Title: The Red Barn - Lake Okareka Holiday Home 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 # The Red Barn - Lake Okareka Holiday Home Holiday home in Rotorua with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59985100/59985071/762003b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59985100/59985071/eb8e7177.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59985100/59985071/ee5164c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59985100/59985071/ddfc7680.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59985100/59985071/bf48b92c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Red Barn at Lake Okareka offers a peaceful retreat in tranquil farmland near the stunning Bay of Plenty. Enjoy use of kayaks, mountain bikes, and plenty of parking for both cars and boats. Unwind with Smart TV and complimentary WIFI or gather on the shaded deck for alfresco dining. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 141561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### The Red Barn - Lake Okareka Holiday Home This holiday home may comfortably accommodate 14 guests, but please be advised there are to be no parties held here. Just minutes from Lake Okareka on tranquil farmland sits The Red Barn - a modern, purpose-built home fit to host your next quiet and relaxing group getaway to this stunning Bay of Plenty holiday spot. With plenty of parking for both cars and boats, and a secure garden shed to store equipment, The Red Barn is an ideal facility for holiday makers who want a quiet and peaceful place to return to at the end of the day's adventures. Whether you’re here to enjoy the excellent hiking, biking, fishing and boating, or you’re supporting or participating in a local sporting event, The Red Barn has everything you need. There are even two kayaks and three mountain bikes available for you to use at your leisure! When it’s time to retreat indoors, a huge open-plan living-dining space invites you to sit back and relax. There’s more than enough seating for everyone to be part of the conversation, or gather round the Smart TV for a quiet movie night. Pour yourself your favourite holiday drink, and take advantage of the complimentary WIFI to post your latest holiday snaps! A well-equipped kitchen offers everything you need to self-cater your holiday, and with two fridge-freezers there is plenty of space to store all the favourites you’ve brought from home. Dine at the table big enough for everyone to share a meal together, or fire up the BBQ and dine alfresco on the shaded deck. The young, and young at heart, in your group will enjoy sunny days on the large grassy section. Stage a backyard footy or cricket match, or simply enjoy the tranquility of having this beautifully kept expanse of land all to yourself. At the end of the day’s adventures, three bedrooms plus mezzanine bedroom offer everyone a place to lay their head. The rooms feature a combination of queen and bunk beds, and there is even a port-a-cot available for use. There are also two sofa beds in the living area, should you be looking for a little extra space or privacy in the bedrooms. Two full bathrooms, and two additional toilets provide ample conveniences for everyone. The wet floor shower in one of the bathrooms provides disability access if required. The Red Barn is situated just 400m from the beach and 3km from the boat ramp, making it an ideal spot to enjoy fishing and swimming on your holiday. The forest for hiking and biking is just 4km from your home away from home, and if you’d like to check out the multitude of activities in Rotorua, it’s just a 12km drive into town. Bring everyone together for a quiet and relaxing Rotorua getaway. The Red Barn at Lake Okareka is ready and waiting! As this property is set on working farmland, access to the surrounding paddocks is unavailable.Bedroom 4 is located on the mezzanine floor, overlooking the living area.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.Please note, there is a single security camera located above the verandah at the front door, overlooking the driveway and parking area. The camera will be operating at all times, serving as a security measure to protect both the property and our guests and their belongings. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free internet ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Kayak - Cycling 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) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 fire extinguisher 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as The Red Barn Okareka Okareka 596438 The Red Barn - Lake Okareka Holiday Home Lake Okareka The Red Barn - Lake Okareka Holiday Home Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.161167,176.35072&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:dn%7BgF_ojs%60%40%3FU%3FQ%40U%3FQ%40U%40Q%3FU%40QBS%40S%40OBUBQBUBQ%40SDSBSDOBSDQDQDQDQDQFSDQFQDQFOFQHQFOFQHMFOHOFQHMHOJOFMJOHKJOHMJKJMJMJKJKJKJMJKLKJKLGLMJGLILKLGLIJINGLELILENGLGLCNGLENELENENCLANELANCNANCNAL%3FNCN%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%40LBN%40NBL%40NDN%40LBNDNDLDNDLFLBNFLFLDLHNDLFLHLHJFLJLHLFLLJFLJJJJJJLLJHJLJHLJLJJHLJNHJJNHLHNHNHLHPFNHNFLHPFNFPFPFNDPFPFPDRFPDPDPBPDPDRBNDRBRBRBPBT%40PBT%40NBR%40R%40P%40T%40P%3FT%40P%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FRAP%3FTAPATAPATCPAPCTAPCTCPCPCTEPCPEPEPCPEPERGPEPGPGPEPGNGPGPGNIPGNILGNIPINILINILKNIJKNINKJKJINMJIJMJKJKJKJMJKHMJMFMHMJKHMFMHMFOFMFMDMHODMDMDODMDODODMBO%40ODM%40OBOBM%40OBO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMBO%3FO%3FOCO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCOAOCOCMAOEMAOCOEMEOEMEOEMEMEOIMEMGMGOGKIMGMIMKMIKGMKMIKKMKKKKKKKKKKKKOKKKKIOKOIKKOGMKOIMIOGQIOGMIOGQGOIQGQGOEQGQEQGQEQESEQEQEQCQEQCQEUAQCQCUCQCUAQAQCUAQ%3FUAQAU%3FQAS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ILD2gIY2iN9h06_Emt-Wzdx54aU=) Lake Okareka, Rotorua #### What's nearby - Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 13 min drive - 4.9 miles - Polynesian Spa - 19 min drive - 8.2 miles - Tamaki Maori Village - 19 min drive - 8.4 miles - Eat Street - 20 min drive - 8.6 miles - Skyline Rotorua - 25 min drive - 11.2 miles #### Getting around - Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬15 min drive - ‪Pataka Kai - ‬18 min drive - ‪Dak Jib Korean Fried Chicken - ‬17 min drive - ‪geyser cafe - ‬17 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Red Barn - Lake Okareka Holiday Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is The Red Barn - Lake Okareka Holiday Home located? > Located in Lake Okareka, this holiday home is steps from Lake Okareka and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Lake Tikitapu. Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest 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. Ask a question ## The Red Barn - Lake Okareka Holiday Home Reviews 10 ### 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna K. 17 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place Perfect place to stay with family. Spacious. We loved the place. Home away from home. ##### Donna K. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yvette P. 28 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Location Fabulous location and stunning home. We were able to accommodate our team with ease. The home was peaceful and relaxing. We could relax at the lakes before heading back the the Red Barn. The covered outdoor area added a addition room and we could all eat together. Spacious well equipped kitchen, two bathrooms and laundry with direct access to back door and clothes line was fabulous. Having two fridges is such a blessing. Would be great for a family stay and team. Would definitely recommend and stay again with my family. Easy access to Rotorua and within walking distance to the lake. Don’t hesitate. You won’t be disappointed. Relax and enjoy ##### Yvette P. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LINDA C. 11 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderfull Pictures don't do it justice. Peaceful, handy to city and an extremely well stocked kitchen. Highly recommend ##### LINDA C. 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