Better than Home - NEW Lake View | Villa in Taupo

| 9.6 (22 Reviews) |   5 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Wharewaka Villa | Better than Home - NEW Lake View

5 Bedroom Villa in Wharewaka, Taupo

Featuring a garden, Better than Home - NEW Lake View provides accommodations in Taupo. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park is 27 miles from the villa and The Hidden Valley is 27 miles away. Providing a terrace and mountain views, the spacious villa includes 5 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, TV, an equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. The property has an outdoor dining area. Great Lake Convention Centre is 3.8 miles from the villa, while Huka Prawn Park is 5.9 miles away. Taupo Airport is 1.2 miles from the property.

Better than Home - NEW Lake View is located in Taupo.

This 5 Bedrooms Villa is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, View, Balcony/Terrace, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 22 reviews with the average score of 9.6 . Coming to Taupo and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Villa for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 5 Bedrooms Villa if you want to learn more about this place in Taupo. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Better than Home - NEW Lake View in Taupo is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Better than Home - NEW Lake View”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Villa, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Free parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Non-smoking rooms
Guest Services
  • Baggage storage
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/out

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties, managed by a private host

Reviews

Value for money:
7.5
Location:
8
Staff:
9.5
Facilities:
9.5
Comfort:
9
Cleanliness:
8.5
Eru
Feb 2, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Beautiful home. Lots of space, great location.
Summary: Had a great stay. Easy communication with Kelly, very accomodating and helpful.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Villa
Room Type: Villa
Room Size: 200 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Villa

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Conditioner, Shower, Guest bathroom, Shampoo, Towels, Hairdryer, Free toiletries

Media & Technology

Streaming service (like Netflix), TV

General

Iron, Air conditioning, Heating, Carpeted, Private entrance, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Hardwood or parquet floors

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Patio, Balcony

Kitchen

Stovetop, Dishwasher, Electric kettle, Oven, Microwave, Dining table, Coffee machine, Washing machine, Refrigerator, Dryer, Cleaning products, Kitchen, Wine glasses, Kitchenware, Toaster

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa

View

Lake view, Quiet street view, Garden view, View, Mountain view

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack, Sofa bed, Non-feather pillow

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer

FAQ's

Is this Wharewaka villa pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Wharewaka villa?

Check-in time for Wharewaka villa starts counting from 4:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Wharewaka villa have a swimming pool?

No, this Wharewaka villa does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Wharewaka villa?

Best-rates for the Wharewaka villa starts from $806 per night with includes View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Internet, Air Conditioner, Parking with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Wharewaka villa a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this villa 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the villa has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Wharewaka villa wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Wharewaka villa has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Wharewaka villa?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Wharewaka villa indicates 1 day stay policy at this villa. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Wharewaka villa?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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