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Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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 transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 that 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 transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Lake Okareka, Rotorua

What's nearby

  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 20 min drive - 15.9 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?

Checkout 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. 191 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 248 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

Very nice quiet place with lovely surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

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

10/10

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

Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10

Tidy and well equipped. Our hosts are friendly and take pride in their hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Beautiful property that we have returned to, has everything we wanted and kind helpful owners
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

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

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

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

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

10/10

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

Delightful spot and the owners have thought of everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

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

beautiful spot. The house was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10

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

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

Good location, friendly hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

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

8/10

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

8/10

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

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

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

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.
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10/10

Everything you need is right there. Great little cottage.

10/10

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