Title: Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views ![Outdoor dining - Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33961800/33961774/9c5537e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33961800/33961774/912806f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board - Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33961800/33961774/b72b2fc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33961800/33961774/6a979bd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33961800/33961774/41b0ac27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In a secluded spot in Boatshed Bay, Tui Glen offers a peaceful retreat with an open plan kitchen, dining and living area. Take in the serene views across Lake Tarawera from the deck equipped with outdoor furniture and a gas barbeque. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views An original Lockwood holiday home on a sheltered lake edge section in Boatshed Bay. Furnished with an open plan kitchen, dining and living area and a gas fireplace for winter. Boardwalk and steps lead down through bush and tree ferns to a shared deep water jetty. The deck, equipped with outdoor furniture and a gas barbeque, provides stunning views across the lake to Mt Tarawera and Kariri Point. The carport at the rear of the bach provides cover for two vehicles. Native birdlife abounds, a family of quails occasionally meander over the lawn and glow worms can be seen at the bottom of the steps in the evening. The site is private and peaceful and allows for full enjoyment of all that Lake Tarawera has to offer including safe swimming, lakeside walking tracks, trout fishing, boating, mountain biking or just relaxing. Situated near the start of the Tarawera settlement it is only a scenic 20 minute drive from Rotorua city centre and a short drive to the local lakeside cafe and the Buried Village at Te Wairoa. The nearest boat ramp is a couple of minutes drive along the road, or a five minute walk along the lake front track, and is where guests can park their boat trailers. There is a landline phone at the bach but no wifi at present. There is now also reasonable cellphone coverage in the area. Tui Glen is a great place to escape to at any time of the year and is ideal for couples or small families. \*\*Extras: BYO Linen/ Towels. If not can be provided at extra cost. Please confirm beforehand.\*\* NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - 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. - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Step to reach entrance - Thin carpet in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101100000/101093000/101092948/1bc3fc4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Town Centre Apartment with Wi-Fi Taupō Central - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=101092948&PinnedHotelID=101092948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101516700/101516631/89320894.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Taupō Hideaway Apartment in Acacia Bay Acacia Bay - 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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 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 recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Tui Glen - Lake Front Bach With Stunning Views Lake Tarawera ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.19991%2C176.39043&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qT7iaMqXlJd0igjtmesske8YPrI=) Lake Tarawera, Bay of Plenty #### What's nearby - Lake Tarawera \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest \- 13 min drive \- 9.3 miles - Polynesian Spa \- 19 min drive \- 12.6 miles - Skyline Rotorua \- 27 min drive \- 15.7 miles - Lake Rotoiti \- 27 min drive \- 19.3 miles #### Getting around - Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cafe Nature @Waimangu - ‬33 min drive - ‪Vis Teahouse - ‬3 min drive - ‪Airstream Café - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views? ### What time is check-in at Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views? ### What time is check-out at Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views? ### Where is Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views 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 434 8 - Good 56 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dianne T. 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful place, fantastic location, we enjoyed our stay ##### Dianne T. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Breathtakingly beautiful!Lovely house, very comfortable and clean.An amazing place. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Britta M. 18 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy My sons loved getting away after a week in the city. Bird watching and exploring! ##### Britta M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda S. 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful spot. Lovely cosy bach, clean and tidy. ##### Amanda S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha G. 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 20 years since we last stayed here and it was just as fabulous as we remembered. So relaxing, we didn't want to come home! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3f7de9a0-1c96-4b96-82ee-29f758525fbf-1757978469443.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Samantha G. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe F. 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful serene stay Loved our second stay here, just as clean and tranquil as the first visit. Very easy communication with host :) ##### Zoe F. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Angelica M. 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We love the cozy house and the stunning views. The check in it was easy, kitchen facilities for us it was perfect. We cook breakfast and dinner. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cdb6d40c-b899-4de1-bb4a-0af3a599f463-1754872823040.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fe43185c-8679-46dc-930f-56592b24338f-1754872822382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6e0ee2cc-2d66-491e-8133-5c59be2424dc-1754872820509.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Angelica M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy J. 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mrs This was a lovely getaway. It was cosy and perfect for what we needed. The kayaking was a hit! ##### Cindy J. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda B. 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location We had a great winter weekend here. The bach was comfortable, cosy and very peaceful - with gorgeous view over the lake. The gas fire warmed the whole place really quickly. Great to be in such a beautiful spot, and only a short drive from Rotorua. And really helpful, friendly communications from Carol. Thanks! ##### Linda B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth V. 7 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved our NY stay Beautiful piece of paradise. ##### Elizabeth V. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie G. 22 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another Great Stay This our third time here and as always we had a great time enjoying the view, swimming in the lake and watching the baby quail. ##### Natalie G. Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danita H. 25 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible View The view was stunning! ##### Danita H. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean B. 18 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay Beautiful spot and great clean property ##### Sean B. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter G. 26 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning surroundings Such a beautiful location with a quick walk down some stairs and you are lakeside. Clean, tidy accommodation and it was great to have use of kayaks for the lake. I would highly recommend. ##### Peter G. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guy B. 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This place is Paradise. This is a second time visiting here and may I say it was just aswesome as the first stay. The place is very clean and well organised. The kayaks and the jetty are the real highlight. Will definitely be back in the future. Paradise. ##### Guy B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### judy e. 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway We had another awesome long weekend stay; a perfect location tucked away in the bush with gorgeous views of the lake. So quiet, with everything you need. ##### judy e. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 27 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Slice of heaven on Lake Tarawera Classic kiwi batch with everything you need together with an awesome outlook and direct access to the lake. Unfortunately only two days but with the secluded location and bush surrounds it really felt like we were on holiday! We’ll definitely be back (if we can get a booking! :-) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James W. 16 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Lovely, as advertised. ##### James W. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma H. 10 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Getaway Such a lovely spot with the most beautiful view over the lake! We thoroughly enjoyed heading down to the lake via the private path. The house suited all our needs, and the hosts were very communicative. ##### Emma H. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Landon L. 15 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place to stay! We visited from the US for the Ironman. It’s a shame we were so busy in Taupo during our few days here because we would’ve loved spending more time here relaxing, enjoying the blue water and the kayaks, and sitting on the porch soaking up one of the more beautiful of God’s creations. Communication was great, and we would love to stay here again! ##### Landon L. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jordan C. 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beatiful location! The property was well maintained, clean and tidy and had an absolutely stunning view of the lake. Would definitely recommend this property. ##### Jordan C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe F. 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous little cottage Spotlessly clean, very cosy and comfortable and incredible views. ##### Zoe F. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy W. 1 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a fantastic surprise We loved this cottage!! Great location on the lake with the most amazing view!! Sunrise was epic but the view was incredible all day! Loved the lakefront location. We hiked the Lake Tarawera trail to the Hot Beach -- LOVED it! Wish we could have stayed longer! ##### Nancy W. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig T. 17 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great bach in a stunning location The views from this place are stunning and to top it all off this great bach has everything else you need for a great stay! ##### Craig T. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie A. 1 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer stau Amazing spot, we all loved it. Kayaks were a big hit. Just need to have an alternative place to park a boat trailer. Would love to stay again ##### Stephanie A. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ---