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Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home

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A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape with trees and a body of water.
A two-story house with a deck and a separate garage.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with a fruit bowl, and a view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden walls, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a small table with a chair.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101722 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lake Tarawera, Rotorua
  • Place, Lake Tarawera
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake Tarawera

Located within a leisurely stroll of Lake Tarawera, this cottage is within a 5-minute drive of Lake Okareka. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Tarawera - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 38 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • Polynesian Spa - 46 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Lake Rotorua - 46 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Skyline Rotorua - 55 min drive - 20.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's Hamburgers - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Terrace Airside - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Bros Lynmore - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Kebab Kitchen (Lynmore) - ‬21 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.

Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home

Perched to showcase serene bush and lake views, this elevated retreat offers the perfect setting for relaxation and fun by the lake!

Family Fun at The Lake is a spacious 2-story, 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom Lake Tarawera holiday home. Upstairs, enjoy several generous living areas complete with a fireplace to keep things cosy during the cooler months, making it easy for your group to unwind together.

The home features seamless indoor/outdoor flow from both sides of the lounge. One deck is sheltered, providing a comfortable space for year-round use, while the other is perfect for sunny days—fire up the BBQ or simply relax amidst the peaceful treetop surroundings.

The downstairs area, accessible via an external entrance, offers a self-contained living space ideal for families or couples. It includes a kitchenette, a sitting area, and a pool table, ensuring entertainment for everyone on those cosy indoor days.

For lake adventures, take advantage of the dinghy and 2 kayaks provided, along with 2 children’s life jackets. Explore the nearby walking tracks or plan day trips to other beautiful lake destinations. With ample parking and a large boat shed, this property is also a fantastic choice if you’re bringing a boat.

Whether you’re seeking adventure or a peaceful retreat, Family Fun at The Lake has everything you need for an unforgettable stay!
As shown in the photos, this property has unfenced access to a large expanse of bush nearby. It is essential that guests take person responsibility for the safety of their group in and around the bush area adjacent to the property.

Please note the staircase at this property is external. There are no internal stairs in this holiday home.

There are 2x children's lifejackets to go with 2x kayaks.

Please note that there is only intermittent mobile phone reception at this property due to the remote location.

Please note that the outdoor boat shed is not available for use

Please note that the property has three external security cameras (showing outdoor access points covering both sets of stairs and the driveway entrance).
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

601193

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Lake Tarawera, just steps from Lake Tarawera. You'll also find Lake Okareka and Buried Village within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Does Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 15.6 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home?

No, there aren't any cottage with balconies at Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home.

Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Fantastic location

Great place, excellent deck and plenty of living space. Everything was tidy and well maintained. Great view out to the mountain and short walk to the lake. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ada H.

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Place to stay

This house was impressing when we arrived during the evening as the place was lit up giving us the 'wow' factor. There were 10 of us staying so we fitted in well. However it had a damp smell in/on the bottom floor of which we tried to 'air the place out'. There was 2 room's up top, one with the queen size bed, which I felt was really standard compared to the queen size downstairs. This room also had a smell that we could not make out what it was (strange). Later on that evening the power went out in the bottom room and hallway as well as the top bedroom and 2nd lounge area. This had also affected the hot water tank as we had to cope with cold water for 2 days. I tried to contact the managers to no avail. I still have not heard from them (left messages on there mobile) and it has been 3 days since we left the property. I must warn people that when we booked, it looked like we were not to far from town but the trip took 20 minute's especially if you dont know the roads. Too far out for my liking. other than that, it was nice and warm inside due to the fireplace and plenty of wood to burn. Kitchen facility and stocked very well. Apart from the cold water it was nice...
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Kiwi Bach In The Bush

We enjoyed our Bach experience The Bach in the bush with great views of the lake reminded me of the baches of my youth -lower story rooms in a converted garage but with a pool table to entertain. Upper storey spacious with a log fire
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

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

Enjoyed our stay. Had a greatweekend stay.

Easy process thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Caroline R.

Nice stay. Easy to get in and out. Had everything we needed.

Little bit better cleaning would be good. Skirtings and I found old food in the bedside table.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Great spot, close enough to Rotorua and loads of cool things to do near the house.

Great spot, close enough to Rotorua and loads of cool things to do near the house.