Title: Lake Taupo Gem - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=104476776&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lake Taupo Gem Vacation home with patio, near Lake Taupō ## Photo gallery for Lake Taupo Gem ![Terrace/patio - Lake Taupo Gem (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476800/104476776/841e04e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Lake Taupo Gem (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476800/104476776/bb9230fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Lake Taupo Gem (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476800/104476776/8001d5f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Lake Taupo Gem (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476800/104476776/0124c445.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Lake Taupo Gem (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476800/104476776/1b4ffcea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the heart of Taupō, Lakeside Accommodation offers a serene retreat with a hot tub and modern kitchen. Unwind by the fireplace or enjoy indoor/outdoor flow to the backyard where you can relax or try out kayaking on Lake Taupo. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## 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. ### Lake Taupo Gem Welcome to Lake Taupo Gem! Modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 x living areas – With TVs, heat-pump/air-conditioning unit, fireplace, Netflix and indoor/outdoor flow to the back yard. The owners have also kindly provided a kayak and life-jackets for guests to use. Downstairs has the master bedroom with ensuite. Head upstairs to a second living area on the mezzanine floor plus two further bedrooms and bathroom. Whether you're here for adventure or relaxation, Lake Taupo Gem is your perfect base. Enjoy peaceful morning coffees on the patio or paddle the lake in the kayak provided. Just minutes from Taupo town centre, local attractions, and stunning lakefront walks, this warm and welcoming home offers everything you need to make unforgettable holiday memories. Hosted by Lakeside Accommodation. At Lakeside Accommodation, we're more than just holiday home managers – we're your partners in creating unforgettable memories. We're dedicated to delivering a high-end accommodation experience, ensuring that your holiday is nothing short of extraordinary. Your comfort, convenience, and satisfaction are our top priorities. We look forward to hosting you. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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 ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96890000/96887300/96887263/3d502bbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Haven - Taupo Holiday Home Wharewaka - 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Lake Taupo Holiday Home Taupō Central - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=109714501&PinnedHotelID=109714501&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 my-stays-nz-LOGAN-AVENUE-33A ## 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-38.73344%2C176.06667&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ymN7hiV_kdhOgXvd6COqWR8Qvk4=) Taupo, Waikato #### What's nearby - Four Mile Bay \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Five Mile Bay \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - The Landing Lake Taupō \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Three Mile Bay \- 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Taupō Hot Springs \- 5 min drive \- 5.0 km #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Industrie French Kitchen - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cafe Baku - ‬10 min drive - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪Millennium Hotel & Resort - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lake Taupo Gem pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lake Taupo Gem? ### What time is check-out at Lake Taupo Gem? ### Where is Lake Taupo Gem located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lake Taupo Gem Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tia S. Aug 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family getaway This property was great! Clean, had everything we needed, easy access and close by. Definitely will come back again ##### Tia S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rod C. Jun 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good times Good times ##### Rod C. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny P. Jan 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Taupo Fantastic and all that was promised ##### Jenny P. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Donna D. Oct 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Relax Kitchen well set up. ##### Donna D. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jayne L. Apr 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great weekend break Great location in Taupo. Loved the hot tub. Great space upstairs for the kids to hang out. ##### Jayne L. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith M. Dec 23, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### No thank you No thank you ##### Judith M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefanie M. Sep 30, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property Loved this property, was clean, tidy had everything you could need during your stay. Was very close to Taupo and was perfect for our needs. My only comment would be the addition of curtains would be a bonus as it gets very light very early but other than that it was the perfect house for our small family. ##### Stefanie M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019