[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Rivers - Kuratau Holiday Home Vacation home with kitchen, near Lake Taupō ![TV, Netflix, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45870000/45861200/45861180/ade16c90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45870000/45861200/45861180/9f4640f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45870000/45861200/45861180/e6051b2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45870000/45861200/45861180/edbe373b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45870000/45861200/45861180/cfbe6b5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Rivers, in the heart of Kuratau, offers a serene escape with its modern design and expansive views of nature. Unwind by the fireplace or stroll upstairs to take in panoramic views from the mezzanine. Enjoy table tennis and Netflix during downtime or explore nearby attractions like Omori Estate for wine tasting and Floating Rock Cafe for pizza. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - 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. ### The Rivers - Kuratau Holiday Home Tucked away just 4-minutes from the lakefront - welcome to The Rivers! Exceptionally designed in a modern contemporary fashion, with a high-ceiling living area complimented with a seamless indoor/outdoor flow that opens out onto the deck area with expansive views of the local nature. Modern, spacious and comforting, this makes for the perfect Kuratau retreat spot for a family looking to explore the region. With everything you need at your fingertips, from table tennis to relaxing spaces, you'll quickly lose track of time and be wholly encapsulated with the joy that this home brings. Spend your days sitting out by the fireplace cozied up with a glass of wine in hand, embracing the peaceful atmosphere or head upstairs and walk along the bridge over the mezzanine to find yourself overlooking panoramic views of the stunning the river valley. From day time adventures down by the lake, just a 3-minutes drive away or wine tasting the finest selection of wines on offer at the Omori Estate 2-minutes down the road, or stop by the Floating Rock Cafe just a 2-min walk away and explore their renown pizza menu. Everything you need for a relaxing getaway! If you're ready to swap the work attire for days in peace, quiet, and sunshine, visit The Rivers! 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 while property is pet friendly, kindly keep your pets in the downstairs area only. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - Netflix - Streaming services - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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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 Vrbo Property The Rivers Kuratau Kuratau The Rivers Kuratau Holiday Home The Rivers - Kuratau Holiday Home Kuratau The Rivers - Kuratau Holiday Home Private vacation home The Rivers - Kuratau Holiday Home Private vacation home Kuratau 596228 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.889202,175.76727&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ltilFmpxo%60%40%3FU%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FU%40S%40Q%40U%40QBU%40Q%40UBQBUBQBQBUDQBQDQDUBQDQDQFQDQFSDQFOFQFQFQFOFQHMHOFQHOHMHOHOHMHOJOHMJKHOJKJOJKJKJKLKJKJKLKJILKLIJKLGLILILGLGLINELILELGNGLENELENELANENCLENANCNCLAN%3FNCNAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40NBN%3FN%40LBNBN%40NDLBNDN%40LDLDNDNDLFLFLDNHLDLHLFLFLHLHLFLJJHLJLHJJLJJJJJJJJJJJJNJJJNHJJLHNHNHLJNHNHLFNHPFNHLFPFNFPHPDNFPFPDRFPDPDPDPDPBTDPDPBPBTBPBPBTBPBT%40P%40T%40P%40T%40P%40R%40T%3FP%40T%3FP%3FT%3FR%3FRAR%3FPATATAPATAPARARCRCPCTCPCPCTCPEPERCREREPEPEPGPEPGPGPENIPGRGLGPINGLIPGNINILKNINILINKNIJKLKJKNKJKJKJKLKJMJKJMFMLKFMJMHMFMHMHMFMFMFOFMDMHMDODODMDMDOBODM%40ODOBO%40MBO%40O%3FOBOBM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FOCOCO%3FMAOCOAOCMEOAOEMCOEMEOEMEOEMIMEMGOGMGMGMIMIMGMIKKMGMMKGMKKKKKMMKKKKKKKOKKIMKKIOKOIMIOIOIMIOIOGQIMIOGQGMGSGQGQGOEQGQEQGQEQEQCSESESCQEQCUCQCQCUCQASASCSAQAUAQAU%3FUAQ%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8wmH74gHTeX-PrejpiLbqOCjBp0=) Kuratau, Lake Taupo #### What's nearby - Kuratau Jetty - 14 min walk - 1.3 km - Lake Taupō - 14 min walk - 1.3 km - Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 12 min drive - 14.3 km - Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 17 min drive - 20.3 km - Tongariro National Park - 17 min drive - 21.8 km #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Floating Rock Cafe - ‬4 min walk - ‪Lakeland House - ‬11 min drive - ‪Thermal Trout Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪Kuratau River Wines - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Rivers - Kuratau Holiday Home pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Rivers - Kuratau Holiday Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Rivers - Kuratau Holiday Home? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Rivers - Kuratau Holiday Home located? > Situated in Kuratau, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kuratau Jetty and Lake Taupō. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro National Park are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Rivers - Kuratau Holiday Home Reviews 9.4 ### 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 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca J. Jan 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent base for boating Great location for a relaxed and peaceful holiday. ##### Rebecca J. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Maria M. Mar 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness ##### Maria M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome House Great place to stay! 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