Title: Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=100175625&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home Vacation home with kitchen, 7-minute walk to Lake Taupō ## Photo gallery for Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home ![Microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster, highchair - Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100175700/100175625/7edfe060.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100175700/100175625/91511d30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100175700/100175625/b2c5d8aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100175700/100175625/0a194269.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100175700/100175625/a1d2f6a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41130 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## 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 ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108960000/108952700/108952682/ab5f2c87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mere Cottage, Taupo Central accommodation Taupō Central - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $243 CA $352 total includes taxes & fees Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=108952682&PinnedHotelID=108952682&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116770000/116761300/116761201/e91d7aa2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dragonfly's Rest - Kinloch Kinloch - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=116761201&PinnedHotelID=116761201&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121920000/121916000/121915966/w1152h764x0y4-5eb4070f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Raptors Haven - Kinloch Kinloch - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=121915966&PinnedHotelID=121915966&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sundeck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3632700/3632677/023097a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Base Taupo - Hostel Taupō Central - Free airport shuttle - Parking included - Restaurant - Gym 7.2 Good 165 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=3632677&PinnedHotelID=3632677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112570000/112564500/112564454/11d4c97c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stay in town with Wi-Fi Taupō Central - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=112564454&PinnedHotelID=112564454&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111500000/111497900/111497854/50a2c522.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wharewaka Escape Wharewaka - Kitchen - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=111497854&PinnedHotelID=111497854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115040000/115039100/115039056/a63e8320.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 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=115039056&PinnedHotelID=115039056&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747414/7c1ba0ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beatus House - peaceful & centrally located, 15 minute walk to town. 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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 - A.C. Baths \- 3 min drive \- 2.5 km #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk - ‪Cafe Baku - ‬10 min walk - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬11 min walk - ‪Indian Affair - ‬12 min walk - ‪Replete Food Company - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Kaka Retreat - Taupo Holiday Home located? ## 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 ## Reviews ### 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) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Sally B. Nov 3, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice place to stay.Toilet was not clean but overall good amenities.Would have been nice for the price to have more tv channels but good place to stay with the dog ##### Sally B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 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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