[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Delight in the Dell - 2 mins to lake Vacation home with kitchen, near Lake Taupō ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113200000/113196800/113196786/b1b7fb25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113200000/113196800/113196786/5d7be689.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113200000/113196800/113196786/4925cb57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113200000/113196800/113196786/4bc754aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113200000/113196800/113196786/1dfa864e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Delight in the Dell - 2 mins to lake provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms3014 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Delight in the Dell - 2 mins to lake Welcome to your next holiday home! Conveniently located on the lakeside of SH1 in Wharewaka, Lake Taupo means the lake edge is only a 2 minute walk! The spacious property boasts 4 comfortable bedrooms and 2 modern bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 8 guests with new furnishings and appliances throughout . Enjoy the convenience of the walk through garage for safe storing of jet skis, road bikes or motor bikes. Delight in the Dell is waiting for you! The entire property is yours for the duration of your stay. The 2 canoes are available for your use. There are 3 life jackets available but we recommend you bring your own to ensure perfect fit. The garage is available for your use. A team member is available throughout your stay. Strictly no parties or gatherings. Only the maximum number of guests stated on the booking are permitted to stay. If extra guests are found to be at the property they will be asked to leave. Non compliance of the maximum number of guests or the no party rule may result in eviction without refund. No tents. Smoking outside only. Please dispose of cigarette butts responsibly. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Table tennis ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,014 square feet ## Similar properties ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104476900/104476828/066aa9d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rise and Shine with Hot Tub Wharewaka - Hot tub - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=104476828&PinnedHotelID=104476828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111940000/111937600/111937570/027c0354.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CENTRAL, QUIET, LOCATION WITH STUNNING LAKE AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS. 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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 ### Property is also known as 359780 ## About the area Wharewaka, a neighborhood in Taupō, is home to this vacation home. Lake Taupō and Five Mile Bay 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. 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