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Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake

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Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Dining
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Lake Okareka, Rotorua
  • Popular LocationLake Okareka3 min walk
  • Popular LocationRedwoods Whakarewarewa Forest8 min drive
  • Popular LocationPolynesian Spa14 min drive
  • AirportRotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)17 min drive

Most relevant reviews

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16/10 Good

Retro inside. Very comfy stay. The hosts were very welcoming and the present from their hens was gratefully received!
Jan D.
Feb 14, 2024

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

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

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
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling 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

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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

Rotorua

This apartment is located in Lake Okareka, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, and is in a rural area. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Tamaki Maori Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Skyline Rotorua and Waimangu Cauldron. Consider Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance for a night out or DriftKartz if you're travelling with kids. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Okareka - 3 min walk
  • Lake Tikitapu - 4 min drive
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 8 min drive
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min drive
  • Skyline Rotorua - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bp - 12 min drive
  • McDonald's - 13 min drive
  • Ciabatta Bakery - 12 min drive
  • McDonald's - 15 min drive
  • Burger King - 13 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, Whakarewarewa Hot Springs and Lake Tikitapu. Lake Rotokakahi is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 178 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 231 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 231 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jayson C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it
Close to Okareka lake which my wife would go to each morning to watch the sunrise while the lazy father and son stayed in their beds. We did all do the glow worm kayaking tour on this lake which was amazing and highly recommended. When we looked at the online listing it wasn’t clear that the accommodation is attached to a house. But this didn’t effect our privacy at all. It’s a beautiful house with a close to nature feel about it while still being close to some great activities like the redwood tree walk. We loved sitting on the porch and having tūī and other birds pop over to feed on the bird feeder attached the garage. Thanks to the hosts. We appreciate it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON H.

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

8/10 Good

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky comfy property
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

10/10 Excellent

Rie S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed, well equipped and great location!
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

8/10 Good

Aswathy S.

Comfortable and relaxing
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 Excellent

George v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Hosting
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 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adult family
Property was clean and well appointed. Location quiet and secluded. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gareth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic holiday.
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 Excellent

Waldo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice area. Very quiet and nice views. Outside steps very slippery when wet, my dad slipped and fell on the steps. Otherwise very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

General property information

Reasons to Book
Coffee Maker in Room
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Lake Okareka