Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home
Cottage in Taupo
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this cottage rental
Kauawhi Lakefront Lodge is a luxurious three bedroom holiday home located on the shores of Lake Taupo. This well-appointed and welcoming home won first place in category 6 of the Registered Master Builders' Federation House of the Year competition in 1999, and makes for the ultimate retreat.
Kauawhi Lakefront Lodge is a gorgeous split-level lakefront lodge, with direct access to Lake Taupo via a path at the front of the house, leading to a secluded beach on the beautiful Lake Taupo.
Outdoor living is made easy at this Acacia Bay accommodation. Folding sliding doors on the lakefront side of the house ensure a seamless transition from inside to outside during the summer months and the seculded north facing courtyard and outdoor fireplace is a year round sun-trap.
On the lakefront terrace there's plenty of outdoor space to relax with deck chairs and an outdoor dining table and chairs to sit back, relax, and take in the exquisite views.
The beautifully decorated interior holds all the amenities you need for a relaxing getaway, both for couples or families, You’ll find a Jetmaster fire to enjoy in winter, and a smart TV with a DVD player and DVD library. There's a Jaimo sound system with speakers stretching into both living areas, meaning you never have to be away from your favourite tunes.
Sink back into the luxurious couches and take your pick of reading material from the extensive library. Open plan living allows you to enjoy cooking in the beautiful kitchen, while your loved ones relax in the lounge. Check out the hidden butler’s pantry with doors leading out on the back terrace.
Three elegant bedrooms, all with ensuites, make up the spacious living quarters. Upstairs enjoy the master suite, consisting of a super king bed, Bose CD player and walk-in wardrobe. Walk out onto the balcony offering an incredible vantage point and say good morning to those amazing lake views!
Downstairs you’ll find two more bedrooms, one with a queen sized bed, and the other with two double beds.
If you're planning something special, we can assist with concierge services, such as a hunting/fishing guide or a guest chef for dinner.
Indulge in relaxation, style and serenity at Kauawhi Lakefront Lodge!
The living area is multi-level with a drop of 60cm between the dining and living room. Guests should take care in this area.There is a separate studio apartment rented on a permanent basis underneath the house. It is not visible from the house, as it is underneath the deck.Parking for cars is available in the Battleaxe driveway. Do not enter or use next door's gate (795 Acacia Bay) for any purpose; it is not a part of the Kauawhi Lodge.Boats need to be parked on the street as there is restricted space in the driveway.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.IMPORTANT: Please note there is a 24 hour notice requirement for all winter bookings at this property.
Kauawhi Lakefront Lodge is a gorgeous split-level lakefront lodge, with direct access to Lake Taupo via a path at the front of the house, leading to a secluded beach on the beautiful Lake Taupo.
Outdoor living is made easy at this Acacia Bay accommodation. Folding sliding doors on the lakefront side of the house ensure a seamless transition from inside to outside during the summer months and the seculded north facing courtyard and outdoor fireplace is a year round sun-trap.
On the lakefront terrace there's plenty of outdoor space to relax with deck chairs and an outdoor dining table and chairs to sit back, relax, and take in the exquisite views.
The beautifully decorated interior holds all the amenities you need for a relaxing getaway, both for couples or families, You’ll find a Jetmaster fire to enjoy in winter, and a smart TV with a DVD player and DVD library. There's a Jaimo sound system with speakers stretching into both living areas, meaning you never have to be away from your favourite tunes.
Sink back into the luxurious couches and take your pick of reading material from the extensive library. Open plan living allows you to enjoy cooking in the beautiful kitchen, while your loved ones relax in the lounge. Check out the hidden butler’s pantry with doors leading out on the back terrace.
Three elegant bedrooms, all with ensuites, make up the spacious living quarters. Upstairs enjoy the master suite, consisting of a super king bed, Bose CD player and walk-in wardrobe. Walk out onto the balcony offering an incredible vantage point and say good morning to those amazing lake views!
Downstairs you’ll find two more bedrooms, one with a queen sized bed, and the other with two double beds.
If you're planning something special, we can assist with concierge services, such as a hunting/fishing guide or a guest chef for dinner.
Indulge in relaxation, style and serenity at Kauawhi Lakefront Lodge!
The living area is multi-level with a drop of 60cm between the dining and living room. Guests should take care in this area.There is a separate studio apartment rented on a permanent basis underneath the house. It is not visible from the house, as it is underneath the deck.Parking for cars is available in the Battleaxe driveway. Do not enter or use next door's gate (795 Acacia Bay) for any purpose; it is not a part of the Kauawhi Lodge.Boats need to be parked on the street as there is restricted space in the driveway.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.IMPORTANT: Please note there is a 24 hour notice requirement for all winter bookings at this property.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Taupo
RRRR
Reviews
10.0
Great weekend break with 3 couples and 1 dog. Highly recommended this house and location.
10.0
fantastic property clean modern perfect location .
ultimate value for the money .
highly recomend this property .
2.0
Im sure this house would be nice in summer, but as for a nice winter break it was miserable. Heating of the entire house is an open fire in the lounge. Which we had to get up every 2 hours in the night to stoak up and bring in more firewood. The underfloor heat was not working. We found some heaters in the cleaners room which we used. Stayed 1 night, then left. Would not recommend for a winter break.
6.0
We were unsure if we had the entire property or not, as we read after booking that the flat underneath was occupied.
We did not know if we were able to use the attached (empty) garage or not.
The WiFi did not work at all (the Deco WiFi expanders were flashing red and not connected) there was no Sky TV, we eventually managed to find TVNZ+ on the TV and only two live TV channels.
We did not know that there are multiple stairs/levels and stone floors which was difficult for an elderly guest. There were electric heaters in the bedrooms, but the only heat source for the rest of the large lounge, study, kitchen, seating area is a very large open fire, for which two bags of firewood and one bag of kindling were supplied. The firewood was all gone after one night and we had to go and buy more on the Saturday morning as it was very cold.
There is an old dial type thermostat for "underfloor heating" which we turned up but all the floors were cold to the touch throughout our stay.
The ensuite extractor fan upstairs is VERY loud, screeching and rattling when on. We made the most of our stay but expected better for what we paid for.
10.0
Just perfect
So much so we are coming back in a couple of weeks to share with other friends. 3 nights felt like a week away. This place is a home with everything you could possibly need. We felt quite privileged that we could book it for a weekend and didn’t go anywhere, I took plenty of great food and wine and we just enjoyed the space and the lake. Thank you x
10.0
Beautiful Home and location
Luxury
10.0
Beautiful view
Such a perfect place to stay and with a bonus of being able to take our dogs. Loved it and will book again when we go back to Taupo.
10.0
Very well equipped and well located housr
Everything you need for a relaxing break
10.0
Lovely property perfect location
Thanks so much guys the property was nice clean and fully equipped. Great location and perfect communication from property manager
10.0
Adult retreat
Superb spot for r'n'r, restful, tasteful, very well equipped. Bonus is 🐕 allowed too (and inside) so this part of our family didn't get left out. Perfect for family catch up. Not for small children but as that was not applicable to us it was just perfect.
10.0
Very smart property and very warm
Superb location - loved it
10.0
Fantastic Location
House was in a fantastic location and so lovely and warm with underfloor heating on for our arrival and the open fire for the nights. Absolutely everything you need to cook up a feast in the beautiful kitchen. Lovely furnishings and comfortable beds. Wish we could have stayed for longer. Appreciated house being pet friendly with even dog towels/blankets and bowls provided.
8.0
The property is amazing with close access to the lake
The property is amazing with close access to the lake. very comfortable house
10.0
Beautiful home and fantastic lake view.
Beautiful home and fantastic lake view.
10.0
Beautiful house, clean and upmarket.
Beautiful house, clean and upmarket. A great location to stay right by the lake. We will be back
8.0
Good place to spend with family, great view, has all accessories you need.
Good place to spend with family, great view, has all accessories you need.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Taupo?
The average price for a rental in Taupo is R 3,429 per night. This rental is R 5,843 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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