Happiness at the Lake, Kuratau | House in Kuratau

9.6 (25 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  8 Guests
Kuratau House | Happiness at the Lake, Kuratau

3 Bedroom House in Kuratau

Breathe in the fresh lake air as you marvel at the magical views of Southern Lake Taupo and its surrounding landscapes, Kuratau is soul food at its best.
We invite you to stay with us.....
When staying at a traditional Kiwi Bach, like ours, guests bring their own linen (sheets, pillowcases, towels, tea-towels). We have a compulsory cleaning fee of $100 per stay.
MORE DETAILS ABOUT OUR BACH:
Our bach is nestled in a sunny sheltered position. This well appointed 3 bedroom bach has everything that you need to make the most of your stay in Kuratau. Kickback and relax or partake in the many recreational activities available on your doorstep year-round, all from the comfort of this home from home.
The open plan living area has plenty of space for everyone, a large flat screen TV with all the usual apps (Use your own login for paid apps eg. Netflix) and a bluetooth speaker. From here, step out to the garden - a large private flat lawn ideal for ball games, and a BBQ for summer entertaining. Outdoor furniture with an umbrella for those sunny days or cosy up in front of the gas fire on those colder winter nights and enjoy a movie or board game.
The kitchen has everything you need to cook up a storm. Amenities include oven, microwave, blender, crock pot, electric fry pan, lots of pots/pans/crockery/etc and a dishwasher to do the hard work for you while you enjoy a freshly brewed cappuccino from the Nespresso machine (BYO Pods).
The bunk bedroom has 2 x single bunk beds and a wall mounted flat screen TV with USB drive full of children's movies, as well as books, toys and games. Babys travel cot available.
Kuratau is a safe swimming spot, has easy boat access to the lake. World renowned trout fishing is available at both local rivers and the lake, plus there are many walking / biking / bush tracks to enjoy.
10 mins to Tokaanu - Hot Pools, white water rafting. 15 mins to Turangi – boat charters, Tongariro River Trail, National Trout Centre, golf and gateway to Tongariro National Park. Whakapapa ski-field is about 50 mins away.
Special conditions:
BYO linen. (Sheets, Pillowcases, Towels, Bathmat, Tea Towels)
Compulsory clean.

This 3 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Kuratau. Enjoy your stay in Kuratau at this House.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Toaster
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 4 stairs to reach property
Activities
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
General
  • English
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Highchair
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
Skiing
  • Close to skiing

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

kendyl a.
Jul 18, 2025 05:28:25 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Great spot for a weekend getaway! The batch was clean, cozy, and had everything we needed. Plenty of space for our group, comfy beds, and a great outdoor area. Super easy check-in and great communication from the host. Would definitely come back!
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