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Lakeview Cottage - Rainbow Point Holiday Home

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Rainbow Point, Lake Taupo
  • Lake Taupo
    1 min walk
  • The Landing Lake Taupo
    2 min drive
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    4 min drive
  • Taupo (TUO)
    4 min drive

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About the area

Taupo

With a stay at this cottage in Taupo (Rainbow Point), you'll be steps from Lake Taupo and a 1-minute drive from Three Mile Bay. .This cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Four Mile Bay and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from The Landing Lake Taupo.

What's nearby

  • The Landing Lake Taupo - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 8 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Fish Box - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakeview Cottage - Rainbow Point Holiday Home

This original 1960s Kiwi Bach is situated on a private elevated section with a large garden area and beautiful north-facing lake views
The holiday cottage offers basic accommodation with two bedrooms. The master bedroom has both a double and a single bed. This bedroom has a beautiful outlook with 180-degree north-facing lake views. A second bedroom with a new double bunk bed, a queen bed on the bottom and a king single on top.

The shower has recently been modernised and gas-powered hot water has been installed to provide greater comfort to guests.

The high-ceiling kitchen and lounge area are open plan with stunning 180-degree north-facing lake views.

Private off-street parking is available behind the cottage.

The property is only a 1-minute walk to Lake Taupō across a reserve in front of the cottage. The beaches straight in front of the house are great for swimming and water activities. The Great Lake Walkway can also be accessed right in front of the house for walking and cycling alongside the lake.

Several other amenities are within easy walking distance such as Rainbow Point Dairy, Fish Box Takeaways and Ploughman's Restaurant (450 metres / 10-minute walk). Two Mile Boat Ramp is a short km away and the Sailing Club Bar and Restaurant 2-minute drive or a 15-minute walk along the lakefront.

This cottage is ideally suited to couples, families and small groups who are looking for a peaceful stay with beautiful views and basic accommodation close to the lake.
Camping up to a maximum of four extra people may also be available in summer for NZD25 extra per person per night (subject to enquiry and approval when booking)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.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Conveniences include a microwave and a washing machine.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Bachcare Holiday Homes

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1130 sq ft (105 sq m)

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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

The J Bach Rainbow Point Bach
The J Bach - Rainbow Point Holiday Bach Taupo
The J Bach - Rainbow Point Holiday Bach Private vacation home
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Lakeview Cottage - Rainbow Point Holiday Home Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Margot D.

Terrible experience beware
When we arrived we couldn't get into the property as the lockbox code provided was incorrect. We were stranded outside in the freezing cold with our 5 year old at 10:00pm and they couldn’t get hold of the property manager to let us in. We were on the phone for over an hour. We then had to find a room in a hotel to stay the night, until we were then let in, the next the morning. It has been one week since this happened, and after multiple emails and numerous phone calls, they still are not responding, refunding me, or giving me any clarity in how they will resolve this issue. Their blatant disregard to their customers is appalling. Be warned. Do not book this bach.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old Bach Charm
We loved the character of the Bach and it suited our needs perfectly. Lovely spot just outside of Taupo.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Rainbow Point Old School Bach
We loved it here would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Dot H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Bach
Double bed very comfortable The shower was very poor. Decor tired but it was comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Deirdre N.

Nice location but not comfortable
Nice but not comfy
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Lou, Auckland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Peaceful and welcoming. Old kiwi style holiday bach, tidy and well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Rachel I.

Rainbow point
Location fantastic! Batch needs an update of furniture. An outside table should be supplied. Shower pressure pretty bad. The view is amazing! Neighbour on the left driving up to the house lovely!! Gave us fresh venison and gives fresh trout caught from his boat!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Derek H., Crow'snest pass

Beautiful view but lacking
There were some issues with our stay. This place needs some upkeep and although it seems heirloom to the owners we don't have the same attachment and this view it on a totally different level. The place was tidy when we arrived but sub par rental for $$$ a night we would expect washer and dryer, updated kitchen and bathroom and a better heat source than a propane can heater that comes with a warning. It was a cute place with a nice view but that was the extent of it. Homeowners were lovely to deal with. Sorry for this review but at $$$ a night we feel we overpaid.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Andre E.

Small bach, well located on Lake Taupo
Ideal spot with beautiful views of the lake. Just a short walk to the lakeside walkway, which is great for running a dog and for children. Good for splashing in the water! Spoilt by no hot water on the first night and hopeless hot water pressure throughout the stay. Desperately needs an upgrade to a mains pressure hot water cylinder.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Phillip W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little basic batch for the family.
Clean and tidy, basic but suited our needs. Great location, quiet and close to the lake and walkway. Would definitely consider booking in the future for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Kolinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
No proper hot water system
Good experience but we really dont like the water system. Hot and cold water not mixing so we have to take extemly hot shower or ice cold shower. Need to fix it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little kiwi bach
Lovely property overlooking the water. Suitable for a family or a couple. Nice quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little bach
Bach was very tidy and despite the cold weather the two heaters heated up the main room nicely- would stay again, great views, good hand location to Taupo but also quiet and has a secluded feel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019