[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Lake Taupō ![Microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster, highchair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100175700/100175625/7edfe060.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100175700/100175625/a1d2f6a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100175700/100175625/b2c5d8aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100175700/100175625/0a194269.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100175700/100175625/91511d30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Kaka Retreat, your base for a Taupo adventure, offers thoughtful extras like a highchair and pantry basics. Cycle around the lake or explore AJ Hackett Taupo Bungy & Swing and Huka Falls nearby. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41130 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - 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. ### Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home You'll find what you need here, from essential amenities to thoughtful extras like a highchair, a selection of books, a little pantry with basic essentials, and a washing machine to keep things fresh during your stay. This two-bedroom, one-bathroom gem is perfect for a family with two children or a romantic escape for a couple. The location is amazing for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Situated perfectly for a round-the-lake cycle and Ironman events, you'll have easy access to these exciting activities. A short drive into town brings you to the heart of Taupo, where you can explore the vibrant local culture. For those looking to explore the natural wonders of the region, it is conveniently close to popular destinations such as the AJ Hackett Taupo Bungy & Swing, just a 4-minute drive away. Don't forget to visit the stunning Huka Falls, only a 12-minute drive from your doorstep. But that's just the beginning – Taupo has many more captivating destinations waiting for you to discover! Kaka Retreat is your perfect base for a memorable Taupo adventure. Whether you're a young family seeking quality time together or a couple in search of a romantic retreat, this is the place for you. Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,130 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV, Netflix, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36380000/36373400/36373307/b4500e59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Treetop Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home Taupō Central - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 8.8 Excellent 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=36373307&PinnedHotelID=36373307&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74780000/74771100/74771009/06df6f0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Matuku Hideaway - Taupo Holiday Home Two Mile Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 8.0 Very good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=74771009&PinnedHotelID=74771009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969836/22794361.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer Taupō Central - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 22 reviews CA $149 CA $269 total includes taxes & fees Oct 22 - Oct 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=88969836&PinnedHotelID=88969836&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms](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 $131 CA $152 total includes taxes & fees Oct 27 - Oct 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&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 ### Property is also known as 632894 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.691143,176.08221&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:p%7EbkFy%60vq%60%40%3FU%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FU%40Q%40U%40S%40QBU%40Q%40QBUBQBUBQBSDSBQDQDQBSDQDSFSDMFQFSDOFSFMFSFQHMFOHQFOHMHSHMHOHMHMJMHOJKJOHKJMJKJMJKLIJMJKLKJKLILKLGJILILGLILGNILELGLGNGLELENELENENCLENALCNENANCLCN%3FNANCN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBL%40N%3FNBLBN%40N%40NFL%40NDNBLDLDNDNDLDLFLFNFLDLHLFLHLFLHLHLFJJLHLJJJLJJLJHJJJLJJJLJJJLHLJNHLHLHLJNHLHRFLHNFPHNFLFPHRFLFRDNFRDPFLDRDRDPDRDPBPDPBRBRBPBTBPBTBP%40P%40T%40PBR%3FT%40P%40T%3FP%40T%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FNAT%3FPATAP%3FTCTAPATANCRCRCPCTCPCPCTEPCPEREPEPETEPGLERGPEPGPGNIPGPGLINGPINGNIPINKLINIHINKNINKJKJKLKLKJKJKJKJMJKJMJMHKJMHMFMHMFMHMFMHMDOHMDMFMDODOFMBMFO%40ODMBODO%40OBMBO%40O%3FM%40OBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FOCOAO%3FMAOCOCOEMAOCMEOAOGMCOGMEMEOGMEMIMEOIMGMIMGMIKGMIMKMIKKMKKKKKMKKKKKKMKMIKKOKKIOKOIIIOIMIOIQIOGOIQGOIMGQGQGOGQEQGQGSEMGQEUEQCQESEQCQEUCQCQCUCQCSASAOCUAQAUAUAQ%3FUAQ%3FU%3FO%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=j0lPq28iU2AOFZ9lCWUg4YkDEK8=) Taupo, Lake Taupo #### What's nearby - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Spa Thermal Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 2.2 km #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk - ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬12 min walk - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬11 min walk - ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬6 min walk - ‪Piccolo - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home located? > Located in Taupō Central, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Taupō, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery. Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Maori Carvings 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 ## Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home Reviews 8.0 ### 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) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Fiona O. Jan 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy batch in a fabulous location Location was fantastic, around the corner from a four square, cafe, fish and chip shop ans 10 min walk to the main Taupo shops and lake. House was nice and comfortable. ##### Fiona O. 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