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Good times at the Lake

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$415
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June

Explore the area

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Mangakino, Waikato Region
  • Place, Mangakino Recreation Reserve
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Maraetai
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the area

Mangakino

At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Mangakino Golf Club and Mangakino Recreation Reserve. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features a patio, a dining area and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Mangakino holiday home include Waikato River and Lake Moana-Nui.
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What's nearby

  • Mangakino Recreation Reserve - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lake Maraetai - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa - 52 min drive - 73.0 km
  • Huka Falls - 56 min drive - 77.3 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 58 min drive - 85.8 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dam Cafe & Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ata’s Bar & Eatery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mangakino District Services And Citizens Club - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Diya Backcountry Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mangakino District Services And Citizens Club - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Good times at the Lake

Welcome to your perfect lakehouse getaway!
This charming 3-bedroom retreat is your ideal spot for relaxation, celebration, or simply enjoying the outdoors. With your own fully renovated space, you'll feel right at home the moment you arrive. Step into your fantastic outdoor room—perfect for hosting your friends and creating your favorite memories.
Your mornings can start on the lush lawn, sipping coffee while surrounded by nature in your own secluded paradise. Just a 10-minute walk brings you to the lake, where your adventures await. Make this your home away from home—you deserve it!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Good times at the Lake have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Good times at the Lake?

As of 24 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Good times at the Lake on 28 June 2026 start from AU$415, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Good times at the Lake family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and children's books, it's no surprise that Good times at the Lake is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Good times at the Lake?

No, Good times at the Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Good times at the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Good times at the Lake?

There isn't one on site, but Mangakino Golf Club is a short 5-minute walk away.

Good times at the Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanette F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location & amenities where great although a frying pan would have been nice also the BBQ could have been cleaned but overall most enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DUNCAN B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome host and house
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sylvia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean and roomy batch
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Avi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was as described. Very tidy and warm. Everything we needed was there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026