Title: Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6048125&destination=Rotorua%2C+Bay+of+Plenty+Region%2C+New+Zealand&selected=66778743&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers ## Photo gallery for Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers ![Pool - Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers (Rotorua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66780000/66778800/66778743/4e507e49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers (Rotorua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66780000/66778800/66778743/db06d58c_edited_5e64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers (Rotorua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66780000/66778800/66778743/093634ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers (Rotorua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66780000/66778800/66778743/c52c9f6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers (Rotorua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66780000/66778800/66778743/099e02c4_edited_bd1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a tranquil retreat at this charming villa, where lush trees create a natural oxygen bar along the adjacent trail. Relax in the garden under blue skies and white clouds with family or friends while listening to the soothing sounds of pine trees. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available £226 includes taxes & fees 31 Mar - 1 Apr ## 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. ### Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers Our Villa is very suitable for large families. There is a trail next to the house. The lush primitive trees along the trail form this quiet and unique natural oxygen bar. Nearby neighbors are walking here. During the day, you can make a pot of tea in the garden, under the trees, two or three confidantes, looking at the blue sky and white clouds, listening to the waves of pine trees, and watching the trees, warm and romantic from now on. Of course, we are also within 10 minutes away from the city, shopping centers, and restaurants and supermarkets. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - 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 ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park 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 ![Luxury House, 5 Bedrooms, Golf View | Living room | Flat-screen TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35050000/35047700/35047627/45454be1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Golf-Side Lodge K Lodge Rotorua Glenholme - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included 8.4 Very good 12 reviews £362 includes taxes & fees 13 Apr - 14 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=35047627&PinnedHotelID=35047627&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Executive lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9180000/9177400/9177369/558e977f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tihi Retreat Tihiotonga - Breakfast included - Free airport shuttle - Kitchen - Dryer 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=9177369&PinnedHotelID=9177369&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27440000/27432400/27432340/38438830.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious lakeside retreat at The Willows, Lake Rotorua Kawaha Point - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 115 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=27432340&PinnedHotelID=27432340&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53980000/53979800/53979705/3faa5746.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Twin Camellias | Modern Lynmore Getaway Lynmore - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 37 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=53979705&PinnedHotelID=53979705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34625200/34625131/fe422425.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Redwoods Retreat | Spa Pool, Fireplace & BBQ! 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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 This property accepts cash 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Amy 's Forest City Villa ## About the area Located in Springfield, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, this holiday home is near theme parks. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Polynesian Spa are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Skyline Rotorua and Springfield Golf Club. Waimangu Cauldron and Lakes Performing Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. [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&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.16536%2C176.23085&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pn9rJ21fBp5OQjmzTHnm12oAhus=) Rotorua, Bay of Plenty ### What's nearby - ![Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126700/5bad7f0c-8a42-483a-a9e9-18582cefd11f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - ![Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126698/09453007-51f9-417f-ab29-af320a114e30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute 4 min drive \- 1.6 miles - ![Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108102/12593aaa-9399-4443-9e32-c007aead5bba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve 5 min drive \- 2.0 miles - Rotorua International Stadium 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Springfield Golf Club 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) 17 min drive ### Restaurants - Ciabatta Bakery 6 min drive - Columbus Coffee Mega Café 7 min drive - Delhi Hut 5 min drive - River’s Catch 4 min drive - Pataka Kai 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers? ### How much is parking at Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers? ### What time is check-in at Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers? ### What time is check-out at Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers? ### Where is Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Forest City Villa for big families/10mins to city centers 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 14 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lena Y. 5 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent experience We had a great time. The house is spacious, clean and tidy. The host is friendly and easy to communicate. ##### Lena Y. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura A. 12 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely large house This was a wonderful home with so much space for our family to spread out. Lovely sitting areas, sun room, and yard. I especially loved walking on the trails behind the house in the beautiful forest. ##### Laura A. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Natasha W. 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious and quiet 2A + 1C aged 15 years. The house is spacious and quiet. A bit dated and needs some TLC and athorough clean (carpets need a good vacuum) but perfectly comfortable. The fireplace did a great job of heating the house - we closed the doors to rooms we weren't using to maximise the heat. Like other guests, we too found the gate entrance a tight squeeze - we have an SUV so just needed to take it slow. ##### Natasha W. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### james c. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful gem just outside town. Beautiful home. My family loved taking pictures in nearly every room due to the decoration. Close to city center. Google maps takes you to the wrong address but easy to get to when you figure it out. Larger cars might have an issue with the narrowness of the gare when leaving but we managed. I left a lighter, kindling and fire starters for the next people as we could find anything at the property to start the beautiful fireplaces with. I will 100% be booking this property in the future. Thank you Amy ##### james c. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kay A. 19 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely and spacious Plenty of space to spread out, very generous sized bedrooms. Nice and quiet too. ##### Kay A. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Shona T. 10 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overnight stay Very clean and tidy slightly cold and one bed very very hard ##### Shona T. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Susan E. 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good large house for a long weekend with friends Quirky house, but had everything you need. Just what it said it was, and the owners were easy to deal with. Nice back section. Google tries to lead you down a footpath, but the owners instructions were great. ##### Susan E. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen O. 21 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Very good house. One note - we stayed in the house in April, it was a rainy day and it was cool in the house, but the owners did not leave firewood for us. ##### Helen O. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Douglas B. 18 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Nice. But? Lovely location. Quiet home. Beds need upgrade. Very modern kitchen. Washer good. Dryer ineffectual. Clothes line dirty. Access to backyard difficult as back door locked ##### Douglas B. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Salva R. 5 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Stay Awesome stay. Would book this place again. A small drawback is the narrow gate entrance. A bit difficult for large vehicles to drive in. ##### Salva R. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dilpreet K. 29 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay Beautiful house 🏠... kids love the place, comfy beds ##### Dilpreet K. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah K. 13 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend stay We were able to get a early check in. The house was lovely. Thank you. ##### Sarah K. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Santhosh G. 16 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Massive manor This truly massive, rambling manor is a great launchpad for adventures in the city. Loved the classic look and interior decor, the conservatory, and the many interesting nooks and crannies. It does get cold in winter, but heaters are provided for each bedroom. One fireplace was out of order and the other didn't have wood. The garden is a little derelict and the driveway/gate is very narrow - will be a problem if you're driving a hummer. But aside from these minor niggles I can't recommend this place highly enough. ##### Santhosh G. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### KANCHANA N. 28 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A villa for group to stay Had a overnight stay with family and friends. Good size 4 bed rooms accommodated 11 including grownup kids. However, bedrooms were bit cold in the night and ideal for 10 grownups to sleep. House is old but amenities were clean and tidy. Unfortunately, our stay was disturbed a lot because of a damaged / unusable bathroom as it limited us to use only one bathroom for 11 to use within our stay. The host was informed the damage just before the check-in and provided us an alternative solution. But the solution didn’t work well for us and our stay ended up with extra 100++ dollars additional to $700+ paid for our one night stay. ##### KANCHANA N. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### john n. 15 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Area Quiet hideaway in Rotorua, Property a little dated but overall a comfortable stay. Bit difficult to driver thru the gate as it on an angle and rather tight ##### john n. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Filomena S. 29 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing long weekend We had a very comfortable stay. The house was exceptionally tidy and has a quite neigbourhood. ##### Filomena S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tolstoy H. 23 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome! Had a comfortable stay, was a really cool place. ##### Tolstoy H. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve Y. 20 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tidy place Nice and friendly owner ##### Steve Y. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Hayden O. 3 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### good Nice home, furniture needs upgrading lock systems need replacing. Nice home, spacious, nice location, beautiful home. ##### Hayden O. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Doug W. 18 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice quiet spacious house Really nice house. It was very cold when we stayed, but the lovely fire kept us warm. Excellent kitchen with everything we needed to cook our meals there. ##### Doug W. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eilish N. 7 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home, great location We had a very lovely comfortable stay, and it was a perfect location to all the food and activities available around Rotorua ##### Eilish N. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen L. 18 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning place to stay. Plenty of room, great kitchen, lovely gardens. Warm and inviting Stunning ##### Karen L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ---