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Tiny Home Getaway - a lake retreat

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Deck has outdoor table, and louvres with one wind down side.
Plenty of space to relax and entertain.
Louvres with drop-down side offers further protection if needed.
Relaxing living space.
Living area. Electric heater provided.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5484.4 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Rotoiti Forest, Bay of Plenty
  • Place, Lake Rotoiti
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Skyline Rotorua
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Tiny Home Getaway - a lake retreat

Enjoy a cosy getaway in our converted containers. Set amongst mature native trees, the birdlife is gorgeous to listen to.

Fully lined and insulated with modern features. A 50 min drive from Tauranga and only 20 min from Rotorua city.

The 1000sqm section has plenty of room for boat parking and is only 180m from the boat ramp. There are great forest walks in the vicinity.

After a day out, enjoy an evening relaxing by the chiminea with a drink and toasting marshmallows while gazing at the stars.

As this is our holiday home, it is very well set up and comfortable. It is cozy in winter, and in summer, you can spread out on the large section, which is large enough to park and turn boats around on. The large deck gets sun almost all day, so lovely to relax on in the outdoor beanbags.

A barbeque is provided for cooking outside if you wish. Indoors there is an oven, double hotplate, electric frying pan, and crockpot.

If you have a boat, you are directly across from Honeymoon and Champagne Bay and a short ride to the hot pools. It's a great ride to Okere Falls Store for lunch, also. The boat ramp provides ample parking. If you don't have a boat, you can swim from the beach or treat yourself at Hells Gate thermal pools.

Golf lovers, the Hinehopu Golf Club is only 5km away.

Due to the location some phone networks have differing coverage. 2 degrees has no issues at all, others differ depending on where you are on the property.

3 kayaks are provided for your use. Please stay within the shoreline and the yellow 5-knot markers. Be aware that lake conditions can change quickly so stay within your capabilities.

Bedroom 1: Within the main container, super cosy and with a wardrobe.

Bedroom 2: External access but 5 steps from the main container. Coffee-making facilities mean you can wake up and enjoy a cuppa in bed. This room also has its own couch to relax in your own space.

EXTRA GUESTS: If you want to book 1-2 extra guests, please let us know the circumstances when enquiring. We are happy to be flexible where possible. Over summer, we are happy to negotiate for a campervan or tent on site.

LINEN: Due to the location of our place from our home, we prefer you to bring your own sheets and towels. If this is not possible we can supply linen for the cost of $20 per bedroom (sheets/pillowcases and 2x towels).

Both beds require queen sheets and pillowcases.

Heating is provided in both spaces in winter and fans in summer.

REVIEWS: To check out previous reviews, check out the listing on AirBnB with the same name.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please turn gas bottle off and put blinds down. We only charge a small cleaning fee so appreciate you leaving the rooms clean and tidy.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Rototai

Located in Rototai, this vacation home is on a lake. Te Amorangi Museum and Polynesian Spa are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Okere Falls Scenic Reserve and Lake Rotoiti. Wonderworld Amazement Park and Rotorua Arts Village are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Rotoiti Forest, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Lake Rotoiti - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 23 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 25 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Eat Street - 27 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 32 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Trout & Badger - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tiny Home Getaway - a lake retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tiny Home Getaway - a lake retreat?

As of Apr 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tiny Home Getaway - a lake retreat on Jun 19, 2026 start from $81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tiny Home Getaway - a lake retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tiny Home Getaway - a lake retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tiny Home Getaway - a lake retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Rotoiti and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Rotoehu and Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa. Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools and Lake Rotoma are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sheridan C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with excellent access to boatramp and lake. Large section to lots of parking. Super comfy with everything thought of in terms of needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay! Great quit location, rooms to cater for any size family. Would totally stay again! Thanks again Team for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

LAURANCE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Flyfishing Area

Well located for fishingClean neat property with good accomodation
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Very tidy and well presented property with easy access to the lake and Rotorua
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nat W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with a well equiped and homely place. Easy instructions, everything thought about. Felt at home.Short walk to the lake, friendly locals and beautiful bird song.Def recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Fishing Trip

Ideal beautifully presented tiny home with everything you need and more. Very peaceful place to just relax and watch the beautiful sunsets. Ideal for the two of us with room for more. Great location for our fishing trip. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michal R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway by the lake!!

Such a cute lil place that has everything you need. Area is lovely and quiet. Absolute plus you have access to the Kayaks that you take around the corner to the lake. Magical to kayak around the lake. Will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter break

Well presented.Clear instructions and great communication with owner.Loved hearing the Tuis.Enjoyed our break.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rotoiti stay

Very clean, comfortable, quiet and private. Very well planned and equiped. Great location for access to the other lakes. It was really helpful to have a range of information leaflets in the bach, although no WiFi and intermitant cell phone coverage made trip planning a little harder.But overall a great place for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool tiny house

We loved the layout and location of this converted container bach. We had everything we needed and it was clean and comfortable. Future renters should note that sheets/linens are extra. Also, it can get a little hot and cold inside due to lots of windows and original steel end doors.There are space heaters provided, but no air conditioning.We would definitely like to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay close to lake and ramp.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alasdair N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this place as a summer getaway vacation. Cosy house, nice deck, big section for the boat and a short distance to the boat ramp and lakeside. We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Christine Winstanley

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My husband and I live in Papamoa and this is our lake retreat. We built this ourselves through the transformation of shipping containers.

Why they chose this property

We love the peacefulness of this location, listening and watching the tuis, wood pigeons and other birds in the mature trees surrounding our property. It feels so secluded yet is only a short 20min drive into the city centre of Rotorua.

What makes this property unique

Not often do you get to stay in a true 'tiny home', that at the same time feels spacious with all the amenities you could want to live comfortably. The large section is perfect for tents, campervans and boats. It is a lovely safe neighbourhood with friendly neighbours.

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