Title: The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=57123808&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home Cottage in Motuoapa with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home ![Interior - The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home (Motuoapa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57130000/57123900/57123808/87013936.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home (Motuoapa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57130000/57123900/57123808/7f5331b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils - The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home (Motuoapa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57130000/57123900/57123808/45d23ecb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, bed sheets - The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home (Motuoapa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57130000/57123900/57123808/2fa937ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home (Motuoapa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57130000/57123900/57123808/0cbf10a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Lake House, a charming 2-bedroom holiday home in Motuoapa, offers the perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Cook up a storm in the modern kitchen or fire up the BBQ on the covered patio for year-round meals outdoors. With its proximity to Lake Taupo's edge and Motuoapa Marina, you can launch your boat and spend a day out on the lake. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - 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. ### The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home The Lake House is a 2 bedroom Motuoapa holiday home, positioned perfectly for your next Lake Taupo escape! Perfect for families and groups! Cook at home in style in the modern kitchen including all the essentials, or fire up the BBQ on the covered patio for year-round meals outdoors. In the warmer months, set yourselves up on the expansive lawn for a game of backyard cricket with the family. Or bring your boat and park it outside to take full advantage of the house’s proximity to the lake’s edge and Motuoapa Marina, where you can launch your boat and spend a day out on the lake. There is extra bedding in the sunroom and lounge, allowing a larger group or family to relax in comfort or smaller groups to spread out. Located less than an hour's drive from Whakapapa Ski Field and Tongariro National Park, The Lake House is also the perfect base for your next ski adventure. Or check out the local attractions and cafes with Taupo Central located just a 30 minute drive from your door. The Lake House, Motuoapa is the perfect base for your next Lake Taupo Adventure! ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,561 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45870000/45861200/45861180/bd577c4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Rivers - Kuratau Holiday Home Kuratau - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=45861180&PinnedHotelID=45861180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64630000/64624600/64624532/5ff72782.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bach Noir - Kuratau Holiday Home Kuratau - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=64624532&PinnedHotelID=64624532&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916200/37916173/c3571a38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pihanga Cottage - Kuratau Bach Kuratau - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=37916173&PinnedHotelID=37916173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98520000/98514500/98514426/3642762f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Stunner - Omori Holiday Home Omori - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=98514426&PinnedHotelID=98514426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109980000/109975000/109974959/0a9d207f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lush Escape - Lake Taupo Holiday Home Turangi - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=109974959&PinnedHotelID=109974959&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76770000/76762700/76762700/1a8dbc8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### If I can dream with wifi & pets, room to park the boat Hilltop - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=76762700&PinnedHotelID=76762700&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 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=111083745&PinnedHotelID=111083745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907802/d6738d9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wharewaka Bach - Lake Taupo Holiday Home Wharewaka - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 8.8 Excellent 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=37907802&PinnedHotelID=37907802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39670000/39669700/39669682/d362e1b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kaimanawa Lookout - Omori Holiday Home Omori - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor Space 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=39669682&PinnedHotelID=39669682&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31510000/31500100/31500030/91c5ec0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cottage w/ Wood Fired Hot Tub. 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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 House Taupo Home Motuoapa The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home Motuoapa The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home Private vacation home 597246 ## About the area Motuoapa is home to this cottage. Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Landing Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Lake House - Taupo Holiday Home Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Ben J. Feb 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good. Good. A bit of road noise. ##### Ben J. 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