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The internal granny flat.

Golf vacation home in rural Lake Rotoma location

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi (surcharge), bed sheets
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Lake Rotoma, Rotoma
  • Place, Lake Rotoma
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Skyline Rotorua
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the area

Lake Rotoma

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Rotoma and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Rotoehu with a stay here. Lake Rotoiti is within 6 miles (10 km) and Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Rotoma - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lake Rotorua - 34 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 43 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 47 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 56 min drive - 50.3 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rotoma Roadhouse Cafe and Takeaways - ‬19 min walk

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 internal granny flat.

4 adult size Canoes available at house and life jackets. BBQ area. Tranquil, quiet. Native bush walk at back of property. Cycle track and playground near-by. Cell phone reception is not available at the house but it is nearer the lake. Sky TV upstairs and free-view downstairs. DVD players both up and down stairs. All beds have clean white sheets and pillows and blankets. A Nespresso machine upstairs and down. Secure car parking with video surveillance outside only. House needs airing when first open. Golf coarse, soda springs (hot water) nearby, as well as park, Lake Rotoma with excellent trout fishing etc. The House is quite large with three bedrooms upstairs, full balcony, Kitchen, separate dinning, separate toilet, bath and shower, lounge with TV and record player. Downstairs has a large bunkroom, lounge and Kitchenet and a double bedroom and Bathroom with toilet and shower. There is a trampoline and BBQ area outside.
Special conditions:
No smoking at all inside and out.
No pets or animals of any kind.
Families preferred.
No room for large boats - if in doubt contact owner

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
This is a family home it's not a hotel I don't surve food it's not a resteront
If you suffer from any medical condition like asma don't make it my problem go to a hotel where everything's white
My house is not a kennel for your pet dog so make arrangements for your pets it's other people I have to consider make sure you arrive with phone charges
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Queenslander built in 70s set in Native bush Kawerau

Frequently asked questions

How close is The internal granny flat. to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.6 mi (28-min drive) away from the Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The internal granny flat. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The internal granny flat. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The internal granny flat.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The internal granny flat.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The internal granny flat.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The internal granny flat. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The internal granny flat. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The internal granny flat. to downtown Lake Rotoma?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Lake Rotoma.

The internal granny flat. Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 67 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property, just what we needed, plenty of space and homely. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The building is an older building but had everything we needed, great for the price paid.Plenty of space in the house with an amazing forest out the back and a lake to adventure on out the front. Super private and made you feel like you were lost in the bush.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cahon M.

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

Great stay

Place was clean and tidy, we lit the fire and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lito T.

Was a big house that my family & I are grateful for, there were a few things that could be improved, both shower doors weren’t functioning, toilet upstairs basin wasn’t functioning, smell was
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth N.

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

Plenty of space for family members to relax

Awesome property plenty of space to relax. Will definitely book it for the summer season
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruno B.

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

Perfect location ,Very Good Services

Perfect location ,Very Good Services and well enjoyed our stay. Thanks very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Large house and great location

large character house in an excellent location between Tauranga, Rotorua and Whakatane which gave our group plenty of options to explore. It was great having the space to spread out and the listing seemed spot on. Definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homely, follow the instructions around the house and all good. Plenty of room, but be prepared to make the place suit your needs. Help the owner by doing some cleaning, bring the supplies that you need. The facilities are aged but adequate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah H.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious hideaway

We are a large young family and this place offered everything we needed. Plenty of space, beds, fully equipped kitchen and quietly set of the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Vaughan G.

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

Great stay

Very useful venue for a big family or group of friends. Half an hour from Rotorua and the road is safe and well maintained. Property manager Kevin is helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abbygail W.

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

Walking Group Fun

Beautiful location, close to rotorua and all the sites we wanted to visit, but far enough out of town that it was quiet with beautiful views of nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Michele B.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

We recently stayed at this property. Was a big house that enabled us to create memories
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg L.

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

Stay

Was good
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lexie P.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Just needed a bed for the night.

Owner was helpful....the house definitely needed a decent clean/vacuum/dust.With a tidy up, this place could be a lot better.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Holly V.

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

Is as listed

This isnt a 5star accommodation situation however it is as listed and worked perfectly fine for us for the weekend for what we needed. Definitely wouldnt be everyones cup of tea, but thats ok. Host was very friendly and easy to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jenny K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday

We enjoyed our stay, lovely cozy lounge with the fire on and plenty of space for us all. We were disappointed the oven didn’t heat well though, and there was no drier. It rained for most of our stay and we struggled to keep things dry.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark S.

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

Plenty of room, lots of potential.

Missing a few modern essentials like wifi and mobile coverage, but has room for vehicles and guests. 7 of us spread out comfortably. Close to lake, playground, store, boat ramp and far enough away from the main road for a quiet sleep. Would be awesome with some upgrades but is currently one of the cheaper places for its size.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jaime C.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Cheap & Family friendly

There's no getting around that this house needs some serious maintenance - it's musty and full of old carpet & furnishings - but the basics you need; kitchen, bathroom & beds; are clean and comfortable. You do pay for what you get, but our large family was happy with a big house that was very affordable and gave us a base to explore Rotorua. The 4 kayaks were a bonus and definitely a highlight. It's an easy 5 minute walk down to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rota S.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Value for money

This property has a lot going for it. We particularly enjoyed the use of kayaks and the pet goat. Internet was fast and all the appliances worked well.It does have a distinct feeling of visiting your elderly relative who has just stepped out. With some decluttering and professional cleaning this would be the best holiday property out there. But again, then it would not be that affordable. So take your pick.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Karlin R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice spot but the house was musty and dusty

great location close to Kawerau where we were working, Plenty of room for lots of people. But the house was musty and dusty, baby developed a snotty nose and respiratory congestion and could not stay. im not sure it the house needs more airing out/ vacuming or has air bourne mould
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Janis H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Another honest review

This property has the potential to be a great asset. It looked dated in the photos but that wasn't a problem. However, used soap, toothbrushes and facecloths, used dishes on the bench, leaking shower, laundry (not a store room), trip hazard rugs and electric cords need attention. The the beds we used were clean and comfortable but we don't think it was worth the amount we paid! Unfortunately we felt unable to stay another night there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gemma a.

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

Rotoma stay

This property is great value for money. It has a lot of beds in it. Kevin had lit the fire for us before we arrived which was really nice of him. I was a bit worried as someone had said that the place was mouldy so there baby couldnt stay there. We had our baby with us on the friday night and there was no problem. There is an HRV system and no mould. Yes it is an old house but for the cost of it and value for money it is a great stay. Everything that you need is there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

SCott G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Listing not accurate

We arrived at the property and were quite taken aback by the state of it. The pictures on the listing are not a good representation only the place. The place is cluttered with all sorts of appliances and other things. You can see it would have been a great place in the past but needs a lot of tlc and a good clean. The oven stays shut by wedging a spatula agains the cupboard door. We loved the location so close to the lake and had fun with the kayaks available. The kids loved going to see Billy the Goat.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

kath C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Listing far from accurate

The house was smelly, untidy, cluttered, and unsafe. Downstairs was cold and had a strong stench of damp mold. There was still half-eaten food in the fridge and cat food on the floor. We did not stay due to the overall condition of the house. Would not recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Beryl O.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

The house stank and it was filthy. It should not be let to paying customers.

Smoke detectors didn't work, balcony decking was rotten, balcony railing was unsafe, taps leaked constantly. The kitchen appliances need replacing. The house and yard were over flowing with 'stuff'" which made it impossible to clean and hazardous for guests. No amount of airing will improve the "musty" smell, it was just plain filthy. This place is just not habitable and should not be rented out to guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022