[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Highland House - 5 Star property, Incredible Views, spacious, private, modern, family or groups Vacation home in Taupō with kitchen and balcony ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747409/18a658a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747409/07d1d83e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747409/63ab97a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747409/a660142c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747409/e291c125.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Highland House - 5 Star property, Incredible Views, spacious, private, modern, family or groups provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms3337 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### Highland House - 5 Star property, Incredible Views, spacious, private, modern, family or groups For the first time you can have the entire of Highland House all to yourselves. This architecturally designed home is located high above Lake Taupo in the private Grandview Estate at Acacia Bay, Taupo. When you book to stay you can do so with the confidence that you have made the right choice of accommodation in Taupo. Highland House is modern, totally private, and beautifully designed, whilst taking in some of the very best views Taupo has to offer. Highland House contains everything you need to relax and enjoy your time in the beautiful Lake Taupo region. The Master Bedroom has a Super King bed, and the second bedroom has a Super King, and a King Single bed, and the third Bedroom is situated in the East Wing of the property and has a Super King Bed and own bathroom. Heating is via two new heat pumps, however you also have the option of either an indoor fire to relax in front of, or the outdoor fire pit to enjoy under the stars at night. With the potentially two seperate living spaces, and three bathrooms, Highland House is perfect for large families, or a group of friends who all like their own privacy. At 642 metres (2,106 feet) above sea level, the unique elevated position commands extensive views of the surrounding countryside, the great lake, Mt Tauhara to the east, and the three volcanoes to the south (Mt. Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe, and Tongariro.) Whakaipo Bay can be seen below to the west of the house. Grandview Estate includes tennis courts, walking tracks, and golf practice facilities all located on the estate for your use during your stay. When you book to stay at Highland House you will have the entire property to yourselves to enjoy. The place is yours so make it your own for the duration of your stay. We just ask that you respect our home and that you are considerate of our neighbours. If you do need anything we're just a quick phone call away. Highland House is in a private and safe, gated community perched high up above Lake Taupo.  Only five minutes drive from the beautiful Whakaipo Bay, which is also the entrance to the W2K walking and mountain biking track.  The W2K section of the Great Lake Trails provides great views across Lake Taupo and back down towards Kinloch.  Also just around the corner from Highland House is L'Arte Cafe.  This cafe was voted Lonely Planet‘s No 1 cafe pick for the Central  North Island and one of the top 10 places to visit in New Zealand.  L’Arté Café and Gallery is not to be  missed when visiting Taupo.  PETS - strictly no pets allowed. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,337 square feet ## Similar properties ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115040000/115039100/115039056/3c43b925.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake View Magic | 2BR Gem w/ Thermal Pool & Deck Overlooking the Lake Waipahihi - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=115039056&PinnedHotelID=115039056&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116490000/116485600/116485581/74af75f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beauty By The Bay Beautiful Lake views and Spa Pool Acacia Bay - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer CA $166 CA $374 total includes taxes & fees Oct 7 - Oct 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=116485581&PinnedHotelID=116485581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114950000/114948600/114948538/00936e62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Acacia Bay Retreat | Stylish Family Getaway with Fireplace & Lake Views Acacia Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $180 CA $403 total includes taxes & fees Oct 8 - Oct 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=114948538&PinnedHotelID=114948538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747460/2c0ae235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Front Living - directly across from Lake Taupō. 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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 208410 ## 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-38.70728%2C175.99554&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JpZN0GtJQdP3Bb5Fqm3R_bI6ZnI=) Taupō, Waikato #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬12 min drive - ‪Waterside - ‬12 min drive - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬13 min drive - ‪Seakraft - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Highland House - 5 Star property, Incredible Views, spacious, private, modern, family or groups pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Highland House - 5 Star property, Incredible Views, spacious, private, modern, family or groups? > As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highland House - 5 Star property, Incredible Views, spacious, private, modern, family or groups on Oct 7, 2025 start from CA $379.17, 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-Highland-House-5-Star-Property.h114747409.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Highland House - 5 Star property, Incredible Views, spacious, private, modern, family or groups? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Highland House - 5 Star property, Incredible Views, spacious, private, modern, family or groups? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Highland House - 5 Star property, Incredible Views, spacious, private, modern, family or groups located? > Located in Acacia Bay, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 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 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Highland House - 5 Star property, Incredible Views, spacious, private, modern, family or groups Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional 94 external reviews