Accommodation
Stay at 66 offers accommodation, either as an unhosted vacation home; or as a traditional hosted Bed and Breakfast.
"Stay66 on Ngauruhoe" available exclusively as a 4-bedroom whole home / vacation home listing; neither hosted or serviced. (Either are available as extras; upon request; please contact us to discuss)... otherwise you are on your own.
Alternatively, Stay at 66 in the traditional hosted bed and breakfast style; offers the following listing options that all share the common areas; kitchen, lounge, dining, gardens, and front deck for those stunning views:
"Stay66 The Lake Room" has a queen-size bed and ensuite, with private access to the front deck and thermal bath; and commanding south facing views of Lake Taupō and mountains, and / or...
"Stay66 The Smyth Wing" (named in Ted's honor) comprises three rooms: Garden, Courtyard and Kimberley Rooms as listed below, and sleeps up to 6 guests. This wing consists of two rooms each with a queen-size bed, one room with two singles; sharing a main bathroom with a fresh-water bath and separate toilet between them.
The Garden, Courtyard, and Kimberley Rooms are also available individually; but not if the Smyth Wing is already booked. (and vice-versa). The Smyth Wing enables you to have say, one person each in two of the three rooms, at a better rate than the individual room rates; and still have exclusive use of the wing, bathroom and toilet; ensuring more privacy.
Stay66 on Ngauruhoe Vacation Home
66 on Ngauruhoe is a 4-bedroom un-hosted whole home / vacation home; and also has a comfortable double fold-out bed in the lounge and a children's mattress is also available if needed.
As booked you have the place to yourselves and the rooms would be serviced upon your departure. If you require daily housekeeping, extra servicing or any other services, or hosting during your stay; then this can be arranged prior.
With Stunning 180 degree views out front, and privately established gardens sheltered behind; "66 on Ngauruhoe" has plenty of privacy and room for people and parking, and is situated central to everything.
- Sleeps 8 to 10
- Min 2-night stay 07 Jan-16 Dec. Min 3-night stay 16 Dec-07 Jan
- Spectacular views and privacy
- Tesla and other car chargers onsite
- Digital door locks on all doors
- Free WiFi
- Master suite with lake view
- Private ensuite with shower
- Thermal bath on front deck
- Geothermal heated radiators / drying doom
- BBQ and cooking facilities
- Serviced or Hosted options available upon request
Stay66 B&B The Lake Room
Originally the Master; The Lake Room listing is for a private room with ensuite. It has private access to the front deck and thermal bath; with commanding south facing views of the township across Lake Taupo to the Mountains of the UNESCO dual World Heritage National Park, Kaimaniwa Ranges and beyond.
This deck also connects and shares the views with the lounge and dining rooms. A continental breakfast is also included.
The perfect 2 person get-away; just turn up, everything you need is here
- Sleeps 2
- Min 1-night stay 01 Apl -16 Dec. / Min 2-night stay 16 Dec-31 Mar.
- Stunning 180 degree Mountain and Lake views
- Private access to thermal bath
- Private ensuite with shower
- Geothermal heated radiators
- Free self-drive parking on-site
- Tesla and other car chargers onsite
- Free local airport or bus transfers
- Laundry/dry-cleaning available
- Digital door locks on all doors
- Free WiFi
- Continental breakfast included
Stay66 B&B The Smyth Wing
Named in Ted's honor; The Smyth Wing offers exclusive use of this wing comprising the three rooms: Garden, Courtyard and Kimberley; and uses the main bathroom with fresh-water bath, and separate toilet.
The beautifully established north facing gardens (looking towards Mt Tauhara) are sheltered behind the home and include an upper deck and genuine African thatch umbrella, above a covered conservatory with a BBQ, and open courtyard area; surrounding the Smyth Wing; as well as the kitchen.
This area backs onto the lounge which has access to the dining room, front deck and thermal bath, and those glorious ever-changing views across the moana.
Central and comfortable, this is great for small groups or family, Continental breakfast is included.
- Sleeps up to 6 guests
- Min 1-night stay 01 Apl -16 Dec. / Min 2-night stay 16 Dec-31 Mar.
- Geothermal heated radiators
- Laundry/dry-cleaning available
- Bathroom has shower and bath
- Digital door locks on all doors
- Free WiFi
- Free self-drive parking on-site
- Tesla and other car chargers onsite
- Continental breakfast included
Stay66 B&B The Garden Room
The Garden Room comprises a queen-size bed, built in wardrobe and drawers, a geothermal radiator; and shares a main bathroom with a fresh-water bath and separate toilet.
The beautifully established north facing gardens (towards Mt Tauhara) are sheltered behind the home and include an upper deck and genuine African thatch umbrella, above a covered conservatory with a BBQ, and an open courtyard area that surrounds the Garden Room. A continental breakfast is also included.
- Sleeps 2
- Min 1-night stay 01 Apl -16 Dec. / Min 2-night stay 16 Dec-31 Mar.
- Free self-drive parking on-site
- Tesla and other car chargers onsite
- Free local airport or bus transfers
- Digital door locks on all doors
- Free WiFi
- Geothermal heated radiator
- Laundry/dry-cleaning available
- Bathroom has shower and bath
- Separate WC – shared
- Continental breakfast included
Stay66 B&B The Courtyard Room
The Courtyard Room comprises a queen-size bed, built in wardrobe and drawers, a geothermal heated radiator; and shares a main bathroom with a fresh-water bath and separate toilet.
The beautifully established north facing gardens (towards Mt Tauhara) are sheltered behind the home and include an upper deck and genuine African thatch umbrella, above a covered conservatory with a BBQ, and an open courtyard area. A continental breakfast is also included.
- Sleeps 2
- Min 1-night stay 01 Apl -16 Dec. / Min 2-night stay 16 Dec-31 Mar.
- Free self-drive parking on-site
- Tesla and other car chargers onsite
- Free local airport or bus transfers
- Digital door locks on all doors
- Free WiFi
- Geothermal heated radiator
- Laundry/dry-cleaning available
- Bathroom has shower and bath
- Separate WC – shared
- Continental breakfast included
Stay66 B&B The Kimberley Room
The Kimberley Room comprises of two single beds, built in wardrobe and drawers, a desk under a skylight. It has a geothermal heated radiator; and shares a main bathroom with a fresh-water bath and separate toilet.
The beautifully established north facing gardens (towards Mt Tauhara) are sheltered behind the home and include an upper deck and genuine African thatch umbrella, above a covered conservatory with a BBQ, and an open courtyard area. A continental breakfast is also included.
- Sleeps 2
- Min 1-night stay 01 Apl -16 Dec. / Min 2-night stay 16 Dec-31 Mar.
- Free self-drive parking on-site
- Tesla and other car chargers onsite
- Free local airport or bus transfers
- Desk under skylight
- Digital door locks on all doors
- Free WiFi
- Geothermal heated radiator
- Laundry/dry-cleaning available
- Bathroom has shower and bath
- Separate WC – shared
- Continental breakfast included
Amenities
All guest accommodations feature thoughtful amenities to ensure an unparalleled sense of comfort in an ecological and friendly environment. Whatever your purpose of visit, Stay66 is an excellent choice for your stay in Taupo.
Upon Arrival
- Free local airport or bus transfers.
- Free self-drive parking on-site.
- Free Tesla charging onsite.
- Other electric car chargers available at a cost.
- Digital door locks on all doors.
- Security cameras monitor outside.
- Free WiFi & fibre.
In Room Amenities
- Built-in wardrobe and draws in each bedroom.
- Geothermal heated radiators throughout.
- Woollen underlays & cotton sheets.
- Towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body-wash provided.
- Hairdryer, iron and ironing board are available.
- Unless requested, no turn down service is offered as to respect your privacy.
On-site Amenities
- NETFLIX & YouTube on a Smart TV in the lounge.
- Geo heated drying room for ski and fishing gear.
- Washing Machine is available onsite.
- Gas BBQ under a covered conservatory.
- Filtered & chilled water, tea, coffee & hot chocolate is always available in the kitchen for all guest types.
- Breakfast is included for Bed & Breakfast guests only (not for Vacation Home guests).
Off-site Amenities
- Drycleaning services on request.
- Free local airport or bus transfers.
- Local Discount vouchers located on dining unit.
Additional Information
Languages spoken: English
Check-In: from 3pm -11pm
Check-Out: until 11am
Upon Arrival
- If you have a boat, bikes, or other "toys"; secure storage for these can also be arranged on site by prior arrangement.
- For those arriving early or departing late, secure luggage storage is available by prior arrangement.
- Digital door lock and WiFi codes are provided prior to arrival, and high-speed fibre internet is also available.
- There is no front desk at this property – hosts are on hand to greet you.
- There is no lift access (wheelchair ramp is planned), however there is driveway access to the upper floor + 1 step to get in (with prior arrangement).
No smoking or vaping inside:
- Stay66 is a smoke-free and vape-free home.
- There are smoking/vaping areas outside and ashtrays provided.
No pets allowed.
Alarms and surveillance recording devices are on the property. Outdoor security cameras monitor all entrances.
Please Note:
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges.
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- This property accepts credit cards and cash.
- It is a condition of booking that you have read and agreed to the Terms and Conditions; including House Rules (listed under Terms).
Things to do:
- A table tennis table is located in the conservatory and folded up behind the BBQ; bats, balls, and net are located in the left hand side cupboard near the window in the dining room
- DVD player, Netflix, YouTube, and surround sound on large TV in lounge
- REST and do nothing but watch the wildlife... or go out (or both)
Dining, drinking and snacking:
- FREE Continental breakfast included
- FREE chilled water bottles available in fridge
- Tea and coffee is available in the kitchen 24/7
- There are menus/vouchers for various restaurants and takeaways located In the 2nd draw down next to the fridge
- There are take-aways, cafés and restaurants all within walking distance
Guest services:
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Daily housekeeping (not for Whole Home / Vacation Home bookings unless requested)
- Hairdryer and hair tongs are located under bathroom sinks
- Turn down service available upon request
- Dry-cleaning service available upon request
- Laundry facilities available upon request
Business services:
- For conference/meeting space please contact host to discuss