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Homestay in Rangatira Park - Taupo, New Zealand

About the Homestay

Lakes and rivers Modern
  • Welcomes
  • Males
  • Females
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Students

The home is Brick built on the edge and the start of the pristine Waikato River. The river is a direct outlet from Lake Taupo. has controlled water capacity. There are many great swimming spots, one right out side your room. Our home is a short flat walk of approx 10 to 15 minutes along the river walkway to Taupo Shopping center and restaurants and lake. Along the way is native bush to view and ducks to feed lots of bird life including the sound of Tui singing in the trees. The river is a local spot for swimmers Kayakers, and the odd Trout fisherman. Also 10 to 15 min walk is Tongaria Park where concerts and events are held & Saturday markets. There are numerous walks along the river including the famous Huka falls walk. Where parts of the river are heated you can stop for a warm soak. There are ducks to feed. Taupo is a tourist town with all the adventures only a short distance away. We are also located near Spar Park & Thermal Pools & Wairakei thermal pools.
Our home comprises of 3 bedrooms all on ground level.
River View room has a very comfortable new queen size bed, Ensuite bathroom (ie in room) which includes a WC, shower, hand basin, TV, small fridge, tea coffee facilities. Microwave available. Single bed on request .
The Second bedroom is ideal for couples, family it consists of an ensuite Bathroom, Shower, WC, Vanity. Smart TV.

Our home has an open plan Kitchen, Dining, Living room with Gas fireplace for the cooler evenings all rooms lead out to a barbeque area, which has stunning River views.
Rotorua is 3/4 hour away.
Both rooms are similar located in a separate wing of the home with a separate entrance which means late nights are never a problem. Although guests are welcome to join us until approx 9.30pm

Cooked or Continental Breakfast served in our Dining Room available Friday, Saturday, Sunday , an extra cost from 8.30am.
Brown Bag Continental Breakfast is available to purchase, placed in your room. consists of.
,Juice, Toast, Muffin, Cereal, Jam, cost $5.00 per person

Additional Info

There is to be no smoking inside our home although smoking allowed out side.

Bedrooms available for booking

Minimum stay is for 2 nights

Maximum stay is for 365 nights

Available for given dates

Long stay? If you have a reoccuring schedule where days in the week do not require accommodation, you can unselect those days below. This will inform the host and reduce the price of your stay.

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River View room 2
From $33 per night
Double Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom ensuite (within room)
1 Double Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

Through the month of June and July rooms special price of 100.00

Facilities
  • TV
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Carpet / Moquette
  • Mirror
  • Fridge
 1 guest
2 guests
Nightly Price
$95
$95
Weekly Price
$250
$300
Monthly price
$1,000
$1,100
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About the Area

Our House is located in the Taupo City Centre the Bus depot a 1 1/2 km away. Guests can arrange a pick up.

Local Area Facilities
  • Tennis
  • Park
  • Gym
  • Golf
  • Swimming
  • Bowling
  • Beach
  • Cinema
  • Library
  • Museum
  • Shopping Centre
  • Amusement Park
  • Horse Stables
  • Water sports
  • Sports arena
  • Fishing
  • Restaurant
  • Bus Stop
  • Hospital

Meals

Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.

Included in the stay
  • Complimentary Light Breakfast
  • Use of Kitchen
Available on request at an extra cost
  • Full Breakfast
  • Half Board
  • Full Board
  • Packed lunch

House Rules

We have a non smoking property. Please keep noise to a minimum all food will be prepared on request. Please do not invite strangers into our home if you would like to invite a friend over just agree it with me in advance. Also please do not burn insence or candles.

Smoking Rules

Your host is a non-smoker.

Smoking is not allowed.

35 Reviews

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    England
    Age 65 - 74

    5 hearts
    February 2024

    The accommodation was immaculate and we really enjoyed our stay. The house was in a quiet idyllic spot by the river. Faye was very friendly and hospitable. We would love to stay with her again.

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    United Kingdom
    Age 65 - 74

    5 hearts
    February 2024

    A beautiful home and setting, with super views down the river. Made to feel most welcome, a lovely host looking after our every needs!! The house is clean and comfortable and good location to visit Taupo. 5 star!!!! Thanks Faye.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Faye in ,

    Thank you for the lovely review I hope you enjoy the rest of your holiday go home filled with many happy memories.
    Take Care
    Faye

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    United Kingdom
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    January 2024

    Lovely place to stay, great room and facilities in a very good location and Faye is a lovely host, highly recommend!

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    New Zealand
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    August 2023

    Faye is a lovely host who was very accommodating to my requests and made me feel very welcome. Highly recommend.

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    France
    Age 18 - 24

    5 hearts
    April 2023

    I stayed in Faye’s home for 2 nights and it was really wonderful. The room was really confortable and the morning view amazing! Faye was very accomodating for picking and dropping me up at my bus stop.
    I had a really great time in Taupo.

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    Singapore
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    February 2023

    Faye is such lovely host, place is very neat, clean and tidy. Highly recommend

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Faye in ,

    Hi Leroy
    Thank you for the nice review hope your travels are going well.
    Thanks Faye

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    Uruguay
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    December 2022

    This guest awarded the host 5 hearts but didn’t leave any comments.

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    New Zealand
    Age 35 - 44

    5 hearts
    November 2022

    Great location. Super quiet.

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    Australia
    Age 55 - 64

    5 hearts
    October 2022

    It was a very good quiet location a very nice and cozy room with everything you would expect for Faye even has a cup cake for us which is a nice touch the room is A1 condition, We would come back here again and highly recommend if you are in Taupo and thank you so much Faye it was a lovely stay

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    New Zealand
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    January 2022

    Great stay and very good hospitality. Will highly recommend to stay here. Faye has been a really kind and amazing host.
    Rooms are big with beautiful views

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Faye in ,

    Antonette was an amazing guest the place was left immaculate hope she returns in the near future.

How do I book?

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When do I pay?

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