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Huia · Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer?

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Third-party on-site parking
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
The current price is AU$305
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Taupo, Waikato
  • Maori Carvings
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Taupo

At this holiday home you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Lake Taupo and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features a TV, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Taupo holiday home include Maori Carvings and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp.
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What's nearby

  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬16 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.

Huia · Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer?

Happiness is only a block away from the lake.
This 2 bedroom home has polished wooden floors, large open plan living and perfect for the small family or a couple who want a get away. Nestled in a prime location amongst the bird area in Taupo. Free Wifi. 2 mins walk to the beach and along the lake front to town or the walking track to 5 Mile bay, this is your super handy to everything place. Bring the boat or your bikes the garage is lockable. Small dogs welcome.

Open plan kitchen, lounge and dining, indoor/outdoor flow.
Big section with space to park all the toys. Walking distance to the lake, restaurants, parks and the town Centre.

Whole house

We like to give our guests their privacy but we is available by phone or text to answer any questions and we are only ever 10-15 minutes drive away if needed in an emergency.

This is a very safe and family friendly neighbourhood.

Park up the car, walk, scooter and bike.

Rotorua is only one hours drive and Hawkes Bay within 1.5 hours drive for a day of sightseeing and for the active traveller the Ski field and Tongariro crossing is an 1.5 hours drive. The Glowworm Caves are also 2 hours drive and Hobbiton 1.5 hours making Taupo the heart of the North Island and the perfect place to stay and explore from.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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 that there is a 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

102741

Frequently asked questions

Does Huia · Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer? have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Huia · Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer??

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Huia · Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer? on 1 Apr 2025 start from AU$305.07, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Huia · Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer??

No, Huia · Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer? does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Huia · Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer??

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Huia · Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer? Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Lovely little gem,close to all amenities and lake,wonderful property manages,cant say enough about the property manager,mo
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Surprisingly it was a very quiet area. Bonus of being able to take the dog with us. Enjoyed our stay, the only negative would be the couch which isn't very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuliya K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
Excellent location and a very responsive host.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
All that you need
Great little holiday home - all the basics are there that make the property work for a simple bach to base yourself while you are in Taupo. We always appreciate somewhere that is pet friendly and has usable and safe lock up garage for storage of bikes etc too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Short Break
We had a lovely stay at the property. It was a quick walk to the water and an easy walk into town. It had everything we needed and it was great that it was dog friendly. I would definitely recommend a stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Huia Taupo
As in the summary for this bach, happiness on Huia! Great location, easy walk to everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family in Taupo
Great place Pet Friendly accommodation Easy walk to the lake
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla Andrea M., Auckland New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
This is my secound time, and definitely we be back. Close to the central, shops and swimming pools.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter break
Was a nice little house, warm and close to everything taupo has to offer
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
The house is very comfortable, definitely we deserve the stay. A few cleaning things need attention, like the drains and behind the sofas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Rowena V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Huia St Taupo
Clean house and convenient location but many things not up to par inside e.g. power points that didn't work for the microwave and hairdryer, uncomfortable couch and lots of marks and damage. We appreciated being able to have our dog with us though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Lucile D.

Okay for a night
good communication with the property manager, great location, don’t except any more than that though. The house is old and needs to be renovated. Very little kitchen equipment, bare minimum. The washing machine looks new but the laundry room is old too and we found cockroaches on the floor. Good for one night if you’re passing by but I wouldn’t stay a week. The price was okay though compared than other properties in Taupo
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

David B., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed Stay.
Great Location. Price of stay per night should be lowered. Chairs and Furniture very dated. Most frustrating was a shower door, which was damaged, and was hard to keep closed. The manager said shower door could not be replaced or repaired. Several lights were not working, obviously the house is not checked on a regular basis. I felt I was over charged for the lack of quality I and my wife experienced.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a stopover in Taupo
The proximity to the lakefront and town is a great benefit to this property. The home is generally well presented, though some gardening wouldn't go astray. Thanks Kerry!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

luke S.

2022
Nice and basic everything you need to have a nice couple of days stay in taupo very close and central to everything Lawns were abit overgrown but besides that 10 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022