10/10 Excellent
Chris V.
16 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Views
Chris V.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Kinder Cottage
Holiday home in Taupō with patio
Photo gallery for Kinder Cottage
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Dryer
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
Taupo, Waikato
- Spa Thermal ParkPlace, Spa Thermal Park
- Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information CentrePlace, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre6 min drive
- Taupō Hot SpringsPlace, Taupō Hot Springs11 min drive
- Taupō Airport (TUO)Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)18 min drive
Room options
About the area
Taupō
At this holiday home, you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Lake Taupō and 5.4 km (3.3 mi) from Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Highlights at this holiday home include a dryer, free WiFi and a patio. .Home features a TV, a coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board. A microwave and a stovetop make in-room dining convenient. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Acacia Bay holiday home include Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Waikato River.
What's nearby
- Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
- Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Huka Falls - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
- Taupō Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
Getting around
- Taupō Airport (TUO) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- The Vine Eatery - 6 min drive
- Dixie Brown's Cafe - 7 min drive
- Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - 6 min drive
- BUBU Coffee Roasters - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Kinder Cottage
Superbly located in Acacia Bay, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage has everything you need for your family holiday, work trip or a catch up with friends.
Enjoy your morning cuppa tea or coffee in the conservatory with views of Mt Tauhara and the Great Lake Taupo in the distance. The fully fenced private back yard is a perfect outdoor play area for children and also doubles as the entertainers delight with Weber BBQ, fire-pit and outdoor furniture.
Keep warm and cozy in the winter months and comfortably cool in the summer with a heat pump/ air conditioning unit in the main living area and electric panel heaters and fans in both bedrooms.
There is plenty to keep everyone entertained with Sky TV provided and if you'd like to stretch the legs and get some fresh air - Besley park is just 10-minute walk away where you'll find a pirate themed playground, tennis courts, community hall and recreation reserve. Bring your own sports equipment or make the most of the tennis racquets provided. Acacia Bay's ever popular swimming spot is only a 3-minute (1.5km) drive away, or bring the boat and launch it at Acacia Bay South Boat ramp, only a 4-minute drive away.
The Kinder Cottage is a handy location to the Acacia Bay shopping centre where you'll find a convenience store, garden centre and the Bay Bar and Brasserie which only a 2-minute walk away. Taupo's town centre is 6-minute drive where you will be close to all of the best restaurants, cafe's, shops and attractions that Taupo has to offer.
Parking - 2 x off street parking + on street parking. Sorry the garage is not for guest use.
Kinder Cottage is a popular location for groups of up to 4 guests.
Linen included – we are a holiday home management company who uses professionally laundered linen & towels.
Exit clean included in nightly rate.
No pets. Strictly no parties/events or loud groups.
Bedding configuration is: Bedroom 1: 1 x queen. Bedroom 2: 2 x singles. 1 x portacot.
Please note: A 2.3% surcharge is charged on all credit/debit card transactions.
Enjoy your morning cuppa tea or coffee in the conservatory with views of Mt Tauhara and the Great Lake Taupo in the distance. The fully fenced private back yard is a perfect outdoor play area for children and also doubles as the entertainers delight with Weber BBQ, fire-pit and outdoor furniture.
Keep warm and cozy in the winter months and comfortably cool in the summer with a heat pump/ air conditioning unit in the main living area and electric panel heaters and fans in both bedrooms.
There is plenty to keep everyone entertained with Sky TV provided and if you'd like to stretch the legs and get some fresh air - Besley park is just 10-minute walk away where you'll find a pirate themed playground, tennis courts, community hall and recreation reserve. Bring your own sports equipment or make the most of the tennis racquets provided. Acacia Bay's ever popular swimming spot is only a 3-minute (1.5km) drive away, or bring the boat and launch it at Acacia Bay South Boat ramp, only a 4-minute drive away.
The Kinder Cottage is a handy location to the Acacia Bay shopping centre where you'll find a convenience store, garden centre and the Bay Bar and Brasserie which only a 2-minute walk away. Taupo's town centre is 6-minute drive where you will be close to all of the best restaurants, cafe's, shops and attractions that Taupo has to offer.
Parking - 2 x off street parking + on street parking. Sorry the garage is not for guest use.
Kinder Cottage is a popular location for groups of up to 4 guests.
Linen included – we are a holiday home management company who uses professionally laundered linen & towels.
Exit clean included in nightly rate.
No pets. Strictly no parties/events or loud groups.
Bedding configuration is: Bedroom 1: 1 x queen. Bedroom 2: 2 x singles. 1 x portacot.
Please note: A 2.3% surcharge is charged on all credit/debit card transactions.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry facilities
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
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 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
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 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.
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
my-stays-nz-KINDER-STREET-11A
Frequently asked questions
Does Kinder Cottage have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Kinder Cottage family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Kinder Cottage is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kinder Cottage?
No, Kinder Cottage does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Kinder Cottage?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Kinder Cottage?
No, pets are not allowed.
Reviews
Kinder Cottage Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
8 - Good
0
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sofia S.
10 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
The location was just perfect, 5 minute walk to the lake. Gorgeous view of the lake through the windows, layout of the house was perfect, my partner and I were even talking about how we would even live there.
Sofia S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025