Title: Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=121031008&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front ![Interior - Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front (Waitahanui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121040000/121031100/121031008/w1339h900x0y0-689c2571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front (Waitahanui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121040000/121031100/121031008/f28c07a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front (Waitahanui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121040000/121031100/121031008/95e59d46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front (Waitahanui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121040000/121031100/121031008/9129cf0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front (Waitahanui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121040000/121031100/121031008/c8421338.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms4 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - 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. ### Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front Discover your own slice of lakeside bliss with this exceptional property positioned right on the shores of Lake Taupo. More than just a holiday home, it’s a private sanctuary where the sparkling waters are only steps away. Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully presented, this residence is a true haven where unforgettable memories are waiting to be made. From the moment you enter, the sweeping outlook across the glistening lake will take your breath away. The central kitchen is the heart of the home, linking the dining and living areas while framing spectacular lake views. Sliding doors open to a generous deck, perfect for entertaining, with a pull-down screen to enjoy alfresco dining and sunsets even on breezy days. Year-round comfort is assured with double glazing, a woodburner, heat pump, and nightstore heaters in each bedroom. All three spacious bedrooms feature ensuites – the master boasting a luxurious rain shower – while every bathroom enjoys underfloor heating. A guest powder room off the lounge adds extra convenience. Just steps from the lake, the property offers effortless access for paddleboarding, kayaking, boating, or fishing. Privacy is secured by electric gates, with a large front lawn ideal for boats, tents, and lake toys. An outbuilding provides a single garage, laundry, and generous storage for your toys during your stay. With its unique character, lakeside tranquility, and space for unforgettable gatherings, this home is a rare opportunity to enjoy a contemporary retreat on Lake Taupo. When you book to stay at this beautfiul property you\`ll have the entire place to yourselves to enjoy. The property is private and safe, and only a stones throw from the lake edge. As your hosts we\`re here to help, however should you prefer your privacy we\`ve happy to leave you in pace to enjoy your stay. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121920000/121910500/121910462/5bd5923d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ultimate Lakefront Getaway, Taupo Waitahanui - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=121910462&PinnedHotelID=121910462&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91750000/91743400/91743314/1cf56045.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waitahanui Lake House - Lake Taupo Holiday Home Waitahanui - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=91743314&PinnedHotelID=91743314&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112260000/112251800/112251728/086bdbcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Streamside Fern Cabin Taupo - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=112251728&PinnedHotelID=112251728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112260000/112251800/112251744/57cca32b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Streamside Flax Cabin Taupo - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=112251744&PinnedHotelID=112251744&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112260000/112251800/112251711/85facb70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Streamside Fisherman's Cabin Taupo - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=112251711&PinnedHotelID=112251711&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116590000/116588000/116587921/5966809f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront at 5 Mile - right on the lake! 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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 ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as 432907 ## About the area Located in Waitahanui, this vacation home is on a lake. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Landing Lake Taupō and Taupō Hot Springs. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Waitahanui travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Waitahanui.dx553248625843205338) [View more Vacation homes in Waitahanui](https://www.expedia.ca/Waitahanui-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248625843205338-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-38.79120%2C176.07590&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cVWXgODIYZijTTriAozGkUWD6E8=) Waitahanui, Waikato Region ### What's nearby - ![Scenery view of Taupo town with lake Taupo the largest freshwater lake in North island of New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 706307593; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108145/2d296390-b701-4e0d-8ff8-19e6afabfc2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Taupō 7 min drive \- 8.7 km - ![Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108150/01b29e58-e4a9-4240-a58d-af1c460f5475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Taupō Hot Springs 10 min drive \- 14.7 km - ![rotorua lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974614317/4854363f-28cb-40d1-88c4-2e121bb56d0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Spa Thermal Park 13 min drive \- 17.6 km - Five Mile Bay 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp 14 min drive \- 15.1 km ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 6 min drive ### Restaurants - Mavericks 4 min drive - Millennium Hotel & Resort 9 min drive - Bistro Lago 9 min drive - Cafe Lacus 5 min drive - Ploughmans Restaurant And Bar 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front? ### What time is check-out at Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front? ### Where is Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Still Water Retreat - Taupo holiday home on lake front 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jock K. Jan 2, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Awesome house in an awesome lake front spot ##### Jock K. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025