[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Taupō ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/257f853e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/59188af4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/c9438ab1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/29ec61bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/0bf0222b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Lake Taupō, Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. Brand new Guest house/ sleepout in Richmond Heights by the Botanical garden. Completely private in a peaceful quiet location. Sleeps 4 people. Self- check in and checkout. Offers one bedroom with queen bed, one open kitchen/living area with full-size kitchen and induction stove, The nood sofa bed in the living area converts into the queen size bed or 2 x single beds and a toilet. 2 min drive/ 10 min walk to 2 mile bay Taupo lake. 5 min to the countdown supermarket. 500m to the closest convenience store, Liquor store & Restaurant. ## 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 - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878800/37878718/baf7c217.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Village Resort Taupō Central - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 350 reviews CA $157 CA $181 total includes taxes & fees Oct 28 - Oct 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=37878718&PinnedHotelID=37878718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10950000/10947300/10947201/8c8995b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments Taupō Central - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.4 Very good 711 reviews CA $102 CA $119 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=10947201&PinnedHotelID=10947201&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69550000/69546300/69546296/253aafb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ika Nui Taupo Taupō Central - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 339 reviews CA $113 CA $131 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=69546296&PinnedHotelID=69546296&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46340000/46332100/46332035/b7335b06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful apartment type, 3 mins walk to the water. brilliant location. 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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 ## About the area Richmond Heights, a neighborhood in Taupō, is home to this cottage. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Hot Springs. The Landing Lake Taupō and Spa Thermal Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. [Visit our Taupō travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo.dx3571) [View more Cottages in Taupō](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Cottages.d3571-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.71633%2C176.09772&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2FL1ea_wIJXIfnAwEi8YEWG9chA=) Taupo, Waikato ### What's nearby - Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 2 min drive - 2.9 km - Spa Thermal Park - 6 min drive - 5.1 km - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 6 min drive - 4.6 km - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 7 min drive - 5.0 km ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive - ‪Industrie French Kitchen - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake.? > As of Oct 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. on Oct 19, 2025 start from CA $72.32, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Brand-New-GuesthouseCompletely-Private2-Min-Drive-Or-10-Min-Walk-To-The-Lake.h112843071.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. located? > Located in Richmond Heights, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupō. Three Mile Bay and Taupō Hot Springs are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. Reviews 9.6 ### 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 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara K. Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Checkin was simple. The accomm was private, clean, very warm and comfortable with many added extras in the pantry!! ##### Barbara K. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanja H. Feb 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy little guesthouse close to the waterfront We stayed three nights and would definitely come again.Everything is brandnew and our host got out of his way to organise everything that was still missing (like extra blankets, chairs).The kitchen is fully equipped, ##### Tanja H. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayden M. Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Warm welcoming place Just what we wanted ##### Hayden M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Simone P. Sep 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy We enjoyed our stay. I did book thinking it had a dryer and washing machine as listed but once I had booked the information I received stated no laundry facilities. She did say she would correct it on the description. I see it’s a new property so maybe some tips for future guests, hand towels are a must in bathroom, we were drying our hand on little face cloths, hangers in wardrobe and a welcome book with wifi info would add nice little touches. ##### Simone P. 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