Amazing hideaway just outside Taupo. Beautiful cabin, perfectly set up (great for chefs!) comfortable, warm, romantic and peaceful. Set within lovely grounds, and with amazing hosts who had real attention to the detail of our stay. Breakfast supplies are fantastic, and so thoughtful and can highly recommend the platter for dinner! We were a family of coeliacs so Alli made a special effort to cater for us (including a home made loaf of gluten free bread). A really lovely place!

Stayed in April 2024

Alli and Glynn you really do have a special place. It is such a lovely calming and peaceful lodge. Hare's Rest is surrounded with nature, lots of bird life and animals which is so wonderful to be around - back to nature. It was good to be away from the hustle and bustle of our very busy lives. It is just what we needed to rest and relax. What a delicious and generous breakfast. Ali, we loved all your homemade goodies - bread, jam, chutney, muesli and cookies. The place is so clean, tidy spacious & very comfy. You are so welcoming and great hosts. Thank you so much, we just had a really wonderful stay, will definitely be back and staying longer.

Stayed in March 2024

Elon musk needs to get his starlink set up finished.

We’ve stayed a few times now. Alli & Glyn are amazing hosts ( And Meg) The place is stunning.

Stayed in February 2024

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A lovely place with a homely yet sophisticated vibe. Acres of garden, peaceful and relaxing. Comfortable and beautifully furnished. Home made produce for breakfast in generous proportions. Ten out of ten in all categories. Look no further! We would love to return.

Stayed in February 2024

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Dream stay!

Stayed in January 2024

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If you look for tranquility and quietness you found the right place. Nicely located in a park-like landscape it is the place to withdraw from it all. The hosts are lovely taking care of everything. Enjoy!

Stayed in December 2023

I didnt like having to leave!

Very cute and comfy cottage, snuggly bed gorgeous view. The breakfast supplies are unbelievable. Peace, views, wildlife, walks. So wonderful to be off grid too. I cant thank Ally, Glyn, Meg and the Henriettas enough for hosting a perfect stay.

Stayed in October 2023

Could’ve done with a little tv or a projector in the evenings

It had home comforts and a beautiful garden

Stayed in July 2023

Our stay was perfect! Everything exceeded expectations. The hosts were lovely, the grounds were wonderful and the accomodation was just perfect! I

Stayed in June 2023

Was a super stay breakfast provided was amazing, lovely hosts just a superb stay

Stayed in June 2023

The environment, accommodation, and service is spot on. No complaints.

Quiet, secluded, and very well catered.

Stayed in June 2023

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The host took the time to bake cookies and bread. Very warm and friendly people. All the breakfast items & more were provided to enjoy a great breakfast. The property was also beautiful. We had a wonderful memorable stay

Stayed in April 2023

beautiful spot, very comfortable in the Lodge, home baked treats an extra special touch, hosts lovely, had a great stay at Hare’s Rest.

Stayed in March 2023

Comfortable well equipped and so peaceful yet just a short drive from the attractions s at Taupo

Stayed in February 2023

We had been warned by the owners that the shared toilet was accessible outside from the second room. Given the extremely wet weather, this was a very mild inconvenience.

Fantastic grounds, which we loved exploring, especially with the dog. Breakfast was very well provided for - fresh bread and cookies. Very comfortable and very well provisioned for home cooking.

Stayed in January 2023

Personal touches, amazing food and facilities. Such a relaxing stay.

Stayed in January 2023

Nothing, it was perfect.

Hare’s rest was so tranquil and homely, we felt comfortable and relaxed right away. Alli and Glyn were so friendly and accommodating, they went out of their way to ensure we had an excellent stay.

Stayed in January 2023

We spent Christmas eve and day at Hare's Rest and Alli went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was memorable. She cooked us two wonderful Christmas meals and called us in the UK before we left to travel to NZ, to discuss what we would eat and gave some great travel tips too. The grounds of the house are wonderful and we had a fabulous time.

Stayed in December 2022

All through our 4-night stay, it was clear to us that Alli and Glyn had put a lot of thought into every detail at The Lodge and The Walnut. From the daily replenishments of fruit, homemade bread, jams, yoghurt, milk and eggs, the best muesli, sausages and bacon, and even chocolate(!!)... to bathrobes, toiletries, and a well-stocked supply of games, we honestly couldn't have asked for more. Our teens loved Alli's home-baked cookies, which she made twice just to indulge them (Thank you, Alli!) The hubby loved Alli's homemade bread so much that he is now suggesting that I take our breadmachine out of storage. (Fat chance of that happening, though... What happens at Alli's, stays at Alli's! 😂) The grounds are amazing and well-maintained, with lots of greenery and paths to explore. There's room for everyone to do their own thing and just relax. Meg (the dog) is a delight and Max (the cat) is a charmer. The location is just rural enough to be away from the hustle and bustle, but also central enough to nip into town of you want/need to. I cannot say enough good things about Hare's Rest, so grab yourself a thesaurus and look up all the synonyms for perfection — because that's exactly what you'll get!

Stayed in January 2023

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Honestly, this is the best booking I've ever experienced. Comes with access to 8 acres of land, homemade bread & cookies, and fresh eggs. The room is lovely and Allie was really nice to introduce us to her sheep and chicken.

Stayed in December 2022

I was completely satisfied.

The breakfast foods are provided at your arrival and refreshed as needed. The quality, range and amount are exceptional. Welcoming Afghan biscuits were very nice too. The cottage is very comfortable and cosy. The grounds are spectacular. The view from the cottage is magnificent. All up, one of the nicest places I have stayed.

Stayed in November 2022

Like an English garden oasis in rural NZ. Great breakfast and lots of little extras, the hosts have thought of everything.

Stayed in November 2022

The hosts are friendly & welcoming, the unit was private, warm & comfortable, the farm fresh produce provided for breakfast was exceptional. The homemade bread, condiments and biscuits were a real treat.

Stayed in October 2022

A wonderful secluded retreat. The accommodation is thoughtfully furnished and very well equipped. We will definately return.

Stayed in October 2022