Experience world-class service at Centennial House Taupo

Boasting a patio with mountain views, free bikes and a garden, Centennial House Taupo can be found in Taupo, close to Huka Falls and 36 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park. This 5-star holiday home offers full-day security and private check-in and check-out. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. Featuring a PS3, the spacious holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, 4 living rooms with a seating area and a dining area, 10 bedrooms, and 8 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. The unit is air conditioned and includes a balcony with an outdoor dining area as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Skiing, cycling and hiking are possible within the area, and the holiday home offers ski storage space. Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley is 36 km from Centennial House Taupo, while Taupo Events Centre is 4.5 km away. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 9 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 4:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 5:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 6:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 7:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 8:
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 9:
2 single beds
Bedroom 10:
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.2
High score for Taupo

See what guests loved the most:

  • Peter
    New Zealand New Zealand
    quiet spacious excellently indoor-outdoor flow. comfortable feel but well armed and ideal for a relaxing weekend.
  • Rhonda
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Beautiful home. So comfortable. Warm. Homely. We did not want to leave. Looking to come back during the summer. Very central. Pictures do not do it justice.
  • Shao
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The house is huge and comfortable with anything we need. All rooms have heat pump or fireplace. Quiet and peaceful. The complimentary smoked trout is the best trout we ever had.

Hosted by John and Caroline Elliot

10
10
Host review score
Host review score

John and Caroline Elliot
Prices are based on 2 guests sharing a room, if you are a single person requiring a room to yourself please book as 2 guests. By booking on this website you agree to Centennial House Taupo full terms & conditions, for a copy of these conditions please contact us. Centennial House set on 5 acres of lush park like grounds, stroll around & discover hidden treasures among the beautiful mature trees, stunning private gardens & water features. This 5 star luxury boutique lodge can cater for every occasion be it a family retreat, vacation or romantic weekend getaway. Centennial House is available to be booked for weddings, business conferences & events (extra venue hire charges apply) The lodge offers 5 spacious deluxe suites & one 2 bedroom deluxe suite each with there own unique interior styling complete with en-suite & private lounge areas, plus 2 spacious queen bedrooms, There are also 3 foldout flexi slat beds, sleeping a maximum of 21 guests. Conveniently located opposite the Taupo horse racing track & Bruce McLaren Motorsports Park, ample free parking available for trailers or boats & just down the road from the Taupo Golf Club & famed trout fishing waters of the Waitahanui River.
We are sure you will have a relaxing and memorable stay here in Lake Taupo Your hosts John and Caroline Elliot will make you feel most welcome, Available by prior arrangement and at a mutually agreeable cost John your host (an expert fly fisherman) can take you on a guided fly fishing trip and teach you the basics or if your intermediate/advanced show you where the fish lies are and some of the methods and flies that work at some of the renowned local trout rivers namely the Waitahanui, Hinemaiaia and Tongariro Rivers, which are only a short drive away.
Centennial House is set in a quiet rural location, 5 minutes away will have you in the heart of Lake Taupo’s bustling town centre where the national bus and coach services run from, there are many restaurants, cafes, night clubs and lots of shopping opportunities in town. The airport is also only 5 minutes away from Centennial House and a free shuttle is available on request from town or the airport. We are also Helicopter friendly landing location at the rear of the property: GPS Coordinates -38.669875, 176.132525 Opposite Centennial House you have the Taupo Racecourse if you fancy an exciting day at the races and also The Taupo Gliding Club for the more adventurous, we are only a few minutes away from all the local attractions be it Taupo Bungi, Bruce McLaren Motor Sports Park, Taupo Golf Club or the Huka Falls attractions. Nearby is Mt Tauhara a mountain that overlooks Lake Taupo with stunning views of the lake and surrounding area, there are many walking and mountain bike tracks, it’s a native bush covered mountain, a hikers and nature lovers paradise.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Centennial House Taupo
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Blu-ray player
  • Laptop
  • Game console – PS3
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Video games
  • Video
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Wellness
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Ski storage
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Squash
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Services & Extras
  • Executive lounge access
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Transport
  • Bicycle rental
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Baby safety gates
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Centennial House Taupo takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 22:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 09:30 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of NZD 1000 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about GBP 482. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
NZD 250 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 250 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Maestro, ​Mastercard, ​Visa, ​Bankcard, ​UnionPay credit card, ​Eftpos, ​Discover, ​JCB, ​Diners Club and American Express .


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Centennial House Taupo in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

A damage deposit of NZD 1,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Centennial House Taupo

  • Centennial House Taupo has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 10 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Centennial House Taupo is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Centennial House Taupo on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Centennial House Taupo on this page.

  • Centennial House Taupo can accommodate the following group size:

    • 23 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at Centennial House Taupo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Centennial House Taupo offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Squash
    • Water park
    • Horse riding
    • Live music/performance
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Bicycle rental

  • Centennial House Taupo is 3.1 miles from the centre of Taupo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Centennial House Taupo is popular with guests booking family stays.