Title: Our Happy Place - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=64895284&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Our Happy Place Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Our Happy Place ![Smart TV, Netflix, DVD player, books - Our Happy Place (Tauranga Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64900000/64895300/64895284/83663245.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Our Happy Place (Tauranga Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64900000/64895300/64895284/e483fd0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Our Happy Place (Tauranga Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64900000/64895300/64895284/d7b1ef04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, Netflix, DVD player, books - Our Happy Place (Tauranga Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64900000/64895300/64895284/c76e09c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Our Happy Place (Tauranga Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64900000/64895300/64895284/ec993552.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked away near the quieter end of Lake Taupo, this 2-story house is perfect for families. Enjoy lake views from the large outside deck and take advantage of two living areas with Netflix-equipped TVs. With a bunkroom downstairs and hotel-grade linen throughout, you'll feel right at home. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - 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. ### Our Happy Place Over our quiet road from the lake is our very comfortable and recently refurbed well appointed 2 storied house with (2 TV's and Netflix) 2 living areas, upstairs and downstairs. Great for the Kids! 2 dbl bedrooms upstairs, and bunkroom downstairs with 4 bunk beds and 2 extra mattresses. Large outside deck with great views. Close to 3 boat ramps and ski lanes at the picturesque and quieter end of Lake Taupo. Great fishing either from boat or fly fish the famed Tauranga Taupo (3 min drive) or Tongariro Rivers (15 minute drive). Tokaanu hot pools are 20 mins away. Taupo town is a 25 minute drive North with all the town has to offer. Taupo Motorsport park is an easy 35 minutes. Wairakei golf and hot pools 40 mins North. Mt Ruapehu is 1 hours drive, and call in at Tokaanu hot pools on your way back. We use hotel grade linen for your comfort and hygiene. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Netflix - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Kayak - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### 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 ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82960000/82950100/82950026/d4bf47e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moeroa - 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Turn off heat pumps at source (on deck upstairs, outside downstairs) Please turn off oven, hob and all electrical switches. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Use tablemats on table please. In drawer on table side of bench. Linen supplied No cooking curry. No parties NO DRUGS Please clean BBQ after use. Minimum 3 night stay please on designated holiday weekends - Waitangi Day etc. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: NB: take care with toddlers around stairs. ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 Our Happy Place Wonderful @ Waitetoko Our Happy Place Tauranga Taupo Our Happy Place Tauranga Taupo Wonderful @ Waitetoko Our Happy Place Our Happy Place Private vacation home Our Happy Place Private vacation home Tauranga Taupo ## About the area Located in Tauranga Taupo, this vacation home is on a lake. Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Landing Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Taupō Hot Springs and A.C. Baths are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby. [Visit our Tauranga Taupo travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Tauranga-Taupo.dx553248622941594539) [View more Vacation homes in Tauranga Taupo](https://www.expedia.ca/Tauranga-Taupo-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248622941594539-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-38.90685%2C175.92038&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J8YORw0kKXMkdO9GfRc-ll5zrPM=) Tauranga Taupo, Waikato ### What's nearby - ![Tongariro National Park showing mountains and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135271/693cc357-f620-4a05-aeb0-ccdeb157ad1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tongariro National Park 21 min drive \- 26.8 km - Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre 15 min drive \- 18.2 km - Tongariro National Trout Centre 18 min drive \- 22.2 km - River Vineyard 18 min drive \- 18.6 km - Tokaanu Thermal Pools 20 min drive \- 24.3 km ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 26 min drive ### Restaurants - Licorice Cafe 5 min drive - Licorice Cafe 4 min walk - Tomi's 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Our Happy Place pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Our Happy Place? ### What time is check-out at Our Happy Place? ### Where is Our Happy Place located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Our Happy Place Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zac O. Mar 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### perfect stay Loved our stay at this bach. Fully kitted out, super comfy, great communication with the owner, nice and close to the lake. ##### Zac O. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kayla T. Apr 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our 3 night getaway Our experience renting this property was pretty good. We all enjoyed our stay and having walking distance to the lake was so great. Plenty of room for outside games and plenty of room out on the deck to have a bbq and enjoy snacks and dinner out on. ##### Kayla T. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### MARGARET V. Mar 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All good Front door dead lock needs attention. Doors in master bedroom need serious fixing. We just find it strange that we pay for a clean of the property, yet we are required to vacuum. We also have to remove our rubbish and no rubbish bin is provided this is nota very good thing to require when we pay to stay ….we suppose some people are very dirty so perhaps a slightly different approach like pay more for cleaning or less if you clean. We still had a great time thx again ##### MARGARET V. 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