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~ the hunting huts~ a fresh take on the kiwi bach, perfect for 2 - 12 guests!

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Smart TV
Miscellaneous
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

~ the hunting huts~ a fresh take on the kiwi bach, perfect for 2 - 12 guests!

The quintessential kiwi bach, simple and functional, set in complete privacy on our farm at The Black Barn Lake Tarawera on a stunning site high above all else.

Originally individually used by hunters in the surrounded bush, The Hunting Huts is a grouping of four huts linked by a large outdoor deck. Careful refurbishments have resulted in a unique holiday home that has a special character all its own.

The front huts are the living spaces; kitchen/dining and lounge, each with large stacker doors opening up onto the deck.

The two rear huts are identical in configuration, each are split into a double room and a bunk room with internal access, perfect for one family per hut.

The bathroom adjoins the lounge and has a shower over a bath, a toilet and a double vanity.

The utility room has clothes washer, dryer and laundry tub plus a second toilet.

The heated outdoor shower on the northern deck is a completely open showering experience!

Both double bedrooms enjoy lake views and you'll wake to see the sun rising over Mount Tarawera.

A genuine Stoked hot tub sits under a pohutukawa tree on the front lawn and is a perfect way to relax and enjoy the vista by day and the famous starfilled lake Tarawera sky by night.

Ideally suited for...

ROMANTIC ESCAPES
Think fluffy towels, crisp sheets on a plush king bed, relaxing together in perfect serenity with the stunning lake and mountain backdrop. Long soaks in the luxurious Stoked hot tub and cheeky outdoor shower all set in complete privacy and solitude

FAMILY FUN
Each of the two separate sleeping pods are split into a double room and a bunk room with internal access between, so it's perfect for one or two families to holiday together.

TIME OUT WITH FRIENDS
Whether it's relaxing and spending time with friends or exploring all that the region has to offer, the lake bach is a great place to base yourself.

Bbq and outdoor gas patio heater provided.

Other things to note
**PLEASE NOTE**

Sleeps up to 12.

Please respect the serenity of this special location - no party's or loud music.

The front lawn space has a "ha-ha", a recessed edge that allows uninterrupted views of the lake and mountain. We advise parental awareness of young children and toddlers.

Keep in mind that these pods were originally hunters huts, so the interior living spaces aren't exactly cavernous! Best described as "bachy"; simple and functional in space and layout but of course really comfortable, being fully insulated and double glazed.

The stainless steel hot tub is a "fill and empty" tub to ensure clean, chemical free bathing. To use simply turn on the hot and cold taps at the tub, it takes about 45 minutes to fill. If the cover is put back on after use, it will retain most of its heat to be reused again over the next 24hrs.

Property manager

Glenn

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Lake Tarawera - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Buried Village - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lake Tikitapu - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Lake Okareka - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 11 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Airstream Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Nature @Waimangu - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪The Landing Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Horse Trekking Lake Okareka - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Vi's Teahouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ~ the hunting huts~ a fresh take on the kiwi bach, perfect for 2 - 12 guests! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

Where is ~ the hunting huts~ a fresh take on the kiwi bach, perfect for 2 - 12 guests! located?

Situated in Lake Tarawera, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Tarawera and within 3 mi (5 km) of Buried Village and Whakarewarewa Hot Springs. Lake Rotokakahi is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Highly recommended, absolutely beautiful spot especialy when the sun shines
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023