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Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD

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An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a wooden fence.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a black tiled backsplash.
A single-story house with a covered patio, a fenced yard, and a garage.
A bunk bed room with a lower bunk, a dresser with drawers, and a shelf with various items.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61399 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty
  • Place, Rotorua Central Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuirau Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rotorua

Located in Victoria, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Rotorua Central Mall and Lakes Performing Arts Centre. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Rotorua Central Mall - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kuirau Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Eat Street - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Polynesian Spa - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Columbus Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Thai Central Restaurant Rotorua - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Scope - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chinese Delights - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD

Summary:

A beautifully renovated character villa you can walk from into town, minutes from Kuirau Park's free geothermal pools...



📍 Walk » Kuirau Park (free geothermal park) & the CBD

📍 5 min » Polynesian Spa, Wai Ariki Spa & Te Puia

📍 10 min » Skyline Gondola & Luge, Canopy Tours, Zorb & Redwoods Forest

📍 15 min » Rotorua Airport



✅ Renovated character villa - charm plus modern comfort

✅ Sleeps 6 - two queens plus a kids' bunk room

✅ Deck, BBQ, washer & dryer

✅ 58 Mbps WIFI



The Space:

Central Villa is a beautifully renovated character home in the central Victoria neighbourhood - original villa charm with modern comfort, and close enough to walk into the CBD or over to Kuirau Park's free geothermal pools. Three bedrooms, a private deck and easy off-street parking make it a comfortable base for families or groups.



HIGHLIGHTS

⭐️ Renovated character villa - keeps its original charm with modern comforts

⭐️ Walk to the CBD, Kuirau Park's free geothermal pools, cafes and restaurants

⭐️ Sleeps 6 across two queen rooms and a kids' bunk room

⭐️ Private deck with BBQ and outdoor furniture

⭐️ Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher

⭐️ Washing machine and dryer for longer stays

⭐️ Free off-street parking in the driveway, plus on-street

⭐️ Just 5 minutes to Te Puia and the lakefront



- BEDROOMS -

Bedroom 1: Queen bed

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Bedroom 3: Bunk beds (great for the kids)

Sleeps 6 in total. All bedding and linen supplied.



- BATHROOMS -

One full bathroom, plus a separate toilet.



- LIVING AREA -

Comfortable living areas open off a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, oven, stove and fridge, and a dining table for the group. A washing machine and dryer are on hand for longer stays.



- OUTDOOR AREA -

A private outdoor space with a deck, BBQ and outdoor furniture - a relaxed spot for alfresco meals and downtime.



- PARKING -

Free off-street parking in the driveway, plus on-street parking.



Guest Access:

You'll have the whole villa to yourselves - all three bedrooms, the fully equipped kitchen, the living areas, and the private deck with its BBQ. There's a washing machine and dryer for your use, and free parking in the driveway and on the street.



The Neighborhood:

Central Villa sits in the central Victoria neighbourhood, one of the most walkable pockets of Rotorua. You can stroll to Kuirau Park with its free geothermal pools and steaming footbaths, and on into the CBD for cafes, restaurants and shops. Te Puia's geysers and the lakefront hot pools at Polynesian Spa and Wai Ariki Spa are around five minutes away, with the Redwoods Forest, Skyline, Canopy Tours and Zorb all roughly ten.



Getting Around:

The central location makes getting around easy - the CBD and Kuirau Park are a short walk, with bus stops nearby and free parking in the driveway and on the street. Te Puia, the lakefront and central Rotorua are around 5 minutes by car, the Redwoods, Skyline, Canopy Tours and Zorb roughly 10, and Rotorua Airport about 15 minutes.



Other Things to Note:

WIFI runs at around 58 Mbps. A washing machine and dryer are provided, handy for longer stays. The home is a renovated character villa, so it keeps some of its original period features alongside the modern updates. The neighbouring houses sit close on either side, as they do on most of the older central streets.



Interaction with Guests:

If you need anything at all during your stay, just send us a message 💬 - happy to help 😊
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

To help keep our homes and neighbours safe, we may require the lead guest to provide a government-issued photo ID before check-in. In line with Air...

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
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
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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 smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Victoria within a short 8-minute walk of Rotorua Central Mall and also 17 minutes on foot from Tamaki Maori Village. You'll also find Eat Street and Polynesian Spa less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Central Villa | Walk to CBD & Thermal Attractions?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Central Villa | Walk to CBD & Thermal Attractions?

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

Are there hot tubs at Central Villa | Walk to CBD & Thermal Attractions?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Central Villa | Walk to CBD & Thermal Attractions?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 5.8 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Central Villa | Walk to CBD & Thermal Attractions?

No, you won't find house with balconies at Central Villa | Walk to CBD & Thermal Attractions.

Central Villa - Character Home, Walk to CBD Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

penny e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful central location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alana H.

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

Rotorua bliss

Our stay at this property was so nice. The house was situated close to local shops and Rotorua information centre which was a meeting place for a few tours we bookedThe house was clean, inviting, spacious and had everything we needed. Perfect location and such a great vibe!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious and cosy. Close to amenities, without having them across the road. Great kitchen with plenty of crockery and cutlery for longer stays.Easy, covered parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025