Family friendly (and pet friendly) home in a quiet cul-de-sac in central Taupo with lake views and a large established/private garden with outdoor seating under a covered porch area, spa pool, bbq and lots of space to relax. Warm and cosy in winter. Only 5 min walk to local restaurant/bar (Mole & Chicken), and a 10 min walk to the lakefront. Off street parking available for 2-3 cars. The house is split-level, across 3 levels. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms all on the same level with 2 x King size beds and 1 x King Single bed. These bedrooms are also on the same level as the kitchen, dining and outdoor porch area. There is a fireplace in the kitchen/dining area and wall heaters in the bedrooms. Upstairs is a large lounge with seating for 6-7 people and views of the lake. Two office spaces - 1 in the single bedroom and 1 in the mezzanine - for working remotely. Note: Downstairs there is an 4th bedroom with 1 x King size bed which guests can access and use for additional $100. There is a seperate toilet next to this room. The room is locked if guests choose not to use it. We have a number of outside games and sports items that guests may wish to use including pétanque, frisbees for frisbee golf (at Spa Park), a junior croquet set, basketball (there is a hoop at the church just up the road), 2x sets of golf clubs and 1 trundler (golf sets on request, and please only for adults / experienced players). *Well behaved pets are welcome for an additional cleaning fee ($100 per pet). Pet policy: Pets MUST be declared before arrival to avoid a pet violation fee of $500. A $250 bond is refundable following inspection after check out. Pets are not allowed on furniture (incl beds) to avoid scratching and damage. We have security cameras monitoring the side of the house and the back porch. These are switched off during guest stays. If guests wish to charge their electric vehicle please advise before arrival. There is an additional fee of $20 per EV charge. We also charge a $250 security bond for damage to the property. This is refundable following inspection after check out. For longer stays we are happy to offer a discounted rate of between 10-20%, please enquire if you would like to stay for more than 2 weeks. Additional guest reviews: Daniel from Sydney, Australia - Rating, 5 stars March 2024 This place is perfect for us, when we come to race Ironman as a small group. The house is just like home, provides everything you need and super clean. We will definitely come back again. Eleonora from Potsdam, Germany - Rating, 5 stars September 2023 We stayed in Taupo for a month for work reasons. Our stay was very very good. We enjoyed very much all corners of the house. There were plenty of games and toys like darts and bocce and a beautiful garden with a great Jacuzzi. Beds were very comfortable and luxurious. The appliances efficient and convenient. Jordy from Cannon Hill, Australia - Rating, 5 stars March 2023 The place was stunning and very cosy. Lots of space and really cool layout. The Jacuzzi was amazing. Super close to town. Very impressive place to stay. Alexandra from Hungary - Rating, 5 stars January 2023 Best accomodation and host ever! Gorgeous views from the window, nice environment! The spa was a real treat! Andy was also super helpful and flexible!