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Entire home·Private host

Little Whio by the Lake

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Interior
Smart TV, books
Exterior detail
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 795 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Little Whio by the Lake

Our Little Whio Bach was build in 2022 and is a place where we unwind and reconnect with each other as a family. We want to share our experience in Motuoapa with others. Get away from the busy life and spend time together and in nature.

Little Whio has an open living area with a modern kitchen and dining space which makes this space a great way to be with family/friends. The Bach has a laundry area, two bathrooms and three bedrooms. Two rooms have a Queen size bed and internal wardrobe. One of the Queen bedrooms comes with an ensuite. The third bedroom has a bunk bed and a daybed. Great for the kids. The day bed has a trundler underneath.( For that extra friend that likes to tag along)

Property manager

Elise Sandkuijl

Languages

Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,023 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Dogs are not allowed in the bedrooms nor furniture

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
Motuoapa, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Lake Taupō - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 17 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Kuratau Jetty - 28 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 39 min drive - 47.8 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Licorice Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Thyme For Food - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Coffee Shop - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Whio by the Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Little Whio by the Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Whio by the Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Whio by the Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Lake Taupō and within 9 miles (15 km) of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and River Vineyard. Tongariro National Trout Centre and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Little Whio by the Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay R.

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

Absolutely lovely place

Communication from first booking to our stay was perfect Easy check in and out.place was clean as and very comfortable Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Absolutely amazing!!!!!

Amazing spot! Perfect size for our family and plenty of parking for the car and boat. Definitely one of our favourite holiday homes
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn J.

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

Great bach

We loved our stay at Little Whio.Communication was excellent from booking through to the end of our stay. The house matched the descriptions, it was clean tidy and well appointed.I would 100% recommend this property and/or stay here again! Thanks :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

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

Motuoapa Travel

Great property with easy access and functionality.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mike L.

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

Great location, lovely home

Great little property in an excellent location, just a few minutes from the marina.Easy boat and multiple-car parking.We had a few Wi-Fi issues that were quickly resolved by the owner, though I believe fibre is going in soon, so might not be an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne B.

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

A nice place to unwind

Great size and location and loved the modernness of the property. Appreciated the quick response when tv lost connection too. A lovely place to unwind and take in the surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briley L.

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

Little Whio

Beautiful spot and view of lake, lovely home and Elise was so friendly and made everything easy! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kath M.

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

Highly recommended

Beautiful home, modern, clean and super tidy with everything you need. Great location. Handy to the lake for a swim, New World in Tūrangi or the Licorice Cafe 2 mins away. Also wonderful that we could have brought our dog. We didn’t on this trip but would on another. However a note for dog owners is that the property isn’t fully fenced if that’s a consideration for you.Would highly recommend. We’d definitely stay here again. Thank you Elise for making it all so easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025