10/10 Excellent
Kerry C.
18 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay
Kerry C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Entire home
A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6180 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
- Lake Rotoiti1 min walk
- Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa7 min drive
- Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools12 min drive
- Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)14 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bunk room
1 Single Bunk Bed
Loft beddroom
1 Single Bed
Lower floor double bed room
1 Queen Bed
Master bedroom.
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Down stairs lower floor level
Toilet · Shower only
Master bedroom ensuit
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families
Property manager
Tim Mahoney
Premier Host
Amenities
Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Lake view
Lake Rotoiti Views, Tikitere - Stunning Lake Views
Lake Rotoiti Views, Tikitere - Stunning Lake Views
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, (167 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 55 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Rotorua
This holiday home is located in Tikitere, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, and is in a rural area and on a lake. Rotorua Night Market and Rotorua Central Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Okere Falls Scenic Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Racing Rotorua or Rotorua International Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
What's nearby
- Lake Rotoiti - 1 min walk
- Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa - 7 min drive
- Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools - 12 min drive
- Polynesian Spa - 22 min drive
- Skyline Rotorua - 27 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Terrace Airside - 14 min drive
- Okere Falls Store - 17 min drive
- Robert Harris Cafe - Airport - 14 min drive
- Robert Harris Tea & Coffee Specialists - 11 min drive
- Okawa Bay Takeaways - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donna M.
3 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful & Tranquil
Donna M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cath D.
27 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Proper Bach
Cath D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
robyn s.
25 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet getaway
robyn s.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Tim Mahoney
We live in Auckland and love our retreat in Rotorua.
After busy weeks working in business in Auckland, it's always great to leave the hustle and bustle of the big city behind and recharge the batteries.
The lakeside bach is great whether you're going to Rotorua for an event, visiting family, mowing the lawns, or just taking a break. Every visit is a treat.
Now, we are offering the bach so others can enjoy its charms.
We greatly enjoy seeing locals, out-of-towners, and overseas visitors enjoying their say at Old Charm.
We also enjoy sharing the hidden treasures and places to visit that most people do not see or find while in Rotorua.
We take great pleasure in the feedback and dialog from all travelers and strive to ensure that all visitors enjoy their stay with us.
After busy weeks working in business in Auckland, it's always great to leave the hustle and bustle of the big city behind and recharge the batteries.
The lakeside bach is great whether you're going to Rotorua for an event, visiting family, mowing the lawns, or just taking a break. Every visit is a treat.
Now, we are offering the bach so others can enjoy its charms.
We greatly enjoy seeing locals, out-of-towners, and overseas visitors enjoying their say at Old Charm.
We also enjoy sharing the hidden treasures and places to visit that most people do not see or find while in Rotorua.
We take great pleasure in the feedback and dialog from all travelers and strive to ensure that all visitors enjoy their stay with us.
Why they chose this property
The treasures are the peace, tui singing, dragonflies, wood pigeons, and incredible lake views.
What makes this property unique
We love the unique design of the house. It reminds us of being back in Sweden many years ago.
Its open plan on the upper and lower floors is more like a Kiwi house design.
We've kept the family atmosphere here with board games, music CDs, movies, a BBQ, and old-fashioned decor.
Its open plan on the upper and lower floors is more like a Kiwi house design.
We've kept the family atmosphere here with board games, music CDs, movies, a BBQ, and old-fashioned decor.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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