Title: Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Taupō ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/257f853e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/c9438ab1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/0bf0222b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/29ec61bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112843100/112843071/59188af4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Lake Taupō, Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. Brand new Guest house/ sleepout in Richmond Heights by the Botanical garden. Completely private in a peaceful quiet location. Sleeps 4 people. Self- check in and checkout. Offers one bedroom with queen bed, one open kitchen/living area with full-size kitchen and induction stove, The nood sofa bed in the living area converts into the queen size bed or 2 x single beds and a toilet. 2 min drive/ 10 min walk to 2 mile bay Taupo lake. 5 min to the countdown supermarket. 500m to the closest convenience store, Liquor store & Restaurant. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows ## Similar properties ![Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69550000/69546300/69546296/253aafb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ika Nui Taupo Taupō Central - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 347 reviews CA $126 CA $145 total includes taxes & fees Dec 8 - Dec 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=69546296&PinnedHotelID=69546296&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878800/37878718/baf7c217.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Village Resort Taupō Central - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 357 reviews CA $182 CA $211 total includes taxes & fees Dec 17 - Dec 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=37878718&PinnedHotelID=37878718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44230000/44221100/44221082/w5152h3257x0y0-7e4de99d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jaw Dropping Views, Taupo View Loft in stunning Wharewaka. 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Waipahihi - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 89 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=46332035&PinnedHotelID=46332035&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### 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 Note from host: No baby cot available ### 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 ## 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-38.71633%2C176.09772&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2FL1ea_wIJXIfnAwEi8YEWG9chA=) Taupo, Waikato #### What's nearby - Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 2 min drive - 2.9 km - Three Mile Bay - 2 min drive - 2.2 km - Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive - ‪Industrie French Kitchen - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cafe Baku - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake.? > As of Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. on Dec 7, 2025 start from CA $100.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Brand-New-GuesthouseCompletely-Private2-Min-Drive-Or-10-Min-Walk-To-The-Lake.h112843071.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### Where is Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake. located? > Located in Richmond Heights, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupō. Three Mile Bay and Taupō Hot Springs are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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