Located in Lynmore, this vacation home is adjacent to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and within 2 miles (3 km) of Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Polynesian Spa - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
Eat Street - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre - 9 min drive - 1.8 miles
Skyline Rotorua - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles
Getting around
Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Ciabatta Bakery - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Pataka Kai - 7 min drive
Kebab Kitchen (Lynmore) - 3 min drive
Wendy's Hamburgers - 3 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.
Highfield Ride | Next to the Forest with Spa Pool
Summary: Highfield Ride is a dream for forest lovers, perfectly located across from the Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest in Rotorua. This spacious holiday home features four bedrooms, a large open-plan living area, and a sun-drenched deck. Enjoy the added luxury of a hot tub and convenient bike storage, making it ideal for outdoor adventures.
The Space: Highfield Ride offers spacious, comfortable living across a thoughtfully designed layout. Inside the main house, you’ll find three well-appointed bedrooms—two with super king beds and a third with a queen bed—ideal for couples or families seeking a restful stay. The living area is open plan with a sunken lounge stepping out onto the deck.
The fully detached sleep out adds flexibility and privacy, featuring its own shower and toilet, plus a set of bunks, a king single bed, and a pull-out single. It’s a great option for kids or extra guests. Whether you're relaxing indoors or enjoying the peaceful outdoor setting, Highfield Ride is the perfect base for your Rotorua getaway.
Guest Access: You'll have access to the entire house, including the kitchen, living areas, bedrooms, bathrooms, and outdoor spaces. Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, oven, stove, microwave, and dishwasher. Relax in the living areas with a TV and wireless internet. You'll also have access to the private bedrooms and bathrooms. Outside, you can enjoy the BBQ grill. Parking is available with free parking on the premises and on the street.
The Neighborhood: Lynmore is the gateway to The famous Redwoods (Whakarewarewa) Forest. The forest provides some of New Zealand's best mountainbiking trails and a number of walking and running tracks. You'll also find the Redwoods Tree Walk just down the road. Lynmore has a number of cafe's, a bistro and shops, all within close proximity of the house.
Getting Around: Located in Lynmore, this home provides convenient access to the city center, reachable within a 7-minute drive. Public transport options from the house are readily available for exploring the city. There is plenty of parking on the property and on the street.
Interaction with Guests: We're available by phone, message or email during your stay. If you need personal assistance, we can stop in so just let us know.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1,938 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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: 10:30 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 carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Lynmore, just steps from Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest. You'll also find Polynesian Spa and Lake Rotorua within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
Is Highfield Ride | Next to the Forest with Spa Pool good for couples?
Amenities at this vacation home that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.
Does Highfield Ride | Next to the Forest with Spa Pool have a hot tub?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 4.6 mi away (11 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Highfield Ride | Next to the Forest with Spa Pool?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Highfield Ride | Next to the Forest with Spa Pool.
Highfield Ride | Next to the Forest with Spa Pool Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Nicole D.
Jan 1, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Amenities were as described!
Nicole D.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike F., Cambridge, New Zealand
Nov 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great setup. Tidy well maintained house. Great access to forest for riding. Would book again
Mike F.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gary T.
Oct 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the location, house was clean and beds comfortable. Kitchen was well set up,apart from we couldnt find a plug for the sink.Also the front door was sometimes hard to unlock.
Gary T.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tom R.
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great House with awesome hot tub
We had a great time in Rotorua, rode the redwoods every day and loved coming back home to a hot spa. Garage was great for bikes too.
Tom R.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Alyson N.
Nov 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
3 night stay
Great place to stay, really enjoyed our visit. The hottub was a highlight! We just booked the main house for 4 adults and it was quite spacious.
They had all the cooking gear that you need and very basic supplies like oil, salt and pepper as described. The place seemed clean and all dishes were clean.
The only negative is the sound proofing around the bathroom. Essentially there is none so it makes it a bit awkward to use the toilet at times. Especially for people sleeping in the room that backs up to the toilet. Going bathroom in the middle of the night would be quite loud and easily heard from that room.
Would definitely book this place again!
Alyson N.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
Oct 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
School Holiday fun
We had a fantastic five days staying at Highfield. The layout and space worked really well for our families and I loved the proximity to the Redwoods forest and other activities. Having a spa was an added bonus which the kids loved and helped when the weather was less than ideal. The service and communication was wonderful and I really appreciated the help when we left a couple of items behind! Great internet and well appointed kitchen. Would stay here again
Amy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Lisa
Traveled with group
Mar 24, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
On the positive, great communication and loved the spa. Unfortunately the place was thick with dust and cobwebs and so much hair all over the bathroom floor and hair clogged shower ruined our experience.
The sleepout was terrible! We tried everything so get rid of the old musty damp smell but could not shake it. It was strong and vile.
With a bit of TLC this could be amazing but it certainly isn't at the moment.
Lisa
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
felicity k.
Mar 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Perfect for us, very comfortable, very clean. On the road to the lakes, short drive to town, across the road from the forest. Kids liked to watch the big tv in the outhouse. Thank you for having us.
felicity k.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew L.
Mar 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
College MTB comps
Great space, works really well. May not hace read the property details correctly, didn't realize 4th room was a sleepout but was also a great space.
Would be good if locks were keyed alike and supplied 2 keys for easier security when locking up at night.
Andrew L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Andrea J.
Feb 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed spacious home
Great space for myself and teens to get away. Loved the indoor outdoor flow. Lovely surprise to have the heater on the patio in this evening. Spa was gorgeous to enjoy at this time also. Appreciated having access to the second/sleepout space as we found the shower loads more enjoyable to use. Also loved having access to the dryer as one of the days were raining on and off. Overall great space, lovely bedrooms and comfy living with all kitchen appliances available for use.