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Paradise Found at Studio 65. Modern, quiet, studio apartment with lake views

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Studio bedroom
Studio bedroom
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Studio bedroom
Studio bedroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette

About this property

Paradise Found at Studio 65. Modern, quiet, studio apartment with lake views

Funky, modern studio apartment with great lake and rural views. See beautiful sunrises over the lake from the comfort of your bed. The large 42 square metre space provides comfortable sleeping, living and dining, with a separate kitchenette. Outdoor patio with BBQ and outdoor dining. Well provisioned kitchenette with combination washer/dryer, large fridge/freezer, microwave and hotplate. All furniture and appliances are new in 2025. Access is via the large slider on the lake side or the kitchenette door on the other side. The studio is part of our home but is completely separate and private. This is a semi-rural lifestyle property and the most noise you are likely to hear is from the local birdlife. You may also hear our sheep in one of the adjacent paddocks. Come and enjoy a slice of paradise in Hamurana. 500 metres to lake and Hamurana Reserve walkway. Only 7kms (8 minutes) drive to Ngongotaha Village and 15 kms (18 minutes) drive to Rotorua City and its many attractions.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20227178
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Hamurana

Hamurana is home to this apartment. Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Agroventures and aMAZEme. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ogo or Racing Rotorua.
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Hamurana, Bay of Plenty Region

What's nearby

  • Lake Rotorua - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 9 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Eat Street - 15 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 16 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 19 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wildbean Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Skyline Stratosfare - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Dynasti - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise Found at Studio 65. Modern, quiet, studio apartment with lake views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Paradise Found at Studio 65. Modern, quiet, studio apartment with lake views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Paradise Found at Studio 65. Modern, quiet, studio apartment with lake views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise Found at Studio 65. Modern, quiet, studio apartment with lake views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Paradise Found at Studio 65. Modern, quiet, studio apartment with lake views located?

Situated in Hamurana, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Lake Rotorua and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hamurana Golf Course and Hamurana Springs. Agrodome and Agroventures are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lexy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are so glad we decided to stay a little out of town as it was a gorgeous spot. Private, spacious, everything worked and as pictured, easy drive to Rotorua and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2026
Thanks for the lovely review, Lexy. Hope to see you back one day.
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10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly suited our needs, secluded and peaceful. Have already recommended to friends and would be happy to stay again. Great thoughtful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan, 2026
Thanks for the lovely words, Renee. So glad you enjoyed your time in Hamurana. We would love to see you back again one day.
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very quiet location, comfortable accommodations, fantastic view, and very charming and helpful hosts. Kerry sent me a message to let me know my husband had left a shirt behind, and we were able to retrieve it before we left Rotorua. Thank you!
View from the studio.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katja S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir können das Apartment wärmsten weiterempfehlen. Wunderschöne und komfortable Einrichtung, hell und großzügig, die Küche ist darüber hinaus voll ausgestattet. Aber das beste waren die ruhige Lage mit dem herrlichen Ausblick und unser Gastgeber Kerry, der uns mit Information, Auskünften und Ratschlägen jederzeit unterstützt hat.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb, 2026
Thanks for the lovely words, Katja. So glad you enjoyed your time at our place.

About the host

Hosted by Kerry Starling

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I have been hosting for 20 years. My business is The Willows, a spacious holiday retreat at Kawaha Point, Rotorua. My fiancee, Lora, and I met at San Francisco Airport on 30 January 2025 and, following a whirlwind romance involving many trips between New Zealand and the USA, bought our home in Hamurana in October 2025. The property has a perfect space for short term rental use. We both love travelling, meeting people and hosting guests, so this was the ideal arrangement for the property. My interests are football, music, movies, mountain biking and travel. My two adult sons also live in Rotorua and my eldest has also provided me with three grandchildren to keep me entertained.

Why they chose this property

Hamurana is a semi-rural enclave overlooking and adjacent to Lake Rotorua. Our property at Fryer Road has fantastic views of the lake and surrounding countryside. We have 6,000 square metres of paddocks around the house on which we graze 5 sheep. The Hamurana area is very quiet and peaceful and the people are extremely friendly. The lake and Hamurana Reserve with its 5km of lime chip walkway is 500 metres down Fryer Road. I have lived in Rotorua for 40 years and love the area, the lakes, the forests for mountain biking, the geothermal features and vibrant Maori culture. It is also only 7 kms from Ngongotaha, 15 kms from Rotorua and 49 kms from Tauranga.

What makes this property unique

Everything in the studio is brand new. The space is welcoming, spacious and funky. It is very peaceful and has fantastic views. You will be able to see the gorgeous orange morning sun rise while lying in bed.

Languages:

English

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