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"Taha Moana" Step out the door onto the lake front

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Lake
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

"Taha Moana" Step out the door onto the lake front

Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for fun. 5 bedrooms, 3 lounges and absolute lakefront, safe swimming and kayaking (supplied free of charge) in the lake, this beautifully appointed home is the perfect place to bring family and friends to unwind our host a small group of colleges for a mini get away or conference.
located only 8 minutes from town, or home is central to attractions and restaurants alike.
Relax or go and play, anything is possible here

Property manager

Cynthia and Joe Kouwenhoven

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 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

  • Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Mitai Maori Village - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Eat Street - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy’S - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gold Star Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burgerfuel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Taha Moana" Step out the door onto the lake front pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Taha Moana" Step out the door onto the lake front?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Taha Moana" Step out the door onto the lake front?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Taha Moana" Step out the door onto the lake front located?

This family-friendly Rotorua vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Skyline Rotorua, Mitai Maori Village, and Volcanic Hills Winery. Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park and Ogo are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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"Taha Moana" Step out the door onto the lake front Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Ideal for family gathering; easily accommodated 6 adults and 4 children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
We had a lovely stay. The house is very spacious with a great kitchen, fab coffee machine and a beautiful view across the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reinhard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute stunning location, tons of space, amazing hosts, thank you Joe
We will be back - amazing place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leandri V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family holiday home!
Amazing spacious home with everything you need! We absolutely loved this house with the most beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

pamela g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rotarua with NZ Family
The property is stunning!!!! It accommodated this mixed group of family getting to know each other. Lovely setting. Beautiful furnishings. Lots of spaces for groups to gather..or have quiet time. I wish we could have stayed for a month!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location, views, gardens, lawns and home.
We were a family group of 9, from a 2 yrs to 70's. Weather was far from ideal for our 3 night stay, but this home delivered so well with its spacious comfort, warmth and relaxation. We had everything we needed, and more Would definitely love to return. Thanks Cynthia and Joe
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lake house
We really appreciated the included kayaks
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W., Houston, TX, US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Perfect home for families!! Close to everything but you feel so peaceful and secluded on the lake. Absolutely gorgeous home that is stocked with everything you could possibly need! Couldn’t ask for anything better :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a view
We absolutely loved our stay at Taha Moana. The view is a show stopper. We really enjoyed waking up and looking out at the lake and the gorgeous scenery. It was a quick and easy 5 minute drive to the shops and a lot of the activities we did (Zorbing, Skyline and the Mitai Maori Village dinner). The check in process was easy and Joe and Cynthia responded to quickly to any messages we sent. When we arrived, we found some treats and snacks had been left for us to have , which was a great touch. As a family of 5, we had plenty of room. Our teen was thrilled with her own upstairs loft type bedroom and powder room. There is also a master bedroom with an ensuite and incredible views of the garden and lake, plus 3 other bedrooms. One with a Queen bed, one with 2 singles beds and another with single bunk beds. The laundry facilities made it easy for us to do a mid-holiday clothes wash which was very handy. There is a washing machine, dryer, washing powder, iron, ironing board and clothes drying rack. The kitchen is beautiful and has all the utensils and equipment you need to be able to cook your own meals. The garage had kayaks and life jackets available to use, however the lake was a bit choppy while we were there, so we did not make use of this equipment. Instead we used the fire pit provided (stored in the garage) and had a great night sitting around the fire out the back, taking in the view before it got dark and enjoying a wine. I highly recommend a stay at Taha Moana. Thank you Joe and Cynthia.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning lakeview
Uninterrupted lake view & peaceful spot only a few mins from town centre. Well-appointed & comfortable with thoughtful touches of hospitality (thank you for the welcome wine & nibbles!). A lovely stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

lucy g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kawaha Point review
I was so glad I chose this property, just as described in the listing. And SO warm, with central heating and heatpumps. I was very pleased to get great communication texts from Joe the week we were due to stay and then when we arrived he was in the next door home and introduced himself. And the next day he checked in via text to make sure all was well. No stress, lovely holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022