At this holiday home you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a fenced private garden, a Smart TV and a hairdryer. 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 Richmond Heights holiday home include Four Mile Bay and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens.
Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
Spa Thermal Park - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
Getting around
Taupō Airport (TUO) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Industrie French Kitchen - 5 min drive
Dixie Brown's Cafe - 8 min drive
Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - 5 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.
Tobin Cottage - thoughtfully furnished, two storey property, pet Friendly, in central location
You will be close to everything Taupo has to offer when you stay at this centrally located place. Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally located home, just a few minutes drive from the town centre. Thoughtfully decorated and set up with everything you need to simply arrive, unpack, and relax!
We're also happy to host your fur babies for your stay, just please let us know in advance.
Tobin Cottage is a thoughtfully decorated two story property just a short drive from the town centre. It has everything you need for a lovely relaxing stay in Taupo, including:
Smart TV Two heat pumps New fridge/freezer New oven New washing machine New dryer Microwave Hairdryer Nespresso machine and capsules X-box Board games Baby high chair
When you book to stay at Tobin Cottage you will have the place to yourselves to enjoy.
You can contact the team at Your Space Taupo between 8am - 8pm using AirBnB messaging. HOUSE RULES
Please supervise children around the stairs, and whilst upstairs at all times.
Checkout Time - Unless confirmed in advance via the Guest Portal link, checkout is before 10:00am on your final day. Cleaning rosters are set a week in advance and the team start at 10:00am.
Linen - Please strip the sheets and pillows placing them in the bathroom together with bath and kitchen towels and cloths. Please do not strip duvets as they are washed separately. (No need to wash any linen please as this is done professionally).
BBQ - If a BBQ is provided and used, please ensure you clean it prior to departure or a $50 fee will be incurred. We have provided everything required to clean it in the blue cube.
Kitchen - If a dishwasher is provided please place all dirty dishes in the dishwasher and turn it on. Alternatively please handwash your dishes and put them away. Please do not turn the fridge/freezer off.
Rubbish - Two bags and a recycling bin are provided free of charge. Please remove all additional rubbish from the property. Please contact us if this is an issue for any reason.
Before Leaving - Please check that all doors are locked and windows are shut, lights, electric blankets, the heat pump and/or heaters are turned off, and return the key to the lockbox. Please double check the house, and lawns before leaving as we often find lost property. Any lost property will be kept for a maximum of 3 weeks before being discarded. We will happily courier any lost property back to you - if requested, a postage and handling fee will be incurred.
Damage or Maintenance Issues - Please report any accidental property damage or maintenance issues as you come across them and prior to departure so that we can resolve issues before our next guests arrive.
Fees - Unfortunately a fee will be incurred via AirBnB to cover any extra cleaning required due to any of the above rules not being followed.
Pets - If you plan to bring a pet, we politely ask you to maintain the property with regard to any pet poop, thanks. We will charge a $50 fee for clearance of any poop by our cleaning or inspection team. Please also note that you will be liable for ANY damages incurred to the property by your pet (or appearing to be as a result from your pet). Please exercise care, and supervise your pet at all times, thank you.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation! Have a lovely stay.
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,346 square feet
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
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
208419
Frequently asked questions
Does Tobin Cottage - thoughtfully furnished, two storey property, pet Friendly, in central location have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Tobin Cottage - thoughtfully furnished, two storey property, pet Friendly, in central location?
As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tobin Cottage - thoughtfully furnished, two storey property, pet Friendly, in central location on 13 Nov 2025 start from NZ$611.05, 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 Tobin Cottage - thoughtfully furnished, two storey property, pet Friendly, in central location family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and highchairs, it's no surprise that Tobin Cottage - thoughtfully furnished, two storey property, pet Friendly, in central location is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tobin Cottage - thoughtfully furnished, two storey property, pet Friendly, in central location?
No, Tobin Cottage - thoughtfully furnished, two storey property, pet Friendly, in central location does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Tobin Cottage - thoughtfully furnished, two storey property, pet Friendly, in central location?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.