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Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views
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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2
2 Twin Beds
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views
An original little Lockwood holiday home on a sheltered lake edge section in Boatshed Bay. Furnished with an open plan kitchen, dining and living area and a gas fireplace for winter. Boardwalk and steps lead down through bush and tree ferns to a shared deep water jetty. The deck, equipped with outdoor furniture and a gas barbeque, provides stunning views across the lake to Mt Tarawera and Kariri Point. The carport at the rear of the bach provides cover for two vehicles.
Native birdlife abounds, a family of quails occasionally meander over the lawn and glow worms can be seen at the bottom of the steps in the evening. The site is private and peaceful and allows for full enjoyment of all that Lake Tarawera has to offer including safe swimming, lakeside walking tracks, trout fishing, boating, mountain biking or just relaxing.
Situated near the start of the Tarawera settlement it is only a scenic 20 minute drive from Rotorua city centre and a short drive to the local lakeside cafe and the Buried Village at Te Wairoa. The nearest boat ramp is a couple of minutes drive along the road at Kariri Point, or a five minute walk along the lake front track, and is where boats can be launched and boat trailers parked. Please note there is not enough space to turn or park a boat trailer at the property and the Council no longer allow boats on trailers to be left at Kariri Point.
There is a landline phone at the bach for local calls but no wifi at present. There is now also reasonable cellphone coverage in the area.
Tui Glen is a great place to escape to at any time of the year and is ideal for couples or small families.
**Extras: BYO Linen/ Towels. If not can be provided at extra cost. Please confirm beforehand.**
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Native birdlife abounds, a family of quails occasionally meander over the lawn and glow worms can be seen at the bottom of the steps in the evening. The site is private and peaceful and allows for full enjoyment of all that Lake Tarawera has to offer including safe swimming, lakeside walking tracks, trout fishing, boating, mountain biking or just relaxing.
Situated near the start of the Tarawera settlement it is only a scenic 20 minute drive from Rotorua city centre and a short drive to the local lakeside cafe and the Buried Village at Te Wairoa. The nearest boat ramp is a couple of minutes drive along the road at Kariri Point, or a five minute walk along the lake front track, and is where boats can be launched and boat trailers parked. Please note there is not enough space to turn or park a boat trailer at the property and the Council no longer allow boats on trailers to be left at Kariri Point.
There is a landline phone at the bach for local calls but no wifi at present. There is now also reasonable cellphone coverage in the area.
Tui Glen is a great place to escape to at any time of the year and is ideal for couples or small families.
**Extras: BYO Linen/ Towels. If not can be provided at extra cost. Please confirm beforehand.**
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Lake Tarawera
Located in Lake Tarawera, this vacation home is on a lake. Skyline Rotorua and Rotorua Arts Village are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Racing Rotorua or Rotorua International Stadium. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Lake Tarawera, Bay of Plenty
What's nearby
- Lake Tarawera - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
- Polynesian Spa - 21 min drive - 20.2 km
- Skyline Rotorua - 27 min drive - 25.5 km
- Lake Rotoiti - 29 min drive - 31.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cafe Nature @Waimangu - 33 min drive
- Airstream Café - 7 min drive
- Vis Teahouse - 3 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Feb 1, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Tracey B.
Jan 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tracey B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Sue T.
Dec 29, 2025
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Sue T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Dianne T.
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dianne T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Eliot J.
Dec 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eliot J.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
MATT
Oct 2, 2025
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MATT
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Ann M.
Nov 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ann M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jan I.
Dec 22, 2025
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Jan I.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Maik H.
Dec 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maik H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Sep 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Amanda S.
Aug 31, 2025
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Amanda S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Zoe F.
Aug 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful serene stay
Zoe F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Britta M.
Sep 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Britta M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Samantha G.
Sep 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Samantha G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good
Angelica M.
Aug 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love the cozy house and the stunning views.



Angelica M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Karen G.
Oct 8, 2025
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Karen G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Cindy J.
Jul 14, 2025
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Cindy J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth V.
Jan 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our NY stay
Elizabeth V.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Natalie G.
Jan 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay
Natalie G.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Danita H.
Mar 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible View
Danita H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Linda B.
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Linda B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Sean B.
Apr 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Sean B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
James W.
Oct 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
James W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Julie H.
Jul 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Julie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
judy e.
Sep 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
judy e.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Carol
What makes this property unique
Bountiful native birdlife and glow worms at bottom of garden. Kayaks available for guest use.
Languages:
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