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Escape to Te Kuru Cabin, a tranquil retreat nestled in native greenery near Pukawa Bay. Relax by the fireplace or lounge on the sundeck with a BBQ, perfect for alfresco meals as the sun sets. With a dishwasher and TV, this cabin offers easy holiday living.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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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.

Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home

Nearby the lake and less than an hour drive from Whakapapa Ski Field is where you will find Te Kuru Cabin - a place to escape from it all and enjoy your Pukawak Bay holiday!

Te Kuru Cabin is a tucked away and surrounded by native greenery, creating a private escape for your next trip to Pukawa Bay. Whether it is Summer or Winter this cabin is fitted with all the essentials you might need for easy holiday living, including a dishwasher and TV.

Sit by the fireplace to keep you toasty and warm at the end of a day spent on the mountain, or lounge out on the sundeck, equipped with a BBQ, to enjoy those alfresco meals as the sun goes down. If you fancy some trout fishing be sure to head the Tongariro River and try to catch something fresh for the BBQ.

This laid-back getaway is an easy option for families and couples, within a 10-minute walk to the boat ramp and lake edge. Spend your days on the water, enjoy strolls along the lake edge, soaking in the Tokaanu Hot Pools or for the more adventurous of you there is the Tongariro Crossing.

Make Te Kuru Cabin your home away from home!
Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether 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

About the area

Pukawa is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupō can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to River Vineyard. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Pukawa travel guide
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Pukawa Bay, Lake Taupo

What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park
    Tongariro National Park
    13 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Kuratau Jetty
    3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    8 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    12 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre
    14 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thyme For Food
    12 min drive
  • Rust
    12 min drive
  • Hydro Eatery
    12 min drive
  • Delta Coffee
    12 min drive
  • Turangi Tavern
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home located?

Situated in Pukawa, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lake Taupō and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Kuratau Jetty. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro National Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Te Kuru Cabin - Pukawa Bay Holiday Home Reviews

Reviews

Very good

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

7.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marji M.

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

Cozy and Just Fantastic!

The property was just as advertised. We had such a pleasant stay. Everything we needed is available. The bed was nice and comfy. It felt like our home away from home. The location was pretty handy too. It wasn't too far from either ski field and was so close to Turangi for groceries and gas. It's a shame we didn't stay longer and the weather wasn't so great. We could have explored the lakeside and surrounding areas more! Definitely worth a come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pukawa is a beautiful place to stay. We enjoyed our stay in a rustic kiwi bach with a big deck surrounded by native trees and lots of local Tūī and Kererū to keep us entertained. It’s only a 5 min walk down to the Lake where there is a beautiful sheltered beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Heni B.

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

Winter snow trip

We stayed in this cosy little home for two nights during the winter. We comfortably stayed with 5 adults and 3 children. With wood included in the price of our stay, the house was warm and cosy and was in close range to the tongariro alpine crossing and turangi is 15min drive away if you require anything. We enjoyed our stay and the kids loved the big bunk beds. Thank you for having us! We’ll be back if we are ever down that way again 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Chrissie B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Unclean and poor communication.

We arrived to an unclean property, with spiders and cobwebs everywhere. No manual about what was expected of us, the area, rubbish info etc. Boat parked in carport so no room except for road for ours. Lots of items in pantry 3-5 years expired. Paid for linen but none. Person came second day but too late. A refund for that and a clean at a minimum is expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate A.

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

Peaceful location

Homely bach, very tranquil spot. If you have young kids, and are planning to stay in winter, be aware there is no fire safety guard for the wood burner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy P.

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

Great to be back.

This is the second time we have stayed here, it is a great place for two families, a beautiful location and very comfortable. We skied, biked, walked and swam. We were especially grateful for Katarina's help. When we ran out of firewood she was very quick to arrange a delivery of more wood. We would love to stay again and highly recommend the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
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8/10 Good

Elmien S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Amazing birdlife

What a lovely spot in the bush! We enjoyed the location and the quietness of the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke B.

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

Great

Great would reccomend to anyone. Clean, new furnishings and cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Lol B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely bach

Great little bach. This was in a lovely, quiet location with lots of greenery and bunnies around. It felt private even though there were other houses close by. It was lovely for a winter holiday with the log fire. There was a gorgeous beach just down the road, and it wasn’t far to Turangi and Whakapapa for skiing. We’d love to come back, maybe a summer trip mext time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen K.

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

Pukawa bay

Overall had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019