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Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake

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Kowhai Cottage is set in 1 acre of gardens
Outdoor dining
Kowhai Cottage - Pet and kid friendly
Elevated view from garden to surrounding hills
Garden with glimpses of the lake from cottage

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 577 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Pukawa Bay, Taupo
  • Lake Taupo
    3 min drive
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    6 min drive
  • Kuratau Jetty
    9 min drive
  • Taupo (TUO)
    48 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

Master bedroom (King)

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake

Finalist Golden Piwas 2014 - Best Pet Friendly Bach - Abundant native bird life

Relaxing, rural retreat set in one acre of gardens, with resident tui, kereru and bellbird. Beautifully presented two bedroom cottage with glimpses of Lake Taupo through the trees. Perfect for couples, small families and pets (by arrangement). Covered, secure deck area for pets during the day, and 1 acre of grounds to explore.

Just minutes from Tokanuu thermal pools, Pukawa beach and Kauratau boat ramp. Swimming areas, fishing spots, hiking, kayaking, horse riding and hunting trails are all close by. 10 minutes to Lake House restaurant at Waihi Village, 2 minutes to Oreti Restaurant, 12 minutes to Turangi, 40 mins to Whakapapa skifield.

Cosy log fire, fully equipped kitchen (incl. dishwasher), dining areas outside and inside, family games, toys, DVD, TV, stereo. Shower, bath. Expansive decks for sun and views of surrounding countryside.

King bed, and single over double bunk beds. Day bed in lounge. Sleepout with queen bed. Extra squabs and portacot for kids. Electric blankets, pillows, blankets provided. Linen (sheets, towels) and cleaning service available on request (extra charge).

The grounds provide plenty of space for parking and for play. The garden is planted with fruit, native and exotic trees for shade and autumn colour, two ponds and plantings attracting bird life - native bush nearby is home to tui, bellbird and wood pigeon that can be seen at close range in the trees from the elevated cottage.

A truly magical place and base for adventure for you next stay at the lake or visit to the mountains.
Special conditions:

- High season rates (no discounts) applies to all public holidays, plus minimum stay period (4 nights) over Christmas, New Year and Easter.
- Smoking allowed outside only.
- Pets by arrangement.

Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$80.00 per stay/week); Linen (Optional, NZ$25.00 per person);

Property manager

Paul

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Swamp/pond gates to be closed, no fire guard

Events

No events allowed
No parties or events.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
De-Flea/worm/vaccinations prior please

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties or events.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kuratau

Located in Kuratau, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupo and Tongariro National Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Map
Pukawa Bay, Taupo

What's nearby

  • Lake Taupo - 3 min drive
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 6 min drive
  • Kuratau Jetty - 9 min drive
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 10 min drive
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Floating Rock Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Golden Crust Pizza - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Kowhai Cottage Pukawa - Pet friendly at the lake located?

This family-friendly Kuratau holiday home is located in a rural location, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Taupo, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kuratau Jetty and Tokaanu Thermal Pools. Tongariro National Park and Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ros S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Lovely quiet spot
We really enjoyed staying here, nice and quiet and out of the way. Loved that we could bring our dog too. Cosy spot
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax
A lovely clean cottage well setup. Our dog loved her stay and our highlight was cooking a barbeque on the outdoor fire
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bliss
A wondeful long weekend stay. The property was in a quiet secluded area complete with all the amenities to ensure a relaxing time. I highly recommend this place for familys with children, couples or anyone who just wants to get away from "it all".
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillippa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely relaxing holiday
We enjoyed our stay here. It had everything we needed. It was very comfortable amd clean. Such a relaxing and peaceful location. Great boat parking. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

werner s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Cozy, relaxing and very comfortable. Will be back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Road trip
Private, quiet and relaxing. The weather was awful but the fire, books and board games made the stay lovely. The only disappointment was the empty hand wash, detergent, tea etc and coffee beans for the coffee maker which I had asked about and was told was supplied.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

athol b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Location
Lovely location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie G., Hamilton, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hardy Pukawa Property in Gusting 90km winds
We had a great time with our 2 greyhounds. The property was fully fenced so secure for our sighthounds. The house is definitely cosy with a lovely Kent type fire and an abundance of wood. The house was tested weather wise as we had the most foul weather front with gusting 90km winds. The house stood up to it as did the surrounding trees. Definitely a good property to relax at or yo use as a base for water-based activities or to head to the snow. Definitely worth another visit……maybe in the summer :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sylvie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy bach
Cosy kiwi bach in a lovely setting. Handy to Taupo and Turangi and close to Pukawa bay with a nice bush walk. Well stocked, good cleanliness. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot
We had a lovely stay. The property seems well fenced so our dog had a blast exploring to find pine cones and tennis balls while we read books on the deck in the sun. We also enjoyed the short drive to the lake for a swim. Would recommend and hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Kowhai Cottage. We loved that it was so close to the event we attended.
We enjoyed our break away, and it was so peaceful. It was an awesome experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, quiet and peaceful.
Great for our dog and well fenced. Lots of space for the boat. Loved it and hope to stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely warm, cozy and clean place to stay
Great location for what we were wanting. This place had everything that we needed. Added bonus that we could take our family dog 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
We had a lovely stay at this Bach, the fire place made it super warm and cozy. Handy location for going to whakapapa and the thermal pools we just wish we were staying longer, next time we will be😉😄
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cosy cottage
Loved the place. Cosy and warm. Nice and private. Great area. Will stay again. Cheers
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Di C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot to stay. Great we could bring the dog.
Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

kathryn t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm western Lake Taupo stay
A clean, quietly located property on the south western side of Lake Taupo a couple of minutes drive from Pukawa where we did a great lakeside walk with our dog who loved jumping into the lake. The bach has a great kent fire and wetback so hot showers after walking in bush in the rain was much appreciated. We enjoyed our stay here exploring the southern and western areas of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lodewyk J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend away to kick-start the winter in Taupo
The house is well maintained inside. The yard and house is suitable for dogs and they enjoyed every moment at the place. Would recommend for any foamily who wants a peaceful get away from the everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katrina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend away
Great weekend away, fire and bath were amazing. Had everything we needed, fantastic property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Tracey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great bach - very quiet
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trish S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice retreat
Nice relaxing setting and a beautiful home. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Pam V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage to relax in
This was our 3rd stay in Kowhai Cottage though the last time was 8 years ago. We always find it a very relaxing place with great ambience and very good amenities and the western Lake Taupo area has a lot to offer. Also great we can bring our dog along for the break.
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10/10 Excellent

Nice little spot with fire place making a warm environment to relax.
Nice little spot with fire place making a warm environment to relax.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

This is a lovely property to take the family to.
This is a lovely property to take the family to. The house is warm and cosy and the garden fantastic for the kids to play. So handy to many attractions, we loved the thermal pools and National Trout Centre and of course the ski fields! Would recommend to family and friends.

About the host

Hosted by Paul

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What makes this property unique

Peaceful rural retreat perfect for you and your family (including your pets). Just 2 minutes drive to beaches, fishing and swimming in Lake Taupo,10 minutes to Tokanuu hot pools, and 30-40 min to Whakapapa ski field. Relax on the deck in summer, explore the grounds or cosy up to the wood fire in the winter.

Languages:

English
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