30 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kiwi Holiday Batch - Woodlands on 10 Oct 2026 start from AU$651, 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 Kiwi Holiday Batch - Woodlands?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kiwi Holiday Batch - Woodlands?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kiwi Holiday Batch - Woodlands?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kiwi Holiday Batch - Woodlands located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Kuratau Jetty and Lake Taupō. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tokaanu Wharf are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location. Handy to many walks and tramps

Great property. Several internal stairs to negotiate. Lovely setting in the trees
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun and quirky

Cute and quirky bach, decorated very authentically 70s and with a crazy layout! Very warm once the fire is going. Was celebrating my 23rd birthday with a large group of friends and we had a fab time, with easy access to the lake, kayaks, pretty walks around, and the nearby cafe. Communication with owner was fantastic, she seems just lovely and was also extremely helpful during Covid times when I was previously trying to book the bach. Only improvements could be some wifi and there were quite a lot of dead bugs in the bathroom / in the attic bedroom. Thank you so much & would love to stay again one day!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2023
Thanks so much Sorrel - it was lovely you finally made it - we will get into those bugs - also we do have Wifi - I am so sorry I must have sent you the old information - my bad
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Birthday at Kuratau

This stay was a 70th birthday party for my wife. Our 3 sons and their families came to stay. This included 14 people for most of the time. The house is great if a little run down. There were issues with the safety on the stairs with small people but this reflects attitudes to safety at the time the house was built I suspect. There would be access issues with older or handicapped folk. Facilities are fine and everything worked well. Great for kids with the basement and videos. The furniture is comfy but a little rickety. It is a beautiful place to be with lots of nearby 'things to do". We never met our host Sheryl but her communication, helpfulness and friendliness were all outstanding. We all had a great time and have left with very happy memories. We thoroughly recommend this booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Excellent location close to lake

Overall good experience with all the amenities. Enjoyed water activities 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wedding 2022

Great people Great food Great memories
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Christmas

Great place, had everything we needed for a lovely week over Christmas. We loved that we could bring our dog. All the stairs were quite difficult for my 83 year old father, but he slept downstairs and coped ok. Beautiful location, plenty of places in the area to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and warm

A lovely home to use as a base while exploring The National Park and surrounding towns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely rustic holiday.

We had a lovely time at the bach playing board games and going for walks. It was warm upstairs with the fire going. An enjoyable rustic holiday. The style of the house was fun. The owner was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful woodland property in such a lovely little town

Great communication through the homeowners very friendly and helpful with any question my group had, very beautiful little forest escape in a story book town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

The bach had everything we needed, great location. Sheryl was awesome to deal with. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Holiday among the tui in the treetops

We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday in this retro bach. Comfortable queen bed and great kitchen/oven. Unfortunately the TV didn't work and some of the furniture was a bit rickety (dining table, lounge chairs) but otherwise a fun place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2021
Thanks Andrea you left the house very tidy - we are sorry about the TV it was working in early December when we were here and we are not sure what has been changed - we are looking into it.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Just lovely! Lots of character!

Kids, loved the stairs!! but had to be careful on them. Loved all the little areas, was everything there we needed! Many thanks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Little quiet getaway

Cute little home in the community. Easy access to the lake with many spots for a nice day. Nice home, small yet easily comfortable for 13 guests. A little bit of a clean and tidy probably needed but all up a very nice stay! Would definitely consider coming back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome spot

Great house for large groups. Plenty of room. Has everything you need. Close walk to lake. Beautiful bush walks around the area. Very close to excellent boat ramps
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Omori stay

Great stay. Helpful owners. Looking forward to seeing the renovations
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend

Awesome place to stay and owners are good to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Sheryl Ryan

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We are a family from Wellington who always enjoyed camping and the great outdoors but now with 6 grown up kids and 7 grandchildren we love to get together at our home away from home - it's just like camping but indoors - our friends and family loves it

Why they chose this property

We discovered Kuratau quite by accident but we love the feeling of the outdoors - beautiful scenery and the lake is a 2 min walk - amazing to swim in all year if you dare

What makes this property unique

It's very retro - very 70s - not perfect so easy to be comfortable and we are down to earth hosts

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