A short distance from cycling, fishing, and more, this smoke-free vacation home lets you experience it all. Lake Taupō is within an easy 10-minute walk and Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre is also a quick 15-minute walk away, so leave your car at the property, which offers covered onsite parking.

After you return, you can unwind in the garden or sip a drink on the balcony. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and DVD player.

As you settle into this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental, you'll find a fireplace, firewood, and air conditioning. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and shampoo. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a freezer, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And because there's a washer and dryer, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.