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Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake.

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A wooden deck with a black railing, a clear sky, and a view of a green lawn and trees with autumn leaves.
A small building with a garage, surrounded by trees and a wet driveway.
A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a window, a mirror, and a plant.
A neatly made bed with a grey headboard, two bedside lamps, and a grey throw blanket.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a wall with a tropical mural.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • 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
    Near Lake Okareka
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast for a fee
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Lake Okareka, Bay Of Plenty
  • Place, Lake Okareka
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake.

Welcome to Okareka Lakestay. A comfortable renovated home. 2 bedroom's in the main home and a large sleep out in the garage. Only a couple of leisurely minutes walk to Lake Okareka Jetty, and a few more minutes to the boat ramp and Boyes beach. The house is well equipped, there is an inside mountain bike storage area, a large garden with swings for the kids, fruit trees and plenty of off street parking. Enjoy Rotorua and the lakes with ease from Okareka Lakestay.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off the oil heaters
Have a great, safe trip home or to your next destination!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9411952
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

Rotorua

Located in Lake Okareka, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Polynesian Spa and Buried Village are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market. Rotorua Arts Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Lake Okareka, Bay Of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Lake Okareka - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 19 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 20 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 29 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Eastwood - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake. 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. Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Buried Village are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hostPlenty of spaceAnd kōwhai tree beautiful with tūīsHost lent a suit to my partnerVery generous Enjoyed the stay very much
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful area and lovely place. Only sad we didn’t stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Amazing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Location

Awesome location, close to the boat ramp, close to the bike park, walks to beach/lake, surrounds. We enjoyed our stay very much and would/will stay again
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan, 2025
Fantastic guests, friendly and communicative. Highly recommended to any host. Would be privileged to host them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Was an amazing place, would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great modern bach

Bach is nicely renovated and clean and has everything you need. Hosts are super friendly. Short drive from Rotorua and 5min walk from the lake. Can highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very good value for the price. Can not complain. Would definitely come back to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great value and great location

Absolutely love staying at this bach. Stayed before and always stay for a week at a time. Sleepout is great as an overflow for the kids. Rich is awesome and always available.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Carpet downstairs smelled damp, otherwise great property. Owners helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

We loved our stay here and enjoyed every minute of it. The place the located in the right place with the lake down the road and it was very warm. Rich was very accomodating and very responsive. Thank you so much for being the bestest host. Would recommend to anyone else and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice cottage in Okareka

Rich went out of his way to make sure our stay was smooth and to tell us about the area. The third bedroom sleep out is separate so it was not an option for our younger kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2024
Pleasure having you with us Eve. Travel safe. Rich
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location for summer

Close to the lake, with a lovely outlook, specially when it's warm enough to sit out on the deck and enjoy the birds. Lots of heaters are provided, so while it was warm enough when using these in May, we found the sleepout and downstairs bedroom a bit musty, and it would be good to have warmer bedding for winter. Kitchen was well equipped, and very accessible nearby host. Size is smaller than it appears in photos.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
No TV. Yes the listing said games. Never had a hotel, B&B, VRBO that didn’t have a TV. Put that in listing. No chairs for dining. Only metal stools. Shower way too cold: 30-31, not 37-41.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Didn't suit us unfortunately

Lake Okareka is a great location but our enjoyment here was limited by uncomfortably hard mattresses making it difficult to sleep, difficult access for boat and not much to do inside. Fortunately the weather was good enough for boating and mountain biking so we didn't spend much time at the bach itself. Even though there is room for 8 sleeping the living areas would be large enough to accommodate this number of people. Also had mice in the rubbish and downstairs on the first night.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2025
Thanks for the review. I was not aware of the mice I could have come and set traps if I’d known. Due to the location of the property, a village near a lake and forest, and the time of year, the mice are seeking somewhere warm to visit. We have an extensive pest control program at the lake, that attempts to curb pests. The parking for boats is not a marketing point for the property, but there is room if needed. I thought you did well with the parking. If there are any suggestions as to the description of the property to better describe it, I would happily change it. Thanks again
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good place to stay

The house is a bit old but very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and Comfortable

We had a lovely stay, nice spot, great location to venue for our family wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Bird Life Stay

The inside is nicely presented, has a few things missing though, teaspoons for one?? Has great working kitchen. Inside beds were average, I would have said lumpy mattress in the one downstairs where I slept. For me this was not so great as I sleep on my stomach, others might be ok with it. Would be a great place in the summer, as nice deck with wonderful birdlife, we had about 7 Tuis in the morning. The rain created some outside issues, where the rusty guttering overflowed in places and this did make some noise in the evening. But what a lovely area away from so much but close at the same time. Thank you for accommodating us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely weekend away

Thank you for the lovely peaceful stay. We enjoyed lots of clear lake swims and watching the birds in the kowhai tree above the deck. And so great NOT having a tv!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute bach, nestled in native bush

The property was modern but with cottage charm. Flexible sleeping options. Loved the big deck. Section size was awesome. Already booked for another week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely spot

Really lovely property, close to the lake but also close to the redwoods and town. Very handy. Had everything we needed but would have been nice to have a TV for night time chill. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Easy communication and arrangements. Location 5 min drive from Redwoods absolutely ideal for mountain biking etc. 2 min from boat ramp too. Great place - lots of fun. Nice house, looks like a little bit of renovation finishing to be done. If you have little children, check that stairs have a kiddie gate fitted.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

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