[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pukawa Country Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home Cottage in Kuratau with kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36700000/36690700/36690695/836360d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36700000/36690700/36690695/94ee41a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36700000/36690700/36690695/0195d3ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36700000/36690700/36690695/6d72faac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36700000/36690700/36690695/89687f13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on a hillside overlooking Lake Taupo, Pukawa Country Lodge offers serene tranquility amidst lush native greenery and blue waters. With east-facing windows bathing the home in natural light, contemporary decor echoing the country scenery creates a warm welcome. Indulge in freshly brewed coffee from your own barista machine or unwind by the wood-burning outdoor fireplace as Kereru and Tui birds visit. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Pukawa Country Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home This might be the most romantic hidden-gem in Pukawa Bay; perched perfectly on the hillside looking out over the lush native greenery and blue waters of Lake Taupo. Welcome to Pukawa Country Lodge. With the breathtaking, unobstructed views streaming in the east-facing windows, it will be hard to find a corner of this home that isn't drenched in natural light and blessed with a beautiful backdrop. Your peace and tranquility is enhanced by the frequent visits of Kereru (native pigeon), Tui, Bellbirds and Ruru (Morepork or night owl). The contemporary decor here at Pukawa Country Lodge echos the stunning surrounding country scenery and offers a warm and welcoming space to call your own. On a warm summer's day, open the doors and windows and feel the cool breeze off the lake, or if it's a little cool outside, get cosy by the wood burning outdoor fireplaces or lower the outdoor clear screens and enjoy the comfort provided by external electric heaters without losing the majesty of the view. Wake up to a freshly brewed morning coffee (made on your own barista coffee machine), best enjoyed from the spacious sundeck or the comfy lounge area. Plan your day as you stare out at the view, or simply free your mind and find your happy place. A fully equipped kitchen awaits to prepare all your holiday favourites. Put together a few side dishes to go with your fresh BBQ feast, then head out to the deck to dine alfresco long into the evening. You'll stay warm thanks to the enclosed outdoor heated area. In the upstairs lounge there is a big screen movie projector so on wet days you can relax and enjoy a movie live streaming via AppleTV or connect from your own device. Whether you've been out exploring, or simply relaxing here at your home away from home, you'll love a relaxing soak in the large cedar hot tub. You know you deserve it. On a clear night, views of the night sky in this remote country setting are breathtaking. When the day has come to an end, retire to one of three double bedrooms, each with ensuite bathroom access. Pukawa Bay, Omori and Kuratau are all a short five-minute drive away. Bring the boat, launch it at the nearby boat ramp, and spend the day out on the water. From the south west shores of Lake Taupo you are within easy reach of the Tongariro river, Mount Ruapehu and the central plateau, an outdoor adventure wonderland – enjoy trout fishing, mountain biking, hiking, day walks (including the famous Tongariro crossing), kayaking and white water rafting, to name just a few. For a winter escape, Whakapapa is just 50 minutes drive and Turoa is 90 minutes away, making this home an ideal base for your next ski trip. Discover a special spot to make extra-special holiday memories, here at Pukawa Country Lodge! The built-in stairs do not have a stair gate if travelling with small children.Please note that a 24 hour notice period is required for last-minute bookings. The nearby owners' private studio may be occupied during your stay.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 ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Deck - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor fireplace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Smartphone ### Things to do - Fishing 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) - 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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 Pukawa Pukawa Home Pukawa Pukawa Lake View Lodge Pukawa Bay Holiday Home Pukawa Lake View Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home Pukawa Bay Pukawa Country Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home Pukawa Bay Pukawa Pukawa Home Kuratau Pukawa Country Lodge Pukawa Bay Holiday Home 596759 Pukawa Country Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home Kuratau ## About the area Kuratau is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. [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=-38.93447,175.73888&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:jorlF__so%60%40%3FS%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40U%40U%40Q%40U%40QBS%40Q%40UBQBUBQBQBUBQDQDUBQDQDQDSFQDQFQDSFOFOFQFQFOFQHOHQFOHMHOHMHOHOHMJOHOJKHMJKJOJKJKJKLKJMJILMJKLGLMJGLILGLILGLILINGLELILENELELENENELCNCNCLENCNANCLANCN%3FNAL%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FNBN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FNBN%40LBN%40NBNDLBNBLBNDLDNDNDLDLDLHNDLFLHLHLFLHLFLHLFJLLFJJLLJHLLJJJJJJJJJNJJHLJJJNHNHLHNJNFLHNHLHNFPHNFPFNFPHPDNFNFRDPDPFPDRDPDPBPDTDPBPBTBPBPBTBP%40TBP%40R%40P%40T%40P%40T%40T%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FR%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FPATARARARAPATCPATCPCTCPCPCTCPEPERCREPEPEPGREPEPGPGPELIRGPGNGPILGRILININGLKNILININKLKJINKJKNKJKJKJKJMLKHMJKLMFKJMHMFMHMHMFMHMFMHODMHMDMDODODMDODM%40ODMBODOBO%40MBO%40OBO%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOCMAOCOAOCMEOCOEMAOEOEMEMEOEMEMIMEOIMGMIMGMIMIMGKIMKMGKMMKKIKMMKKKKKKKKOKKIOKKIMKOIOIMIOIMIOIOGMISIMGQGOGQGSGMGQEQGQEQGSEQEQEQCSESEQCQCUCQCQCUCQAUAQCUAQASASASAU%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=O8_LeOG5CeSoFHelrDgP-nK0e54=) Pukawa Bay, Lake Taupo ### What's nearby - Lake Taupō - 3 min drive - 4.3 km - Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 5 min drive - 7.2 km - Kuratau Jetty - 6 min drive - 6.5 km - Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 10 min drive - 13.2 km - Tongariro National Park - 10 min drive - 14.6 km ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 47 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Delta Coffee - ‬10 min drive - ‪Turangi Bakery & Cafe - ‬9 min drive - ‪Turangi Fish & Chips, Chicken & Roast - ‬10 min drive - ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬9 min drive - ‪Turangi Bridge Motel - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pukawa Country Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pukawa Country Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pukawa Country Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pukawa Country Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home located? > Situated in Kuratau, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Lake Taupō and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Kuratau Jetty. Tongariro National Park and Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pukawa Country Lodge - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andy H. Jan 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything you need! We had a great stay as a family (5-year-old and a 1-year-old), super quiet and so much space for everyone. The hosts were amazing and really helpful when needed. A+++ holiday home. Will be back for sure. ##### Andy H. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kellie B. Jun 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vibing at Pukawa A great place to escape from busy lives and recalibrate. Very clean and comfortable - close proximity to lake accesses and gorgeous views! We truly appreciated our surroundings with all the creature comforts you could ask for. ##### Kellie B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather B. Feb 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing stay We had a very comfortable relaxing stay here. The Bach is in a lovely position with views of the lake. Perfect for relaxing on the terrace or soaking in the Dutch tub. The Bach is well equipped and has every you would want for a stay. Would highly recommend. There is limited internet use here but this is clear on the information when you book. ##### Heather B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela R. Dec 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome views and neighbors Beautiful vacation home! Love all the indoor AND especially the outdoor spaces. Family had plenty of room to spread out and not be all over each other. View of the lake was beautiful and the neighbor sheep kept us entertained! Really like the pull down plastic shades outside. They protect your first outdoor space. Will certainly book again if in area!! ##### Pamela R. 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