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Relax on the front porch with a bench and small table, or use the covered outdoor area for additional living space.
Cozy living space with a central kitchen area, featuring a dining table and chairs.
Relax in this stylish living area with a sofa, kitchenette, and potted plant.
Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, bedside table, and round mirror.
Stylish hallway leads to a bathroom with a toilet and window.

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 665 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Mangakino, Mangakino
  • Lake Maraetai
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Mangakino Recreation Reserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Mangakino Golf Club
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Relax in a serene patio area with two wicker chairs and a gravel pathway leading to a door.

Comfy and Cozy at the Lake

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Microwave
The price is CHF 157
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Comfy and Cozy at the Lake

About this property

Entire place

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

Waipoua Lake House

Freshly renovated bach. Light and bright in a peaceful location to kick back and relax with an easy stroll to the boat ramp, lake front reserve or the local shops.

“We had a great trip to Mangakino, was a bonus that we could bring our furry friend Jack. Tidy fully fenced section and well appointed cute home with everything we need.”

NOTE: Cleaning is provided for $45 per booking. Duvets/blankets and pillows are provided - linen and towels are available for an additional $55 per booking/stay.

Aranui Lake House is next door if you need more space - on another listing.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Waikato River. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. A kitchen and a patio are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and patio
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Waikato River and 5 minutes on foot from Mangakino Recreation Reserve
Waipoua Lake House offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Grant Harris

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

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

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Waipoua Lake House
Waipoua House Maraetai
Waipoua Lake House (Lake Maraetai) Mangakino
Waipoua Lake House (Lake Maraetai) Private vacation home

Waipoua Lake House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was super clean and beautifully presented. So cosy and warm with the heat pump going. We loved our stay. Thanks!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone W., Matakana Island

Liked: Cleanliness

Mangakino

Excellent stayDefinitely worth it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suini P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Perfect location, close to shops and a short walk down to the lake. House was really warm and cosy and clean. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Simon H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good

Nice tidy property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Goleman Team

The Team enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Waikato River Trails base

The Waipoua Lake House worked well for us and 2 young adult children. The bach was comfortable and well equipped, there was also plenty of room for bikes & cars. Communication with Grant was prompt and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui M.

Liked: Cleanliness

All Round Gem

Good communication and prompt to respond. Lovely layout and well presented, with all that was promised. Fully equiped for the number and age of persons offered to cater for.Easy and quick access to biking and walking trails, shops, golf club, and lake. Would go back again for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

“Dam”great place

Accommodation like new inside, accurate description. Heat pump fab after a hot day riding. Grant was communicative. Great place to be based to explore the Waikato River Trails.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

...clean and funky batch, we all loved our stay, would reommend and rebiook. Thanks Grant

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to stay

The place is exactly as described and quiet. It is an ideal place to stay to go exploring from. Easy drive to Taupo and Rotorua.The host is quick to respond to any questions and is very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

cara

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to escape the crazy Auckland busy lifestyle.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved our stay

Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely cottage. Loved the location being so close to the lake.Everything was clean and tidy. There were dog Poos left behind from previous tenants so we cleaned them up. My only suggestion would be to please leave a manual for the oven. Had us totally confused! We were here for a dog Trial in Tokoroa and hesitated about the travel each day but was definitely worth it. Again, many thanks. Maree
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mangakino return

Enjoyed our stay...comfortable and relaxing.. na mihi :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

The property was clean and simple. We have a 1 year old and didn’t have to move too much to make it baby safe. Recommended if you have young ones.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute

Perfect for a brief catch-up, central to both our locations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Brilliant midway point for Taupo footy tournament

A magical place to stay. My kids were thrilled. It was difficult to get them to leave! Beautifully modernised and with all that we needed. Super comfy and cozy. Outstanding communication and helpfulness from host. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ash M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfort in a time of sorrow

We travelled to say goodbye to our Nan. To be able to come back to a clean, comfortable and light space after days of grief was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a rowing camp weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alma P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family catch up

The house was clean and cozy easy access and easy the get hold of the host suited our family one night stay could off stayed more will be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

Liked: Cleanliness

close to golf course, why we were there for,

tidy, cute cottage, enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mangakino stay

Thoroughly enjoyed the little house and our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mangakino

Great base for our weekend racing at the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Revamped lovely bach stay near to lake

Really lovely place. Old bach, but all revamped inside and super nice. Easy quick walk to the waterfront. Really lovely quiet place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place to stay

We had a lovely stay in Mangakino. The house has everything we needed as a family and plenty of toys/games for the kids. Awesome back deck to sit and enjoy the evening on. Lovely and clean too. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023