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Good times at the Lake

Mangakino vacation home with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Mangakino, Waikato Region
  • Place, Mangakino Recreation Reserve
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Maraetai
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the area

Mangakino

In Mangakino .Stay at this Mangakino vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mangakino Golf Club and 2 miles (3 km) of Mangakino Recreation Reserve. Waikato River is within 2 miles (3 km) and The Timber Trail is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mangakino Recreation Reserve - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lake Maraetai - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa - 52 min drive - 73.0 km
  • Huka Falls - 56 min drive - 77.3 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 58 min drive - 85.8 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dam Cafe & Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ata’s Bar & Eatery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mangakino District Services And Citizens Club - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Diya Backcountry Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mangakino District Services And Citizens Club - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Good times at the Lake

Welcome to your perfect lakehouse getaway!
This charming 3-bedroom retreat is your ideal spot for relaxation, celebration, or simply enjoying the outdoors. With your own fully renovated space, you'll feel right at home the moment you arrive. Step into your fantastic outdoor room—perfect for hosting your friends and creating your favorite memories.
Your mornings can start on the lush lawn, sipping coffee while surrounded by nature in your own secluded paradise. Just a 10-minute walk brings you to the lake, where your adventures await. Make this your home away from home—you deserve it!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Good times at the Lake to the airport?

This vacation home is 47.9 mi (64-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Good times at the Lake?

As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Good times at the Lake on Jun 28, 2026 start from CA $169, excluding 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.

Does Good times at the Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Good times at the Lake offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Good times at the Lake?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Good times at the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Good times at the Lake?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Good times at the Lake have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Good times at the Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Good times at the Lake to downtown Mangakino?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Mangakino.

Good times at the Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanette F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location & amenities where great although a frying pan would have been nice also the BBQ could have been cleaned but overall most enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DUNCAN B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome host and house
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sylvia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean and roomy batch
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Avi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was as described. Very tidy and warm. Everything we needed was there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026