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Located in Taupo and only 33 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, Almost Country provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features quiet street views and is 2.4 km from Great Lake Convention Centre and 2.5 km from Huka Prawn Park. The property is non-smoking and is set 33 km from Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley. The 1-bedroom apartment is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at the apartment can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Volcanic Activity Centre is 3 km from Almost Country, while Taupo Events Centre is 4.1 km away. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 11 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Taupo
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jennifer
    Australia Australia
    Loved this unit. Everything we could require was provided, including kitchen and laundry facilities. Comfy bed, everything clean and welcoming. Location quiet, pleasant, in easy reach of town, and easy to find when we arrived. A very relaxing...
  • Ben
    Australia Australia
    spacious, comfortable, well equipped, quiet location
  • Kellie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely welcome, super clean, spacious, everything you need and more. Great location
  • Boakes
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Good parking easy to get to, clean, tidy, cosy, value for money.
  • Gerry
    Canada Canada
    A lovely and helpful host, a roomy, clean room, good breakfast.
  • David
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great size, everything provided, comfortable, quiet, very clean and super location within easy reach of Taupo facilities.
  • John
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The strong shower pressure. Clean, tidy and well appointed place.
  • Suhasini
    Spain Spain
    The beds were so comfortable and the place was fully stocked and lovely. The owners were so sweet and had left us some food for breakfast which was a lovely touch. They were also incredibly accommodating and included a third single bed which was...
  • Sakae
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything such as breakfast items, cooking stuff and amenities were well organised and thoughtful.
  • Elaine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Excellent selection for breakfast. The place was spacious and we are scratching our heads as to how they could improve the accommodation. For us as an older couple it was perfect! Jennifer, our host, was wonderful.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score
This one bedroomed flat is attached to our home with a shared laundry space. It is fully self contained and is quiet and private. It is light and sunny and fully equipped with everything you need. There is a carport attached for your use and extra storage space available if required. Note: There are two King single beds and bedding. A comfortable and modern space with a fully equipped kitchenette, unlimited internet, tv, books and games. Simple continental breakfast items provided.
We leave you to yourselves unless you have questions or requirements we can help with. We have lived in Taupo most of our lives and have extensive knowledge of the area. We are an almost retired couple who enjoy spending time in our home and town.
We are at the top end of Acacia Bay Road, close to Poihipi Road. It is a quiet property and across the road from farmland. Just a 3 minute drive from town, but with rural views in a quiet residential spot. 7 minutes from Craters of the Moon thermal area, Wairakei Terraces hot pools, Wairakei Golf Course, Huka Falls and loads of other popular activities and sights.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Almost Country
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Internet
Fast free WiFi 63 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Dressing room
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Almost Country takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 20
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Almost Country in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Almost Country

  • The prices at Almost Country may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Almost Country has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Almost Country is 0.8 miles from the centre of Taupo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Almost Country offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Bike tours
  • Check-in at Almost Country is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, Almost Country is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Almost Country can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.