Exceptional
One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.
9.7134Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.9 out of 10, at 135 Mapara Road.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious Accommodation with Garden Views
1. Premium Amenities: Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning in this 3-bedroom holiday home. Relax in the dressing room or by the fireplace for a cozy stay.
2. Outdoor Delights: Take advantage of the inner courtyard, garden, and balcony with picturesque views. Host a BBQ on the private patio during warmer days for a delightful dining experience.
3. Convenient Services: Benefit from free private parking, WiFi, and shuttle service. The property also offers facilities for disabled guests and a car rental service for your convenience.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
Rooms
9.7
Exceptional
Rated 9.7 out of 10 by 134 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.4
- Service10.0
- Location9.9
- Rooms9.6
- Amenities9.4
- Value9.9
- Food & drink9.4
Guests mention
Friendly hostBeautiful gardensComfortable accommodation
QuintinNew ZealandAmazing place. Always an absolute joy to stay there.
AshleighAustraliaPeaceful Country Charm
Every aspect was fantastic! The location was private and peaceful, and the home was beautifully presented with everything you could ever need. We would love to visit again and absolutely recommend The Homestead to other…
StuartNew ZealandCute little cottage set in beautiful grounds. Quirky and cute - everything you would need at your fingertips. Beautiful rooms and comfortable beds. We loved the decor and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. A fabulous host who…
GeoffNew ZealandQuiet with spacious bedrooms, kitchen and living area. Good appliances. Lovely big grounds, trees, birds, off road but good quick access to road. Not lakeside but straight forward road access and not too far away at…
NadeshdaGermanyEin kleines Stück Paradies in der Acacia Bay
Gemütliches Haus in einem wunderschönen Garten. Das Haus hat alles, was man für einen Aufenthalt benötigt - und sogar alles für ein Frühstück war vorhanden! Danke schön!!
Das Haus ist sauber und sehr liebevoll…
MarcelNLPerfect beautiful garden
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
135 Mapara Road, Taupo, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 9.9 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Managed by a private host A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Homestead
What time is check-in and check-out at The Homestead?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Homestead allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Homestead?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does The Homestead have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does The Homestead have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book The Homestead?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Homestead?
135 Mapara Road, Taupo.
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