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Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Lake Okareka, Rotorua
  • Lake Okareka
    3 min walk
  • Lake Tikitapu
    4 min drive
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    8 min drive
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    17 min drive

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About the area

Rotorua

With a stay at this apartment in Rotorua (Lake Okareka), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Polynesian Spa and Lake Okareka. .This family-friendly apartment is 9.7 mi (15.7 km) from Skyline Rotorua and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Whakarewarewa Hot Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Okareka - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Tikitapu - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shadehouse Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pantry D'or - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bp - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake

Lovely ground floor holiday apartment in the beautiful lakeside village of Okareka. Surrounded by bush-clad hills, relax to the sound of Tui and other native birds.
Environmentally Friendly - Complimentary toiletries made with natural NZ ingredients and supporting NZ Forest and Bird.
A short stroll to the lakeside reserve with it's boat ramp, swimming beach and picnic area, or a short drive to Boyes Beach (very popular with the locals!)
Loads of great walking and mountainbike tracks on your doorstep and the famous Blue Lake just down the road with all of its sporting events.
A 10-15 minute drive to Rotorua with all of its attractions and great places to eat out.
Great fishing on Lake Okareka or a 10 minute drive the other way will take you to Lake Tarawera, with its stunning scenery and world famous trout fishing.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free apartment features books, games, and ecotours nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include a video library, hiking/biking trails nearby, and sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Christine or Nigel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Kayaking on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 239 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 239 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 239 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 239 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 239 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DEBRA L.

Liked: Cleanliness
peaceful retreat
lovely cottage, very clean and tidy, and nice extras (like the coffee pods etc) great location, and so peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean lovely accommodation
Very nice quiet place with lovely surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect location and bucolic stay
This was a beautiful apartment. It was spacious and comfortable. The wifi worked well and the TV had a lot of choice. The bathroom was a little odd in its location as you had to go through the second bedroom to get to it but it was very clean and functional. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was a full kitchen (without a dishwasher) and immaculately clean. The coffee maker and selection of coffees was a lovely touch (thank you). The location was perfect for us to visit the lake and Rotorua. We enjoyed lovely walks around the lake and neighbourhood. The instructions were clear and accurate and we had absolute privacy. An excellent stay. We loved watching the birds and cats. We highly recommend this apartment..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet and abundant birdlife.
It was good to stay out of the big town of Rotorua though it was only a short drive away for groceries etc. The kitchen was well equipped, but the bathroom is accessible only through kids bedroom. The bathroom had a towel warmer which was nice. We highly recommend a visit to The Buried Village (nearby tourist attraction)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was unique, extremely clean and provided us a home away from home for a couple of days. It had everything you could possibly need and the hosts are very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

mark s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
Comfortable stay in lovely location. Coffee machine was a bonus. Only quibble was having to go thru second bedroom to get to bathroom. Thanks for the digs. M
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarika C.

Liked: Cleanliness
So good to be back
Beautiful property that we have returned to, has everything we wanted and kind helpful owners
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ross l., whitianga, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
awesome location
Very clean and warm. Great location short walking distance to the lake. Hosts Chris and Nigel very accomodating
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayson C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it
Close to Okareka lake which my wife would go to each morning to watch the sunrise while the lazy father and son stayed in their beds. We did all do the glow worm kayaking tour on this lake which was amazing and highly recommended. When we looked at the online listing it wasn’t clear that the accommodation is attached to a house. But this didn’t effect our privacy at all. It’s a beautiful house with a close to nature feel about it while still being close to some great activities like the redwood tree walk. We loved sitting on the porch and having tūī and other birds pop over to feed on the bird feeder attached the garage. Thanks to the hosts. We appreciate it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy and cosy
Lovely quiet spot in easy access to many of Rotorua's sites and activities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky comfy property
Retro inside. Very comfy stay. The hosts were very welcoming and the present from their hens was gratefully received!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks so much
We had lovely holiday, thanks for lending a kayak to our son:)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed, well equipped and great location!
An extremely pleasant comfortable state, such a great location away from the hustle and bustle of Rotorua! Close enough to everything, and such a peaceful outlook over beautiful bushland.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Aswathy S.

Comfortable and relaxing
Had a good stay at the property. Kids loved the chocolate surprises. Comfortable stay with great mountain views.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

George v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Hosting
Loved every aspect of our stay here from the decor to the welcome gift and friendliness of the hosts. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adult family
Property was clean and well appointed. Location quiet and secluded. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gareth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic holiday.
We had a wonderful time here. So peaceful and so close to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Waldo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice area. Very quiet and nice views. Outside steps very slippery when wet, my dad slipped and fell on the steps. Otherwise very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

May G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly stay
Looks welcoming and friendly when we entered the house. Gifted some eggs from their backyard and feijoas on a fruit bowl. If your a fond of feijoas this place is for you. And I love feijoas! thank you so much for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Delightful spot and the owners have thought of everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jewels W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent experience
Good location, friendly hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kitty F.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect little get-away
beautiful spot. The house was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Quiet, comfortable, clean and all we could want
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lake okareka was a beautiful place to stay. The house was up a hill and very close to the lake with beautiful surroundings. The downstairs unit was charming and we enjoyed our time there.