Title: rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=119513847&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ Vacation home in Oruanui ## Photo gallery for rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ ![Private kitchen - rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ (Oruanui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119513900/119513847/d1cf2797.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ (Oruanui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119513900/119513847/37e0995e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ (Oruanui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119513900/119513847/1ec775e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets - rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ (Oruanui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119513900/119513847/b4ebed8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap - rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ (Oruanui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119513900/119513847/94c8883f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ provides laundry facilities and more. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ super private house, warm and cosy, calm and relaxing. Hot tub to die for, Convection oven perfect for baking bread! the blackout curtains are just perfect for a good night’s sleep. only 8 minutes to town,6 minutes to the lake ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1668700/1668649/755dfeb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor Wairakei - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the neighborhood Oruanui is home to this vacation home. Topgun Paintball and The Kinloch Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley and Spa Thermal Park. Mind Junction and Taupō Hot Springs are also worth visiting. 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I caught this beautiful rainbow in the steam escaping "The Witches Brew" while hiking thru the park. A great time! #hiking ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052675/b5486754-0a41-4496-9723-18333b1c01d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley 12 min drive \- 10.4 miles - ![rotorua lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974614317/4854363f-28cb-40d1-88c4-2e121bb56d0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Spa Thermal Park 14 min drive \- 11.3 miles - The Kinloch Club 9 min drive \- 9.3 miles - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp 13 min drive \- 10.7 miles ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 26 min drive ### Restaurants - The Huka Honey Hive 11 min drive - Heli Cafe 11 min drive - Fairways Cafe & 19th Hole Bar 10 min drive - Geyser Bar 10 min drive - The Fairways Restaurant 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++? ### What time is check-out at rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++? ### Where is rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## rustic house in the wild. PRIVACY ++++ Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### john h. Oct 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy What a cool place to stay!Big open grounds — perfect for the dog and the kids to run around.Loved the outdoor fire burner Hot Tub, just didn’t have time to use it this trip.Very private location; it feels like you’re tucked away in the bush, yet only about 15 minutes from Taupo CBD.I’d definitely stay here again! ##### john h. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025