Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa
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Entire home
Popular amenities
- Hot tub
- Washer
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
Explore the area

- Mangakino Golf Club7 min walk
- Mangakino Recreation Reserve9 min walk
- Lake Maraetai17 min walk
- Taupo (TUO)66 min drive
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About the area
Mangakino
What's nearby
- Mangakino Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Mangakino Recreation Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Lake Maraetai - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Lake Taupo - 39 min drive - 54.4 km
- Skyline Rotorua - 55 min drive - 75.9 km
Getting around
- Taupo (TUO) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
- The Dam Cafe - 7 min drive
- Fred's Pizzeria - 7 min drive
- The Hui Hut - Bar & Eatery - 7 min walk
- Diya Backcountry Restaurant - 10 min walk
- Russmans - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa
The main house offers 2 queen bedrooms and an open-plan living and kitchen area, comfortably sleeping up to 7 guests with air conditioning and heating. For the rest of your group, the newly built rear cabin provides a queen bedroom and a spacious rumpus room that can accommodate another 5 guests.
The biggest dilemma? Deciding who sleeps where!
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Set on an 800sqm flat section, Black Beauty and its new cabin offer a pet-friendly environment, complete with a fenced backyard for your dogs. The property features 3 queen bedrooms and a large rumpus room within a spacious 150+sqm family-friendly holiday home. The open-plan living area includes French doors on both ends, allowing for natural airflow and creating a comfortable living space. There are also 2 full bathrooms and an outdoor shower for added convenience.
Whether you're hosting a second family or giving the teens their own space while you enjoy some adult downtime, the possibilities are endless!
Both the front and rear decks are covered with year-round pergolas, providing a perfect spot for BBQs, outdoor games, and fresh air no matter the weather. Or simply relax on the bean bags.
Outdoor activities include soccer, backyard cricket, Connect 4, Risk, Jenga, Pétanque, frisbees, and a trampoline, providing hours of fun for both kids and adults. Inside, you'll find a foosball table, along with a variety of toys, games, and books to keep everyone entertained.
After an active day, take a refreshing outdoor shower under the stars, or enjoy the comfort of the indoor shower.
Both houses are fully insulated and equipped with large heat pumps for year-round comfort. Solar panels are in place to reduce energy consumption and promote sustainability. For your entertainment, both homes feature a smart flat-screen TV with Freeview, Netflix, and casting options, as well as ample WiFi.
There’s plenty of parking for boats, jet skis, toys, or caravans, with parking available in both the front and back yards.
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Both front doors feature an electronic code lock, allowing you to set your own personalized code, with the added convenience of auto-locking after 15 minutes.
We’re happy to accommodate early or late check-ins/outs and lake access, typically at no extra charge—just let us know when booking, and we’ll do our best to work with your schedule.
The entire house, cabin, spa, and section are yours to enjoy, whether you’re relaxing solo or sharing the space with family or friends.
Our local cleaning team is just around the corner, so if you need anything during your stay, we can quickly assist you.
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While our Kiwi Bach may not yet be a 5-star property, it’s a warm and welcoming space perfect for unwinding and making memories. This is our family lake house, where we love to explore the local area and use it as a base for all kinds of activities.
In keeping with the Kiwi Bach tradition, we kindly ask guests to leave the house in a tidy condition. If possible, please do the dishes or at least load them into the dishwasher and turn it on before departing.
We provide high-quality mattresses, pillows, and duvets on all beds, with extra blankets available if needed. Our Sleepyhead beds are consistently praised for their comfort!
A $100 cleaning & linens fee per stay covers the costs of our local cleaning crew, who ensure the house is spotless before and after your stay. They also take care of guest reviews.
We’re pet-friendly (with prior notice) and charge the same rate for pets as we do for extra guests. Some booking platforms may not allow pets, but we can arrange this after booking. The pet fee helps cover additional cleaning, including carpet shampooing, to keep the space fresh for future guests.
Please note that smoking is only allowed outside, and all cigarette butts must be disposed of properly in the bin—please don’t leave them on the grounds.
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Location:
We’re within walking distance of local shops, including a small grocery store, bakery, cafe, pharmacy, and takeaways. The closest petrol station is just 5 minutes away in Whakamaru.
About 45 minutes to 1 hour from both Taupo and Rotorua.
About Mangakino:
Mangakino is a peaceful lakeside village located next to Lake Maraetai in the heart of New Zealand’s North Island, within the Great Lake Taupo region. Once a thriving town due to the dam construction and forestry industry, it has now become a quiet getaway popular with holidaymakers and tourists. Mangakino is ideal for water sports, hiking, mountain biking, and relaxing weekends by the lake.
Enjoy a picnic on the shores of Lake Maraetai while watching wakeboarders or take a refreshing swim in the warm waters during summer. Mountain bikes and kayaks are available for hire at the lakefront.
The Waikato River Trails, which run along the Mangakino lakefront, are perfect for hiking and mountain biking. The southern trail leads to the Whakamaru Dam and features a 70-meter suspension bridge across the river.
Hiking in the Pureora Forest is also popular, especially the renowned Timber Trail.
Getting Here:
You’ll need a car to access the property. There is no public transport available.
We are approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour from both Taupo and Rotorua, and 2.5 hours from Auckland.
Within walking distance to everything in town, including 3 kids’ parks, shops, a golf course, frisbee golf course, the lake, walking trails, bus stops, and more.
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Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Hot tub
- Massage
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 2.5 bathrooms
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Yard
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- 3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 3 steps to reach entrance
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- No lift (single-level property)
- Single level property
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Thin carpet in public areas
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Designated smoking areas
- Note from host: Outside only, clean up after yourself.
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (limited availability)
Location highlights
- In a village
- In the mountains
- Near a hospital
- Next to a golf course
- On a lake
- On a river
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Bicycle parking
- Bicycle storage
- Bicycles
- Foosball table
- Golf
- Kayak
- Optional golf privileges
- Water sports equipment
- Basketball nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- 100% renewable energy
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Bicycle parking
- Bicycle storage
- Bicycles
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Double-glazed windows
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Electric car charging station
- Garden
- Solar energy
- Towels (changed on request)
- Unit size: 1,453 square feet
- Water-efficient showers
- Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Special check-in instructions
Access methods
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum 3 pets
- Restrictions apply
- For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation Service animals are exempt from fees.
- Note from host: With prior approval and fee. Send details.
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: No Loud Parties This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
We should mention
- To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa?
As of 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa on 1 Apr 2025 start from AU$327.56, including 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.
What luxury perks are available at Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa?
This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a private yard and a living room.
What makes Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub and private balconies help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa.
Is Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground, an arcade and children's books, it's no surprise that Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa?
No, Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there a golf course on site at Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa?
There is a golf course next to Black Beauty - Spacious Family Retreat for 12 + Spa.
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