Title: Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake 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 apartment # Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37960000/37956600/37956561/e35125b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37960000/37956600/37956561/5460100d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37960000/37956600/37956561/ffd4ecb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37960000/37956600/37956561/f0948406.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37960000/37956600/37956561/872af26b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the beautiful lakeside village of Okareka at this lovely ground floor holiday apartment. Nestled among bush-clad hills, unwind to the songs of native birds and enjoy a short stroll to the lakeside reserve with its boat ramp, swimming beach and picnic area. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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 - In a village - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching 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 ### General - Eco-friendly toiletries ## 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 ### 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 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 Located in Lake Okareka, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, this apartment 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 mountain biking and ecotours nearby. [Visit our Rotorua travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua.dx6048125) [View more Apartments in Rotorua](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Apartments.d6048125-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-38.17322%2C176.34651&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TMWnnT_4Pxya1DNwPh0P6nok07I=) Lake Okareka, Rotorua ### What's nearby - Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles - Polynesian Spa - 14 min drive - 6.8 miles - Tamaki Maori Village - 15 min drive - 7.0 miles - Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village - 15 min drive - 7.1 miles - Skyline Rotorua - 20 min drive - 9.9 miles ### Getting around - Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 17 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬12 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive - ‪Eastwood - ‬16 min drive - ‪geyser cafe - ‬15 min drive - ‪Dak Jib Korean Fried Chicken - ‬15 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 and Lake Tikitapu. Lake Rotokakahi is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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