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Puka Lodge (Front dwelling) - Pukawa Bay Home

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TV
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Puka Lodge (Front dwelling) - Pukawa Bay Home

Puka Lodge (front dwelling) is a comfortable and relaxing 3 bedroom Lockwood style Pukawa Bay holiday home. It has boat parking available and is just a short walk to the lake's edge.

This Pukawa Bay holiday home has a bright open-plan living area. It also features a woodburner fireplace with heat ducted to the bedrooms for the cooler months, or set out on adventure with the beach and boat ramp just moments from your door!

Each of the 3 bedrooms at this Pukawa Bay accommodation is located off the hallway. Bedroom 1 is fitted with a double bed, bedroom 2 is fitted with a queen bed, and bedroom 3 is fitted with 1 single bunk set, 1 single bed and a rollaway bed.

This front dwelling is attached to a rear unit with a shared entrance through an adjoining utility area. This may be booked with the Puka Lodge rear dwelling - a great option for an extended family group to holiday together while maintaining space and privacy!

When you are not relaxing on site, you are within walking distance to the lake, a short drive to Tokaanu with hot pools plus ski and kayaking options, or a 40 minute drive to the ski fields!

For a summer lake getaway, or a great ski base in the winter... Front Puka Lodge awaits!
Property is attached to an identical rear unit sleeping 7, which may be booked in conjunction with Puka Lodge, at the same nightly rate. If you wish to book this additional property please note this on your booking form and we will be in touch regarding payment for the nightly rate. Please enquire before booking as the second dwelling may not be available. Please note that if you do not book the attached unit, it may be occupied during your stay. Shared laundry and BBQ facilities between units.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.

Property manager

Bachcare Holiday Homes

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Fishing 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1399 sq ft (130 sq m)

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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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

599398

About the neighborhood

Map
Pukawa Bay, Lake Taupo

What's nearby

  • Lake Taupo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 7 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Kuratau Jetty - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 11 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 28 min drive - 38.4 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Floating Rock Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thyme For Food - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Coffee Shop - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Puka Lodge (Front dwelling) - Pukawa Bay Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Puka Lodge (Front dwelling) - Pukawa Bay Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Puka Lodge (Front dwelling) - Pukawa Bay Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Puka Lodge (Front dwelling) - Pukawa Bay Home located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lake Taupo and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Kuratau Jetty. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro National Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Puka Lodge (Front dwelling) - Pukawa Bay Home Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Derek H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place to relax
Will book again.close to lake .very comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle T., Hamilton, New Zealand

Relaxing Pukawa Bay
Great location, very relaxing with native bush clad areas and short walk to the lake. Bach had everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Beautiful spot with a homely feel. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Melissa S.

Good house for kids
Really enjoyed our stay. we would definitely stay here again. the only thing I would recommend is a fire guard for the fire place and batteries in the remotes. thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Kieran G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pukawa visit
Nice three bedroom house great for the family to stay and just s short walk to Lake front.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Nina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant spot in Pukawa
Nice, tidy bach only a few minutes walk from the bay. Suitably equipped for a family stay and great option of having a second bach semidetached to have extended family or friends stay next to you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020