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Waterfront Escape - Lakefront Jetty, Sleeps 14

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A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a view of a lake and hills.
A modern interior with a dining area, a sofa set, and a kitchen counter.
A calm lake with a wooden dock extending into the water, surrounded by grassy banks and hills in the background.
A grassy area with a blue and pink bucket, a purple shuttlecock, and a tennis ball.
A modern house with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Okareka

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty
  • Place, Lake Okareka
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Rotorua

Lake Okareka, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, is home to this holiday home. Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rotorua Arts Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre. Lakes Performing Arts Centre and Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Lake Okareka - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 13 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 21 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 23 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 31 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Eastwood - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Escape - Lakefront Jetty, Sleeps 14 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Escape - Lakefront Jetty, Sleeps 14?

As of 5 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Escape - Lakefront Jetty, Sleeps 14 on 8 Nov 2026 start from £342, 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 Waterfront Escape - Lakefront Jetty, Sleeps 14?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Escape - Lakefront Jetty, Sleeps 14?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Escape - Lakefront Jetty, Sleeps 14?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Escape - Lakefront Jetty, Sleeps 14 located?

Located in Lake Okareka, this holiday home is steps from Lake Okareka and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Tikitapu and Lake Rotokakahi. Buried Village and Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really spacious, clean accomodation. We had a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2026
Hi Lucy, Thank you for staying with us at Waterfront Escape. We're pleased you enjoyed the space and had a wonderful weekend on the lake. We'd love to welcome you back to Rotorua anytime. The InnList Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time staying here. The house and location was wonderful for my big family and there was more than enough room for everybody. The views were breathtaking and I definitely will be back again. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay, the place met all our expectations and we loved the lemon tree and the views :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2026
Daniel, those lemons are a real highlight - guests love them! It was a pleasure having you at Waterfront Escape, and the lake views from that deck really are something special. The InnList Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, very clean, and very private.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot.Very roomy.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for our family to stay for a long weekend. The view was amazing, and I loved how the house was actually big enough to cater for the amount of guests able to sleep there. The hosts were incredible accomodating with adding people for a few extra nights. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing location. Loved the wood burner and lovely heat pumps/throughout the house. Great house for large groups. House was in state of disrepair and clearly not well maintained. Rats come through multiple holes in kitchen walls and eat food off kitchen bench.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2026
Hi Helen, Thank you for your feedback. We've not had any pests for some time but following your reports, we've boosted our pest control measures to ensure they aren't an issue moving forward. We find the house is great for large groups and of course you can't beat the location on a lovely summer day! We hope Rotorua treated you well overall. The InnList Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location. Didn't pick up on the separate unit on site until booking confirmation but worked out fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice big property perfect for a group. Thanks for the early check in :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for groups

We had a pleasant stay, the house was clean and comfortable - great for large families or group of friends. Would recommend to others heading to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Accommodation

Our accommodation met our every need, plenty of room for 6 adults, 5 children staying there. The kids enjoyed the canoeing, kayaking on the lake and plenty of outside area for an Easter hunt. Would recommend the property for family/friends get-togethers
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location. The house was in good condition, bedding comfortable etc. The large deck was great for a large group of people. Just a few minor things - in the kitchen there needs more drinking glasses and teatowels. Also, the knives were blunt. BBQ could have been bigger to deal with cooking a lot of food at once. Minor details on an otherwise good spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Waterfront Escape - Great Getaway

We loved our stay at Waterfront Escape. It was tidy and spacious, and quiet. It was the perfect place to unwind and recharge our batteries. The view over the lake from the property is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house

This place was awesome for our group of friends. The house was really clean and spacious. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
The trip was cancelled due to family reasons.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chasing WWC2023

This home had plenty of beds and bathrooms for our group of 10. It was easily accessed and we were well located for all the activities that we had planned to do in the area. The home was right on the lake and had a beautiful view from the back of the house and patio.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

A true diamond close to the Redwoods

We had an incredible stay at this waterfront property in Rotorua! The location was absolutely stunning, with breathtaking views right on the water. The home was easy to access and perfectly equipped with everything we needed for our group of seven.One of the highlights was the kayaks, which allowed us to explore the lake up close, paddle through the amazing lily pads, and even spot sheep grazing across the water—a truly unique experience! The showers were fantastic as well, adding a touch of luxury to our stay.This property exceeded our expectations, and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a serene, well-equipped getaway in Rotorua.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Pretty Spot, but property is very tired.

Kitchen is not very well equipped. Property was sufficient, but not up to the standards we're used to. Plenty of room. Communication not the best. View is lovely. Property needs some attention.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely situation, quiet and peaceful, the kids loved the canoes and parents appreciated the wetsuits and life jackets. Plenty of room for all 12 of us. Plenty of linen and consumables replenished when we asked. Heating options excellent, and very handy to Rotorua facilities. The nearby walk lovely.The property does need some maintenance though, the dishwasher broke, the problem was attended to promptly but we were unfortunately left with out one for the entire week. Upstairs shower needs replacing / repair, some lights not working, door handles coming off, deck very slippery when wet, and access to deck limited but faulty door.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Maintenance

Overall very enjoyable and only hitch no gas for the BBQ, but felt maintenance had been let slip, lights in one bathroom didn't work, clothes dryer door latch broken, main doors to deck unable to be used, outdoor chair broken, coffee milk-frother agitator missing, broken tile in laundry floor, all minor other than the deck doors and could/should have been repaired before our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not up to the mark expected.

Nice location, beautiful outlook, plenty of indoor space and grassed area towards the lake. Good supply of Air Con units around the house and the furniture was all reasonably good. Good storage in the garage and plenty of driveway space for up to three cars. However, the place really needs a deep clean and some general maintenance, seems pretty neglected in a lot of ways. The adjoining rental is a bit weird with a direct access hollow core door opening onto the internal landing of the master bedroom, easy to hear conversations ! We had a rat in the kitchen eating food overnight, even saw it scuttle under the stove. Management company were informed but seemed not too concerned ? – they have traps under some of the furniture apparently ! Forget bringing a boat. The lake access isn’t deep enough for anything heavier than a jet ski, this would be a struggle though, and muddy. If the adjoining accommodation is being occupied there is effectively nowhere to keep the boat, the driveway is too steep and a sharp transition onto the road. Unfortunately, with borders closed for the last 2 years there has been plenty of price gouging for peak holiday periods, owners may need to re-think this if they want good occupancy going forward. So overall, okay place, but overpriced for what is delivered. With over 12 years renting great places in the lakes district, I wasn't too impressed with this one, but it could be improved.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2022
Thanks for your feedback Andrew. Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. We engaged a pest controller immediately after your stay to catch your unwelcome guest. The unit is separated by a large storage room which neither tenant has access to. They have their own parking in front of their entry and you have the main driveway and double garage for parking. If you are bringing a boat, we do issue a caution about the lake levels in the listing as it does drop with significant periods of no rain fall. With that said, we have just had an enormous amount of rain and the lake levels are back up again and suitable for most lake boats :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Lake Okareka

The accommodation is fantastic! 3 bathrooms, many beds, spacious and the views are beautiful! Beds were most comfortable. A couple of minor things: main living area aircon remote downstairs doesn’t work. Couldn’t use lounge doors to deck, but I imagine that will be repaired soon? We were there for a wedding and hosted 20 on two separate afternoons and everyone commented on how gorgeous the home and location is. We will stay again, for sure 🥂
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location

We absolutely loved this property. Such a stunning view out onto the lake. It was really well set up with lots of beds - perfect for a big group
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location

Ideal for a large family. Comfortable and within easy reach of walking paths & Rotorua city.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay

We had a nice relaxing stay here. Great view of lake and bird life. House is nice and warm with fire going and also had heat pumps. 2nd stay at this property and enjoyed both times. Great not having to take your own linen and bedding! Had everything we needed. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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