Title: Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=37904965&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home Cottage with kitchen, 3-minute walk to Lake Taupō ## Photo gallery for Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home ![TV - Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home (Kuratau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37905000/37904965/8ad07081.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home (Kuratau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37905000/37904965/922379c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home (Kuratau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37905000/37904965/2e922310.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home (Kuratau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37905000/37904965/32445373.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home (Kuratau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37905000/37904965/557f90b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies On the tranquil shores of a lake, Kuratau Classic offers a retro haven. Enjoy morning coffee on the decking overlooking the lake, or cozy up by the fireplace with a movie and wine. This lakeside home features 4 bedrooms sleeping up to 9 guests, plus additional amenities such as kayak rentals and walking trails nearby. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - 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. ### Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home Peaceful, lakeside, a retro beauty.. welcome to Kuratau Classic! Just a moments walk from the lake is where you'll find this Kuratau holiday home. Loved and cared for by its owners for 50+ years, every piece of stylish retro furniture and decoration has a story to tell and highlights the character of the home. Enjoy your morning coffee and some fresh air on the decking looking out over the lake. Or snuggle up to a movie and a glass of wine in front of the fireplace. Upstairs in the main house, are the first two bedrooms sleeping 4 guests, the remaining 2 bedrooms are found downstairs for another 5 guests. Also downstairs a second bathroom and kitchenette are provided, making this an ideal setup for the whole family to holiday together comfortably. Head to the lake just a hop, skip, and a jump from your door and take the Kayak or dingy for a spin. Plus, there are a number of great walking and cycle trails in the area to enjoy. Taupo City or Whakapapa ski field are both just under an hour away, or Turangi is even closer just under half an hour's drive. Put your feet up and relax, this Kuratau Classic has you covered! As there are fixed bench seats on a section of the deck, adults should closely supervise young children in this area to ensure they do not climb the deck barrierAs the property has unfenced access to the lake, adults should closely supervise young children while outside to ensure they are safe around water."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." ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Golf - Cycling 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 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 ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104450000/104443800/104443794/052a0431.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Corner Haven Taupo Nukuhau - Hot tub - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=104443794&PinnedHotelID=104443794&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96980000/96979500/96979429/050778b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hoani Honey - Kuratau Holiday Home Kuratau - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=96979429&PinnedHotelID=96979429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106154800/106154755/ff7eeb38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake View Lodge - Taupo Holiday Home Pukawa Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=106154755&PinnedHotelID=106154755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111090000/111083800/111083745/af590984.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect accommodation for visiting Tongariro and Southern Lake Taupo Kuratau - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.6 Exceptional 30 reviews CA $269 CA $403 total includes taxes & fees Feb 23 - Feb 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=111083745&PinnedHotelID=111083745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=37904965&PinnedHotelID=37904965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=37904965,104443794,96979429,106154755,111083745) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Kuratau Classic Kuratau Home Kuratau Classic Kuratau Feriehus Kuratau Classic Kuratau Holiday Home Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home Kuratau Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home Private vacation home 597372 ## About the area Kuratau is home to this cottage. 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. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. [Visit our Kuratau travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kuratau.dx3000001909) [View more Cottages in Kuratau](https://www.expedia.ca/Kuratau-Cottages.d3000001909-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.891567,175.77356&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:dcjlFwwyo%60%40%3FU%3FQ%40S%3FS%40S%40U%3FQ%40UBQ%40U%40QBUBQBSBQ%40SDSBQDSBQDSDSDQDQDQFSDOFSDMFQFSHQFMFSHMFOHQFMHOHOJMHOHOHMJOHKJOJKJMJKJMJIJMJKLKJKLILKJGLKLILILGJINILGLELINELGLENELENELENCNELANGLANCNANCN%3FLANCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FNBN%40N%3FLBN%40NBN%40LFN%40LDNBNDLDNDLDLDNFLDLHLDNFLHLHLFJHLHLJLFLJJHLJJJJJJLLHHLLJHLJJJNHJJNHLJNHNHLHNHNHLFPHNFLHRFLFPFRFLDPFRFNDRFPDPDPBRDRDPBRDPBRBRBPBRBP%40T%40PBT%40P%40T%40P%40T%3FR%40R%3FR%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FP%3FTAP%3FRATAPATAPCTAPATCPCRCRCPCRERCPEPETCNEREPGPEPGPGREPGLGRGNGNIRGLINGPINILINILINKNILKNIJKNKJILMLIJMJKJKJKJMJKHMJMFMLMFKHMFMHMFOHMDMHMDOFMDMDODMFODO%40MDOBMDO%40OBO%40MBO%3FOBO%40O%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMCO%3FOCOAOCMAOEMCOEOAMEOGMEOEMEMGOEMIMEMIOGKIMGMIMGMMKGMKMIKKMKKKKKKKKKKMKMKKKOIKKOIMIOIOKMIOIMGOIQGOIMGSGOIOGSGQEMGSEQGQEQEQESEOEUCQEQCSESAQCSCSCQCUAQAUCQAU%3FQAUAS%3FQAU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4bo3ESNjHZAhC5jo601Jg_BlzyE=) Kuratau, Central North Island ### What's nearby - ![Scenery view of Taupo town with lake Taupo the largest freshwater lake in North island of New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 706307593; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108145/2d296390-b701-4e0d-8ff8-19e6afabfc2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Taupō 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Tongariro National Park showing mountains and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135271/693cc357-f620-4a05-aeb0-ccdeb157ad1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tongariro National Park 16 min drive \- 22.9 km - Kuratau Jetty 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Tokaanu Thermal Pools 11 min drive \- 15.4 km - Whakapapa Ski Area 50 min drive \- 76.4 km ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 47 min drive ### Restaurants - Hare & Copper 18 min drive - Floating Rock Cafe 2 min drive - Licorice Cafe 23 min drive - Lakeland House 12 min drive - Thermal Trout Cafe 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home? ### What time is check-out at Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home? ### Where is Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kuratau Classic - Kuratau Holiday Home Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dorothea P. Jul 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise away from home. It is a wonderful place to stay. The views are great, the amenities are superb and we would love to stay here again in future. ##### Dorothea P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jack C. Jan 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect We loved our stay. The property is beach front with a beautiful outlook & private. Ideal for both couples & larger groups. The house itself is beautiful, tastefully decorated, clean & has everything you need. ##### jack C. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott G. Mar 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous house in a Fabulous spot. Thank you for sharing you place with us. Well appointed and super cozy home away from home. Beds were comfortable and a great showers. Really appreciated the linen provided. We will love to return one day. ##### Scott G. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanette D. Feb 10, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic location with everything we needed . A great family friendly property. The only thing we found uncomfortable was the lounge furniture. ##### Jeanette D. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven](https://www.expedia.ca/Waihi-Beach-Hotels-Beachaven-Top-10-Holiday-Park.h9624344.Hotel-Information) > > [Sennen House](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Sennen-House.h7120592.Hotel-Information) > > [Somersal Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Somersal-Bed-Breakfast.h4528347.Hotel-Information) > > [Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune](https://www.expedia.ca/Ohakune-Hotels-Two-Rivers-Ohakune.h109320695.Hotel-Information) > > [Parklands Motorlodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Turangi-Hotels-Parklands-Motorlodge.h918774.Hotel-Information) > > [Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka](https://www.expedia.ca/Waitomo-Caves-Hotels-Kiwi-Paka-Waitomo.h19526472.Hotel-Information) > > [Carrick Lodge Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cromwell-Hotels-Carrick-Lodge-Motel.h9626119.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeview Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Lakeview-Cottage.h37916190.Hotel-Information) > > [Akaroa on the Beach Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Akaroa-Hotels-Akaroa-On-The-Beach-Apartments.h9626017.Hotel-Information) > > [Discovery Countrytime Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Omarama-Hotels-Discovery-Countrytime-Hotel.h1145773.Hotel-Information) > > [Arcadia Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Russell-Hotels-Arcadia-Lodge.h9626026.Hotel-Information) > > [Duvauchelle Seaside Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Duvauchelle-Hotels-Duvauchelle-Seaside-Motel.h20930343.Hotel-Information) > > [Waitomo Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Kuiti-Hotels-Waitomo-Lodge.h72941486.Hotel-Information) > > [JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Jet-Park-Hotel-Hamilton-Airport.h4281130.Hotel-Information) > > [Kaikoura Luxury Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Waves-Luxury-Apartments.h45744296.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waterlily Gardens](https://www.expedia.ca/Waihi-Hotels-The-Waterlily-Gardens.h21518126.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information) > > [Turangi Leisure Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Turangi-Hotels-Turangi-Leisure-Lodge.h61338998.Hotel-Information) > > [Aqua Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Aqua-Lodge.h51669090.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kaka Point Motels](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaka-Point-Hotels-The-Kaka-Point-Motels.h9679525.Hotel-Information) > > [Acacia Lodge Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Mangonui-Hotels-Acacia-Lodge-Motel.h2600471.Hotel-Information) > > [Mohaka River Farm - Campsite](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Haroto-Hotels-Mohaka-River-Farm.h44895522.Hotel-Information) > > [Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Waterfront-Apartments.h46121792.Hotel-Information) > > [Avon Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Hawera-Hotels-Avon-Motel.h9629592.Hotel-Information) > > [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > > [Horse and Jockey Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Horse-And-Jockey-Inn.h29357900.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeview Colonial Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Colonial-Village-Motel.h11453583.Hotel-Information) > > [The Matarangi B & B](https://www.expedia.ca/Matarangi-Hotels-The-Matarangi-B-B.h97053938.Hotel-Information) > > [Monty's self-contained unit](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Montys-Self-Contained-Unit.h37984382.Hotel-Information)