Title: Barn style cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=74128079&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Barn style cottage Vacation home in Wairakei with patio ## Photo gallery for Barn style cottage ![Interior - Barn style cottage (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74130000/74128100/74128079/b514e09a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - Barn style cottage (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74130000/74128100/74128079/6c90f885.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Barn style cottage (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74130000/74128100/74128079/57e0916a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Barn style cottage (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74130000/74128100/74128079/5c66f479.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Barn style cottage (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74130000/74128100/74128079/07a090ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located north of Taupo, this luxury hideaway offers a serene retreat with a studio lounge and king-size bed. Relax on the large deck or unwind in the separate bedroom with views from both spaces. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - 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. ### Barn style cottage Stay away from the crowds, a luxury couples hide away, north of Taupo just off State hi way 1, studio lounge with TV and king size bed with a separate bedroom if you are away with another couple. luxury unit with relaxing views form both the studio or large deck with roof over. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - Property does not allow children ## 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 - Wharewaka Holiday Home Wharewaka - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor Space 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=82950026&PinnedHotelID=82950026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88970000/88969900/88969839/2e56bdc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tui Unit - So close to the lake +Pool Taupō Central - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=88969839&PinnedHotelID=88969839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/112000000/111995900/111995830/0f72c47f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nice place, great lakeside location Heated Pool, Spa Bath, Strong WiFi, SKY TV Taupō Central - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 40 reviews CA $125 CA $263 total includes taxes & fees Feb 16 - Feb 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=111995830&PinnedHotelID=111995830&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114750000/114747500/114747462/b0c5a409.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central and Cozy - popular, peaceful retreat. 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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 ## About the area Wairakei is home to this vacation home. A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley and Mind Junction. Spa Thermal Park and Taupō Hot Springs are also worth visiting. [Visit our Wairakei travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Wairakei.dx6052675) [View more Vacation homes in Wairakei](https://www.expedia.ca/Wairakei-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6052675-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-38.58752%2C176.06401&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Nqd1M_7SO0rImSobMA9CbfufdpA=) Taupo, Waikato ### What's nearby - ![Wairakei featuring a hot spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967410/ddd0711a-72bc-4660-b697-0774661ace62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa 6 min drive \- 9.3 km - ![Hiking this beautiful tropical thermal valley was like stepping back into time. I caught this beautiful rainbow in the steam escaping "The Witches Brew" while hiking thru the park. A great time! #hiking ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052675/b5486754-0a41-4496-9723-18333b1c01d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley 6 min drive \- 9.3 km - ![Prawn Farm which includes fishing and a lake or waterhole as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108158/f032beeb-eae0-4327-a16b-3fc15f954ebf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Prawn Farm 7 min drive \- 8.9 km - ![Aratiatia Rapids featuring a gorge or canyon and rapids](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108164/1d848b24-3a6d-4701-bf10-09449625c027.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Aratiatia Rapids 8 min drive \- 12.8 km - Rock\`n Ropes 6 min drive \- 8.9 km ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - The Huka Honey Hive 7 min drive - Heli Cafe 7 min drive - Equestrian Café 7 min drive - Lil Something 12 min drive - Cafe Pinot 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Barn style cottage pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Barn style cottage? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Barn style cottage? ### What time is check-out at Barn style cottage? ### Where is Barn style cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Barn style cottage Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 13 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe S. Jan 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely little barn! A cosy little barn situated in the countryside but nice and close to Taupō/other activities. Lovely grounds and friendly hosts too! ##### Zoe S. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lisa f. May 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 10/10 amazing comfy beds, friendly hosts, amazing house. ##### lisa f. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark A. Apr 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cool Barn Very comfortable and well-appointed accommodation ##### Mark A. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah A. Apr 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank you Steve The cutest little cottage, well appointed and beautifully curated - like a mini museum! Friendly, obliging hosts - couldn't ask for more. ##### Hannah A. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kathryn g. Jan 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! We loved our stay at the Barn Style Cottage. It was super clean and the hosts were very friendly. We were pleasantly surprised by all the extra little touches that just made our stay that much better! Beautiful location - not far from Taupo. Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again if passing through! Thank you :) ##### kathryn g. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dallas Jan 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Very kind people and lovely home/section ##### Dallas Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan H. Nov 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### cool spot cool spot and enjoyed all the old school bits and pieces inside Sky sport was a bonus Nice people to deal with too ##### Ryan H. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louis Feb 5, 2023 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The hosts were very accommodating and even transported us to and from a concert. 👍🙂 ##### Louis Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### lisa f. Jun 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The Barn was very cute and clean, the only thing i found that i would have liked was electric blankets on the beds as we froze both nights and when your not used to the cold like that, a warm bed would be nice. the hot water bottles didn't do much. otherwise it was amazing and would like to return one day. ##### lisa f. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah H. May 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Sarah H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hamish R. Feb 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay ##### Hamish R. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caspar Jan 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities ##### Caspar Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025