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Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

Lake Tarawera vacation home with kitchen

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, DVD player, stereo

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Lake Tarawera, Rotorua
  • Place, Lake Tarawera
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Lake Tarawera

On lake.At this Lake Tarawera vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Tarawera and 3 miles (5 km) of Buried Village. Also, Lake Rotokakahi is within 3 miles (5 km) and Lake Okareka is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Tarawera - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Buried Village - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 21 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 29 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 39 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Nature @Waimangu - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Airstream Café - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vis Teahouse - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

Beautiful 3 bedroom house and sleep out at Lake Tarawera with stunning lake and mountain views. Open plans kitchen and dining flows on to lounge and the large deck outside. The large deck overlooks the lake and is well fenced and safe for children. Separate sleepout with double/single bunk bed. Steps walks down to the rear lawn and Te Tora Dr behind the house.

The main house has 3 bedrooms - 2 bedrooms with a queen size bed in each and the third bedroom with a single bed and a set of single bunks.

There is a standalone sleepout (a simple cabin) across the deck. The house has a bathroom/toilet plus a separate toilet (1.5 bathrooms).

The modern kitchen has a dishwasher. The house is equipped with all mod cons. There is a heat pump in the living area and additional oil column heaters for cold winter nights. We also supply linen and towels for your stay.

The house has parking for 3 cars. There's additional parking on the street by the driveway and behind the house on Te Tora Dr. You can also park a boat on top of the driveway before the sharp turn, though you will need to shuffle cars or park them on Te Tora Dr.

This is a house you can really relax in, or enjoy the many activities at the lake or in the nearby Whakarewrewa Forest. There are fantastic walks nearby, world class mountain biking trails, great fishing and swimming on the lake. Lake Tarawera is around 15 - 20 min drive to Rotorua's city centre.

This is our own little piece of paradise and we would like to share it with you. We have nice neighbours who are full time residents so please enjoy the house but treat it with common sense and respect.

Special conditions:
Min. stays - Pls see online booking calendar.
An additional $90 cleaning and laundry fee also applies for each stay.
No smoking please. No pets (sorry).
We supply bedding, sheets, pillowcases, towels, etc. for the three main bedrooms in the house. If you would like to use the sleepout, please bring your own linen and bedding/sleeping bags.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Holiday House Lake Tarawera Rotorua
Holiday Lake Tarawera Rotorua
House Tarawera Rotorua
House At Tarawera, Rotorua
Holiday House at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua Lake Tarawera
Holiday House at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua to downtown Lake Tarawera?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Lake Tarawera.

Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 181 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

julien h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great great place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most beautiful view from the house over the lake and on to the mountain, it was so peaceful and serene! The house was well equipped and very comfortable, such a great stay, thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great amenities and location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed bach, everything you need is there. Beautiful views of the lake - our second stay and will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, everything we needed. Amazing views of the lake. Check in easy. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily book this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful spot! We really enjoyed our stay! The house had everything you needed! Lovely property and great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Genna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, beautiful view! Had everything we needed. We enjoyed our time very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Jack M.

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

Great stay

Great stay thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie-Anne c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet location. Amazing birds and views. Big airy spaces perfect for relaxing
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for the 4 of us . Had everything we needed to be very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelsi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great experience. The host , the view over all a great place to stay. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tony P.

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

Beautiful spot

Great location and the house was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole O.

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

Great stay

Good location, comfy and warm place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house overlooking a stunning view. The house was very tidy and everything was easy to find
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan H.

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

Stunning views, well appointed

This is a great place with everything you need and views to die for. We had an amazing short break and would live to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

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

Great spot!

Our stay was great. We’d stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

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

Wonderful view and a comfortable stay

The view over the lake is lovely and the house is comfortable and well supplied. This is definitely a place we would come back to.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Awesome property

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Well equipped bach with all the essentials for a comfortable stay. Views of the lake are incredible.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonia S.

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

Beautiful view

We loved our stay and especially enjoyed the amazing view. The house was absolutely perfect for us, beautiful and quiet. Perfect for a Weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

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review

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth n.

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

Amazing views

Great home in a location. Very quiet and serene.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

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

Great break

We enjoyed our stay overlooking the lake. Fabulous view and a well equipped property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
good lake view, the living room is big