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Stunning Lake Front Views with Private Garden

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A wooden deck with potted plants and a trash bin.
A kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a refrigerator. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.
A cozy living room with a floral carpet, a white sofa, a pink armchair, and wooden walls.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a white bedspread, a bedside lamp, and a small table with a lamp.
A forested pathway with ferns and rocks, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Rotorua

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Hamurana, Hamurana
  • Place, Lake Rotorua
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyline Rotorua
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Hamurana

Located in Hamurana, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Hamurana Golf Course and Volcanic Hills Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Eat Street and Rotorua Night Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Rotorua International Stadium or Racing Rotorua. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Hamurana, Hamurana

What's nearby

  • Lake Rotorua - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 20 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Mitai Maori Village - 21 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 21 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 23 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Dynasti - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ngongotaha takeaways - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Okere Falls Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hangar Airport Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Terrace Airside - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Lake Front Views with Private Garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning Lake Front Views with Private Garden?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning Lake Front Views with Private Garden on 27 Nov 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 Stunning Lake Front Views with Private Garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Lake Front Views with Private Garden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Lake Front Views with Private Garden?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Lake Front Views with Private Garden located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Rotorua and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hamurana Golf Course and Hamurana Springs. Lake Rotoiti and Tutea Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The host was excellent with communication, making everything easy and stress-free. The property is lovely, right by the lake with lovely views, beautiful gardens and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. A perfect place to unwind and enjoy the surroundings. We would happily stay here again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2026
Hi Brenda, I'm glad you enjoyed yourselves and found our property a relaxing place to unwind. Come again some time, maybe we'll actually get to meet then. 🙂
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and we really enjoyed the kayaking. Very nice host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2026
Hi Lennart, well this is a very late review, but it's anniversary time again! 🌟 Best wishes and you would be welcome to stay again if you are ever back this way.
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10/10 Excellent

Great location, lovely warm fire.

Great location, lovely warm fire. Peaceful surroundings and view of the lake was amazing.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very caring host, giving us good driving instructions ahead of time and a supply of food for breakfast taking in consideration the dietary restrictions of my spouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from Management on 11 Oct 2026
Hi Andre, thanks for your review and you'd be welcome to stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay – highly recommend

Nice property and a beautiful location, right on the lake. Check-in was easy and the host left some items to make breakfast. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks Tracey. I'm so pleased you has a great time and were happy there.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an incredible stay and views. Wish we had more days so we could have taken the kayaks out. Easy and relaxing surroundings. Well stocked and the courtesy yogurts, milk and fresh baked brownies were awesome!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2025
Thanks Bob and it was a pleasure hosting you and Margo. You'd be welcome to stay again if you are ever back in this part of the world.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful weekend away

Had a very relaxing and quiet weekend at wytchwood. Property was clean and private and met our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun 2022
Thanks for that, Emerson and thanks for leaving our place so beautifully clean and tidy. I'm glad you enjoyed your time at the lake, come again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2023
Thank you Nigel. I'm pleased you thought so and enjoyed your stay. You would both be welcome to return sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location outside of Rotorua

Enjoyed the private quietness of the property. Very generous host. Gorgeous garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks Bettina. I'm happy that you enjoyed your stay and liked the garden. I do too :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful paradise

We had a lovely weekend, everything was so easy and it was super relaxing bliss!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Thanks for leaving everything so beautifully clean and tidy. You're very welcome to come again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet house

Good stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks Linda
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sanctuary heaven

Thank Geraldine for sharing your awesome property
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2023
My pleasure. I'm glad you enjoyed yourselves 🙂
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cottage fantastic location

Generous host. Great communication. Lovely home on edge of lake. Shame it was too wet and windy to fully appreciate kayaks and private beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2023
Thanks for your review, Stuart. I'm really happy you enjoyed your stay, it was just a shame the weather was not so great for this time of year. Enjoy the rest of your NZ holiday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Restful retreat

A cosy,comfortable and welcoming property where we felt instantly at ease and at home. The perfect place to come away from the world and reset. Is definitely on our ' return' list.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thanks Helen. You'd be welcome to stay again if you are ever back this way.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A gorgeous place and a wonderful host

Do yourself a favour and stay here. The location is sublime, there's everything you could need in the cottage, and the host is beyond kind and helpful. Rotorua is an easy drive away (without the crowds and volcanic smells), and it's convenient to a multitude of other ways to while away a relaxing break. We'd happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2026
Thank you for your lovely review, Richard. You'd be welcome to return someday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect homely getaway

Great experience from the first contact with Geraldine - she clearly enjoys being a welcoming host and that impression was reinforced by the picturesque garden and homely interior of the property, plus the generous and unexpected supplies. Not quite off the grid as you still have wifi and close to Rotorua.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from Management on 11 Oct 2026
Hi Petrus, thanks for your kind review. I do enjoy hosting and appreciate meeting lovely guests. You'd be welcome to stay again if you are ever back this way.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best weekend away EVER

We absolutely loved our stay at this amazing property! It was such an easy process checking in and getting settled - and was so close to town but also far enough away that we didn’t feel right in town. With no TV as well, it was such a nice and different experience for connecting with each other! We absolutely loved the views, the house and everything to do with this property. Thank you so much again Geraldine for having us - we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2022
Thanks Kylie, I'm so pleased you enjoyed yourselves. And thanks for leaving everything so beautifully tidy. You're welcome to come again, maybe in summer next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

This is a wonderful holiday home. Warm, comfortable and so well appointed with everything you need to enjoy a short break away or an extended holiday. The peace and quiet right on the lake was amazing. Geraldine is a wonderful host and the maker of the best muffins. We have no hesitation in highly recommending Wytchwood House to anyone looking for the ideal getaway. John & Sharon
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2022
Thanks for your lovely comments, John and Sharon. And thank you for being such considerate guests. Come again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Retreat

We spent our last 4 days in New Zealand here, and it was a wonderful, peaceful way to end a busy vacation. We still did activities in and around Rotorua (about a 20-minute drive), but loved coming "home" and relaxing, with the comfortable accommodations and beautiful setting. Beds were comfy, bathroom nice, kitchen with necessary supplies for cooking. Kayaks available for use. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2023
Thanks for your lovely review, Teri. I'm so pleased you felt you could return to the house and just relax, especially for your last few days in NZ.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful location with beautiful lake outlook

Beautiful home with lovely lake and garden outlooks. Geraldine was so welcoming and thoughtful and left provisions in the fridge which was very nice. Every thing you need is provided, and more. A very pleasant, relaxing place to stay.Thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2021
Thank you Robyn. It was really interesting connecting with you again and remembering those long ago days :-) You'd be welcome to return sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Views AND accommodation wowed us

Geraldine welcomed us with so many lovely touches, we were completely overwhelmed. The cottage was even better than described - beautifully furnished - and surrounded by expertly tended gardens, full of interesting plants and artifacts. Lake Rotorua changed constantly so was great to sit out with a drink and enjoy the peaceful views. Wonderful to be away from the busy town, but it was easy to get to everything we wanted. A very good decision!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2024
Thanks for your lovely review and for the card you left me. I enjoyed chatting with you and I'm glad you had a memorable stay. Best wishes for 2024.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Lake Rotorua property

We stayed at Geraldine’s place for two nights in July. When we arrived, she already had a nice fire going for us. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. It’s located opposite city center Rotorua in a charming area with easy access to all the area has to offer. Geraldine is a great host and was very communicative. She even found some gluten free goodies for my sister. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thanks Whitney. I'm sorry we didn't get a chance to meet, but I'm glad you both had a good stay at the lake. Safe travels around NZ.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed Our Stay!

My husband and I are from the U.S. and traveled the South and North islands by car for two weeks. I chose this location because of its location between Rotorua and Hobbiton. This convenient location did not disappoint! Located on a semi-secluded portion of Lake Rotorua, this place was spacious and had all the conveniences of home. Geraldine, the host, connected with me early on and ensured we had everything we needed. I would recommend it for those looking for a lake getaway but still wanting to be close to Rotorua and its activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2022
Thanks for your review, Marti and for recommending our place. I'm so pleased you found everything to your liking and that you enjoyed your stay. Best wishes for your return home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mr Jason Ross

Had an amazing 3 nights at the Lakeside Bach. What a find. Geraldine was a generous and gracious host. The Bach had breathtaking views and was warm and cozy during my Winter stay. Geraldines recommendations were brilliant as I walked the nearby Okere Falls trail and had a soak in the Waikite Valley Springs hot pools. Both were memorable experiences. All in all an excellent Winter get away, I would imagine the Bach would be sensational all year round.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thanks for your review, Jason. It was lovely meeting you and I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Come again in summer - you could go kayaking on the lake :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cottage in a great location

Property was very nice! I do wish I read the property listing a little closer about the heat source being a free-standing fireplace and a space heater. However, it all worked out. Geraldine was very responsive and catered very well to a dietary restriction we had so many thanks for that :) ! Sitting on the deck with a glass of wine and watching the sun go down was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks John, glad you enjoyed the sunsets.
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