Title: Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=88969838&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach Vacation home with kitchen, near Lake Taupō ## Photo gallery for Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach ![Property grounds - Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969838/3425e0f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969838/8e79d13c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's area - Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969838/72e6f9af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books, offices - Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969838/ba3848c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books, offices - Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969838/93ae13a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience a quintessential Kiwi bach at Wharewaka, with its retro charm and spacious layout. This fully fenced & gated haven is perfect for families and groups, with a large deck for BBQs, separate sleep out for teenagers, wash house facilities and plenty of room to bring your boat or bikes. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - 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. ### Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach Summary: Original 1960's great Wharewaka holiday home full of character, only 2 mins walk to one of the best beaches in Taupo. Wharewaka comes alive at holiday time. Bring the boat, canoes, jet ski, bikes spend the days at the lake and evening BBQ's on the deck. Fully fenced & gated, we are even happy if you want to bring the dog! Your visit will be packed with laughs, fun times & good memories. Based on my experience your kids will talk about this place forever. No WIFI. The Space: Linen included ...... Please note there is no WIFI. As you enter from the front door the front room has a queen bed with wheelchair access bathroom. The next two bedrooms have single beds. Down 3 steps to a shower with separate toilet, on into a large room with double bed and 2 singles. Wash house, washing machine, dryer, 2nd fridge and freezer. There is a separate sleep out with 2 single bunks (4 beds) and a bathroom. Prefect for the teenagers. This is the quintessential bach not flash but clean and comfortable and a very special place for large groups. Guest Access: The whole home is yours to access and enjoy we hope enjoy the property. The Neighborhood: Safe and friendly neighbourhood. Safe beach, great holiday location. Getting Around: You will need a card or walking shoes. Other Things to Note: Rotorua is only one hours drive and Hawkes Bay within 1.5 hours drive for a day of sightseeing and for the active traveller the Ski field and Tongariro crossing is an 1.5 hours drive. The Glowworm Caves are also 2 hours drive and Hobbiton 1.5 hours making Taupo the heart of the North Island and the perfect place to stay and explore from. Interaction with Guests: We like to give our guests their privacy but Kerry is available by phone or text to answer any questions and we are only ever 10-15 minutes drive away if needed in an emergency. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fully-fenced - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103170000/103164300/103164227/a287aeab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunshine Cottage with Wi-Fi, wood burner to keep cosy on these cooler days, outdoor dining and private garden. 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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 686da148a12c97001bdb95d9 ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Wharewaka, a neighborhood in Taupō. The Landing Lake Taupō and Taupō Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Taupō and Four Mile Bay. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Taupō travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo.dx3571) [View more Vacation homes in Taupō](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3571-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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-38.73210%2C176.06600&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VGfWABlvhsohu5dWgVxaZqkZcjs=) Taupo, Waikato ### What's nearby - Four Mile Bay \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Five Mile Bay \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - The Landing Lake Taupō \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Three Mile Bay \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Taupō Hot Springs \- 5 min drive \- 5.0 km ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 4 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪Mavericks - ‬16 min walk - ‪Cafe Baku - ‬10 min drive - ‪Waterside - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach? ### What time is check-out at Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach? ### Where is Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Classic holiday spot, memories at Wharewaka Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicola L. Apr 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family trip Perfect place to stay with family. Lots of space, and perfect location. Would definitely stay again! ##### Nicola L. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carne G. Oct 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unwind weekend Great place to stay and unwind. Perfect location with easy access to the lake and close to The Landing Lake Taupo for a range of activities. Highly recommend. ##### Carne G. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Janie W. Jun 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Basic classic Kiwi bach stay Our whānau reunion was great here. Relaxed, plenty of room. Basic amenities but comfy beds. Perfect for dogs. Awesome deck with views. Nothing posh but good for us. Sleepout really comfy too, with ensuite. Plentynof heating. Tiny kitchen so no gourmet cooking which suited us. Best fish and chips 5 minutes away at The Fish Box. ##### Janie W. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie H. Apr 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Retro Perfection This house surpassed our expectations! It was like a retro timewarp - LOVED it! SSoo clean! Beautiful view to lake and great for larger groups. We had our family of 4 (2 kids 15 & 12), 3 men (2 over 76 years). They all said the beds were comfy and with the heatpumps, the house was lovely and warm. The new carpet added to the comfort and warmth underfoot. Close access to the lake with a walkway diagnonally across the road. We will definitely be staying here again! ##### Melanie H. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rochelle M. Jul 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome retro home Kids loved it, great location. Clean and warm . ##### Rochelle M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise V. Mar 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome stay We an awesome time. Place was very clean, lots of space and communication was great! ##### Denise V. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024