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The Retreat

Property class: 5 and above

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water with boats and a distant cityscape.
A room with a view of the sea, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a table.
A room with a large window overlooking a body of water and trees, a bed, and a wooden wall.
A modern wooden house with large windows and a balcony, surrounded by tall trees and ferns.
A lakeside view with trees, a wooden deck, and a distant shoreline.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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31 Rutherfurd Ln, Taupo, Waikato, 3330
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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A living room with a sofa, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Chalet 1

  • Lake view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A cozy living room with a television, wicker furniture, and a view of a lake and trees.

Chalet 4

  • Lake view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A serene lakeside view with a boat, trees, and a grassy area.

Chalet 3

  • Lake view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a large mirror, and a vanity with a countertop.

Chalet 8

  • Lake view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A living room with a TV, wicker furniture, a grey sofa, and a view of the sea.

Chalet 2

  • Lake view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A lakeside view with chairs on the grassy shore, a distant shoreline, and a clear sky.

Chalet 5

  • Lake view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a window with curtains.

Chalet 7

  • Lake view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with two beds, a window with a view of trees, and a shelf with folded towels.

Chalet 6

  • Lake view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Taupō

With a stay at The Retreat in Taupō (Nukuhau), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupō and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. .This luxury chalet is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Taupō Museum and Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • beach near Tongariro South Domain - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crafty TROUT Brewing Co. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Japan Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waterside - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Retreat

The Retreat offers 8 accommodations with fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Accommodations at this 5-star chalet have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and hair dryers.

This Taupō chalet provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

2 hot tubs are on site along with an indoor pool.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 8 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Kitchens are outfitted with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, ovens, and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an indoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This chalet also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and gas grills.
Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Fireplace gate

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Free firewood
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: NZD 40 per pet per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river

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

  • 8 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 40 per pet, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NZD 40 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, sofa beds, and high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

The Retreat Taupo

The Retreat Chalet

The Retreat Chalet Taupo

The Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great view and atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jarod

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved The Retreat! It’s private, spacious & a fantastic view of the lake! We will definitely be back & are already planning our next visit!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The view is extraordinary!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yiwen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It’s incredible. We’ve enjoyed our day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The retreat was perfect in every way the view from the front windows of the river exiting the lake with all the activity going on was in intoxicating and the whole house met our needs to be above and beyond. I would recommend this place to anyone who was in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is amazing! Such a beautiful, quiet location with great views of Lake Taupo. Our chalet was very clean and comfortable. The hosts, Annie and Mike, were extremely helpful and welcoming. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
World class , exceptional and very special to be part of the whole experience of tranquility and opulence.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shima

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Enjoy the view and privacy of the unit. The facility is well maintained and clear instruction helped us checking in smoothly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Magnificent location, spacious living quarters for a family of four. Water is right outside with sailboats gliding across the water. Quiet yet close to the happenings in town. Wish we had at least another day to stay in this beautiful chalet. We loved Taupo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

grant

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

yuan chun

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025