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Kinloch - On the Lake's Doorstep

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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3 bedrooms, free WiFi - Kinloch - On the Lake's Doorstep (Acacia Bay)
Escape to beautiful Kinloch and unwind at this cosy two-bedroom holiday bach. Take a short walk to the lakefront, explore the private reserve, or simply relax on the spacious deck overlooking nature.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Kinloch - On the Lake's Doorstep

Very tidy fully furnished cosy two bedroom holiday bach situated in beautiful Kinloch. The property also has a standalone cabin with a double bed. Available for short term rental.

Just a short walk to the lakefront and shop. The property is fully fenced and very private with deck overlooking the Kinloch reserve. A peaceful and private setting for a getaway holiday!

This Kinloch bach includes cosy and compact open plan kitchen / living, one queen bedroom, and small second bedroom with bunks. The cabin has a double bed. Blankets and duvets provided but need to bring own sheets, pillowcases, and shower towels please.

Brand new bathroom and laundry with spacious decking at the rear of the property to relax and enjoy a BBQ.

Enjoy your stay in Kinloch - a beautiful and peaceful spot just a 20 minute drive from Taupo!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 861 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guests required to bring own linen (sheets, pillowcases, and towels). Blankets and duvets provided.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Second bedroom has bunks suitable for children

Events

No events allowed

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Kinloch Lake's Doorstep House Acacia Bay
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Kinloch On The Lake's Doorstep
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About the area

Map
Acacia Bay, Waikato

What's nearby

  • The Kinloch Club - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lake Taupō - 17 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa - 19 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Huka Falls - 20 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 22 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kinloch General Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪L'Arte Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Crouton Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Tipsy Trout - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Kinloch Club - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kinloch - On the Lake's Doorstep pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Kinloch - On the Lake's Doorstep?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kinloch - On the Lake's Doorstep?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kinloch - On the Lake's Doorstep?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kinloch - On the Lake's Doorstep located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from The Kinloch Club and within 16 miles (25 km) of Spa Thermal Park and Lake Taupō. Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Kinloch - On the Lake's Doorstep Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Place was clean roomy plenty of facility items Private grt back yard seats shower amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recharge weekend

Great spot, a very well stocked bach, walking distance to the lake. Great parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is a great place to stay. One if best equipped batches we’ve stayed at.

Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great v weekend getaway t

Close to lake. Everything needed was in the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

awesome place .. had everything you need.. and tidy... looking forward to staying again soon..

good location..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location for relaxed getaway

Perfect location, close to Lake, trails and shop. Great set up for a low key getaway. Host was great with communication and house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect wee getaway!

Excellent property in a perfect location. Loved our stay here, will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Caroline F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great, affordable spot

Convenient spot to explore the area:)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent spot close to the lake... lovely and quiet

House was spotlessly clean... very cosy... super close to the lake.... and very quiet.... would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favourite place

Always a lovely place to stay.Thankyou.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

Great location. Clean & tidy, well furnished and supplied. Lovely outdoor area. Easy & relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Tidy, modern and such a great location. Just a short walk down to the bay, and not far from Taupo either. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful spot

We enjoyed our stay here immensely, it was beautifully clean and a perfect spot to walk to the lake. We’ll love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Simon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Kinloch Hideaway

Nice place to stay, small but more than adequate.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic holiday bach

We had the best time here - it was such a relaxing place to stay. Everything was clean and tidy and the facilities were modern and cosy. The deck was a dream with comfy couches and a beautiful view to the reserve below. So close to the lake and the Kinloch store. Will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

This is our second time staying here. We love it, so handy to the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

judy e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for biking

We loved our stay here, great base for biking day trips - really spoilt for choice in this area! And how perfect, a swim afterwards in the lake. Lots of quiet spots for walking and swimming in your doorstep.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent fit-out and perfect location

We really enjoyed our 2 days here despite the cool weather. The kitchen was amazing and had lots of extras. The only negative is that there is no table although there is one folding one outside that can be used.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Very close to the lake and the Kinloch Store.It was the perfect base for attending the Kinloch Triathlon Festival.Very clean and comfortable.Would definitely stay here again.Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

The property had everything we needed and a perfect spot to easily enjoy the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Stay

Great spot no too far from the lake and marina. Property has great kitchen, bathroom & laundry facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Very comfortable, clean, quiet, cosy place with all facilities. Great location next to park. Very short walk to lake and shop. Convenient to local bike trails. We had a great stay here, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Kinloch location

Walking distance to the lake and general store. Very cosy and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

accommodation while attending kinloch craft market

Suited our requirements perfectly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

philippa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

A great location and perfect. Nice to have a clean place to stay in. Thanks heaps and we will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024