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# Relax, Unwind or go Hard on the Lake - Just a 3-min Walk From our Basic Bach

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Located on Rangatira Drive, this basic bach is close to local amenities like the Four Square and a short walk to the lake. Enjoy activities such as golf at the scenic local course or hiking along Waikator River Trails.

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washer
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available

## Add dates for prices

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Relax, Unwind or go Hard on the Lake - Just a 3-min Walk From our Basic Bach

Our basic bach is just that..... basic, no extras to charge for here! To keep costs down we don't supply any linen/towels - just bring your own. Don't mistake basic for unloved, we love it's simplicity and hope you will too.  
  
Located on Rangatira Drive, our basic bach is close to local amenities. 5-min walk to the Four Square, Cafe or Fish & Chip shop. Pop to the lake - a short 3-min walk. Great boat ramp to easily load in and out or if it's busy park the trailer at the bach and you're golden.  
  
Enjoy any number of activities ranging from a round of golf at the scenic local course, to hiking and biking along the Waikator River Trails.

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 3 bedrooms

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Shower

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Living room

### Entertainment

- Games
- Smart TV

### Outdoor areas

- Garden
- Patio

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### 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

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM

### Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

### 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

### Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please put the key back in the portable lock box and jumble the code when you leave.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

### 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 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

## About the area

Mangakino is home to this cottage. Mangakino Golf Club and The Timber Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mangakino Recreation Reserve and Waikato River. [Visit our Mangakino travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mangakino.dx6342546)

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Mangakino, Waikato

### 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  
39 min drive \- 64.8 km
- ![Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest which includes forests, night scenes and a suspension bridge or treetop walkway](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126700/5bad7f0c-8a42-483a-a9e9-18582cefd11f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest  
52 min drive \- 82.8 km
- ![Polynesian Spa featuring a pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108090/7dcc835d-d3bf-4b0d-a95e-6b3666a422cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Polynesian Spa  
58 min drive \- 87.5 km
- Mangakino Recreation Reserve  
6 min walk \- 0.6 km
- Lake Maraetai  
15 min walk \- 1.3 km

### Getting around

- Taupō Airport (TUO)  
60 min drive

### Restaurants

- The Dam Cafe & Lodge  
6 min drive
- Fred's Pizza Place  
7 min drive
- Ata’s Bar & Eatery  
6 min walk
- Bus Stop Cafe  
8 min walk
- Mangakino District Services And Citizens Club  
11 min walk

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## Relax, Unwind or go Hard on the Lake - Just a 3-min Walk From our Basic Bach Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Craig A.

Oct 30, 2025

##### Craig A.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025