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Arias COTTAGE (+ CABIN if avail) large family groups up to 24, Hot Spa pool

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Cottage lounge
Cottage Room #2
Cottage Room #1
Cottage Room #3
Cottage, Cabin, Sleepout locations

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 25

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Rotorua Township, Bay of Plenty
  • Place, Luge Rotorua
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Paradise Valley Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Skyline Rotorua
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Bedroom 1 - Cottage

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2 - Cottage

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - Cottage

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4 - Cabin

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5 - Cabin

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 6 - Sleepout

2 Single Bunk Beds

Lounge - Cabin

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Cottage

Toilet

Bathroom 2 - Cottage

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 - Cottage

Soap · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4 - Cottage

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 5 - Cabin

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Arias COTTAGE (+ CABIN if avail) large family groups up to 24, Hot Spa pool

1970's rustic farm Cottage (max 14) and Cabin (max 6) side-by-side, separated by carport, plus optional Sleepout room (max 4) for larger groups or families on holiday together. Each can be rented separately, or they can be booked together to sleep up to 24 people including the Sleepout.

NOTE: For numbers over 12 persons, you MUST CHECK IF THE SEPARATE CABIN LISTING IS ALSO AVAILABLE!!

Private farmlet with chooks and sheep for the kids to play with, plenty of space and off-street parking, no sulphur, traffic or streets to worry about, massive BBQ and volleyball area, playhouse and sandpit, hot spa pool, extensive decks, fully furnished renovated homes with quality beds and linen. Great for several families on holiday or reunion, school groups or sports teams, or even tour groups wanting some fresh air and privacy from the city rush. We are still very close to town but you would never know it - within town boundaries but seems like you're amongst nature!

ALCOHOL - All bookabach pricing is based on alcohol-free. This is an excellent accommodation for your Stag Do, Hen's Night, or Special Birthday or Family Reunion, as long as you are socialising respectfully until 10pm (go to clubs if you wish to carry on), and we have a 10% deep cleaning surcharge and bond for these alcoholic occasions or kids birthdays, payable separately at checkin.

*All prices include standard clean of bedding, towels, linen and bathrooms when you leave.
Special conditions:
Free wifi is available, or backup in the Lodge mornings & evenings if extender is down
Pets allowed only if restrained and kept out of bedrooms and off furniture - see T&Cs
Smoking outside only, absolutely no drugs or gang affiliations

Extras: All linen included; NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Take the rubbish out, clean the kitchen and do the dishes before you leave; clean the BBQ, and leave all bedding as-is. Our housekeeper does all the beds and bathrooms.

Please note we have external security cameras operating for your peace of mind.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Just ensure adults are supervising the Spa Pool!!
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Yes - 15% Cleaning Surcharge payable separately
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
No dogs are allowed INSIDE - see attached T&C
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING inside any properties
21yrs+ with security +ID if drinking; No swearing, yelling or loud music. Noise down and inside, shut doors by 10pm, quiet as a mouse by 11pm.
Pet's must be pre-authorised; owners sign security separately; pets not allowed in bedrooms or on furniture, crated on kitchen lino for indoors
Checkin by person booking, with ID and credit card for security

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20006197
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24
Note from host: Yes - 15% Cleaning Surcharge payable separately
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 fire extinguisher and 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 Pukehangi, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Eat Street and Rotorua Night Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Ngongotaha and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park. Travelling with kids? Consider DriftKartz, or check out an event or a game at Rotorua International Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Rotorua Township, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Luge Rotorua - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Paradise Valley Springs - 3 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mitai Maori Village - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park - 6 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River’s Catch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Columbus Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wildbean Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Royal Indian Restaurant Tandoori Cuisine - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Arias COTTAGE (+ CABIN if avail) large family groups up to 24, Hot Spa pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Arias COTTAGE (+ CABIN if avail) large family groups up to 24, Hot Spa pool?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arias COTTAGE (+ CABIN if avail) large family groups up to 24, Hot Spa pool on 1 Jul 2026 start from £200, 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 at Arias COTTAGE (+ CABIN if avail) large family groups up to 24, Hot Spa pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Arias COTTAGE (+ CABIN if avail) large family groups up to 24, Hot Spa pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arias COTTAGE (+ CABIN if avail) large family groups up to 24, Hot Spa pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Arias COTTAGE (+ CABIN if avail) large family groups up to 24, Hot Spa pool located?

This family-friendly Rotorua holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mount Ngongotaha, DriftKartz and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park. Rotorua Hospital is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sloane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome stay. Heaps of room for our large family and the hosts were awesome including our kids in feeding the farm animals. Would highly recommend this lace if you are a large family. Close to town and attractions as well
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh O.

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

Amazing Stay

My friends and I had an amazing time, the hosts were incredibly nice and the accommodation was even better than I imagined, I 100% recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was excellent. Plenty of space for the 4 families staying together and Kerris was amazing. Quick to respond to questions and sort things out for us.The kids LOVED the farm tour and had a fabulous time here. We would highly recommend this place and hope that we can come back and stay again sometime soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property for a group getaway. The farm tour is a wonderful little extra. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Waru T.

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

Beautiful home

Lovely home and grounds I would highly recommend staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2022
Nice family, left the place very tidy and clean.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kuini S.

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

Great Property

The place very nive and clean, great location near everything we planned on doing and town centre was just a drive away
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise P.

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

Great family location

This property was well set up for a family group. Good living space and very well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Stay

The family throughly enjoyed the stay and was good that we were all in the same area as well
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Colleen W.

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

Family friendly stay

Aria’s Cottage really catered well for our family of 9. Lots of activities for the children and really appreciated 2 dozen fresh hen eggs on arrival. A great farm stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ciaran F.

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

Lovely weekend getaway

We had a large group of 15 people and the cottage and cabin suited our needs well. The place was clean and tidy and was situated close to Rotorua town. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Hi Ciaran, Thanks so much for staying with us, we really enjoyed having you, and I see by your review that you enjoyed your stay and were happy with the facility. However I note the 4 star rating - can you please let me know what area we need to improve on for your next stay please?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marama M.

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

Big family holiday

We had a large group and this property gave us plenty of space and activities to do while we stayed. Host was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2023
Thanks so much for your lovely comments, ditto, you guys also were great guests and we'd love to have you back next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delline B.

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

Great accommodation and location for our family weekend with 11 children and 13 adults.

Met all our needs and more for our 6 family groups. Highly recommended. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2023
Naww, thank you so much for your lovely review Delline!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Great accommodation for large group

We loved our stay at Arias Cottage and Cabin, perfect, large, accommodating space for a group. Heaps of room and facilities for everyone. Very clean and tidy, had everything you need plus a great deck outside to enjoy the peace and quiet around. Kerris was a wonderful host, looked after us very well! Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kataraina K.

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

Great place especially for large groups

Lovely tidy accomodation for large groups. Lots to do. Beautiful surroundings highly recommend. Well stocked kitchen for large group cooking. We will be back in the summer thanks for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen F.

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

Nice place for families.

The farm setting was very fun for the young kids and lots to do. The kids loved feeding the farm animals and they got a lot of use out of the trampoline (the kids, not the animals). The accommodations are fine, but dated and could use some renovations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Y.

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

excellent accommodation

Thank you Kerris and Chris for an amazing holiday in your cabin and cottage. What an ideal setting and comfortable accommodation. There is everything you need to cook, clean, play and be comfortable in these two adjoining places. The farm visit was an absolute joy for the younger children and the spa was loved by all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

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

Family Annual Get together

Very suitable for our multi family group for ages 8 to 80. Plenty of activities eg spa lawn space and small animal feeding .nice sleeping rooms lots of bathrooms. Multi person kitchen with all essentials. Used own vehicles to access Rotorua attractions .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Family Holiday

We came as a large family group and used the house, cottage and caravan. We enjoyed our time on the farm - thanks for the animal tour. The kids loved having a spa after our full on days of activities. Great shower pressure also. I would recommend this property to future guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank so much Sandra, loved having you guys, and most welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karinya K.

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

Family reunion on the farm

Place was very clean, lots of space, lots of beds, great setup. Kitchen was well stocked, laundry room was a nice bonus. Nice cozy fire for the days it was chilly. Worked very well for our family group and we enjoyed our stay. Both kids and adults all enjoyed the animal feeding, learning about the farm and trying the fresh farm eggs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Friends Reunion - Long weekend

We loved staying at Arias Farm, what a brilliant place to stay with a group of friends for a reunion! We had a mix of adults and children, and even the furry child (dog) was welcomed. Perfect place for a large group to stay and we appreciated the little things such as the large trampoline and fully fenced backyard. Kids loved the animal feeding and "Dumbo" the pig with big ears was a hit.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2024
Nawww, thanks so much for your lovely comments. Ditto, you guys were awesome as well, very quiet, tidy and respectful - we'd love to have you back next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

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

Family time

Great place to take large groups. We were a large group and all our needs were met. We needed a place where we could have family time without being separated in different rooms. Had family meals and the kitchen was stocked with all the equipment we needed. Kerris is great to work with. Thoroughly recommend this as a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayden D.

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

Great for families

Arias Farm was great for our large group (10 adults and six kids). Heaps of backyard space for the kids to play, and a big trampoline which they used a lot. Not a massive house but well set-out so every family group had their own bedroom. Close enough to town and amenities that it's not too much trouble to get anywhere, but still feels very private and away from it all. Also, great spa. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2024
Thank you so much for your lovely comments and communications during your stay. We have also since made repairs to a couple towel rails and latches to keep the place in top shape. Love to have you all again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Toni M.

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

Wonderful stay.

Unsure why this wont let me select 5stars* Beautiful and quiet location, loved our stay. Highly recommended to those who will respect the property. So much space and privacy within and around the cottage/cabin. Big Thank you to the wonderful host, who also gave fresh eggs throughout the duration of our stay 😊 Kids loved the animals and helping with the feeding. Kind regards.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Nawww, thanks so much Toni, our pleasure. Bit surprised to hear you couldn't select 5 stars (which we have rated you as well)? I'll try and send them a message to see what's happening with that...you are the second guest with this issue. Anyways, love to have you back on your next group trip to Rotorua!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail V.

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

FARM FUN!

We visited from Hawaii with a group of 18 people. The kids loved the animals, open space and the volleyball area. Seeing the piglets were on the top faves of the kids list in NZ! Great location, very close to all things in Rotorua! Kerris gave great recommendations and has a book full of things to do! The living area was everyone’s favorite space — especially our night games, laughs and food! Rooms were spacious and comfy! Checking in and out was easy! Definitely recommend Aria’s Farm for a place to stay in Rotorua, especially for larger groups/families! Thank you Kerris & family!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

themis t.

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

family get away

The kitchen was well set up. The house is well laid out. The host were friendly . The free range eggs were great. They contacted us to let us know we could get inn a bit earlier and gave us extra time to leave on the day we were leaving which was a blessing as we were moving a bit slow. . The photos' on book a batch gave us th eimpression hot out door pools were near by which they wern't. Great place for a family with dogs. thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Thanks so much for your comments Themis, we really enjoyed hosting your group and gave you 5 star reviews throughout - we'd love to have you back. So I am a bit surprised to see your 4 star review, as I can't see any comment about fault of the accommodation, and I did clearly label the free mudpool photo as Waiotapu (easily found on Google, south of Rotorua). I have now typed the actual distance under the photo of the mudpools....

About the host

Hosted by Kerris Browne

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I am a busy and active person - besides running the accommodation, farm, and an export business, I also volunteer-coach triathlon, running, and racewalking for the local community.

Why they chose this property

I love this area because it's got a great peaceful farm feel and outlook, yet we are still within the town boundaries and can catch the Citybus just up the road.

What makes this property unique

Animal feeding daily 3:30pm-4:30pm, on a real farm.

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