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22 miles from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park in Taupo, River View Retreat - Taupo features accommodations with access to a hot tub. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home. Featuring a terrace and river views, the spacious vacation home includes 4 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can also relax in the garden. The Hidden Valley is 22 miles from River View Retreat - Taupo, while Huka Prawn Park is 1.6 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 7.5 miles from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
2 twin beds
Bedroom 4
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.9
High score for Taupo

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michelle
    Australia Australia
    Location, spacious 4 bedrooms, excellent views, hot tub, big gorgeous house, 2 bathrooms, great lounge area, beautiful kitchen & butlers pantry. Secure area. Not far from the Taupo town centre & local attractions. We were totally speechless with...
  • Dave
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The location by the river is beautiful, complimented by a spa to relax in.
  • Cathy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    It was fantastic & thank you again for our stay. Very comfortable, and the location was perfect 👌
  • N
    Nicholas
    Australia Australia
    River swims, comfortable, home away from home, hot spa!
  • Gary
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the location on the River and views. Outside fireplace and spa was lovely.
  • Helen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Overall the house was amazing. Beautiful views great indoor, outdoor space and lovely furniture. Great kitchen and bathrooms. Heating fabulous and didn't feel the cold at all. Great off road parking. Great travel time to city. Absolutely fabulous...
  • Amelia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    so close to the river. easy walk/cycle into town. beautiful facilities. amazing heating. comfortable bed. couldn’t fault it
  • L
    Lynley
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Perfect location. Well appointed house! Great place for a relaxing stay with a group of friends!!
  • Fiona
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Our group had an amazing time at River View. The location is stunning, the set up was perfect for our group of 7. We can’t wait to come back again
  • Chiu-ning
    Taiwan Taiwan
    我們非常喜歡這棟漂亮的房子 廚房有所有一切需要的廚具 更享受在院子裡泡SAP享受河景 房子裡有你需要的所有一切 超級推薦

Managed by Lakeside Accommodation Taupo

Company review score: 9Based on 1,486 reviews from 60 properties
60 managed properties

Company info

Our names are Elle & Stef. We are Taupo locals, and together we manage a number of beautiful properties here in Taupo. Our goal is to make sure all of our properties are inviting, clean, homely and maintained to a high-standard, to ensure you have a pleasant and memorable stay. If you would like any recommendations on things to see & do, or places to eat & drink while you are here in our wonderful town, please get in touch - we are more than happy to help!

Property info

**PLEASE NOTE - a 2.3% Credit Card/Debit Card surcharge is charged on all bookings that are selected as 'Pay Later'. These bookings will be charged in full 14 days prior to arrival (this excludes Non-refundable bookings which will be charged at the time the booking is made). Property access information is always sent to you on the morning of your arrival, via the message centre. Perched on the banks of the beautiful Waikato River this luxurious accommodation is the perfect private retreat after a day out exploring Lake Taupo. Relax in the hot-tub, or start up the outdoor gas fireplace and watch the river go by. This set-up is perfect for those cooler summer evenings or clear winter nights. Beds will be made up as 1x King, 1x King, 1x Queen, 2x King-Singles. The 2x King beds can be split into singles, and the 2x King-Singles can be joined together to make 1x King. You must let us know at least 7 days before your arrival if you require any beds to be split or put together – otherwise they will be made as above. There are 2x gas fire-places (one inside and one outside). These can be used. The indoor wood-burner can not be used. Nespresso pod coffee machine provided - just bring your own pods The garage can not be used for parking vehicles but you are welcome to use it to store bikes and outdoor equipment.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of River View Retreat - Taupo
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Internet
    Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

    Kitchen

    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Bedroom

    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area

    Media & Technology

    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV

    Room Amenities

    • Socket near the bed
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Iron
    • Hot tub

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoors

    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Barbecue
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden

    Spa

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

    Food & Drink

    • Tea/Coffee maker

    Outdoor & View

    • River view
    • View

    Building Characteristics

    • Detached

    Miscellaneous

    • Smoke-free property
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    River View Retreat - Taupo takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardCash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that the property has no reception.

    Please note that there is a 2.3% charge when you pay with a credit card.

    Please inform River View Retreat - Taupo of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    FAQs about River View Retreat - Taupo