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OKAREKA LAKE EDGE VERY POPULAR LAKESIDE PROPERTY WITH WATER TOYS INCLUDED

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Outdoor dining
Kayaking
Front deck to the lake edge
Upstairs view
View down to deck

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom #1 Downstairs (Ensuite shared)

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom (#3)

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs en suite bedroom #4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

OKAREKA LAKE EDGE VERY POPULAR LAKESIDE PROPERTY WITH WATER TOYS INCLUDED

This classic 70's style Lake House, set on the edge of Lake Okareka is somewhere to escape for a few quiet days of tranquility.
Sit on the deck and just watch the ducks and pukeko's. Maybe take a quiet paddle in the kayaks across the lake to the beach or troll a lure to catch a trout. You will need your own tackle and a licence of course! Fishing in this lake is known for being very productive! Or maybe you could take a walk along one of Rotorua's award winning walkways around the edge of the lake and farm perimeter. Lucy Playne one of the farm owners runs a top class horse trekking business on the adjacent farm and if thats you and you want to look across the region the views from up top on the farm are nothing less than sensational. Call Lucy on 07 3628185 or for the website look up Horse Trekking Lake Okareka. The very popular sport of biking today in and around Rotorua offers up to 100 kilometres of trails through forestry tracks, the trail heading to Taupo or simply around the lakes. It really is a bikers paradise! The world mountain bike champs known as Crankworx are being staged in Rotorua in March.
Lake Okareka is one of sixteen lakes in the Rotorua District. It is only 11ks to Rotorua central which has abundant restaurants, cafes and shopping but tucked away from the main busy tourist routes, you can enjoy a quiet peaceful environment. Only minutes from the Blue Lake. We have 3 excellent golf courses to choose from and if its hiking the Tarawera Trail alongside Lake Tarawera can take up to 4.5 hours to walk to Hot Water Beach, or 3 to the Champagne Pool at the Wairua Stream before you come to Hot Water beach, and you can arrange to be collected by the Water Taxi on phone 07 3628080.
This house is situated on the lake edge and children are welcome but one has to watch small children close to the lake edge.
Okareka Lake Edge Comfort is fully equipped, just bring your own food.
Minimum stay of 2 nights, 3 over long weekends etc...
Special conditions:
Although a cleaning fee is charged, guests are expected to leave the house in good tidy condition (this fees covers basic clean and laundry not a major overhaul), linen stripped off beds and house basically tidy. No caravans/tents or camping. No Pets. Minimum 2 nights stay. Pricing is for 6 x guests, an extra $40 per person will be charged for extra adults and kids.

A NEW LARGE SPA POOL HAS JUST BEEN ADDED TO THIS PROPERTY

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$220.00 per stay); Linen (Required, NZ$35.00 per person);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
It would be really helpful if you do the dishes and empty the dishwasher before leaving.
If leaving before Monday 9am please put the rubbish bins out on the road verge. Recycling is every 2nd week & look at other properties to see if more than the RED lid is required to be put out thanks.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
YOU HAVE RESIDENT NEIGHBOURS CLOSE BY SO PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL AROUND CREATING LOUD NOISE/MUSIC ESPECIALLY IN THE GAMES ROOM
WHEN USING THE SPA POOL PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THIS IF WEARING BODY LOTIONS OR ESPECIALLY FAKE TAN. SHOWER FIRST OTHERWISE IT CONTAMINATES THE POOL
IF STAYING ON A SUNDAY NIGHT PLEASE PUT THE RUBBISH BINS OUT ON THE ROAD VERGE. COLLECTION IS ON MONDAY MORNING REGARDLESS OF PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20006551
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Rotorua

Lake Okareka, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, is home to this holiday home. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Tamaki Maori Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rotorua Golf Club and Government Gardens Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Rotorua Arts Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Lake Okareka, Rotorua

What's nearby

  • Lake Okareka - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Eat Street - 16 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 21 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's Hamburgers - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kebab Kitchen (Lynmore) - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pataka Kai - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Oppie's Fish n' Chips - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does OKAREKA LAKE EDGE VERY POPULAR LAKESIDE PROPERTY WITH WATER TOYS INCLUDED have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at OKAREKA LAKE EDGE VERY POPULAR LAKESIDE PROPERTY WITH WATER TOYS INCLUDED?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at OKAREKA LAKE EDGE VERY POPULAR LAKESIDE PROPERTY WITH WATER TOYS INCLUDED on 31 Jul 2026 start from £192, 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.

Is OKAREKA LAKE EDGE VERY POPULAR LAKESIDE PROPERTY WITH WATER TOYS INCLUDED pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at OKAREKA LAKE EDGE VERY POPULAR LAKESIDE PROPERTY WITH WATER TOYS INCLUDED?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at OKAREKA LAKE EDGE VERY POPULAR LAKESIDE PROPERTY WITH WATER TOYS INCLUDED?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OKAREKA LAKE EDGE VERY POPULAR LAKESIDE PROPERTY WITH WATER TOYS INCLUDED?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is OKAREKA LAKE EDGE VERY POPULAR LAKESIDE PROPERTY WITH WATER TOYS INCLUDED located?

This family-friendly Rotorua holiday home is located in Lake Okareka, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Okareka and Lake Tikitapu. Lake Rotokakahi is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 197 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always an enjoyable holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Crawford R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Being right on the water was awesome. Not only for the boat, but the kids loved swimming/jumping from the jetty and kayaking around. The spa on the deck was also a great addition. The size of the house was good for the large group and the games room set up in the garage got used heaps.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elliot G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, New Zealand at its finest. The house is large and relatively comfortable with a whole heap of Kayaks which was awesome as most places only have 2 or 3. Only a couple negatives which bothered me enough to include in a review. The spa water was not usable due to extremely dirty water (needed to be refilled which was not done during our stay). The house was handed to us in a below average state and all the outside bins were full. The property manager came to the house twice over our 5 night stay which felt a little invasive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2026
These people were something of a problem in that they had understated their numbers, and didnt like being challenged on this, but yes the spa was a concern and again keeping on top of spas with back to back bookings with multiple kids using the spas.... The reasons I went there several times were to remove some rubbish from the bin that had built up over the back to back stays with only the one council weekly collection. Its a typical problem at this time of the year after Christmas.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! Lovely house situated with the most spectacular views!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette N.

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

Perfect location - great for large families

The location of this property is stunning. We woke to beautiful lake views every morning. It was so peaceful and relaxing. We had 4 teenagers and 3 adults and the house was the perfect size. Everyone had their space and there were plenty of activities to keep everyone busy.There were 2 pool tables and a ping pong table to keep the teens busy. We went kayaking almost every day and walked along the lake.When we weren’t out exploring the area and participating in all of the local adventure activities (White water rafting, ziplining, zorb ball etc), we were happy to relax back at the house. I would love to rent it out for a month and just relax at the house the whole time - it is so peaceful.The house itself is a little older and a few things in need of repair, but it still provided a wonderful home for us while we were there. We loved the big kitchen and cooked at home for several dinners. The dining table and living areas are also big enough to accommodate large families.The outdoor spa was also a huge hit with everyone!! Honestly, if you’re looking for a home to accommodate a larger family (or even 2 families that’s not too far from the centre of Rotorua, then this is a great option.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryce Alex T.

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

Wedding

It was a lovely spot nice and quiet. Plenty of space for all the family to stay. I cannot find anything wrong with it. Was such a lovely holiday. Thank you all very much cheers Rosemary
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brent m.

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

Family getaway

Just what you need
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

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

Great location

location is fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek v.

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

Amazing spot

Such a cool property that could easily accommodate 3 families.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sam H.

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

lovely lakeside property

Had a great stay as always, perfect place for family
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Great place for extended family

Excellent location on lake front.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lake Okareka Stay

Initially we were a little surprised at how dated and cluttered the property was. We also found the property needed a good vacuum. Some of the bedding was stained. The window latch in a bathroom was broken so we had an influx of bugs overnight. The toilet cistern in the main bathroom also needed replacing. After the cleaner came back and cleaned again - the holiday worked out well. The window was also taped shut for us so that we could use the bedroom and ensuite. I swept the front entrance which was covered in leaves and soil and that helped a lot as well. I swept the decks and the deck out near the jetty - made a big difference. We did have a lawn mower guy come while we were there - with a weed eater - ear muffs so he made no attempt to acknowledge he was completely disrupting our stay - a wood chip bounced off and hit one of our guests but again - nothing from him - had blinkers on. Overall the location was great but accommodation is quite tired and we didn’t really see the value in terms of costs involved. Norman the property manager was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Salman I.

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

Hidden gem

Super nice clean property, stayed here for two nights, did kayaking, had a good bbq on the water front. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amelia E.

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

Amazing weekend

Highly recommend I am definitely keen to go back we had 8 people. Went out on kayaks provided, pool table and table tennis to keep us entertained in the evenings and a wonderful Sap pool ! Best weekend with walks around the lake and we booked horse riding just down the road. We had a great time !!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania S.

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

Best lakeside Bach

Great spot on the lake, love the use of the kayaks :)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice A.

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

Great for boating

Great property, lots of options to keep everyone entertained. Clean and very well equipped. A few things getting a bit tired eg. shower heads.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monique A.

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

Fantastic property

Once again another wonderful holiday here. Our family love this house and we have had so many happy times here. Love the spa and view out to the lake
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

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

Family weekend

Great property with lots of extras. Weather closed in on our last day but still plenty to do with the pool table, ping pong table and spa pool. Lots of space for the family to spread out. The lake is beautiful with lots of birdlife and you can get amongst it in the kayaks.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Annemaree R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Peaceful stay by the lake

Dated home in amazing position on the lake. Clean home. Small lounge/dining on ground floor which is where you would mainly hang out with another lounge upstairs that we didn't really find convenient to use. Kayaks to use, spa pool. Price listed is plus extra guests and plus linen, price was incorrect on listing but has since been updated. Probably not ideal to stay with young kids due to lake frontage. For price of listing needs a bit of work ie dishwasher needs replacement trays, only one scoop of washing powder supplied, pegs all broken little things but just annoying
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

A great family holiday

We find this property works well for a large family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janette P.

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

Family getaway

Neat and tidy. Offered lots of activities aside from the obvious lakeside water attractions. Beaut outdoor area with spa and dining and seating. Had a great time!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike b.

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

Rotorua stsy

This property was excellent for our group of six. We all enjoyed the kayaks and nearby hiking. The house and location on the lake was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurice H.

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

Loved it

Relaxing location and very well set up. Was the perfect place for our mountain bike weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

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

Awesome location

Such a great spot to sit and unwind!. Great outdoor area with views across the lake. Plenty of room for larger groups with separate spaces if thats what you need. Nice large kitchen with plenty of cooking facilities and even a separate fridge for drinks. If we were forced to find a negative point about the home we would say the showers arent great at all, but dont let that stop you staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by 2LAKES Holiday Rentals

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What makes this property unique

Award winning lake Okareka walkway just minutes away

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