The Top House

The Top House is a spectacular self contained holiday house looking out over Lake Taupo, and commanding breathtaking views of the lake and the mountains of the Central Plateau. It nestles into the bush at The Point, a private estate which still enjoys the unspoilt, peaceful environment that has always attracted visitors to the lake.

The architectural award-winning house, designed by Fraser Cameron in 2002, is an airy, inviting home. Stone from the property, extensive use of kahikatea (white pine), and matai flooring that once graced the wool stores of neighbouring Hawke's Bay enhance its distinctly New Zealand design and characteristics. Described by the NZIA judges as "…anchored to the land with its solid materials, texture and detail," the house floats "out and above the bush to the almost overwhelming views of lake and mountain."

The Top House is the perfect setting for many occasions, from intimate escape, to family holiday, reunion, and business retreat. It features 4 double bedrooms; 3 bathrooms; an additional toilet; beautifully-appointed kitchen and open-plan dining and living upstairs; a second living room; games room; laundry; two large hardwood decks; secluded native garden. This spacious house easily sleeps up to 12 in comfort.