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Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style

Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Taupō

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Smart TV
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Smart TV
Smart TV

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Taupo, Waikato
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Spa Thermal Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Taupō

At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony. .Home features a living room, 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. .With a stay at this Richmond Heights holiday home, you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Three Mile Bay and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Taupō Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Industrie French Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬7 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.

Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style

Kensington Estate – Stylish Retreat with Stunning Lake Views
Welcome to Kensington Estate, a beautifully furnished 2-bedroom upstairs retreat with a private entrance, located near Taupō’s stunning 2 Mile Bay.

The Space
🏡 Private Upstairs Retreat – This is a self-contained upper-level unit in a split home, offering your own private entrance and separate living space for a peaceful stay.

✨ Accommodates up to 5 guests
🛏 Bedding configuration:

Master Bedroom: 1x King-size bed
Second Bedroom: 1x Sofa bed, 1x Single bed

Why You'll Love It
🌅 Breathtaking Views – Wraparound decks with outdoor seating offer stunning lake views and unforgettable sunsets
🌿 Private & Peaceful – A second deck overlooks a tranquil bush reserve, where you can wake up to the sound of native birds
🍽 Modern & Spacious – Open-plan living with a fully equipped kitchen for your convenience
🔥 ❄ All-Season Comfort – Heat pump/air conditioning to keep you cozy year-round
📺 Entertainment & Connectivity – Smart TV and Wi-Fi included

Location
📍 Just 5km from Taupō town centre, making it the perfect base for your holiday adventures

We provide quality bedding and towels to ensure a comfortable stay. Book now and experience the best of Taupō at Kensington Estate!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

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)

Policies

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 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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style have a pool?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style?

No, Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Are pets allowed at Your Home Away from Home – Kick Back & Relax in Style?

No, pets are not allowed.