Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home | Cottage in Acacia Bay

9.2 (19 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Acacia Bay Cottage | Kauawhi Lodge - Acacia Bay Holiday Home

3 Bedroom Cottage in Acacia Bay

Kauawhi Lakefront Lodge is a luxurious three bedroom holiday home located on the shores of Lake Taupo. This well-appointed and welcoming home won first place in category 6 of the Registered Master Builders' Federation House of the Year competition in 1999, and makes for the ultimate retreat.
Kauawhi Lakefront Lodge is a gorgeous split-level lakefront lodge, with direct access to Lake Taupo via a path at the front of the house, leading to a secluded beach on the beautiful Lake Taupo.
Outdoor living is made easy at this Acacia Bay accommodation. Folding sliding doors on the lakefront side of the house ensure a seamless transition from inside to outside during the summer months and the seculded north facing courtyard and outdoor fireplace is a year round sun-trap.
On the lakefront terrace there's plenty of outdoor space to relax with deck chairs and an outdoor dining table and chairs to sit back, relax, and take in the exquisite views.
The beautifully decorated interior holds all the amenities you need for a relaxing getaway, both for couples or families, You’ll find a Jetmaster fire to enjoy in winter, and a smart TV with a DVD player and DVD library. There's a Jaimo sound system with speakers stretching into both living areas, meaning you never have to be away from your favourite tunes.
Sink back into the luxurious couches and take your pick of reading material from the extensive library. Open plan living allows you to enjoy cooking in the beautiful kitchen, while your loved ones relax in the lounge. Check out the hidden butler’s pantry with doors leading out on the back terrace.
Three elegant bedrooms, all with ensuites, make up the spacious living quarters. Upstairs enjoy the master suite, consisting of a super king bed, Bose CD player and walk-in wardrobe. Walk out onto the balcony offering an incredible vantage point and say good morning to those amazing lake views!
Downstairs you’ll find two more bedrooms, one with a queen sized bed, and the other with two double beds.
If you're planning something special, we can assist with concierge services, such as a hunting/fishing guide or a guest chef for dinner.
Indulge in relaxation, style and serenity at Kauawhi Lakefront Lodge!
The living area is multi-level with a drop of 60cm between the dining and living room. Guests should take care in this area.There is a separate studio apartment rented on a permanent basis underneath the house. It is not visible from the house, as it is underneath the deck.Parking for cars is available in the Battleaxe driveway. Do not enter or use next door's gate (795 Acacia Bay) for any purpose; it is not a part of the Kauawhi Lodge.Boats need to be parked on the street as there is restricted space in the driveway.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.IMPORTANT: Please note there is a 24 hour notice requirement for all winter bookings at this property.

This 3 Bedrooms Cottage provides accommodation with Ocean View, Kitchen, Fireplace/Heating, for your convenience. This Cottage features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Cottage has 3 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this Cottage has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Acacia Bay. Enjoy your stay in Acacia Bay at this Cottage.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Fishing nearby
Entertainment
  • TV
  • Stereo
General
  • Unit size: 1399 sq ft (130 sq m)
Guest Services
  • Phone
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor fireplace
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Paul B.
Jul 7, 2025 11:24:13 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Lovely open plan living areas with open fire in main lounge , large deck of living areas , bathrooms for every bedroom . Steps down to lake which is great . Wonderful time had by everyone , will definately stay there again . Recommend this home to anyone and everyonelooking for a relaxed, enchanting stay .
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