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Matuku Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Two Mile Bay, Lake Taupo
  • Place, Three Mile Bay
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Matuku Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home

Matuku Hideaway is a 2 bedroom Two Mile Bay holiday home set on peaceful, generous grounds, close to the lake edge. This laid back Taupo holiday home offers great indoor/outdoor living, with sleeping for up to 6 guests.

This Two Mile Bay holiday home includes open-plan living, kitchen, and dining. The living area opens onto the deck making this a great summer option, or keep cosy during cooler stays with the closed fireplace.

Each of the 2 bedrooms at this Two Mile Bay accommodation is situated off the living area. Bedroom 1 is fitted with a queen bed, and includes deck access. Bedroom 2 is fitted with 2 single beds, plus there is a sofa bed in the living area when required.

For laid back summer living, there is ample room outdoors to enjoy a BBQ or kick back in the hammock with a good book! In the evening, take a stroll along the popular Lions Walk. For days on the water, you are just moments from the lakes edge and boat ramp at 2 Mile Bay.

Make your way to Matuku Hideaway for a relaxed Taupo holiday!
Small, toilet-trained pets are allowed inside. Otherwise, pets are allowed outside only. No large dogs inside please as the house is quite small.

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
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

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

Taupō

Two Mile Bay, a neighbourhood in Taupō, is home to this cottage. Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park are also worth visiting. 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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Map
Two Mile Bay, Lake Taupo

What's nearby

  • Three Mile Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Four Mile Bay - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mavericks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Matuku Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Matuku Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home?

As of 23 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Matuku Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home on 2 June 2026 start from AU$213, 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 Matuku Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Matuku Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Matuku Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Matuku Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home located?

Located in Two Mile Bay, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Four Mile Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

7.0/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sarj H.

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

Good stay, the bathroom was great and modern, just was something wrong with the door.

Location was close to two mile bay and pretty much to everything. Older house but functional.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moira E.

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

Excellent Bach

Really enjoyed our stay. Location was excellent. Bach was clean and well provisioned. We had two dogs and the proximity to the lake and a park at the rear of the property was fantastic. Will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 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

6/10 Okay

Debby E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
It was very clean and quiet, and a little smaller than expected, but perfect for two people. Its set back down a long driveway in a private location. Being set in native bush there is very little light pollution.It has a massive woodburner, so it will be very toasty in winter., and although not used, a BBQ is also provided.It is walking distance to the lake, but you need to safely navigate crossing the busy main road with no crossing nearby. The walk back is uphill. This should be included in the description.Some daily challenges as two females staying, there is no plug socket near a mirror and an extension lead is needed. We did not use any cooking facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for staying and for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the property and hope to have you stay again. We will share, and review the note regarding the socket availability near the mirror and discuss that with the owner. Hope to see you again, Bachcare.
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6/10 Okay

Elisabeth L.

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

Get little space

The house is a great place to rest after a big day exploring. It is dated but functional and cosy. We loved the deck and grounds of the property. The location was good too (we did have a car). Given the house is old, it got very cold and we found the heating options weren’t ideal in that we didn’t want to leave a tiny oil heat running all day while we were out but also didn’t need a big fire burning at the end of the day either. Not having access to wifi was a really big issue. The listing never said there was internet, it was my own fault for assuming it would have it. I would absolutely stay here again if the property had wifi.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the property’s deck, grounds, and location—it’s wonderful to know the house provided a good place to relax after your adventures. We completely understand your concerns about the heating options, especially with the house being older. We’ll definitely look into providing more comfortable and efficient heating solutions to make the space cozier for our guests, without the need for constant adjustments. We also apologise for the lack of WiFi. While the listing doesn’t mention internet, we understand how important it can be for some guests. We truly appreciate your feedback and will continue to work on improving every aspect of the experience. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Hi there, Thank you for taking the time to leave a rating. We are pleased to know you had a positive experience and truly appreciate your visit. We would be very happy to welcome you again whenever your travels bring you back. Kind regards, Resolutions and Reputations Team

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