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Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer

Holiday home with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Lake Taupō

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Dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace
Lakefront living at its finest, this 2-bedroom home in Taupo offers polished wooden floors and an open-plan kitchen perfect for a small family or couple. With free WiFi, a lockable garage for your boat or bikes, and walking distance to the lake front and town centre.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41399 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is HK$1,006
HK$1,692 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer

Holiday home with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Lake Taupō
Laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave, and other amenities include a stovetop and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and a hairdryer. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Taupo, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer?

As of 28 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer on 13 Dec 2025 start from HK$1,005.66, 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 for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer located?

Located in Taupō Central, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Taupō, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Maori Carvings. Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Happiness is Huia a block from the lake - Summer Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yuliya K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Excellent location and a very responsive host.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Lovely little gem,close to all amenities and lake,wonderful property manages,cant say enough about the property manager,mo
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property overall in need of some TLC. Beds weren't comfortable and neither was the lounge furniture, which is very old and worn.Cleanliness and linen was top notch. Location excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Short Break

We had a lovely stay at the property. It was a quick walk to the water and an easy walk into town. It had everything we needed and it was great that it was dog friendly. I would definitely recommend a stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Matariki weekend away

Comfy stay. Heat pump and gas heater great. Walking distance to the lake. Our fur babies enjoyed the stay too. It would be better if the property was fenced, but we enjoyed our stay. Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family in Taupo

Great place Pet Friendly accommodation Easy walk to the lake
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Surprisingly it was a very quiet area. Bonus of being able to take the dog with us. Enjoyed our stay, the only negative would be the couch which isn't very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquiline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home

We had a lovely stay in this cosy home. Walking distance to everything. We loved having the gas fire on at night. Has everything you need. Great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla Andrea M., Auckland New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

This is my secound time, and definitely we be back. Close to the central, shops and swimming pools.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

The house is very comfortable, definitely we deserve the stay. A few cleaning things need attention, like the drains and behind the sofas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family weekend in Taupo

Perfect property for our family weekend in Taupo with plenty of space and very quiet. The bathroom sink drains needed clearing but I am sure this has been done and it didn't effect out stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Huia Taupo

As in the summary for this bach, happiness on Huia! Great location, easy walk to everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All that you need

Great little holiday home - all the basics are there that make the property work for a simple bach to base yourself while you are in Taupo. We always appreciate somewhere that is pet friendly and has usable and safe lock up garage for storage of bikes etc too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter break

Was a nice little house, warm and close to everything taupo has to offer
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for a stopover in Taupo

The proximity to the lakefront and town is a great benefit to this property. The home is generally well presented, though some gardening wouldn't go astray. Thanks Kerry!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

luke S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2022

Nice and basic everything you need to have a nice couple of days stay in taupo very close and central to everything Lawns were abit overgrown but besides that 10 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Rowena V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Huia St Taupo

Clean house and convenient location but many things not up to par inside e.g. power points that didn't work for the microwave and hairdryer, uncomfortable couch and lots of marks and damage. We appreciated being able to have our dog with us though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Lucile D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Okay for a night

good communication with the property manager, great location, don’t except any more than that though. The house is old and needs to be renovated. Very little kitchen equipment, bare minimum. The washing machine looks new but the laundry room is old too and we found cockroaches on the floor. Good for one night if you’re passing by but I wouldn’t stay a week. The price was okay though compared than other properties in Taupo
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

David B., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Enjoyed Stay.

Great Location. Price of stay per night should be lowered. Chairs and Furniture very dated. Most frustrating was a shower door, which was damaged, and was hard to keep closed. The manager said shower door could not be replaced or repaired. Several lights were not working, obviously the house is not checked on a regular basis. I felt I was over charged for the lack of quality I and my wife experienced.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Vij K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Petr G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024