Title: Tranquil Lake Side Retreat: Your Perfect Getaway In Holdens Bay 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 # Tranquil Lake Side Retreat: Your Perfect Getaway In Holdens Bay ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110820000/110811500/110811413/17ef5010.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110820000/110811500/110811413/d4034216.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110820000/110811500/110811413/59d72c54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110820000/110811500/110811413/50d30601.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110820000/110811500/110811413/9c455b18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tranquil Lake Side Retreat: Your Perfect Getaway In Holdens Bay provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a gym. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms2314 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Gym - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Tranquil Lake Side Retreat: Your Perfect Getaway In Holdens Bay Welcome to your dream getaway at our stunning 4-bedroom cedar lake house, nestled in the picturesque Holdens Bay, Rotorua. This spacious retreat is designed to comfortably accommodate up to 8 guests, making it perfect for family gatherings or group getaways. With sweeping views of the lake and direct access to a beautiful sandy beach, you'll enjoy a tranquil escape in nature. The expansive 1000m² flat site features fantastic outdoor areas, including a BBQ space and plenty of room for children to play. Inside, you'll find three well-appointed bathrooms, a cozy games room complete with table tennis and darts, and a fully equipped kitchen with all necessary appliances including 2 fridge/freezers. For your comfort, the property includes two heat pumps, Wifi and a large smart TV for entertainment. Stay active with our gym facilities and take advantage of the kayaks and paddleboards available for your use. Just a 5-minute drive away, you can explore the renowned Redwoods Mountain Bike Park, and there are countless beautiful walking tracks and surrounding lakes to discover. Our secure gated property offers peace of mind for your boat and includes convenient bike storage. Located only 8 kms from Rotorua Central and just 2 kms from Rotorua Airport, you’ll have easy access to all the local attractions. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, our cedar lake house is the perfect base for your Rotorua experience. Book your stay today and create unforgettable memories! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video games ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Gym ### 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) ### General - Unit size: 2,314 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 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 ## About the area Holdens Bay, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, is home to this holiday home. Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Skyline Rotorua and Waimangu Cauldron. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Racing Rotorua or Rotorua International Stadium. [Visit our Rotorua travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua.dx6048125) [View more Holiday homes in Rotorua](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6048125-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.11771,176.30573&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:r%7ErgFyuas%60%40%3FS%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40U%40Q%40U%40Q%40U%40QBQ%40UBOBUBQBSBQBUDQDQBQDQDQDQFSDQDQFQFQDOHQFOFQFMHQFOHOHQHOFMJOHOHKHOJMJKHMJMJMJKJMJKJKLKJKLIJKLKJGLILGLMLGLILELGLINELILELENELENENELANGNALENCNALCNAN%3FNCNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40NBN%3FN%40LBN%40NBLDN%40NFL%40NDLDNDLDNDLDLHLDNHLFLDLHLFLHLJLHJFLJJJLHJJJJLJJJJLJJJLJLHLJJHLJNHJHNHNHLHNHPHNFNHPFLFPFNFPFNFPFPDPDPFRDPDPDPBPDPDPBTBPBRBPBTBN%40T%40PBP%40T%40P%40T%40P%40T%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FR%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FPATAPATAPATCPAPATCPCRCRCPCPCREREPCPEPEPERGPEPEPGPGPGNGPGNGPGLIRGLINIPINILINILILKLINKJINKJKNKHKLKJMJKJKJMFKLMJKFMHMJMHMFMHMDMHOFMDMHMDODMBOFMDODM%40ODOBMDO%40OBMBO%40O%3FOBO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOCO%3FOAMCOCOAMEOCOEMAOEOEMGOCMEMEMIOEMGMIMEMIMGMMMGMIKGMKKMMGKKMKKKKKKMKIKOKKIOKKKOIMIMIMKOGMIOIQIOGMISGMGQGOIQEOGQGQEQEQGQESEQEQCQEQESCSCQCQCSCSCQAUCQAQAUAQAUAQAU%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AXVokm6ZDRHo7LlOz6hoRuhjzQA=) Holdens Bay, Rotorua ### What's nearby - Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles - Polynesian Spa - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles - Tamaki Maori Village - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles - Eat Street - 11 min drive - 5.6 miles - Skyline Rotorua - 16 min drive - 8.2 miles ### Getting around - Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 4 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk - ‪Yaki Yaki - ‬10 min drive - ‪Aroma Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪Dak Jib Korean Fried Chicken - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Vnam Kitchen - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tranquil Lake Side Retreat: Your Perfect Getaway In Holdens Bay pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Tranquil Lake Side Retreat: Your Perfect Getaway In Holdens Bay? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tranquil Lake Side Retreat: Your Perfect Getaway In Holdens Bay? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Tranquil Lake Side Retreat: Your Perfect Getaway In Holdens Bay located? > Located in Holdens Bay, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Rotorua and Te Amorangi Museum. Haiku Pathway is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tranquil Lake Side Retreat: Your Perfect Getaway In Holdens Bay Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rajesh M. 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place ! We loved the place ##### Rajesh M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew P. 29 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Great place with lots of space right on the lake. Good place to walk, play and kayak if the weather is good. Would book again. ##### Andrew P. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### clare v. 12 Mar 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getter away We had a lovely time and there was lots to do and enjoy. ##### clare v. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon T. 28 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach Perfect place for a large group to get together. Beach was lovely, shallow for younger children. ##### Shannon T. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Corinne M. 27 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous location and great space for large group We enjoyed our stay! Great location to get everywhere and enjoyed the paddleboards and swim in the lake. Big enough for our group to cook and stay together. Highly recommended. ##### Corinne M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy D. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil indeed Our two families loved staying here, loads of fun for the teens, right on the lake front. Great house with everything you need. Beautiful peaceful views, soft grass and sandy beach. ##### Judy D. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kit M. 27 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Stay in Holden's Bay What a fantastic place to stay in Rotorua. The location is peaceful and quiet, yet close to everything. The house had everything we needed for our family of 5. The kids loved having a game room and a large yard and the adults enjoyed sunsets from the beach. Highly recommended. ##### Kit M. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel M. 13 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Large Family Lake House This house was amazing! We had 9 of us and the kids all got their own beds, plenty of bathrooms, great kitchen and the best of all, the location! Right on the lake with a sandy beach with kayaks, paddle boards available to use. My kids loved it! Also close to other activities in Rotorua. ##### Rachel M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shreya G. 4 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent holiday home! This was a gorgeous property in the most beautiful location. We loved that the lake was on our doorstep. Just note that there are lots of sandflies so sitting outside in the day (or night) can be a bit tricky. James was quick to respond and easy to deal with. Overall a great weekend getaway spot! ##### Shreya G. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris B. 4 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Bach Great Bach with heaps of room and accomodation for the 6 of us.Kayak & Paddle boards added to the fun - and lots of toys and games to keep the little ones entertained.Thanks for the stay :) ##### Chris B. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David H. 8 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake House Plus We toured NZ for 2 weeks and spent 3 nights in the middle of the trip at the house. Unfortunately weather wasn't on our side, but have all the space, games, and great kitchen available meant if we were going to be rained in, we landed in the right spot and had some great family time. ##### David H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham P. 16 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 70th Birthday surprise A great place for our family celebration, allowing for everyone to interact in the fun and games, to make the connection between the birthday girl and the children and grandchildren, times that they will always remember with very fond memories!The location so close to the water allowed for much enjoyment using all the available toys on offer! Kids loved it playing with their grandmother! ##### Graham P. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mikhail T. 4 May 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Mikhail T. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wilco K. 3 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful place. Awesome spot and home. All the amenities were good and lots of games and activities were supplied which was great. Could just blob or do stuff. Absolute lakefront. ##### Wilco K. 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