Vacation rentals with lake access in Manawatū-Whanganui

Sarah was a wonderful host and her place felt like home. We had everything we needed for a week in Taupo. Close to a shopping market and the walking path on the lake, the place was quiet and peaceful.

Beautiful location. Great house for our two family home holiday. Stayed in April and the heating was lovely. The heated pool was a nice surprise. Plenty of private areas if you needed space. Having access to the walking track by the lake was fantastic. House is starting to need some love but still a very lovely stay.

My mum and I visited Terry’s house with my 4 month old baby (took our own cot for the baby). We found the house easily, it was walking distance to town, the markets and the lake. The house was extremely clean and free of clutter and had all of the amenities needed for a weekend away. The beds are very comfortable and the home was very warm.

Belinda’s place was beautiful. We loved the deck and the window seat - just such peaceful views over a lake Taupo. This place is a few kms out of Taupo town but worth the few minutes in the car! Beautiful neighbourhood! House was gorgeous with everything you need. Beautifully finished with lovely quality linen and accessories. If you’re reading this - just book it - it does not disappoint!

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All I can say is WOW! Gorgeous location and walking distance to town. We were met at the place by Sugar "Sug", who walked us through the entire home AND gave us great ideas about eating, drinking and exercising. There was milk in the fridge and flowers on the table...it truly felt like home! Thanks to all, JT

This is an awesome home. Well furnished and the kitchen has every item you need to cook up a feast. Very spacious and the swim in the river was great. We will be back one day.

An amazing place to relax with all the mod cons! The host was super attentive and nothing was a problem. Thoroughly recommend this place and would come back again. Absolutely would rate this as a five star plus place to escape to.

Beautiful modern and clean apartment conveniently located providing privacy and all day sun. The aircon came in handy too. Very well equipped kitchen including condiments, gladwrap etc and various cooking and serveware. Laundry facilities were also well equipped including a laundry basket, pegs and clothes line. Also included board games which the kids loved. Pool was perfect for the summer heat. Beds, blankets and pillows were very comfortable. We will definitely be back.

Vicki was very welcoming and helpful. We had a lovely stay and the property had everything we needed. We really appreciated the peaceful location and beautiful views. Thank you, Vicki

Lloyd was a great host. Always responsive and very welcoming. The apartment was clean and cozy. It was the perfect location, close to town and great views! Highly recommend and would definitely come back for our next stay in Taupō!

I thought it was a room under the hosts house however it turned out to be a lovely stand alone unit nicely decorated comfortable bed practical kitchen and lounge with lots of sun nice view of the lake and very peaceful I would highly recommend a stay at Irene's if you are in Taupo. It's a couple of minutes drive to the local dairy Bar and restaurant with nice food. And only about 5 or 6 minutes drive to the town centre

Pamela's place was beautifully set up, we had an amazing time staying here. We enjoyed cooking on the barbecue, wandering down to the river and admiring the extensive veggie garden! Pamela was lovely and very responsive, we had a great time and would definitely stay here again!

I didn't stay here personally but my best friend did. She said it was amazing. Clean, tidy, great location. She said Jane went above and beyond. I spoke back n forth with Jane when booking the air bnb and she was super helpful.

We had a fantastic stay at this beautiful home ….. our hosts Marki and Chris were just wonderful and everything about the space and the surroundings was top notch. The furnishings, decor, attention to detail, lovely treats and overall vibe of the home was very special …. Walking distance to the most beautiful little bay, surrounded by nature was awesome. Would thoroughly recommend!!!

We really enjoyed our stay and thought the property was really lovely . The property was in a really good location - easily walkable to the centre but in a really pretty spot by the river and near the Marina and so felt like you were in a peaceful and quiet location. The property was really well maintained - modern design , very light , well furnished , good kitchen with all the appliances etc that you could need. Very clean and tidy. Air con in living room and in bedroom at bottom of house. Note that basic cooking staples ( oil , herbs etc) not included. Not a problem for us but just mentioning so you can bring your own if you want to cook. We really enjoyed the area - loads to do. Overall we were really happy.

Paul’s place was exactly as it said on the tin… 1950s time capsule of a batch. absolutely class. Would definitely stay again. Thanks Paul.

We really enjoyed our stay here. Great location, walking distance to lake front. We loved the bach feel and admired the decor - ample books, DVDs and family board games to keep you entertained, and a classic table tennis table! Clean, tidy home to enjoy.

We had a wonderful stay at Lisa’s place. The place had everything and more and the view was even better than the pictures. Would highly recommend!!

Extremely clean, tidy cosy cottage, well equipped with everything you need. Beds were comfortable, shower pressure good and the heat pump keeps it nice and warm. We loved our stay. Thank you so much

Lovely little place to stay with beautiful views. Sven was a fantastic host

Really nice airbnb, lots of indoor and outdoor space. Very clean as well, would recommend!

Great place to stay right by the lake. Easy to get to Taupo from the house.

Great place real handy location and private with the reserve out the front. Easy access to the lake. Very cosy place. Beds were very comfy