Title: Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera - BACH OF THE YEAR Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera - BACH OF THE YEAR Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33550400/33550317/0623650c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video game console, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33550400/33550317/e2ea3db9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33550400/33550317/bf537809.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33550400/33550317/b8c35be6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33550400/33550317/3b9db13b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Boat Shed, a tranquil lakefront haven with tastefully appointed furnishings and wonderful elevated views of Lake Tarawera. Stroll down the private path to the sandy swimming beach, enjoy paddleboards or kayaks on the lake, relax on the sun-drenched deck surrounded by native birdsong and spectacular Mt Tarawera views. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera - BACH OF THE YEAR 2020 Bach Of The Year - Gold Medal \*\*\*\*\* The Boat Shed has been awarded the GOLD MEDAL out of just over 4000 bach's across NZ in the Bookabach 2020 Bach Of The Year awards. This recently renovated single level four-bedroom lakefront property offers tranquil accommodation with tastefully appointed furnishings. With wonderful, elevated lakefront views set above a lush ponga tree canopy leading to one of the best trophy trout lakes in the world. Stroll down the short private path under the beautiful ponga fern tree canopy to the flat lake edge and a sandy swimming beach. Less than 100 metres in one direction is the Stoney Point Boat Ramp, playground, picnic BBQ area, car parking; the other way is the shared lakefront pumice based Tennis Court and Walking Tracks. Use the tennis racquets to have a game, grab one of the kayaks and head out on the lake to explore or develop your paddling skills on one of the paddleboards on offer - all included in your stay! The Boat Shed offers easy access from Spencer Road for both cars and boats for the whole family with off-street parking. All next to one of the easiest and least crowded boat ramps in Tarawera. Once you've settled in, relax on the sun-drenched deck and enjoy the sound of native birds, the waves on the sand and the spectacular views of Mt Tarawera. Cook a pizza, roast, or coal BBQ meat in our wood-fired oven! Inside, there are polished timber floors, and entertainers wrap around sofa, large square boat shed timber dining table with leather chairs and log fireplace create an elegant atmosphere. The open plan granite kitchen is fully equipped with quality non-stick crockery and utensils and a Nespresso Coffee Machine. Separate TV/Playroom with 60 inch HD TV, Playstation 4, DVD player and Sky TV (including sports channels) make a comfortable stay for the whole family. Lake Tarawera is only a short 5-minute drive to the Blue and Green Lakes, 8 minutes to Lake Okareka, 15 minutes to Rotorua, 30 minutes to Lake Rotoiti, and approximately 1 hour to Tauranga, Lake Taupo, Karapiro, Hamilton and many more attractions. \- Linen BYO or Hire at 25pp \- Firewood supplied \- No mobile coverage \- Free unlimited WIFI Special conditions: The Boat Shed is available for a maximum of 11 guests. To secure your holiday dates a non-refundable deposit of 50% of the rental is payable at the time of booking. The deposit will only be refunded if the house can be relet in the event of a cancellation. The balance of your rental is due 3 weeks before arrival. Please leave the house in a tidy condition. Minimum stay of 3 nights preferred. Extras: Cleaning is required; Optional Linen - NZ$25.00 per person. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video game console - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Unlimited smartphone data usage ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a lake ### Things to do - Kayak - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![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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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Boat Shed Tarawera Lake Front Property Boat Shed Front Property Boat Shed Tarawera Lake Front Boat Shed Front Boat Shed Tarawera Lake Front Property House Boat Shed Front Property House Property Boat Shed at Tarawera - Lake Front Property Boat Shed at Tarawera - Lake Front Property Lake Tarawera Boat Shed Tarawera Lake Front Property Boat Shed Front Property Boat Shed at Tarawera - Lake Front Property Lake Tarawera Boat Shed at Tarawera Lake Front Property Boat Shed Tarawera Front House Boat Shed at Tarawera Lake Front Property Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera Bach OF THE Year Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera - Bach OF THE Year 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-38.19234%2C176.39429&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ws2kBhipsKSIH6-Lt0lZB4WKAXo=) Lake Tarawera, Bay of Plenty #### What's nearby - Lake Tarawera - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Buried Village - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles - Lake Tikitapu - 12 min drive - 5.8 miles - Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 19 min drive - 10.4 miles - Polynesian Spa - 25 min drive - 13.7 miles #### Getting around - Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Airstream Café - ‬8 min drive - ‪Vis Teahouse - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera - BACH OF THE YEAR pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera - BACH OF THE YEAR? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera - BACH OF THE YEAR? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera - BACH OF THE YEAR located? > This family-friendly Lake Tarawera holiday home is located on the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Tarawera and Buried Village. Lake Okareka and Lake Rotokakahi are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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