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Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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;

Property manager

Christine or Nigel

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

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
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Eco-friendly toiletries

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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
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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

About the neighborhood

Map
Lake Okareka, Rotorua

What's nearby

  • Lake Okareka - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Eat Street - 15 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 19 min drive - 15.7 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake located?

This family-friendly Rotorua apartment building is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Okareka and Lake Tikitapu. Lake Rotokakahi is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 246 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr.Nenov
Fabulous place , fabulous people ! Do recommend , would book again with pleasure !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely shirt break over Christmas
Comfortable and cosy place to rest our heads as we spent Christmas with friends in the area. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cosy home away from home
A gorgeous cottage surrounded by nature with everything we needed. The heat pump and fluffy rugs were perfect as it was cool and rainy, and we had just left 40 degrees in Western Australia. The kitchen was well stocked and everything was nice and clean. I love my privacy so really appreciated the seclusion from the main house, although I think a greeting on arrival would be nice in this situation, when staying in accommodation attached to a main residence.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

10/10 Excellent

ross l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

SHANNON H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy and cosy
Lovely quiet spot in easy access to many of Rotorua's sites and activities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Natalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

10/10 Excellent

Liz

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

8/10 Good

Aswathy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
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

Kitty F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect little get-away
beautiful spot. The house was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adult family
Property was clean and well appointed. Location quiet and secluded. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jewels W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience
Good location, friendly hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great Property for Young Families Looking to Explore Rotorua
A great property for young families looking to explore rotorua. A beautiful remote location, but still close enough to reach the amenities and local attractions. We will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

George v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely welcoming hosts, beautiful serene and tranquil area with amazing views. Convenient location for sightseeing, activities and shopping. However you do need your own transportation.

10/10 Excellent

Rie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks so much
We had lovely holiday, thanks for lending a kayak to our son:)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Duck L.

Everything you need is right there.
Everything you need is right there. Great little cottage.

8/10 Good

renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Quiet, comfortable, clean and all we could want
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Waldo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Jayson C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
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