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Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake

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A garden with a wooden staircase leading to a house with a dark balcony.
A single bed with a floral bedspread and a headboard, a nightstand, a window with a metal grid, and green curtains.
A cozy living room with a purple sofa, a small table, and a green armchair. A kitchen area is visible in the background with a microwave and a kettle.
A wooden deck with a table and two chairs, a bottle of wine, and a glass on the table.
A cozy cabin interior with a sofa, dining table, and kitchenette.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Okareka
2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Lake Okareka, Rotorua
  • Place, Lake Okareka
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Tikitapu
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room

2 Single Beds

Lounge

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake

Lovely ground floor holiday apartment in the beautiful lakeside village of Okareka. Surrounded by bush-clad hills, relax to the sound of Tui and other native birds.
Environmentally Friendly - Complimentary toiletries made with natural NZ ingredients and supporting NZ Forest and Bird.
A short stroll to the lakeside reserve with it's boat ramp, swimming beach and picnic area, or a short drive to Boyes Beach (very popular with the locals!)
Loads of great walking and mountainbike tracks on your doorstep and the famous Blue Lake just down the road with all of its sporting events.
A 10-15 minute drive to Rotorua with all of its attractions and great places to eat out.
Great fishing on Lake Okareka or a 10 minute drive the other way will take you to Lake Tarawera, with its stunning scenery and world famous trout fishing.

Extras: Linen (included); 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 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20034899
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
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

About the area

Rotorua

Located in Lake Okareka, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, this apartment is in a rural area. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Tamaki Maori Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rotorua Arts Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Lakes Performing Arts Centre and Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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Lake Okareka, Rotorua

What's nearby

  • Lake Okareka - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Tikitapu - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 19 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 28 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Scope - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pantry D'or - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Grøunded - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake located?

This family-friendly Rotorua apartment building is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Okareka and Lake Tikitapu. Lake Rotokakahi is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Christine or Nigel

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What makes this property unique

Handy for Rotorua and all its attractions and activites.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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