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Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Victoria

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with a sink and stools.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a chandelier.
A sunlit corner with a black chair, a potted plant, and a shelf with various items.
A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a dining table, and chairs. There is a large window with a view of a garden and a fence.
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty
  • Place, Rotorua Central Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuirau Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Rotorua

Victoria stay.You'll be steps from Waimangu Cauldron and within a 10-minute walk of Rotorua Central Mall with a stay at this Victoria vacation home. Also, Lakes Performing Arts Centre is within half a mile (1 km) and Kuirau Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Rotorua Central Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kuirau Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Eat Street - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Columbus Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Thai Central Restaurant Rotorua - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Scope - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Black Label Bbq - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chinese Delights - ‬7 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.

Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD

Summary:

A beautifully renovated character villa you can walk from into town, minutes from Kuirau Park's free geothermal pools...



📍 Walk » Kuirau Park (free geothermal park) & the CBD

📍 5 min » Polynesian Spa, Wai Ariki Spa & Te Puia

📍 10 min » Skyline Gondola & Luge, Canopy Tours, Zorb & Redwoods Forest

📍 15 min » Rotorua Airport



✅ Renovated character villa - charm plus modern comfort

✅ Sleeps 6 - two queens plus a kids' bunk room

✅ Deck, BBQ, washer & dryer

✅ 58 Mbps WIFI



The Space:

Central Villa is a beautifully renovated character home in the central Victoria neighbourhood - original villa charm with modern comfort, and close enough to walk into the CBD or over to Kuirau Park's free geothermal pools. Three bedrooms, a private deck and easy off-street parking make it a comfortable base for families or groups.



HIGHLIGHTS

⭐️ Renovated character villa - keeps its original charm with modern comforts

⭐️ Walk to the CBD, Kuirau Park's free geothermal pools, cafes and restaurants

⭐️ Sleeps 6 across two queen rooms and a kids' bunk room

⭐️ Private deck with BBQ and outdoor furniture

⭐️ Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher

⭐️ Washing machine and dryer for longer stays

⭐️ Free off-street parking in the driveway, plus on-street

⭐️ Just 5 minutes to Te Puia and the lakefront



- BEDROOMS -

Bedroom 1: Queen bed

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Bedroom 3: Bunk beds (great for the kids)

Sleeps 6 in total. All bedding and linen supplied.



- BATHROOMS -

One full bathroom, plus a separate toilet.



- LIVING AREA -

Comfortable living areas open off a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, oven, stove and fridge, and a dining table for the group. A washing machine and dryer are on hand for longer stays.



- OUTDOOR AREA -

A private outdoor space with a deck, BBQ and outdoor furniture - a relaxed spot for alfresco meals and downtime.



- PARKING -

Free off-street parking in the driveway, plus on-street parking.



Guest Access:

You'll have the whole villa to yourselves - all three bedrooms, the fully equipped kitchen, the living areas, and the private deck with its BBQ. There's a washing machine and dryer for your use, and free parking in the driveway and on the street.



The Neighborhood:

Central Villa sits in the central Victoria neighbourhood, one of the most walkable pockets of Rotorua. You can stroll to Kuirau Park with its free geothermal pools and steaming footbaths, and on into the CBD for cafes, restaurants and shops. Te Puia's geysers and the lakefront hot pools at Polynesian Spa and Wai Ariki Spa are around five minutes away, with the Redwoods Forest, Skyline, Canopy Tours and Zorb all roughly ten.



Getting Around:

The central location makes getting around easy - the CBD and Kuirau Park are a short walk, with bus stops nearby and free parking in the driveway and on the street. Te Puia, the lakefront and central Rotorua are around 5 minutes by car, the Redwoods, Skyline, Canopy Tours and Zorb roughly 10, and Rotorua Airport about 15 minutes.



Other Things to Note:

WIFI runs at around 58 Mbps. A washing machine and dryer are provided, handy for longer stays. The home is a renovated character villa, so it keeps some of its original period features alongside the modern updates.



Interaction with Guests:

If you need anything at all during your stay, just send us a message 💬 - happy to help 😊

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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

Rules

To help keep our homes and neighbours safe, we may require the lead guest to provide a government-issued photo ID before check-in. In line with Air...

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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.8 mi (13-min drive) away from the Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD to downtown Rotorua?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Rotorua.

Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

penny e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful central location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alana H.

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

Rotorua bliss

Our stay at this property was so nice. The house was situated close to local shops and Rotorua information centre which was a meeting place for a few tours we bookedThe house was clean, inviting, spacious and had everything we needed. Perfect location and such a great vibe!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious and cosy. Close to amenities, without having them across the road. Great kitchen with plenty of crockery and cutlery for longer stays.Easy, covered parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025