Punawai Homestay

8 Punawai Place, Brentwood Heights, 3330 Taupo, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>54</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
54 reviews

Your Bircher muesli was very nutty, tasty and filling. I'm very sorry I totally forgot to pick up the two muffins from the table. The breakfast table location was wonderful. A lovely view for us both. The heat pump in the breakfast room/lounge was powerful and warmed the room quickly on what was a coolish morning. Easy to operate shower.

Bob Nigeria
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Punawai Homestay

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Built on an elevated site, Punawai Homestay features panoramic mountain, lake and farmland views. Guest have access to a hot tub, tennis court and a guest lounge with satellite TV. The 2-story Brentwood Heights Punawai Homestay features private rooms with tea/coffee making facilities and quality bedding. Guest rooms are located upstairs, each has their own bathroom. The ground floor offers a patio with a sofa suite and a BBQ. Guests have free use of bicycles to explore the surrounds. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing and hiking. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley (15 mi). The property offers free parking. This property was built using environmentally sustainable principles.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Number of guests
 
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2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
10
High score for Taupo
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  • Bob
    Nigeria Nigeria
    “Your Bircher muesli was very nutty, tasty and filling. I'm very sorry I totally forgot to pick up the two muffins from the table. The breakfast table location was wonderful. A lovely view for us both. The heat pump in the breakfast room/lounge...”
  • Evik
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    “Cosy and spotlessly clean, wonderful surroundings, lovely hosts. Perfection!”
  • Leila
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very welcoming hosts, beautiful accommodation, excellent breakfast. Couldn't have been better.”

Host Info

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Relax in a modern architecturally designed house, built on an elevated site with panoramic views of the town, lake, mountain and adjacent farmland. There are two guest rooms located upstairs and separate from the rest of the house. Both rooms have their own separate bathrooms and there is a guest lounge where your continental breakfast is served daily. Facilities include Sky TV, and a Gym. Just 3km from Taupo’s town centre, Punawai Homestay is set in a new subdivision, on a quiet street set amongst other quality houses. A large public park is next door, containing a tennis court, children’s play-ground and walking tracks. Punawai Homestay is built on fostering environmental sustainability principles and healthy living.
We are a couple in our 50’s and both well-travelled. Leanne is English born (c’mon Sheffield United!), Zimbabwe raised but has called NZ home for many years. Andy has spent several years working in Singapore, Australia and USA (go Packers!). We’re both keen travellers, and welcome any discussion involving travel or different cultures. Taupo has been our home for some time now, and we have a wealth of knowledge on Taupo’s tourist attractions and local tips. Together, we have been hosting visitors to Taupo for the last 10 years.
Highlights in Taupo- Feburary- Wanderlust festival, Sovereign Tri Series Kinloch, Great Lake Relay, Lake Taupo Across the Lake Swim, Wairakei Estate Ironkidz Triathlon. March - Ironman NZ. April- NZ Truck Racing. July- Tauhara offroad Half Marathon, Taupo winter festival, Hobby Expo. August- Taupo offroad half marathon run series. September- Kinloch offroade half marathon, Sika show. October- Graffiato, Ssangyong super series motorsport. November The Taniwha multisport waikato river trails, Lake Taupo cycle challenge, Contact Huka Challenge mountain Biking. December- Ironman 70.3 Triathlon taupo, Equestrian Nationals, New years Eve Celebrations and Firworks.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Punawai Homestay
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • City view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Tennis equipment
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Ping-pong
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
    • Executive lounge access
    • Wake-up service
    • Laundry
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Safe
    General
    • Electric blankets
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash Punawai Homestay accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    FAQs about Punawai Homestay

    • The prices at Punawai Homestay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Punawai Homestay is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Punawai Homestay offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Skiing
      • Ping-pong
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Tennis equipment

    • Room options at Punawai Homestay include:

      • Double
      • Twin

    • Punawai Homestay is 1 miles from the center of Taupo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.