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10/10 Excellent
Fleur D.
20 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Fleur D.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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Kereru Cottage Taupo. Peaceful, family & dog friendly house close to Lakes edge
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Kereru Cottage Taupo. Peaceful, family & dog friendly house close to Lakes edge provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms140 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
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About this property
Kereru Cottage Taupo. Peaceful, family & dog friendly house close to Lakes edge
- Metres from Lake Taupo, this lovely fully fenced property is family and dog friendly. Waitahanui is quiet and relaxing, just 5 mins from Taupo airport. Lake views from the master bedroom, office and living room/patio. Take your wine to the lake, sit and enjoy stunning sunsets. Dogs can walk on the beach off the lead. Swim in the lake, fly fish at the river a few minutes walk away or just read and relax. 3 bedrooms (king/queen/bunks), heat pumps in all rooms, Starlink wifi, new fully equiped kitchen, 2 bathrooms (one with a bathtub), plenty of board games, books to read or watch movies on the new 50 inch SmartTV.
Full laundry (washer & dryer). Office nook with standing desk and a gorgeous view of the lake (might be a bit hard to get any work done!)
Supermarket & cafe 8 mins drive. Mini golf, kids entertainment, cafe, bar & restaurant 5 mins drive. 12 mins to Taupo MotorSport Park.
We're happy to assist with any questions while you stay at our house.
2 external security cameras on site.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Office
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- Up to 25 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- No lift (single-level property)
- Single level property
- Thin carpet in public areas
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Things to do
- Bicycle parking
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Bicycle parking
- Composting
- Double-glazed windows
- Garden
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- No plastic water bottles
- Recycling
- Reusable coffee/tea filters
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Unit size: 1,507 square feet
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 PM
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 to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn everything off (except wifi & fridge)
Close all windows. Put cushions for outside furniture in office.
Stack outside chairs & tuck into corner with table.
Cover bbq & use bungee cords tosecure
Empty recycling into bins at the back.
Empty compost bin into black compost bin in the back garden and rinse the compost bin.
Take yellow rubbish bags out of bin, tie up and leave at the back door.
Pick up dog poop & put in yellow bag outside.
Turn off heat pumps
Towels in the laundry
Games & books returned
Outside taps/hoses off
Lock back door & put key in lockbox.
Leave gate closed
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
We welcome Family's and Couples, Youngster is not allowed, Party is not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Note from host: please let us know how many pets you are bringing
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
About the area
Waitahanui is home to this holiday home. The Landing Lake Taupō and Taupō Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Five Mile Bay and Lake Taupō. Travelling with kids? Consider Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and A.C. Baths. Visit our Waitahanui travel guide
View more Holiday homes in WaitahanuiWaitahanui, Waikato
What's nearby
Taupō Hot Springs10 min drive - 15.1 km
Spa Thermal Park13 min drive - 18.0 km- Five Mile Bay5 min walk - 0.5 km
- A.C. Baths13 min drive - 18.3 km
- Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre13 min drive - 15.1 km
Getting around
- Taupō Airport (TUO)7 min drive
Restaurants
- Mavericks5 min drive
- Millennium Hotel & Resort10 min drive
- Two Mile Bay Sailing Club9 min drive
- The Fish Box8 min drive
- Cafe Lacus5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Kereru Cottage Taupo. Peaceful, family & dog friendly house close to Lakes edge pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Kereru Cottage Taupo. Peaceful, family & dog friendly house close to Lakes edge?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Kereru Cottage Taupo. Peaceful, family & dog friendly house close to Lakes edge?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kereru Cottage Taupo. Peaceful, family & dog friendly house close to Lakes edge?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Kereru Cottage Taupo. Peaceful, family & dog friendly house close to Lakes edge located?
Located in Waitahanui, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Five Mile Bay and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Landing Lake Taupō and Lake Taupō. Three Mile Bay and Four Mile Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Kereru Cottage Taupo. Peaceful, family & dog friendly house close to Lakes edge Reviews
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Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Patsy M.
3 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday home, ideal location
Patsy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good
L K.
22 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A lovely host who even went to the trouble of putting up a Christmas Tree for us to enjoy.
L K.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Roland G.
6 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable
We had a really nice stay in a very well set up home close to the lake and close to cycle trails. Everything worked well and we had great comms with Tina.Thank you!
Roland G.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025