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Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Wharewaka

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wardrobe, a window with a view of the outdoors, and a lamp.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a view of the outside.
A road with a street lamp, a black fence, and a view of a lake with trees and hills in the background.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and a sofa.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a view of a lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Taupō, Waikato Region
  • Place, Four Mile Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Taupō
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Landing Lake Taupō
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

Taupō

Wharewaka stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Wharewaka vacation home, you'll find Lake Taupō and Four Mile Bay. Also, Three Mile Bay is within half a mile (1 km) and Five Mile Bay is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Four Mile Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Three Mile Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Taupō - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Five Mile Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Landing Lake Taupō - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Waterside - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Espresso Cove Taupo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo

Welcome to our Three Mile Bay waterfront retreat—just a short stroll from the shores of Lake Taupō. This home offers the perfect mix of relaxed holiday living and everyday comfort, ideal for families, couples, or friends looking to unwind .
Enjoy outdoor dining on the patio overlooking Taupo and the lake or fire up the BBQ for a peaceful meal under the stars. With its calm atmosphere and thoughtful touches throughout, this is the perfect base for your Lake Taupō getaway.

Welcome to our happy place, we love being here and we hope you enjoy your time here too.
Situated in the beautiful Wharewaka, you are never far from the lake edge. And with a brand new shopping centre just up the road you will have everything you need for your perfect holiday.
THE SPACE
Bedroom One: king Bed with Ensuite
Bedroom Two: Queen Bed
Bedroom Three: Queen bed
Bedroom four: Queen bed
Main family bathroom with shower, bath, vanity and toilet
Sleepout/ Bedroom 4, Queen bed with Ensuite and its own heat pump for warming in winter months and cooling during the warmer months.
The Garage is not available for guest use.
All linens are provided, and the beds will be made for your arrival—so you can relax and unwind right away.
This amazing home is suitable for families or couples on a golf, shopping, fishing, skiing or sightseeing trip or just for the perfect getaway.

PLEASE NOTE – This property is STRICTLY not suitable for parties, events, or loud groups.

The whole home is yours to access and enjoy including, plenty of off-street parking to bring the boat.
The sleepout is available for the full house numbers.
The Garage is not available for guest use.

We like to give our guests their privacy but Kerry is available by phone or text to answer any questions and we are only ever 10-15 minutes drive away if needed in an emergency.

This is a very safe, quiet and family friendly neighbourhood.

Situated in the beautiful 3 Mile Bay, you are never far from the lake edge. And with a brand new shopping centre just up the road. The boat ramp is just around the corner and town center not far away, you will have everything you need for your perfect holiday.

Rotorua is only one hours drive and Hawkes Bay within 1.5 hours drive for a day of sightseeing and for the active traveller the Ski field and Tongariro crossing is an 1.5 hours drive. The Glowworm Caves are also 2 hours drive and Hobbiton 1.5 hours making Taupo the heart of the North Island and the perfect place to stay and explore from

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,615 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

493564

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo to the airport?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi (4-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo to downtown Taupō?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi away from Taupō.

Charming Family Getaway So close to Lake Taupo Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay for our family. Great location for a relaxing stay at the lake. Well equipped house. Nice and clean. Brilliant outlook and very peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy communication, things were all as stated. Perfect location for us requirements
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026