Kapowai (Dragonfly) Cottage is a tranquil Rotorua holiday retreat.

Kapowai (Dragonfly) Cottage is a premium self-contained holiday retreat.
Intimate and sophisticated, large covered outdoor relaxing space, with views to Lake Rotorua.

During Summer, a complimentary light continental breakfast is included for your first morning (featuring a selection of locally sourced and homemade items).

Quality pillows, duvets, blankets and Linen included.

Double glazed and reverse cycle Heat pumps for year round comfort. Solar heated hot water.


Free Unlimited Ultrafast Fibre WiFi. For entertainment: Smart Panasonic Android TV, Stereo with radio and CD player (CDs provided), Library with assorted novels, board games and cards.

Two bedrooms each with a Queen sized bed, catering for a maximum of 4 people. Mattresses are fully encased and pillows have fitted protectors. Cosy comfortable beds with quality linens for a great night's sleep.

Full kitchen: bar fridge, oven, hobs, dishwasher, microwave, jug and toaster, and all utensils. Tea, coffee (a French Press plunger is available) and sugar provided.

Our undercover outside area is great for dining and relaxing. Outdoor seats have footstools for extra comfort while enjoying the view or reading a book.

The modern bathroom has a large shower with Shower-Dome, toilet and vanity with mirror. Hair dryer and straightener available for guest use.

Laundry (attached to garage) has washing machine, drier and tub. Ironing board and iron.
Clothesline. Clothes airer for use inside or on the covered deck.
An outdoor undercover area is provided for cleaning and storing mountain bikes and wet weather gear. Hose and bucket provided.

Smoke detectors, a fire extinguisher and first aid kit.

Outdoor set of draughts/ chess and 2 hole mini putt course.

Free parking space is provided off street near the front door. (For security and safety of vehicles, this space is monitored by a Security Camera )There is additional off street parking on the grassed area by the letterbox for larger vehicles. Bikes may be stored in the undercover area.

Children are welcome but be aware the property is not fully fenced and open to the road. There is no direct lake access via the house in front. Access is two minutes walk to Holdens Bay Reserve 50m away.
A porta cot and highchair are available.

Close to Wai Ora Spa Resort, parks, reserves and the lake for quiet walks and fresh air. Attractions including Redwoods Forest mountain biking, Hells Gate, Okere Falls rafting, Buried Village and Lake Tarawera, Lake Okareka and the Blue Lake, all close by. Easy drive to city shops and restaurants.

Hannahs Bay Reserve is a 5 min walk with children's playground, wetlands boardwalk and beach with safe swimming areas in Lake Rotorua.

Environmentally friendly hosts encourage reusing, recycling, conserving water and energy.