My wife and I stayed at Wharewaka for a night during our tour of New Zealand. It was a highlight!. Susan and Tony are incredible host and share their beautiful home like you are long lost relatives. The setting and accomodations are first class. We enjoyed a glass of wine and a fantastic trout appetizer before we went out for... More

We stayed at Wharewaka Lodge for three nights in February 2013. This is a gorgeous private home overlooking Lake Taupo. The rooms are lovely, quiet and well-appointed. The Lodge is located in a very private residential area, but also just a short drive from downtown Taupo and very convenient to the fly-fishing and rafting excursions we arranged with the help... More

Charming hosts, delightful location and wonderful accommodations. Breakfast each morning was delicious. and hosts made accommodations for all types of diet. Wine and cheese each evening was and added plus. Truly superior!

My wife and I spent three nights at Wharewaka Lodge and wished we could have stayed longer. Our hosts Susan and Tony made us feel at home and catered to our every need, including preparing a box lunch and a very early breakfast so we could go off on a hike. Our room was very comfortable and had a fabulous... More

My wife and I stayed at Wharewaka Lodge for 3 days and had one of the most delightful experiences during our trip to NZ. The house is wide, confortable and beautifully decorated by the owners Susan and Tony. The room offers a nice and confortable king size bed, a large bathroom with tub, shower and great illumination. The hosts are... More

I came with my father for the rugby world cup and we decided to stay in Taupo to enjoy the lake and the close-by Tongariro mountains. Susan & Tony welcomed us in their home like old friends. Their welcome drinks, which actually occur every day, helped us discover amazing NZ wines. Their house is extremely beautiful & comfortable, very tastefully... More

Wonderful views, great decor, outstanding hosts, fantastic food. What more can you ask for?

After traveling on our honeymoon via campervan for two weeks, we stopped for a night at the Wharewaka Lodge. From the moment we walked in the door, we fell in love with Susan, Tony, and their home. The house itself is beautiful and situated right on Lake Taupo, very convenient for a swim in the lake or to borrow bikes... More

The lodge was situated by the lake Taupo. Beautiful view from the rooms, tasteful breakfasts and nice host and hostess. We really enjoyd our stay! The rooms are very nice, modern and furnished with taste. Best of the lodges durin our 2 week trip in New Zealand. The hotel should be rated higher, meaning 5 stars lodge in NZ.