Title: Chalet 8, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # Chalet 8, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate Chalet in Taupō, 7-minute walk to Lake Taupō ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119680000/119677600/119677585/d15d5d57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119680000/119677600/119677585/5c5edb04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119680000/119677600/119677585/4472f843.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119680000/119677600/119677585/96a23402.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119680000/119677600/119677585/df0714ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Lake Taupō, Chalet 8, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire chalet 2 bedrooms3 bathrooms1184 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Chalet 8, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate Chalet 8 is the most private of all the chalets, tucked away so other guests cannot see in from the common areas. Looking out across the lawn to the marina, with partial lake views from both decks, it balances sunshine throughout the day with natural shading from boundary trees. A quiet and secluded retreat, it is ideal for those who value privacy. Each chalet is: - 2 levels - 2 bedrooms - an internal area of 110 square metres Each chalet can accommodate 4-5 guests comfortably, and up to 7 guests at a squeeze by utilising the small sofa bed in the lounge. On the ground floor is a full size kitchen, lounge, dining, laundry, toilet, and outdoor deck with a BBQ. Upstairs is two bedrooms (both with ensuite bathrooms): The master bedroom has a super king bed, study desk, lake views and an outdoor deck. The bedding in the second bedroom can be made up to provide for either: - two king single beds; or - three single beds (by pulling out a 3rd single trundler bed); or - a super king bed (by pulling the two king single beds together). Heating options include wood burning fire, or heat pump system. Free ultra fast fibre WIFI is included. Each chalet has a 43" Smart TV, for guests to view live TV, or log in to their preferred streaming app accounts (eg. Netflix, Neon, Sky Sport, TV on demand, etc). Hot water is supplied via a new gas hot water system, providing endless hot water. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,184 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3040000/3030900/3030872/74256cb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Anchorage Resort Taupo Two Mile Bay - 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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 660333 ## About the area ![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-38.68655%2C176.06270&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nDlQandEz9rvsske4FFLeC4aqUk=) Taupo #### What's nearby - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km - Taupō Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 3.9 km #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Coffee Club - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬3 min drive - ‪Jimmy Coops Lakehouse - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Chalet 8, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Chalet 8, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate? > As of Nov 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chalet 8, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate on Dec 4, 2025 start from CA $313.4, 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-Chalet-8.h119677585.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Chalet 8, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Chalet 8, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Chalet 8, The Retreat - located within a private lakefront estate located? > Located in Nukuhau, this chalet is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Taupō, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Waikato River are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? 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