10/10 Excellent
Katie R.
16 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Katie R.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Entire home
Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
2nd Bedroom
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera
**Only available during peak season**
Comfortable three bedroom home, with great scenic views over lake and hills. Modern fully fitted kitchen with full oven and 2 x fridge/freezer, open plan kitchen/lounge/dining. Kitchen has full facilities (oven/microwave/dishwasher). Lounge has Smart TV with DVD player and unlimited Wifi . Large deck area with outside table, chairs, umbrella and gas BBQ. Games, books and cards available. Main bedroom has King bed, 2nd bedroom has 2 x bunks (sleeps 4) and 3rd bed has 1 x queen - sleeping 8 in total. Only duvets, blankets and pillows supplied - Please bring your own linen, sheets, pillow cases and towels please. Plenty of parking for cars. Cell phone coverage.
Few minutes in car to Boat Shed Bay or Stoney Point to launch your boat, or walk 100m across the road and you are at the lake side.
Enjoy the peace and quiet, the birdsong or try your hand at fishing in Lake Tarawera (fishing licence required). Use this peaceful location as a base for the many activities Rotorua has to offer.
Available during peak season to rent. Families preferred. Max 8 people. (Sorry, not suitable for large groups of adults.)
We seem to be a popular choice for guests while attending weddings at The Black Barn.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed only outside, and please pick up butts.
Dogs and pets are NOT allowed.
Extras: Cleaning NZ$80.00 per stay - HomeAway add this on automatically;
Please bring your own linen (towels/sheets and bed linen/tea towels)
Comfortable three bedroom home, with great scenic views over lake and hills. Modern fully fitted kitchen with full oven and 2 x fridge/freezer, open plan kitchen/lounge/dining. Kitchen has full facilities (oven/microwave/dishwasher). Lounge has Smart TV with DVD player and unlimited Wifi . Large deck area with outside table, chairs, umbrella and gas BBQ. Games, books and cards available. Main bedroom has King bed, 2nd bedroom has 2 x bunks (sleeps 4) and 3rd bed has 1 x queen - sleeping 8 in total. Only duvets, blankets and pillows supplied - Please bring your own linen, sheets, pillow cases and towels please. Plenty of parking for cars. Cell phone coverage.
Few minutes in car to Boat Shed Bay or Stoney Point to launch your boat, or walk 100m across the road and you are at the lake side.
Enjoy the peace and quiet, the birdsong or try your hand at fishing in Lake Tarawera (fishing licence required). Use this peaceful location as a base for the many activities Rotorua has to offer.
Available during peak season to rent. Families preferred. Max 8 people. (Sorry, not suitable for large groups of adults.)
We seem to be a popular choice for guests while attending weddings at The Black Barn.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed only outside, and please pick up butts.
Dogs and pets are NOT allowed.
Extras: Cleaning NZ$80.00 per stay - HomeAway add this on automatically;
Please bring your own linen (towels/sheets and bed linen/tea towels)
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is only allowed outside
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Lake Tarawera
Located in Lake Tarawera, this holiday home is on a lake. Skyline Rotorua and Rotorua Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rotorua Arts Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Waimangu Cauldron, or check out an event or a game at Racing Rotorua. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and mountain biking.
Lake Tarawera, Rotorua
What's nearby
- Lake Tarawera - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 18 min drive - 17.4 km
- Polynesian Spa - 23 min drive - 22.7 km
- Skyline Rotorua - 30 min drive - 28.0 km
- Lake Rotoiti - 32 min drive - 33.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Airstream Café - 9 min drive
- Vis Teahouse - 6 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.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Christine M.
3 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christine M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Rod W.
20 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday
Rod W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jannel B.
27 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jannel B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pierre H.
1 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pierre H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Greg K.
8 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tarawera weekend fishing.
Greg K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anne M.
18 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
Anne M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rod W.
22 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome holiday
Rod W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashleigh S.
18 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot
Ashleigh S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maria R.
12 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a get away
Maria R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deb V.
26 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely lake adventure
Deb V.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jani C.
23 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A relaxing stay
Jani C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Georgia F.
29 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good bach with lots of beds
Georgia F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeff L.
13 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Jeff L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maddy P.
17 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and cosy during a cold Easter spell!
Maddy P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joanne F.
3 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Getaway for sons wedding
Joanne F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rod W.
11 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Holiday
Rod W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laurence J.
29 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For family wedding
Laurence J.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jessica C.
2 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house, incredible location!
Jessica C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katy R.
2 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely, relaxing spot
Katy R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Simon & Donna W.
18 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Great
Simon & Donna W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Liz T.
6 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Towns take Tarawera
Liz T.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy B.
3 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family Christmas.
Wendy B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacqui B.
19 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend!
Jacqui B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robyn A.
12 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waitangi weekend stay at Fishermans retreat
Robyn A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
About the host
Hosted by sallon27
Bruce and Sally have owned this property since their 3 girls were young. We have spent many happy family hours here, playing games after dinner and spending daylight hours playing in and on the lake.
Bruce has always loved fishing and Sally is learning to fish now that the girls are grown up. Sally loves to walk along the lakeside.
We live about 2 hours away from the property and enjoy going for the weekend for the peace and quiet that the lake offers us.
Bruce has always loved fishing and Sally is learning to fish now that the girls are grown up. Sally loves to walk along the lakeside.
We live about 2 hours away from the property and enjoy going for the weekend for the peace and quiet that the lake offers us.
Why they chose this property
Over the past few years we have been renovating the property and now have double glazing, insulation through the roof, underfloor and external walls, new bathroom and new toilet with new curtains throughout. We have recently installed a water filtration system so you can now drink the water direct from the tap.
What makes this property unique
Peace and Serenity - listen to the Tui's in the morning. Enjoy the view of the lake and mountain during the day.
Languages:
English
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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