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A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets.

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Exterior
Interior
TV, DVD player, video library, stereo
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
  • Lake Rotoiti
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

Rotorua

At this holiday home you'll be steps from Lake Rotoiti and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a dryer and free WiFi. .Home features a balcony, a TV and a DVD player. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a microwave. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Tikitere holiday home include Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua.
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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 - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robert Harris Cafe - Airport - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Okere Falls Store - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Terrace Airside - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Robert Harris Tea & Coffee Specialists - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Okawa Bay Takeaways - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets.

A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home.
Easy access to the lake edge and great walks.
Relax on the deck with fantastic sunsets.
Rotorua is only 20 minutes away for your shopping.
There is lots of peace and quiet at our bach.
Swim in the lake, fish for the best trout, paddleboard, kayak or catch the shuttle boat to the hot pools. follow this link for more details on the shuttle service https://rotoitiwatershuttles.co.nz/our-trips-faqs/

Property manager

Tim Mahoney

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lake Views
A Character 1960 Scandinavian Holiday Home Good for Families

Frequently asked questions

Does A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and children's books, it's no surprise that A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families?

No, A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and peaceful
Stunning views and house has everything you need! So peaceful with lots to do in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
Amazing views & bird life. Interesting house which our kids loved. Spacious & quiet. We used to have a family bach nearby so it was great to revisit the area. Hope to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely marvelous!
Beautiful surroundings, extra special house, away from the hustle and bustle. Everyone loved it!! Felt like a little hobbit home in the trees
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful paradise
My friend and I stayed here for two nights at the end of our trip. We couldn’t have been happier. The views alone are worth it. We got to cook full meals as we watched the sun rise and set. We paddleboarded to different hot water spots and to bird watch. You could even walk in the water to a secluded beach where the tuis and fantails were everywhere! We loved this place and are so grateful we got to experience it would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callum S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic magical location
Beautiful character home set in the bush not far from the lakes edge. Good access to the kayaks. Stunning sunsets. Comfortable beds and places to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
We had a lovely relaxing time, Tim suggested we catch to boat to Rotoiti hot pools which we caught from the jetty down from the house. It was amazing! Loved the character of the house and view was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for kids!
We had a great stay - the kids didn’t want to leave. Great place, fun rooms, awesome location. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Great spot for a relaxing getaway. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angus L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous holiday home, excellent hosts!
Excellent location for a summer getaway, suburb views, great kiwi batch with exceptional hosts. The hot water beach and ability to kayak from the house to the near by hot springs is a bonus! We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Fantastic location. Great family get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool A frame house
We loved the house and location. Great views of the island and hot water beach that we kayaked/waded to. Though we stayed mid winter the house was warm and cosy as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
This was a return visit and we enjoyed it even more than the 1st time. The property is fantastic, plenty of space and everything you need is there including Kayak which got plenty of use by the teenagers. Tim gave us loads of local activity recommendations which were new and fun. We thoroughly enjoyed our few days and will definitely return again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful & Tranquil
The Views are amazing ,bird life is incredible , Comfy beds & lovely linen. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Appreciate everything Tim .Thank You very much . John & Donna.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Anna G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Quirky!
This could’ve been a 5 star stay due to the location and the uniqueness of the property but the cleanliness was an issue and there were many large spiders as well. It’s a super cool location and home but if you want to have separate spaces for people it’s kind of tricky as two of the bedrooms are open to the common area so hard to have some quiet if there are others. Getting luggage up the stairs is challenging too as they are spiral. There is one shower in the basement and a tub upstairs off the master. You can only do a squat shower there. We did enjoy the hot water beach that you can wade to!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome bach!
What a cool place! The views of the lake are fantastic. The host Tim gave us a list of options to do in the area and was welcoming. I had no idea that we would have a pretty little beach all to ourselves on the island viewable from the deck. Bach had everything we needed and more. I wish I could live here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cath D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Proper Bach
If you want a modern house with clean lines - this is not the house for you. We loved our stay in this bach - clearly a loved home with history and not a generic holiday rental. Magical views. House had everything we needed and air conditioning was running for our arrival so it was nice and cool to step into, but we didn't need this once doors and windows were open. Fresh bedding and clean unstained mattress protectors. Only here for 4 nights - too many things to do in Rotorua and sadly we did not get enough time to enjoy the house and the lake - kayaks and SUPs were provided for use.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

robyn s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet getaway
A Great location in the bush, would be great for kids a big open field next to the house with wallabies at night, easy access to the beach. At this time of year it is easy walking access through the lake (shallow) to the hot water beach island. Good view of the lake in the evening. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mereana T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bonding with our Mokopuna 💜
Very cosy gorgeous place for a getaway our 4bmoko ages 5 to 12yrs loved it plenty of things to do especially swimming at the little island and at night trying to sight the Wallabys They want to go back 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house
House was nice, lots of room for large groups. Well supplied for most of your needs. Nice location away from town. Very quiet and great views.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mereana M., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful couples getaway
Absolutely amazing stay! Lovely views, and was even left with a lovely wine!! Thank you so much, my partner and I especially enjoyed the beautiful view from the deck, and waking up to that beautiful picture on the sunrise. Would recommend a hundred times over- the couples retreat that you would dream of!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

nadia g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
Best location with great hosts in a character home.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
House was wonderful for our family. Just what we needed. It felt like home from the moment we walked in and had everything we needed for a great vacation :)
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micaela W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
We had a wonderful stay at this little piece of paradise. Great host and we loved the quirkiness of the house and tranquillity of location. Bach has everything you need and more! Close to the lake for a nip across to the hot pools, trout fishing and even a private island to dig your own hot water pool and explore on the kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pooja M., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on Earth
This property offers everything you need for a delightful stay. My family and I had an exceptional experience during our time here. The interior of the house is charming, adorned with beautiful antiques on the walls, and it boasts a lovely living area. The most remarkable aspect is the mesmerizing view it provides. The kitchen is well-equipped with all the necessary amenities, and the property manager was incredibly helpful, ensuring that we enjoyed our stay in this splendid house. I want to express my sincere gratitude to Tim for being a wonderful host. I wholeheartedly plan to recommend this place to my friends. Additionally, I intend to share videos and photos on my social media account because this place truly deserves more recognition. Cheers Pooja 😇
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alastair M., Waiheke Island, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Very sweet quiet bach with loads of character.
A lovely spot overlooking Rotoiti, fully supplied with everything you could need this classic 80's back is great for a few quiet days away. Both owner and manager friendly and communicative. Highly recommended. We will use again if available.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023