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Pencarrow Lodge - Classic Kiwi Bach, close to Lake

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Rainbow Point, Taupo
  • Taupo Hot Springs
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Spa Thermal Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Pencarrow Lodge - Classic Kiwi Bach, close to Lake

Escape to this large 2-story Bach, perfect for a family getaway!
With plenty of room for everyone and offering views of the lake and mountains, making it an ideal retreat for fun and relaxation.

Featuring five spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, this home can accommodate various bedding configurations to suit your needs. During the chilly winter months, gather around the cozy log fire and enjoy the company of loved ones while watching TV or a movie on the DVD player. Also offering a child-friendly environment with a safety gate for the stairs, a porta cot, and a highchair available. There is a wood burner fire and balcony with climbing hazards which may not be suitable for toddlers.

We welcome an outside dog, as the backyard is fenced. With ample off-street parking for boats and cars, getting to and from the nearby lake and boat ramp is a breeze. Need to grab some essentials? There's a dairy, takeaway, and licensed restaurant just down the street.

The home has Five bedrooms offering various bedding configurations and two bathrooms.
• Bedroom 1 (Upstairs): 1 Queen Size Bed
• Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): 1 Queen Size Bed
• Bedroom 3 (Downstairs): 1 Queen Size Bed
• Bedroom 4 (Downstairs): 2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5 (Downstairs): 1 Single and 1 Bunk bed

This is a classic Kiwi Bach as we know and love, it is a simple and affordable shared home with no frills, made for families to enjoy and make lasting memories of Great Lake Taupō. For this reason, there may be a level of personal belongings.

NOTE: Under Kiwi Bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels) or use our hire service. If you wish to add the linen hire of $15 per person, please let us know in the comments section.

We want to ensure our guests respect our neighbors by keeping noise levels to a minimum. This is a family home in a quiet residential area, not suitable for large groups of adults. An additional guest surcharge applies for more than 8 people.

Come and experience the beauty of Great Lake Taupō in this welcoming family bach.
When making a booking request please include information on the age range of the guests intending to stay and your plans for while you are in Taupō.

We have a strict no large group or parties policy, disruption to the neighbours will not be tolerated. If we are notified of parties or illegal activity you will be evicted.

You will be required to complete a check in form prior to arrival (excluding identity verified, Airbnb accounts) which will include a copy of your ID and the details of all guests intending to stay at the property. Failure to complete this form will result in the booking being cancelled.

The guest named on the booking is responsible for the property for the duration of the stay and must take all reasonable care of the house. For breakages or damages be aware that you will be charged for the repair or replacement plus a 10% handling fee. It's your responsibility to familiarise yourself with potential hazards or situations during the stay and take appropriate care or actions if needed.

All properties must be left reasonably clean and tidy, ensuring all furniture and appliances are returned to where they were. A general service clean is included, but if the property requires extra cleaning, you could be charged an additional $50.00 per hour, this includes BBQ’s, excess rubbish, soiled linen and odour removal.

All bookings are accepted on the basis that you have read, understand, and agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions and House Rules.

Property manager

TaupoHolidayHomes
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
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

About the area

Taupo

Located in Rainbow Point, a neighbourhood in Taupo, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. The Landing Lake Taupo and Taupo Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park. A.C. Baths and Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley are also worth visiting.
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Rainbow Point, Taupo

What's nearby

  • The Landing Lake Taupo - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Fish Box - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pencarrow Lodge - Classic Kiwi Bach, close to Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pencarrow Lodge - Classic Kiwi Bach, close to Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pencarrow Lodge - Classic Kiwi Bach, close to Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pencarrow Lodge - Classic Kiwi Bach, close to Lake located?

Located in Rainbow Point, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Three Mile Bay and Lake Taupo. Four Mile Bay and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Awesome place to stay! Perfect location and nice short walk to lake. The house had everything we needed for a group of 9, family and friends. Thanks for a great stay 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Good house for large group. Some things getting a bit past their useby date, but on the whole we were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family weekend getaway
Good location not too far from town, perfect for what we needed as a large extended family group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Enjoyed our stay, nice view. Close to shops etc. definitely recommend 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dee L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for the whole family
Good sized house for the whole family, the fur baby included.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Finley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Cool spot close to lake
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo D., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top find
This was our second stay here and we were very happy to return. The new couch just makes this place super comfy and this is our ideal bach. Very close to the part of the lake we like hang, swim, walk and cycle. The bach is dog friendly and not far from the off leash area of the lake (3 Mile Bay). It is spacious with bedrooms upstairs and downstairs too.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday stay
Great stay, pleasant quiet area, nice views. Comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kylie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property
The whole process was easy, the house was beautiful and our whanau enjoyed our stay. We would definately rent this home again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane O.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great place plenty of toom
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Milly B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely a great house for a big family
Great surroundings & views of the mountain, lake is very close to the house. Definitely would book this property again for a large group/family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kunkka L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good for money
Got everything we need. Got what we have paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place.
Great location and property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Denise R., Tully, Queensland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and comfortable, close to lots of attractions
Nice cozy place, a few things need attention but property manager was excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home for time together... and apart
8 adults, 2 kids - Clean home, well set up - long weekend was full of shared kai in well stocked kitchen and dining areas. Smaller groups of us chilled out on 2 seperate small decks. Room separations allowed for recharging time. A short car ride to eateries, markets, sky diving and lake activities. Great house, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

George W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
Just what we were after. Plenty of space, great location and it had everything we wanted. Privileged to be allowed to share a family batch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Derek S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay thank you
Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

KAY H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Winter in Taupo
An excellent choice for a winter or summer holiday. Well placed to access all the highlights of the region. Comfortable, warm, spacious accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samara M., Hamilton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snow trip
Had a great time staying at the house, had plenty of room to move around and have our own space when needed. Children loved it. One comment we have is just keeping up maintenance of the house, other then that had ama awesome time :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was even nice than expectations and had great character.
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Charnchai K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pencarow Lodge
The location is great and suited our group well in terms of size, especially the lounge area. The top bunk bed is only suitable for children as the ladder is very close to the wall. Also, only 2 and a bit rolls of toilet paper were supplied for 11 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Ian D., Lower Hutt

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taupo - large house
great for a big family or group with a great location and good parking Lounge area and decking great - needed when temperature was over 28 - but no obvious air con
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Debra B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rainbow Drive
A great sized home in a great location. Very comfortable. Could do with a bug bomb and repairs on the back porch and stairs that are unstable. We'll definately be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Liz C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taupo get together
Great house for large group. Looking a bit tired, furniture in lounge past its use buy date. Bedrooms all well furnished. Overall a good weekend for the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

6/10 Okay

Jan

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Taupo Bach Disappointingly Serviced
The house was very poorly serviced. The house is old and is very tired but that was accepted. What was not accepted was the very poor servicing. The supply of consumables (soaps, kindling etc) was very poor - what liquid soap there was in the main handbasin had even been diluted!!! Overall we were very disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

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