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Lake Terrace Lockwood

Taupō vacation home in Waipahihi area

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A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window overlooking greenery.
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and bar.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Taupo, Waikato
  • Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Kaimanawa Reserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Taupō

Waipahihi stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Waipahihi vacation home, you'll find Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Taupō Hot Springs and Three Mile Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • beach near Taupō Central - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Three Mile Bay - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Espresso Cove Taupo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬3 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.

Lake Terrace Lockwood

As the name suggests Lake Terrace Lockwood is located right on the main strip of Taupo. Cross the road and you can dip your toes in the crystal clear fresh waters of Lake Taupo. A nice stroll along the lakeside walkway will have you in town within 20 minutes.



**While this property can sleep a maximum of 8 guests, we do not allow more than 4 adults per booking. This home is best suited to family groups.



This family bach will invite you to flick the switch on holiday mode as soon as you arrive.



Downstairs is an open plan fully kitted out kitchen, dining area and lounge which all seamlessly open up to both the front and rear decks. Down the hallway is one bedroom, a bathroom and the laundry.



Upstairs there is a further two bedrooms where you can enjoy the beautiful lake and mountain views from as well as the 2nd bathroom. The bunks are only suitable for children, so we allow a maximum of 4 adults per booking.



The geothermal hot tub is the perfect place for the kids to play or for a hot soak at the end of a busy day exploring all that Taupo has to offer. The jets do not work on the hot tub.



This property is located in a quiet residential area and is strictly not suitable for loud groups, parties or events.



Please note - Heatpump for heating, woodburner is not available for guest use.



The outdoor hot tub stays empty. You will need to fill it when you wish to use it. It can take a couple of hours to fill.

Lockwood homes are known to creak. This is due to the wood expanding and contracting as the temperature changes. This is completely normal.



Bedding configuration:



Downstairs



Bedroom 1: 1 x King



Upstairs



Bedroom 2: 1 x Queen



Bedroom 3: 2 x single bunks + 2 x single beds





House Rules and Information:



We allow a maximum of 8 guests in total, but no more than 4 adults per stay.



Parking: off street parking space available for 3 vehicles



Security Cameras: There are security cameras set up at the exterior of the property for security purposes. There are no cameras inside, or pointing at the outdoor sitting area.



Linen included – we are a holiday home management company who use professionally laundered linen & towels.



Cleaning – exit clean included in nightly rate.



No parties, events or loud groups. Neighbours are very close and are to be respected at all times.



This is a smoke/vape and pet free property



Please note: A 2.9% surcharge is charged on all credit/debit card transactions.



Minimum age to book: 25 years





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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
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 smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

my-stays-nz-LAKE-TERRACE-236

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lake Terrace Lockwood to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.5 mi (12-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lake Terrace Lockwood have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Lake Terrace Lockwood offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lake Terrace Lockwood?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Lake Terrace Lockwood?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lake Terrace Lockwood?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Lake Terrace Lockwood have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Lake Terrace Lockwood have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Lake Terrace Lockwood to downtown Taupō?

This vacation home is 1.8 mi away from Taupō.

Lake Terrace Lockwood Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hal Alexander F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great pool. Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good amenities, nice and central
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Les C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base for exploring the area. Roomy with great views of the lake. Large living spaces and well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great property. Brilliantly laid out for the kids, the spa and garden were ideal for them. Cosy and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Great location and great facilities.

Very nice spot. Close to town and boat ramps.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

jayden m.

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

Stay

Great place. Spa pool is excellent.In a really cool spot with beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma G.

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

Great getaway!

Great property, had a fabulous stay! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

Nice Spot

Beautiful property, heaps of space and nice and close to town centre
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TeAwhina H.

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

Amazing big home for the family...

Very big and spacious for teenagers/kids and adults...they loved the Spa and close to all our destinations we needed to be...Thank you to the host for keeping my family warm with the heat pumps...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jemima H.

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

Wonderful Holiday

Accomodation was great. Close to the lake, town and 2 Mile Bay. It was everything we needed for a fantastic holiday. Thanks!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Hi Elle, our stay in Taupo was the best and what made it the best was our accommodation. From you the host who worked with us having a payment problem And the home was excellent, clean and tidy plus we had no issues everything been set out in the house rulesThanks for the great weekend Cheers Terry
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonny B.

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

Great spot

Great spot to spend a bit of RnR up in Taupo - spa from thermal water is awesome and nice and hot!! The creaks and groans of the old Lockwood add to the Lodge feeling :) Great retro house, brought back a lot of memories during our stay —thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margerita D.

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

Taupo perfection

Fantastic property and very clean. We had a great weekend in Taupo and enjoyed the stay. Very well equipped. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

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

Wonderful spot

Very homely. Perfectly set up. Lots to do without going out. Nice park nearby. Great break.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

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

Loved the hot tub

There was plenty of room for our family and the kitchen had everything to cook meals, plus a nice outdoor grill. The beds were comfortable. The spring fed hot tub was the gem of the bach. Learning how to use the stove was tricky. The stove is straight out of the 70's. I wish they had more specific instructions on how to turn on and use the stove. Also, one burner did not work at all. Overall, we had a great stay and i would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sally P.

Liked: Check-in, location
We enjoyed our stay in Taupō but did feel a bit disappointed with this property. The outside of the property in particular needs some attention. The seating area at the back did not match the photographs. The grass needed mowing, the deck needed a good clean and surely the washing line could be placed in a better position rather than hanging across the table. Inside, the oven needs an upgrade as the door often needed to be held shut to stay on, making heating food a challenge. The upstairs shower was a dribble, meaning 6 of us had to use the downstairs shower. The location was great but with a little TLC this property could be improved, particularly considering the cost to rent it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Levi k.

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

Not what we expected

The house was very dusty it also had a very awkward driveway lawns were rough and leaves were in spa pictures on the website were very deceiving all in all it wasnt what we expected still a very nice place justs needs to be updated and maintained more
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

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

Taupo lakeside

Loved the house, heaps of space and had everything we needed while away from home. Very nice place will definitely recommend & hopefully have another stay in the future, thanks very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Great! It's such a lovely spacious home.

Great. It's a lovely spacious home, however is a Lockwood so is quite noisy. Didn't bother us but people need to think about it with kids. Their moving about would make a lot of noise. The showers are also very small and I you were people that we on the larger side you wouldn't even be able to get in the door. However we loved it and would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie J.

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

Girls get away

We a group of 45 plus year old women. Great place to stay, was clean and great location. Some beds were a little uncomfy for the "old girls" but with a few wines under their belts they slept ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kate T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Retro family bach

This is a classic kiwi family bach. It has some very cool retro features and decor. There are lovely views of the lake, especially from upstairs and the location is good. It is just across the road from the lake, although it is a very busy road to cross especially with young children. There is a nice big backyard area. The property is managed by Lakeside Accommodation and they were fantastic to deal with and very receptive to feedback. I would highly recommend booking directly through them if considering this property (rates may be lower also). We stayed in winter (July School holidays) and there were a few things we were disappointed with: - the hot tub is more of an outdoor bath. It is an old, patched up shell of a spa pool that you need to manually fill with geothermal bore water every time you want to use it. There are no jets (as described) but there is also no filter, pump or heater: you just put in a make shift plug, then wait for it to fill. Filling takes 2-3 hrs which really limits the use of it as you need to be home while it is filling up. There is no method to keep the water hot so it cools down very quickly in winter. The listing has since been updated to describe this accurately though. - the house is an older style Lockwood home. Apparently, it is normal for these houses to creak and bang at night as the wood expands, especially as the temperature changes. We had no idea about this but the banging was VERY loud, and often waking us (and the kids) from sleep. This is probably worse in winter. Again, the listing has been updated to include this too. - the house is very dated (which is part of its charm in many ways) and as such some of the appliances (eg oven, cooktop) are very old and slow. A few aspects (eg the carpet) are in worse condition than the photos show. The showers are tiny and the water pressure in both showers was terrible. The house is quite dark with very little natural light, this meant it felt pretty dreary in winter. Would probably be fine in summer, especially when you could use the outdoor living areas more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mathew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024