Title: Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6135547&destination=Hamurana%2C+Bay+of+Plenty+Region%2C+New+Zealand&selected=32505007&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!) Immerse yourself in nature's beauty as you relax on the covered deck surrounded by tuis, bellbirds and NZ wood pigeons. ## Photo gallery for Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!) ![Outdoor dining - Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!) 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(Ngongotaha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32510000/32505100/32505007/30ff6fff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Escape to a peaceful haven at Rotorua Shearers' Retreat. Watch sheep and cattle graze from the kitchen, feed chickens, or get acquainted with friendly donkeys while enjoying super-fast Wi-Fi in this warm farmstay. Explore a spacious open-plan dining area and lounge with French doors opening into the private garden area. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Laundry room - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Apr 7 - Apr 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=32505007&PinnedHotelID=32505007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=32505007&PinnedHotelID=32505007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr 8 - Apr 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=32505007&PinnedHotelID=32505007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=32505007&PinnedHotelID=32505007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=32505007&PinnedHotelID=32505007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=32505007&PinnedHotelID=32505007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 17 - Apr 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=32505007&PinnedHotelID=32505007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=32505007&PinnedHotelID=32505007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRotorua-Hotels-Warm-Tranquil-Peaceful-Farm-Bach-Farmstay-Rotorua.h32505007.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRotorua-Hotels-Warm-Tranquil-Peaceful-Farm-Bach-Farmstay-Rotorua.h32505007.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Hamurana, this farm stay is in a rural area and near theme parks. Mitai Maori Village and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Skyline Rotorua and Agroventures. Travelling with kids? Consider aMAZEme and Velocity Valley. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby. [Visit our Hamurana travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamurana.dx6135547) [View more Agritourism in Hamurana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamurana-Agritourism.d6135547-aaAgritourism.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.04095,176.17545&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:z%7EcgFqghr%60%40%3FS%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40U%40Q%40U%40Q%40UBQ%40Q%40UBQBQBUBQBQBUDODSBQDQDQDQFSDQDQFQFMFSFQFOFQFMHSFMHOHOHMHOHMHOHOJMHKJOHOJKJKJMJMJKLKJKJGLMJKLGJKLILILGLILGLILGNGLGLELENILELENENALENCNELCNANCLANANCNCN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FNBNBN%40L%40NBN%40LBNDNBLDN%40LDNDNDLDLHLDNFLFLFLHLFLHLFLHLHJJLFJJLLJFJJLJJJJLJLJJJJHNJJJNHLHNHNHLHNHLHNHNFLHRFLFPFNHPDRFLFPDPDPFRDPDPDPBPDRDNBTBPBPBTBPBP%40TBP%40P%40T%40P%40T%40P%40T%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FR%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FPATAPATAPARARCPARCRCPCRCRCPCRERENCREPEPEPGREPEPGPGNEPIPGNGPGLIRGLINILINININILINILKNKJINKJKJKLKLKJMJKJKFMJKLMFKJMHMFMHMHMFMHMFMDOHMDMHMDODODMDO%40MFO%40ODM%40OBO%40MBOBO%40OBO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAO%3FOCOAOCMCOAOCMAOEOAMGOAOEMEMEOIMEMEMIOEMGMIMGMIMIMGMIKKMGKMMKKGKKMKKKKMKMKKKKIOKOIKKMIOIMIOIOIOIMIOGMISGMGQGOGQGQGOGQEQEQGSEQEQEQCSEOESCSCQCSCSCQCSASAQCSASAQAUAQAU%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TgBCRrDXi2PFlEiaU4Q3vcOozaw=) Ngongotaha, Ngongotaha Hamurana Rotorua ### What's nearby - ![Lake Rotorua](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108094/c3c69607-dd07-4b7d-b17b-0484ce85037c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Rotorua 9 min drive \- 3.1 miles - ![Agrodome](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108112/22a54318-37a2-4d7b-81da-cd386acba22a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Agrodome 13 min drive \- 6.2 miles - ![Hamurana Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610836/527d31a1-092e-439b-b5a9-48e5dc3bdc9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hamurana Springs 13 min drive \- 6.8 miles - ![Mitai Maori Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967428/72378831-de70-4036-a30e-fee1e8118bbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mitai Maori Village 14 min drive \- 7.1 miles - ![Skyline Rotorua](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170998/4baeead8-1912-47ba-8a95-9389a93a4532.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Skyline Rotorua 14 min drive \- 7.3 miles ### Getting around - Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) 27 min drive ### Restaurants - Wildbean Cafe 14 min drive - McDonald's 15 min drive - Taco Bell 15 min drive - Skyline Stratosfare 20 min drive - Cafe Dynasti 10 min drive ## About this property ### Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!) Family-friendly farm stay in a rural location Consider a stay at Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!) and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Smoke-free property, barbecues and games - Outdoor furniture and books Room features All guest rooms at Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!) offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Internet access ### Things to do - Books - Games - Playground - Stereo ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Beach loungers - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) ### More - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Comprehensive recycling policy - Local artist showcase - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dining table - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Freezer - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### More - Air conditioning - Composting - Desk - Desk chair - Dryer - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Living room - Recycling ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules No smoking, vaping or incense burning is permitted inside the house. The property is not to be used as a venue for gatherings or parties. ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector 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 recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Warm Tranquil Peaceful Farm Bach Farmstay Rotorua Hamurana Warm Tranquil Peaceful Farm Bach Farmstay Rotorua Rotorua ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!) pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!)? ### What time is check-in at Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!)? ### What time is check-out at Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!)? ### Where is Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!) located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Warm calm peaceful Farmstay Rotorua with Wi-Fi (but kids don't need to know!) Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 87 8 - Good 40 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kym 2 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Memorable Farm Stay Experience Great place in the countryside - we all enjoyed this. The animals are really friendly, and the kids loved feeding them. Close to attractions with really great hospitality; everything we needed was there. ##### Kym Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic friendly farmstay We had a wonderful time - great location to all Rotorua attractions. Warm cosy, clean, access to animals and farm experience. Celia and John were the perfect hosts- friendly and very helpful with lots of suggestions if you want them. The kids and all of us really enjoyed our stay here. Thank you ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne L. 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country haven From the handwritten welcome note on the blackboard to mingling with the farm animals this was a fantastic stay. The weather not so much but great views and lots of indoor activities provided by host. Celia was very accomodating and nothing was too much bother. We can’t wait to go back! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1ff14073-ceb5-4d3c-a206-8b69d62da664-1749083916275.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/72da2ccd-4822-45f3-b2a3-aad60befc01f-1749083915976.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Anne L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Margaret R. 25 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay at the farm Enjoyed living the farm life while being close to the city. Fresh eggs, shortbread from grandma and milk for the morning coffee. Very nice host. Great family place ##### Mary Margaret R. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Dianne W. 24 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Shearers Retreat Comfortable ,quiet,with every thing we needed. ##### Dianne W. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Tim L. 14 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet, peaceful week This location worked well for us. It was close to activities and town but quiet and relaxing. It’s an older farmhouse with animals to pet. (It’s not an updated modern place but the price reflects that.) ##### Tim L. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany 3 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A lovely little home away from home for our family of five. The kids loved the toys, sharing a room, visiting the chooks and sheep, and jumping on the trampoline, and we loved having everything we needed for meals, a bathtub, and enough room. ##### Brittany Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sébastien C. 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a great break! We wanted some green and proximity to animals? It is exactly what we found in the confortable Shearer Retreat. We have been hosted perfectly. Such a nice break with the family! ##### Sébastien C. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stu 27 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved the warmth and comfort, quiet surrounds and the animals. Hot water pressure in shower a little low but an absolute minor thing with the positives outweighing this easily ##### Stu Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### AJ K. 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for a weekend trip to Rotorua with a 7 year old I was very glad to have booked this accommodation for my family's rainy weekend trip to Rotorua. My 7 year old niece absolutely loved staying here and hanging out with the farm animals, especially the friendly sheep - she couldn't stop talking about them on our drive back to Auckland. The host was lovely too, friendly and accommodating. House was very warm as well. Wifi slowed down every now and then, but wasn't an issue as we weren't there to be on our phones! ##### AJ K. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zanda P. 17 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Glorious outdoors Fabulous stay. Thank you so much Celia! Our kids loved feeding the chickens and lamb. The simple trampoline and bars helped keep them outside. I just want to be back on that deck reading my book surrounded by glorious nature. Other highlights were the outdoor bath and toasting marshmallows under the stars. We thought we knew Rotorua well but Celia recommended some new gems. Hope to go back at some stage. ##### Zanda P. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kasie N. 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Getaway This property isn't just for the kiddos! My group consisted of 3 adults and it was exactly what we needed after weeks of jumping between hostels. Property was clean, spacious, and all appliances worked as expected. We thoroughly enjoyed curling up on the couches and picking a move from the DVD collection in the evenings (a couple are scratched so you might be left hanging at the end). Another hidden gem of the property is how clear the night sky is! I 100% recommend grabbing a chair and watching for shooting starts and marveling at the Milky Way.The fresh eggs from their chickens every morning was a fabulous way to start the days for us as well. Wifi was spotty, but that just gave us the perfect excuse to check out the local coffee shop, Dynasti 3 Will definitely be staying here again if our travels bring us back to Rotorua! ##### Kasie N. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### James P. 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved interacting with the animals! Close to town! We stayed here for the last 10 days and had a great time. We loved to interact with the chicken, sheep, donkey’s & miniature horses. The owner provided us with apples for the donkey’s & miniature horses and feed for the chicken and sheep. Every morning, one of the chickens stopped by our back door for breakfast, we nicknamed him: “More” because he always seemed to want to eat more…The owner also provided us with fresh milk & eggs. The farm has is nicely appointed, plenty of space for a family, with everything that you would need for a relaxing stay in the country. Only 15 minutes away from Rotorua, so you’re close enough to enjoy all of the activities and still enjoy living in the country.For activities, we went to Redwood Altitude zip lines & tree walk, Redwoods Day & Nightlights Treewalk, Mitai Māori Village Cultural Experience & buffet, Forgotten World, Hell’s Gate Geothermal Mud Spa, Skyline 1/2 day Adventure pass: Gondola, Zipline, Luge & SkySwing, HOBBITON & Whakarewarewa - The Living Māori Village. Most awesome was ZORB, a whole different activity.So there is plenty of activities nearby. ##### James P. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiaan d. 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay Can't wait to come and visit again ##### Tiaan d. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael F. 19 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was nice to be in the beautiful countryside just out of busy Rotorua. The kids loved having the animals to feed. The house was well appointed and the host made us feel welcome ##### Michael F. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### clyde t. 12 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Awesome pepole place ##### clyde t. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Bevan H. 2 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easy and quiet Suited our needs fine and easy and friendly host. Thanks. ##### Bevan H. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bevan 27 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We enjoyed our stay. Quiet and spacious. You get what you pay for but everything one needs is there. It was nice for the kids to feed the animals. Fantastic host. Despite a personal emergency, the host still took the time to see us and help us with anything we needed. Recommend and we will be back. Thank you. ##### Bevan Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosemary T. 6 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and quiet holiday This is an old type house setting. Bach like. Basic and functional. So quiet and peaceful with sheep, donkeys and hens. Lovely for us all to get away from then fast pace of our lives and go back in time and have a simple holiday. It is close to all the Rotorua tourist attractions and great eating places. So there is the opportunity to be busy or quiet. ##### Rosemary T. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 Archival ### 4/10 Poor 17 Jul 2015 #### The Bach was ok. The Bach was ok. It's actually more a shed then Bach. Rather cold and basic. Nothing special. To be honest: overpriced compared with other Baches.. Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Terence 15 Jul 2022 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities As tungatuwhena what an embarrassment to New Zealand culture and heritage. To be told the pull out couch is uncomfortable best just to sleep on the couch should have been the que to not staying there Cheap warehouse crap quality sheets on the beds, duvet inners and quit covers obviously second hand op shop quality or no longer needed by the main home The kitchen full of ,anything thing the main farm house or surrounding premises don’t want to use just dumped in this farm stay, no sharp knives to cut your tomatoes let alone your cheese. The shower should be reviewed by health and safety it’s either so hot you get second degree burns or cold there was no way my children could shower without supervision I’m disgusted that this farm who clearly use a community services card to use this farm stay as a tax eversion opportunity think that the inability to portray our county to what it is and ascend the message that hospitality is something farmers can’t do How hard is it to show some bit of hospitality Such as “ we have not been able to sort the out door bath but if you want to give it a go, go ahead” why would I FFS …… disappointment all way round ##### Terence Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian 19 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wir haben uns in der Unterkunft sehr wohl gefühlt. Es ist ein altes Haus mit Flair, welches viel Platz bietet. Für Kinder ist es schön, draußen die Tiere zu beobachten und das Trampolin. Celia war sehr offen in der Kommunikation und immer sehr hilfsbereit. ##### Christian Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denis H. 25 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent séjour Maison très agréable, environnement très calme, à environ 20 minutes du centre de Rotorua. Génial de pouvoir nourrir les moutons, les poules et les ânes. Accueil très chaleureux de Celia. ##### Denis H. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philippa and Gordon D. 22 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A warm winters stay The retreat is a comfortable, family friendly, and easily warmed, place for a winter stay. The kids loved feeding the chooks and enjoyed the books and blocks etc. The kitchen is well kitted out for cooking your own meals. Celia, thank you for a lovely base for our family holiday. ##### Philippa and Gordon D. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Amy C. 1 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Farm Stay The property is clean and Celia is nice host. ##### Amy C. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ---