We stayed at the Lake Taupo Motor Inn - very nice, probably big enough to stay a few weeks even. Lachie and Lily slept in the same room, that was very successful - could think about that for one day in the future...
The best couple of dollars spent - books and felt pens for when we're getting organised in the mornings!
Day 3 was the compulsory shopping day! Walked to town, wandered round the shops, yummy lunch...then spent the afternoon down at the lake (while Eden had a sleep)...
Kids needed a little drive (nap-time) then woke to see a helicopter take off! 
Lachie and I missed the horse trekking by half an hour, so we already have plans for next time! A quick drive to look at Huka Falls (Lachie remembers them from last time)
After dinner (and after dessert!) we "needed" a trip to the park, even if it was 8 o'clock!
