25 Wakeman Road, 3330 Taupo, New Zealand
#12 of 130 Holiday rentals in Taupo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 109 apartment reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 May 2024
Jenny
New ZealandThere's a bit of mould in the bathroom and dirt in the corners that can be cleaned
The view and spaciousness of the bedroom and kitchen / lounge.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Adrienne
New ZealandNot a thing.
Top accommodation! Very spacious and well planned to accomodate from a couple to a large group. Views are just amazing! House clean and well equipped with appliances you need and more. Relax in spa pool, while again taking in the views. Don the owner is the best, such a nice friendly person, great to communicate with, prompt replies and went out of his way to accommodate accessibility needs for our family. Property had a great family feel to it.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Graham
United KingdomThe absence of cooking facilities.
The location and the attentiveness of the owner.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Anna
New ZealandWonderful stay with great view, spa bath was nice. Special thanks to Don, our host, I forgot very special for me t-shirt and he sent it to us by post immediately free of charge. We’ll come back.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
Arshdeep
AustraliaLocation, Service and cleanliness.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Bridget
United KingdomIf we were staying any longer would have useful to have a small cooker.
Great location, quiet with lovely views. Very comfortable and clean. Great shower! Very friendly and helpful host.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Sophie
United StatesNothing, everything was great!
Don was very friendly and had a lot of really great recommendations. The property was gorgeous, it had everything we needed and more. Along with a beautiful view of Lake Taupo. We ended every night with the sunset in the hot tub. We are looking forward to staying again!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Patrick
United KingdomNothing - everything was first class.
Loved the location overlooking the lake and the hot tub with same views
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Binglin
ChinaHave a big yard, outsite spa, and very beautiful lake view.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Raoul
SwitzerlandUnfortunately the washing machine was moldy and we couldn’t use it
The place is wonderful, lots of space in the rooms. The view on the lake from the house and the jacuzzi is great.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Matapo
New Zealandlocation
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Nicole
AustraliaVery comfortable, we had everything we needed. The view was great and Don was super friendly and helpful
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 July 2023
Chiao-wen
New ZealandDon is a lovely and friendly person, we had a good time in his house.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 9 July 2023
Melissa
New ZealandNA
This place is perfect for a small family, It was clean and comfortable. The host Don is really nice and makes sure your stay is comfortable. The view is great and is convenient to drive to the town. Added bonus is the Spa which is ready to use after a long day out
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 5 July 2023
Noor
New ZealandWe liked the spectacular view and the whole house felt like home
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Huifan
ChinaThe location was great, in that place you can see the Taupo lake and the views from there were amazing! The owner was very nice and friendly. He told us where can go to and give us some advice.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 28 June 2023
Lana
New ZealandBeautifully peaceful place with magnificent views. Don warmly welcomed us on arrival, place was very clean tidy & shower was excellent. The spa was awesome bonus especially looking out at night time to all city lights 💫
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 20 June 2023
Natalie
ThailandEverything was fine for us, but it would be a very small space for a family.
The bunkhouse had beautiful views of the lake, off street parking, was warm and clean. Wonderful hospitality from the owner.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 15 June 2023
Ophelie
FranceThere was only one light blanket
the view on the lake the spapool
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 11 June 2023
Bex
United KingdomHad a fab stay. Don was super welcoming, the location was perfect and the place as a whole was really lovely. Would definitely stay again :)
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 6 June 2023
Etheridge
New ZealandLoved the location, such a lovely place to stay, beds are nice and comfy, even has electric blankets which I thought was perfect for the start of winter
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 28 May 2023
Paul
FranceA bit far out of town
Excellent host who went out of his way to make us feel welcome
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 11 May 2023
Yeimmy
Australiathe view
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 25 April 2023
Taral
New ZealandIf there is an option for B&B, it will be a huge plus.
A clear explanation of how to obtain a key, Location, Outside View, Cosy and Quiet Neighbourhood, Cleanliness, Not far from Taupo City, Restaurants, Cafes, and Pubs.
Stayed in April 2023
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