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79 Rainbow · Kiwiana Cottage 1 minute walk to the lake

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 690 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

79 Rainbow · Kiwiana Cottage 1 minute walk to the lake

This cool 60s Kiwi Bach with a modern twist is ideally located in Rainbow Point, just a stone's throw from the lake just a 1 minute walk. Boasting 3 bedrooms, open plan living, and outdoor relaxing, the stylish design gives a fresh twist on kiwiana. Just a moments wander to sandy swimming beaches, the cottage is a great place to create memories of your Taupo holiday. Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay.


Enjoy all the laid back holiday vibes in this cleverly designed 1960s Bach.

Kiwiana Cottage boasts open plan living with great connection to the sunny veranda and private lawn ensuring an ease of holiday living you will love.

Set within pretty mature gardens, the inside reflects the out as beautiful art and clever design features create a classic cool mid century Bach which stands out from the crowd.

Enjoy the local beach and rope swing from morning until night, it’s just a very short wander from the house. Take to the Lions Walk by bike or on foot or make the 3 minute drive and drop the boat in at either 2 Mile or 3 Mile boat ramp.

Exceptionally located for the best of Taupo all year round.

The whole home is yours to access and enjoy. You will have access to and use of the entire cottage including large veranda, private lawn and an off street carpark for 2 cars, or car + jetski/small boat.
Please note: the Bunk room is small with 2x 180cm bunks and side table.

We like to give our guests their privacy but Kerry is available by phone or text to answer any questions and we are only ever 10-15 minutes drive away if needed in an emergency.

This is a very safe and quiet neighborhood; we are 2 minutes walk from the lake and Lions walkway.

Rotorua is only one hours drive and Hawkes Bay within 1.5 hours drive for a day of sightseeing and for the active traveler. The Mt Ruapehu Ski field and Tongariro crossing is an 1 hour drive. The Glowworm Caves are also 2 hours drive and Hobbiton 1.5 hours making Taupo the heart of the North Island and the perfect place to stay and explore from.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 968.8 sq ft (90 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

102739

About the neighborhood

Map
Taupo, Waikato

What's nearby

  • The Landing Lake Taupo - 2 min drive
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 5 min drive
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive
  • Spa Thermal Park - 8 min drive
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Fish Box - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 79 Rainbow · Kiwiana Cottage 1 minute walk to the lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 79 Rainbow · Kiwiana Cottage 1 minute walk to the lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 79 Rainbow · Kiwiana Cottage 1 minute walk to the lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 79 Rainbow · Kiwiana Cottage 1 minute walk to the lake located?

Located in Rainbow Point, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Taupo and Three Mile Bay. Four Mile Bay and Five Mile Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km).

79 Rainbow · Kiwiana Cottage 1 minute walk to the lake Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place
Great property, clean and easy check in. Good location, 5min walk to lake, quiet, safe looking neigbour hood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

chris w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Concert
Great location, clean and tidy. Dissapointed in the bunk beds. Top bunk bed was unable to be used. There was a note regarding this when we arrived but this caused friction amongst the teenage kids as two of them then had to use the same bed. Advanced notification may have mitigated this or we may have made a different decision. There were some other minor issues with some light switches not working, possibly needed bulbs changing. Overall an average experience with the unusable bed causing significant, and unnecessary friction which distracted from what would otherwise have been a great break.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

charlie s.

Liked: Cleanliness
just what we needed
everything was spot on
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retro home
Lovely house, great location. Nice and sunny. A dryer and heated towel rails in the bathroom, would be a great addition to this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adelaide B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
This cottage was a great stay with friends for a few days. Bedrooms were a bit out of proportion, with one being quite large, while the other two were very small. Other than that it was perfect for the short stay. The host was very fast at responding prior to and after check in. And it was awesome that they turned the heating on for us prior to our arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family of three generations enjoyed this lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location
Great easy process and loved the house and location 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023