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Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Lake Tarawera

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lake Tarawera, Rotorua
  • Place, Lake Tarawera
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Lake Tarawera

On lake.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Tarawera and 3 miles (5 km) of Buried Village. Lake Okareka and Lake Rotokakahi are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Tarawera - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Buried Village - 16 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 30 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 39 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 48 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Airstream Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Vis Teahouse - ‬6 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.

Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera

**Only available during peak season**
Comfortable three bedroom home, with great scenic views over lake and hills. Modern fully fitted kitchen with full oven and 2 x fridge/freezer, open plan kitchen/lounge/dining. Kitchen has full facilities (oven/microwave/dishwasher). Lounge has Smart TV with DVD player and unlimited Wifi . Large deck area with outside table, chairs, umbrella and gas BBQ. Games, books and cards available. Main bedroom has King bed, 2nd bedroom has 2 x bunks (sleeps 4) and 3rd bed has 1 x queen - sleeping 8 in total. Only duvets, blankets and pillows supplied - Please bring your own linen, sheets, pillow cases and towels please. Plenty of parking for cars. Cell phone coverage.
Few minutes in car to Boat Shed Bay or Stoney Point to launch your boat, or walk 100m across the road and you are at the lake side.
Enjoy the peace and quiet, the birdsong or try your hand at fishing in Lake Tarawera (fishing licence required). Use this peaceful location as a base for the many activities Rotorua has to offer.
Available during peak season to rent. Families preferred. Max 8 people. (Sorry, not suitable for large groups of adults.)
We seem to be a popular choice for guests while attending weddings at The Black Barn.

Special conditions:
Smoking allowed only outside, and please pick up butts.
Dogs and pets are NOT allowed.

Extras: Cleaning NZ$80.00 per stay - HomeAway add this on automatically;
Please bring your own linen (towels/sheets and bed linen/tea towels)

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: smoking is only allowed outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Recycling

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

Rules

Please bring your own linen (towels/sheets and bed linen/ tea towels). These are not provided.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is only allowed outside

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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 and 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
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Fishermans Retreat Lake Tarawera House
Fishermans Retreat Lake Tarawera
Fishermans Retreat Tarawera
Fishermans Retreat At Tarawera
Fishermans Retreat at Lake Tarawera Lake Tarawera
Fishermans Retreat at Lake Tarawera Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera to the airport?

This vacation home is 14 mi (26-min drive) away from the Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera to downtown Lake Tarawera?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Lake Tarawera.

Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location, lovely house & facilities. Super caring hosts!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and the house worked well for us. Well stocked and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was clean tidy and spacious. The location is wonderful and the views are amazing. The host was easy to contact, welcoming and made sure our stay met our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christian U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, lots of space for parking and boat. Bach mostly renovated which was nice. Close to boat ramp. Had an enjoyable stay, can recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod W.

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

Great holiday

Good location and lovely house for a family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

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

Tarawera weekend fishing.

Great spot and facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a weekend getaway on the lake. Tarawera is a magic spot. The house as clean and tidy and worked well for what we were after. Sally was terrific with her communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jannel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the Lake House! Such a great place to relax and unwind. The house was comfortable, clean, and had everything we needed. Sally had great communication and made everything easy from start to finish. We had a fantastic family getaway and can't wait to come back one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierre H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bonus New Year’s Eve fireworks!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod W.

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

Awesome holiday

Easy well equipped property for a great family holiday. Great location Close to the lake and boat ramp with good parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Excellent location

The house was clean and tidy. Suited our family requirements and was close to The Black Barn where we were attending a wedding.Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

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

Great for a get away

Nice and close to the blue lakes for the marathon event. Great access to lake across the road. Really enjoyed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb V.

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

Lovely lake adventure

Fun weekend - we’ll definitely be back 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh S.

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

Perfect Spot

We stayed at Sally's place to attend a wedding at Black Barn. Location was great, house clean and tidy and communication with Sally was a breeze. Would happily recommend and stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jani C.

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

A relaxing stay

We had a lovley time at Fishermen's Retreat. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and the kids loved kayaking in the lake. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia F.

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

Good bach with lots of beds

A good stay for lots of people. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Great spot

A few nights stay to try out Lake Tarawera. Awesome spot and equally awesome bach. Is as described and had room to park and turn our boat. We'll definitely be returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maddy P.

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

Warm and cosy during a cold Easter spell!

We love magical Tarawera, and your house was the perfect getaway for our family to come home to after mountain biking. Beautiful walks around the lake and a great selection of board games. Clean, warm and cosy!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne F.

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

Getaway for sons wedding

The property was perfect for what we required. Very clean and had beautiful views over the lake and mountains. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a getaway at Lake Tarawera. Hosts very easy to deal with
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod W.

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

Great Holiday

A great house for a wonderful family holiday. Wonderful large deck with lake views. House is in a good location close to the lake and is well setup. Lots of boating, hot pools etc. A+
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurence J.

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

For family wedding

They house is lovely really close to The Blavk Barn were we had family wedding. Host was lovely , we would highly recommend 🙂🙂🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Amazing house, incredible location!

We stayed here for a wedding at The Black Barn and it was everything we needed! Spacious, clean, well-equipped, warm, sunny and perfectly located. Communication with the host was excellent! Check in was a breeze. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon & Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great

Great location. Comfortable accommodation. Good communication with Sally.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy R.

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

A lovely, relaxing spot

We had a wonderful stay at Sallys place. I stayed there with my parents and two young children (age 3 years and 1 year). The place was clean and tidy, equipped with lots of toys and games and everything you need in the kitchen.Lake Tarawera was a beautiful and calming spot, perfect for our weekend away.Thank you so much for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

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

Towns take Tarawera

Sally is an absolute pleasure to deal with. The house had everything we needed and is very handy proximity to the lake. We had a fantastic family holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024