6 Best Bookabach Holiday Homes In Kuratau, New Zealand

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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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32.24 km (20.1 mi) from Taupo Tandem Skydiving
40 reviews  
House 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Such a wonderful little place a true treasure
The standard of cleanliness is excellent - it really feels like a home away from home Ideal location for our family
The cottage was very clean tidy and comfortable and had all that you would need in a home away from home
Modern clean and really comfortable place to stay :-)
The property is so well appointed & comfortable
Cleanliness:
Very clean and tidy house and property
The location was perfect for both adults and young children
Host:
Gorgeous property absolutely spotlessly clean
Great little set up super tidy and felt very welcoming
Was very homely clean and the gas fire was absolutely lovely
Beautifully presented place very well fitted out lovely and clean plenty of space and nice and warm Handy to all amenities Would definitely recommend
Beautifully presented place very well fitted out lovely and clean plenty of space and nice and warm Handy to all amenities Would definitely recommend
Location:
Cool little place in a convenient location
The "Little Treasure" is in a beautiful location with magnificent bird life
This 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 hike
Lovely quiet tidy and clean bach - always a restful place to stay A great place to explore the Kuratau/Omori area and everything you need
Easy drive to popular activities but far enough away to feel like your all alone Would be back again
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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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31.72 km (19.8 mi) from Taupo Tandem Skydiving
117 reviews   Wifi Available
House 9 Guests 4 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 9
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
We loved our 6 night stay here with plenty of space and room for the 5 of us
A very comfortable and easy layout
The house is well equipped with everything you need and the outdoor seating is very nice
great house comfortable beds and
Comfortable and clean plenty of space Fantastic that we were able to use the canoes and bikes Thoroughly enjoyed our time in Kuratau Thank you
Cleanliness:
House was clean & tidy and the beds lovely and comfortable
Mary was in full contact ensuring everything went well
So clean and tidy with everything you need
The house had everything we needed and more
The house is immaculately presented beautifully decorated and Mary was a fantastic host Highly recommended
Host:
Mary is a great communicator and very helpful
Great home for a family holiday has all you need plenty of beds warm and cozy spa pool and very close to the lake
Close to the lake and loads of toys to play with Great to find such a nice cosy dog friendly house
Perfect location for our young family an easy quick stroll to the beach So well equipped with canoes and other toys and equipment
The 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 others
Location:
short 1min walk to lake park
Beautiful location surrounded by lovely gardens and native birds
A great property in an excellent location
Mary was very efficient and helpful
A fantastic place to get away from it all
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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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31.87 km (19.8 mi) from Taupo Tandem Skydiving
108 reviews  
House 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The heat pump keeps it cosy if it cools down and the fishing is great
We 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 people
A proper Bach Very comfortable
A proper Bach Very comfortable
Location awesome for a fishing trip easy access to ramp and easy to park boat on beach in view of bach during day
Cleanliness:
Thanks for sharing your bach with us :-)
Host:
great property with great views of the lakes and mountains
Benedict was a lovely host
Classic kiwi bach which for us was nostalgic (with an AC and dishwasher)
Warm comfortable and a great location
This place had thee most stunning views of the lake while still being nice and secluded and sheltered
Location:
An iconic kiwi bach in a fantastic location right on the lake edge
We also enjoyed the views and walks along the lake just across the beautiful garden
This 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 creams
The 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
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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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Kuratau, Turangi, NZ
31.75 km (19.8 mi) from Taupo Tandem Skydiving
36 reviews  
House 10 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
it is pleasing to find a new oven a soda stream a modern tv and nice tidy furniture
enough space for all of us and everything we needed for a comfortable stay
Cleanliness:
excellent bach neat and clean
we really enjoyed our stay the property was very neat and clean
great place spacious living area great wood burner very warm
Host:
the owner is fantastic to deal with and obviously cares a great deal about ensuring her guests are happy
Location:
this place suited us perfectly
the property is in a great location it is roomy light and very well presented
love staying here short walk to the lake bach has everything we need for a comfortable stay
we had such a fantastic time being able to walk to the lake and explore
great place for a family holiday well equiped peaceful handy to walk till the lake
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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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33.92 km (21.1 mi) from Taupo Tandem Skydiving
5 reviews   Wifi Available
cottage 7 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 7
Minimum Nights: 0
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Very nice terrasse and view at the lake quit
Great views and great access to the water Plenty of room for friends and family
Cleanliness:
Beautiful views and clean and tidy property
Host:
Lovely Bach nicely appointed beautiful lake and bush view Convenient location for us
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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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34.4 km (21.4 mi) from Taupo Tandem Skydiving
28 reviews   Wifi Available
cottage 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 0
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
fan heaters and sunshine streaming meant it was a warm and comfortable property
The place looked exactly as it did in the pictures
Also the place was smaller than we expected from the photographs and the fact that it sleeps 8
nice and easy checkin and relaxing stay - house has everything you need and more Had a great stay
The beds were comfortable and it was a cozy place to spend evenings
Cleanliness:
It was immaculately clean and well equipped
Host:
the heat pump had the temperature most welcoming in the Winter Monique was great with her contact
Extremely well equipped Great kitchen
Home from home with all the comforts
A warm property as the heating is superb
so very warm very comfortable furnishings and the kiddies loved the spa bath
Location:
Idyllic setting surrounded by nature
A bit of a walk to the lake but manageable Near to a bush walk
Great location to our activities Would have loved to stay longer and explore the surrounding area
Nice house with a lovely location
but there's a nice walk through the bush at the end of the driveway that takes you down Very thoughtfully kitted out for guests
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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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