Peace, tranquility and privacy are unfortunately becoming elusive. Most of us get so involved in the effort of realizing our dreams that we forget to live. Though it is commendable to work hard for your dreams yet it should not come at the expense of your physical and psychological well being. Every now and then you must escape the chaos and your busy life and subject yourself to the therapy of nature. Kuratau, a small village beside Lake Taupo in New Zealand happens to be the perfect place for such a getaway. Surrounded by native flora and fauna, you are bound to feel relaxed and rejuvenated. Here are 10 Bookabach holiday homes in Kuratau, New Zealand, that you can choose from.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Centrally located modern cottage (from USD 126)
This is a three-bedroom and one bathroom house that can accommodate up to six people. It has a fully equipped kitchen and other facilities like a television, stereo, washing machine, fireplace, to ensure a comfortable stay for the guests. Outside, it has a lawn, a grill for barbecue and a deck to sunbathe. Besides, it is located in a tranquil setting where the guests can enjoy peace amidst nature. Despite a reclusive disposition, the house is centrally located with restaurants, thermal pools, supermarkets and shops in close range. The Whakapapa Skifields is just a 40-minute-drive away and Tongariro River can be reached after a 20-minute drive. You can walk or cycle along the river or do fishing. A golf course and a climbing wall are also in close vicinity.
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Such a wonderful little place a true treasureThe standard of cleanliness is excellent - it really feels like a home away from home Ideal location for our familyThe cottage was very clean tidy and comfortable and had all that you would need in a home away from homeModern clean and really comfortable place to stay :-)The property is so well appointed & comfortableCleanliness:
Very clean and tidy house and propertyThe location was perfect for both adults and young childrenHost:
Gorgeous property absolutely spotlessly cleanGreat little set up super tidy and felt very welcomingWas very homely clean and the gas fire was absolutely lovelyBeautifully presented place very well fitted out lovely and clean plenty of space and nice and warm Handy to all amenities Would definitely recommendBeautifully presented place very well fitted out lovely and clean plenty of space and nice and warm Handy to all amenities Would definitely recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
Cool little place in a convenient locationThe "Little Treasure" is in a beautiful location with magnificent bird lifeThis is a great location if you're interested in hiking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing about 30 minutes from the parking lot at the end of the hikeLovely quiet tidy and clean bach - always a restful place to stay A great place to explore the Kuratau/Omori area and everything you needEasy drive to popular activities but far enough away to feel like your all alone Would be back again
2. Holiday home with a fully equipped kitchen (from USD 175)
This is a holiday home that has four bedrooms and one bathroom and it can accommodate up to nine people. The house has a balcony from where the guests can view the lake and the mountain. It also has a garden where you can enjoy a tranquil moment with a book. There are a plethora of activities outside that guests can enjoy, like boating, fishing, water skiing and visiting the Tongariro crossing. Besides, the house also has all the amenities for a comfortable and entertaining stay for the guests. It has a TV, hot tub, a fully equipped kitchen and toys like kayaks, windsurfer, bikes, tennis rackets, a trampoline and many more.
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We loved our 6 night stay here with plenty of space and room for the 5 of usA very comfortable and easy layoutThe house is well equipped with everything you need and the outdoor seating is very nicegreat house comfortable beds andComfortable and clean plenty of space Fantastic that we were able to use the canoes and bikes Thoroughly enjoyed our time in Kuratau Thank youCleanliness:
House was clean & tidy and the beds lovely and comfortableMary was in full contact ensuring everything went wellSo clean and tidy with everything you needThe house had everything we needed and moreThe house is immaculately presented beautifully decorated and Mary was a fantastic host Highly recommendedHost:
Mary is a great communicator and very helpfulGreat home for a family holiday has all you need plenty of beds warm and cozy spa pool and very close to the lakeClose to the lake and loads of toys to play with Great to find such a nice cosy dog friendly housePerfect location for our young family an easy quick stroll to the beach So well equipped with canoes and other toys and equipmentThe Toy shed was also used to keep the kids amused with bikes balls & a game of hoopla Thanks for the stay Would recommend property to othersRead more reviewsLocation:
short 1min walk to lake parkBeautiful location surrounded by lovely gardens and native birdsA great property in an excellent locationMary was very efficient and helpfulA fantastic place to get away from it all
3. House with lake view (from USD 154)
This is a three-bedroom and one bathroom house that can accommodate up to six people. It is situated right in front of the lake and it provides its guests with exquisite views of it from the kitchen window and the lounge. Also, the lawn of this house ends in a sandy shore along the lake. Apart from such a breathtaking location, the house also has a plethora of amenities to ensure comfort for the guests like air conditioning, heating, a washer and dryer, entertainment facilities like a television, stereo and DVD player. It also has a fully equipped kitchen.
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The heat pump keeps it cosy if it cools down and the fishing is greatWe had a really good time relaxing and cooking at the bach on a long rainy weekend It is well equipped and has everything you need to cook for a group of peopleA proper Bach Very comfortableA proper Bach Very comfortableLocation awesome for a fishing trip easy access to ramp and easy to park boat on beach in view of bach during dayCleanliness:
Thanks for sharing your bach with us :-)Host:
great property with great views of the lakes and mountainsBenedict was a lovely hostClassic kiwi bach which for us was nostalgic (with an AC and dishwasher)Warm comfortable and a great locationThis place had thee most stunning views of the lake while still being nice and secluded and shelteredRead more reviewsLocation:
An iconic kiwi bach in a fantastic location right on the lake edgeWe also enjoyed the views and walks along the lake just across the beautiful gardenThis properyy deserves 5 stars because its comfortable affordable and has all we need in a fantastic location Couldn't ask for more ??????A stones throw to the lake and a short drive to get kapiti ice creamsThe lake was 1 minutes walk away and had a luxurious sandy beach and great boat ramp Plenty of books on lots of book shelfs to curl up and flick through on the deck too
4. Holiday home with a lawn (from USD 67)
This is a three-bedroom and one bathroom house, that can accommodate up to ten people. This two-story house has all the general facilities like heating, a fireplace, telephone, washing machine, clothes dryer, etc. It has a moderately equipped kitchen, balcony, and lawn attached to the house. Indoor entertainment is provided by a television, DVD player, games and stereo, and it is surrounded by a plethora of outdoor activities. The house is centrally located where the river, children’s playgrounds, and tennis courts are just a five-minute walk away. Kayak rentals are available just across the road. The Tokaanu thermal pools and Turangi can be reached within 15 minutes. A local cafe and two wineries are just a short distance away. Taupo lake is a 40-minute drive away while the Whakapapa ski field can be reached in 45 minutes.
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it is pleasing to find a new oven a soda stream a modern tv and nice tidy furnitureenough space for all of us and everything we needed for a comfortable stayCleanliness:
excellent bach neat and cleanwe really enjoyed our stay the property was very neat and cleangreat place spacious living area great wood burner very warmHost:
the owner is fantastic to deal with and obviously cares a great deal about ensuring her guests are happyRead more reviewsLocation:
this place suited us perfectlythe property is in a great location it is roomy light and very well presentedlove staying here short walk to the lake bach has everything we need for a comfortable staywe had such a fantastic time being able to walk to the lake and exploregreat place for a family holiday well equiped peaceful handy to walk till the lake
5. Cottage amidst nature (from USD 183)
This is a three-bedroom and two bathroom house, that can accommodate up to seven people. The guests can find all the general facilities here like a heater, washer and dryer, garage, internet and many more. A moderately equipped kitchen can be utilized by the guests to prepare some of their favorite dishes. Indoor entertainment comes in the form of a television and stereo. The property is surrounded by native bushes, shrubs and birds, and provides the much-needed peace and privacy. Guests can also enjoy lake views as the lake is nearby.
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Very nice terrasse and view at the lake quitGreat views and great access to the water Plenty of room for friends and familyCleanliness:
Beautiful views and clean and tidy propertyRead more reviewsHost:
Lovely Bach nicely appointed beautiful lake and bush view Convenient location for us
6. House surrounded by nature (from USD 195)
This is a house that has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and it can accommodate up to eight people. It features all the general facilities like internet, heating, a washer and dryer, a fireplace, hair dryer and many more. It has a moderately equipped kitchen and entertainment is looked after by a television, stereo, DVD player, games and video library. The property is situated in a cul de sac, surrounded by native flora and fauna. The open floor plan of this house along with large French windows allows the guests to experience the peace and tranquility afforded by nature.
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fan heaters and sunshine streaming meant it was a warm and comfortable propertyThe place looked exactly as it did in the picturesAlso the place was smaller than we expected from the photographs and the fact that it sleeps 8nice and easy checkin and relaxing stay - house has everything you need and more Had a great stayThe beds were comfortable and it was a cozy place to spend eveningsCleanliness:
It was immaculately clean and well equippedHost:
the heat pump had the temperature most welcoming in the Winter Monique was great with her contactExtremely well equipped Great kitchenHome from home with all the comfortsA warm property as the heating is superbso very warm very comfortable furnishings and the kiddies loved the spa bathRead more reviewsLocation:
Idyllic setting surrounded by natureA bit of a walk to the lake but manageable Near to a bush walkGreat location to our activities Would have loved to stay longer and explore the surrounding areaNice house with a lovely locationbut there's a nice walk through the bush at the end of the driveway that takes you down Very thoughtfully kitted out for guests
Escape the chaos of daily life
Everybody needs to escape the chaos of daily life once in a while, especially those people living in the city and living very busy lives. It is required for unwinding and psychological well being. Kuratau is one such place nestled amidst nature. Take a trip there on your next vacation.
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