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Waikite Valley Lodge

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a black leather sofa, a wooden dining table, and a kitchen area. - Waikite Valley Lodge (Rotorua District)
A kitchen with a wooden table and bar stools, a microwave, and a stove. - Waikite Valley Lodge (Rotorua District)
A living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall. - Waikite Valley Lodge (Rotorua District)
A man in a white shirt and gray pants playing golf on a grassy field with a hill in the background. - Waikite Valley Lodge (Rotorua District)
A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by a fenced field and a forested hill. - Waikite Valley Lodge (Rotorua District)
Waikite Valley Lodge provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathrooms1938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Waikite Valley Lodge

  • Beautiful modern house on 16 acres and 100 metres from a lake.
    Popular with overseas travellers and ideal for family reunions.
    20 minutes to Rotorua, 35 minutes to Taupo.
    Kayaks provided.
    Thermal hotpools 3km down the road.
    Huge living area with magnificent views.
    Great fishing, watersports, hunting, and golf course close by.
    Many other lakes are in close proximity.

    This lodge is perfectly situated for the wide range of activities in the Rotorua and Taupo area. The house is in a quiet rural area with a beautiful view of the lake, wooded mountains, and lush farmland.

    There are possibly the best hot pools in NZ 3 minutes down the road, as well as a golf course nearby. The Waikato river is 15 minutes drive away. There is a geyser, mud pools, and a lot of interesting thermal activity nearby as well.

    The house itself is a fully functional house with a huge lounge, open plan kitchen, and dining area. It has a large deck area, and can sleep up to 15 people.Come and enjoy it for yourself!

    Special conditions:
    Linen and towels are provided, we will wash these for you after you leave.
    Generally not available Labour Weekend, Auckland Anniversary, Waitangi Day, Queens Birthday Weekend, or 26 Dec to 18 Jan, but please enquire :)
    Minimum stay 3 nights on long weekends.
    Whilst we make every effort to ensure everything is ready prior to your stay this is not a motel. Therefore it would pay to take any necessary items such as toilet paper, soap, shampoo etc as there may not be any at the house.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 Waiotapu, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Te Pā Tū and Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Polynesian Spa and Buried Village. Travelling with kids? Consider Waikite Valley Thermal Pools, or check out an event or a game at Rotorua International Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours. Visit our Waiotapu travel guide
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Rotorua District, Waikato

What's nearby

  • A geyser erupting with steam, surrounded by a rocky landscape and a crowd of spectators.
    Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
    6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • A rope bridge in a forest with illuminated hanging lights.
    Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    20 min drive - 21.7 miles
  • A series of tall poles with decorative elements against a clear blue sky.
    Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
    23 min drive - 22.8 miles
  • Waikite Valley Thermal Pools
    9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Te Pā Tū
    13 min drive - 12.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Waiotapu Tavern
    3 min drive
  • Cafe Nature @Waimangu
    9 min drive
  • Maori Carvings
    25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waikite Valley Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waikite Valley Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waikite Valley Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waikite Valley Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waikite Valley Lodge located?

This family-friendly Waiotapu holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Waikite Valley Thermal Pools. Waimangu Volcanic Valley and Lake Ohakuri are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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