Title: Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=50574432&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home Cottage in Lake Tarawera with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home ![TV - Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50574500/50574432/59afe49c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50574500/50574432/513660e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, dishwasher, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils - Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50574500/50574432/b66a356c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50574500/50574432/3db6777d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50574500/50574432/bb35673b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a hillside overlooking Lake Tarawera, Kiwiana Bach offers a serene retreat for up to 9 people. Enjoy evenings on the deck with wine in hand, cook up delicious meals on the barbecue and unwind in one of many bedrooms or soak in the hot tub. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 91561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home Featuring stunning views, lots of beds and even a hot tub - welcome to Kiwiana Bach, the perfect place for your classic kiwi holiday. Sleeping up to 9 people, bring your family and friends to enjoy a memorable holiday by the stunning Lake Tarawera. Perched upon the hillside, enjoy your evenings out on the deck admiring the scenery with a glass of wine in hand. Cook up a delicious meal on the barbecue and spend time with your group. At the end of the day, you’ll find plenty of bedrooms with king, queen and single sized beds to suit everyone. If you fancy going for a swim, you’re just a 3 minute walk from the lake’s edge and you’ll find many great fishing spots all around the lake. The home is only a half hour’s drive away from Rotorua City where you’ll find plenty of shops, cafes, supermarkets and restaurants. Enjoy a fun-filled holiday right from Kiwiana Bach! All guests should take care in the back garden as there is a retained section without a barrier to prevent falls.Please note that there is only intermittent mobile phone reception at this property due to the remote location.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.Security camera's are in operation at the front exterior entrance/driveway of the property. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,561 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99750000/99741500/99741498/e997eb0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Highfield Ride | Next to the Forest with Spa Pool Lynmore - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=99741498&PinnedHotelID=99741498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95740000/95733700/95733631/62360eb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### \~ the hunting huts\~ a fresh take on the kiwi bach, perfect for 2 - 12 guests! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Kiwiana Bach Tarawera Tarawera Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home Lake Tarawera 596308 Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.172688,176.38765&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:dv%7DgFyuqs%60%40%3FU%3FQ%40S%3FS%40S%40Q%3FUBQ%40U%40Q%40QBUBQBUBQ%40QDUBQDQBQDSDQDQDQDQFQDQFSDQFMFSHQFMFQHOFMHSFMHOHOJMHOHOHKJOHMJKJKJOJKJKJKJKJKLKJMLGLKJILKLGLILIJGNILELGLENILELENELENELENENCLENANCNCLANCNAL%3FNCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FNBN%3FN%40LBN%40NBNBL%40NDLBNDNDLDNDLDLDNDLHLDLFNDLHLFLHLHJFLJLHLJJFLLJJJJJJLJHJLJHNJJJJHLJNJJHNHNHLHNHNHLFRHLFNHPFLFPFRFLDPFRFPDPFPDPDPBPDRDPBPDPBTBPBPBTBP%40P%40TBP%40T%40P%40T%40P%3FR%40R%3FR%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FP%3FTAP%3FRARARAPATCPATAPCPCTCPCPCTEPCPEPERCPEPEPGPEPGPGREPGLGRGPGLIPGNILGRINILINILININKJKNILKJKLILMJIJMJKJKJKJMLKFMJMHMJKHMFMHMHMFODMFMFMFODMDMDODMDODODMBODMBO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOCM%3FOAOCMAOCOAOCMEOCOEMEOEMEOEMEMEOGMGMGMEOGKIMIMGMIMKKIMKMGKMMKKKKKKKKKKKKMKMKKIMKOIKIOIOKMIOIMGOISGMIOGQGMIQGSGMEQGSEQGQEQEQEQEQESCQEQCQEUAQCQCUCQCUAQAQAUCQ%3FSASAS%3FQAU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=myFxwlL8XrLwkx4YZStyaushDDc=) Lake Tarawera, Rotorua #### What's nearby - Lake Tarawera \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest \- 18 min drive \- 12.2 miles - Polynesian Spa \- 24 min drive \- 15.5 miles - Lake Rotorua \- 24 min drive \- 15.5 miles - Skyline Rotorua \- 31 min drive \- 18.5 miles #### Getting around - Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kebab Kitchen (Lynmore) - ‬20 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬24 min drive - ‪Robert Harris Coffee Roasters - ‬26 min drive - ‪Wendy's Hamburgers - ‬20 min drive - ‪The Pizza Library - ‬21 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home? ### Where is Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kiwiana Bach - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn M. 26 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway with friends From the moment you drive through the gates, this place welcomes you! Great layout, lovely linen, clean & fresh.Great views of the lake and easy access across the road. Nice indoor & outdoor areas for socialising. Would recommend. ##### Robyn M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trudi C. 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing holiday vibes We felt very at home here, super cozy with the fire and spa. Really comfortable and homey ##### Trudi C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olivia S. 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great stay, the Kiwiana Bach has everything you need. Stunning views of the lake, a roaring fireplace and a hot spa made our winter weekend complete! ##### Olivia S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jacqueline H. 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Homely Absolutely loved this property!!! Few flaws but overall a great stay. ##### Jacqueline H. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marnie C. 3 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Brilliant house, Great Lake views! Highly recommended ##### Marnie C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn W. 30 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kiwiana Bach We really enjoyed our stay at Kiwiana Bach. It had a great view of Mt Tarawera and kept us warm on a chilly autumn weekend. The open fire was great and the hot outdoor spa a real treat. ##### Lynn W. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon H. 9 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect spot Great location. Everything clean, fire stacked and heat pump on on arrival. Fantastic! ##### Sharon H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eileen L. 4 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Views and relaxing vibe A lovely warm property with a great view, and a relaxing vibe for a winter stay. ##### Eileen L. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan S. 21 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bach with character in great location Loved this bach: spotlessly clean, loads of character, great location and view, good value. Really appreciate the owners sharing a little slice of Tarawera with us. ##### Susan S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jayne M. 3 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just like home! Very comfortable home, easy to relax in. A short hop across the driveway to a soak the spa. Good heating - fire, air con, heaters. Lovely and cosy, thanks. ##### Jayne M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aidan 11 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Aidan Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Tamarind Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chiang-Mai-Hotels-Tamarind-Village.h1099438.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Newtownards](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newtownards-Hotels.d182722.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Gatehouse (Seal and Porpoise)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardigan-Hotels-The-Gatehouse.h33040598.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostels Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hostels.d4640-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels with Balcony in Gothic Quarter](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gothic-Quarter-Barcelona-Hotels-Hotels-With-Balcony.0-n6046261-0-tHotelswithBalcony.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Tongariro Suites at The Rocks](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Horopito-Hotels-Tongariro-Suites-At-The-Rocks.h9679404.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Suites International At The Signature](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Luxury-Suites-International-At-The-Signature.h1877035.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Balcony in Liverpool](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-Hotels-Hotels-With-Balcony.0-0-d6046241-tHotelswithBalcony.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in St. Lucia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Lucia-Hotels.d6124931.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Barons Court Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Hotels-Mercure-Birmingham-North-Barons-Court-Hotel.h175444.Hotel-Information) > > [Rosewood Matakauri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Matakauri-Lodge.h1097561.Hotel-Information) > > [Richmond Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Richmond-Holiday-Park.h29218591.Hotel-Information) > > [TravelodgeUK Hotels in Leek](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leek-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-0-d6347643--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Grupotel Imperio Playa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sant-Joan-De-Labritja-Hotels-Grupotel-Imperio-Playa.h1375265.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Rotorua](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Hotels-Ibis-Rotorua.h1131218.Hotel-Information) > > [Mayfair Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paphos-Hotels-Mayfair-Gardens.h9798381.Hotel-Information) > > [Anglers paradise and great family holiday place](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makarora-Hotels-Anglers-Paradise-And-Great-Family-Holiday-Place.h37278832.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Aberdeen (ABZ) to Sa Khu (HKT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/abz/hkt/aberdeen-to-phuket) ### Cars ### Packages > [Ancona Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ancona.d394.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Prague Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Prague-Castle-Prague-City-Center.d502375.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Bridlington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bridlington.dx6048866) > > [Visit Lignano Sabbiadoro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lignano-Sabbiadoro.dx6046836) ---