Title: Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109905758&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home Vacation home with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Lake Taupō ## Photo gallery for Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home ![TV - Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home (Kuratau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109905800/109905758/3e275bf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home (Kuratau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109905800/109905758/74c6ce34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home (Kuratau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109905800/109905758/81274b35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home (Kuratau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109905800/109905758/dadd0207.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home (Kuratau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109905800/109905758/6c71488f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies From the balcony of Duck Inn, take in the tranquil atmosphere and unwind in a spacious home with four bedrooms, two modern bathrooms and an open-plan living area perfect for family meals or quiet evenings by the fire. Enjoy cooking up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen after a day on Lake Taupo or exploring nature trails. ## Reviews 2.0 ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home Step out on the balcony and take in the tranquil ambience as you relax and listen to nature. The open-plan living and dining area is bright and welcoming, with plenty of space for family meals or quiet evenings by the fire. The well-equipped kitchen makes cooking a breeze, whether you're preparing a family feast or a quick snack after a day on the water. With four spacious bedrooms featuring large, comfortable beds, there’s plenty of room for everyone to unwind. Two modern bathrooms complete the home, offering convenience for large groups. Whether you’re fishing on the Kuratau River, boating on Lake Taupo, or hiking through the surrounding nature trails, Duck Inn places you at the heart of Taupo’s stunning natural beauty. With boat parking available, this home is the ideal base for your next lakeside adventure. Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.Please note that the Bedrooms downstairs are connected and do require you to walk through to get upstairs.Please note that the Bedrooms are converted garages ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,561 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104530000/104529700/104529643/a1201ccb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boats and Brews with Wi-Fi, located at Rainbow Point. 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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 646378 ## About the area Kuratau is home to this vacation home. River Vineyard and The Kinloch Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Duck Inn - Lake Taupo Holiday Home Reviews ## Reviews All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 4.0 Cleanliness ### 4.0 Location ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### honaro A. Dec 26, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was one of the worst places I’ve ever stayed. All the photos were highly misleading. What was shown as a “bedroom” was actually just a converted carport on the lower level. To use the bathroom, you had to pass through another room, and none of the bathrooms had proper privacy or locks. The stairs were extremely bad, especially the internal staircase going upstairs. The living area was extremely small and filled with bulky, oversized furniture that made it feel even more cramped ##### honaro A. 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