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A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a blue armchair, a grey sofa, and a view of the sea through large sliding doors.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a large wall clock, and a bookshelf.
A modern kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a white island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a well-maintained lawn, and various potted plants.
A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area with chairs, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor patio.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
  • Place, Lake Rotorua
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyline Rotorua
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rotorua

Located in Kawaha Point, this vacation home is adjacent to Lake Rotorua and within 2 miles (3 km) of Skyline Rotorua. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Rotorua - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Skyline Rotorua - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Mitai Maori Village - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Polynesian Spa - 15 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 21 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Royal Indian Restaurant Tandoori Cuisine - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Dynasti - ‬7 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.

"Taha Moana" Step out the door onto the lake front

Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for fun. 5 bedrooms, 3 lounges and absolute lakefront, safe swimming and kayaking (supplied free of charge) in the lake, this beautifully appointed home is the perfect place to bring family and friends to unwind our host a small group of colleges for a mini get away or conference.
located only 8 minutes from town, or home is central to attractions and restaurants alike.
Relax or go and play, anything is possible here
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart 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

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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 not indicated whether 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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Kawaha Point, just steps from Lake Rotorua. You'll also find Skyline Rotorua and Mitai Maori Village within a short drive.

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, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

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.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 8.8 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tauranga (TRG), which is around 30 mi away.

"Taha Moana" Step out the door onto the lake front Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

B B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean, excellent kitchen utensils and the location/resources were perfect for a stay in Rotorua. Thank you so much for a perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot for our family group of 10. The house worked out great and the location is perfect: right on the lake and close to many attraction.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reinhard W.

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

Absolute stunning location, tons of space, amazing hosts, thank you Joe

We will be back - amazing place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Great home, great location

Hosts were awesome…super responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather Y.

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

Family getaway

Ideal for family gathering; easily accommodated 6 adults and 4 children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire N.

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

Home away from home

We had a lovely stay. The house is very spacious with a great kitchen, fab coffee machine and a beautiful view across the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leandri V.

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

Perfect family holiday home!

Amazing spacious home with everything you need! We absolutely loved this house with the most beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Perfect spot

We really enjoyed staying here. The house was perfect after two long days of racing. The views were unbelievable looking across the lake. Plus, the town was just a short drive away, along with the geothermal areas, that you could walk to. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Beautiful Lake house

We really appreciated the included kayaks
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

pamela g.

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

Rotarua with NZ Family

The property is stunning!!!! It accommodated this mixed group of family getting to know each other. Lovely setting. Beautiful furnishings. Lots of spaces for groups to gather..or have quiet time. I wish we could have stayed for a month!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

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

Beautiful!

Perfect home for families!! Close to everything but you feel so peaceful and secluded on the lake. Absolutely gorgeous home that is stocked with everything you could possibly need! Couldn’t ask for anything better :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Stunning location, views, gardens, lawns and home.

We were a family group of 9, from a 2 yrs to 70's. Weather was far from ideal for our 3 night stay, but this home delivered so well with its spacious comfort, warmth and relaxation. We had everything we needed, and more Would definitely love to return. Thanks Cynthia and Joe
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

What a view

We absolutely loved our stay at Taha Moana. The view is a show stopper. We really enjoyed waking up and looking out at the lake and the gorgeous scenery. It was a quick and easy 5 minute drive to the shops and a lot of the activities we did (Zorbing, Skyline and the Mitai Maori Village dinner). The check in process was easy and Joe and Cynthia responded to quickly to any messages we sent. When we arrived, we found some treats and snacks had been left for us to have , which was a great touch. As a family of 5, we had plenty of room. Our teen was thrilled with her own upstairs loft type bedroom and powder room. There is also a master bedroom with an ensuite and incredible views of the garden and lake, plus 3 other bedrooms. One with a Queen bed, one with 2 singles beds and another with single bunk beds. The laundry facilities made it easy for us to do a mid-holiday clothes wash which was very handy. There is a washing machine, dryer, washing powder, iron, ironing board and clothes drying rack. The kitchen is beautiful and has all the utensils and equipment you need to be able to cook your own meals. The garage had kayaks and life jackets available to use, however the lake was a bit choppy while we were there, so we did not make use of this equipment. Instead we used the fire pit provided (stored in the garage) and had a great night sitting around the fire out the back, taking in the view before it got dark and enjoying a wine. I highly recommend a stay at Taha Moana. Thank you Joe and Cynthia.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning lakeview

Uninterrupted lake view & peaceful spot only a few mins from town centre. Well-appointed & comfortable with thoughtful touches of hospitality (thank you for the welcome wine & nibbles!). A lovely stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lucy g.

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

Kawaha Point review

I was so glad I chose this property, just as described in the listing. And SO warm, with central heating and heatpumps. I was very pleased to get great communication texts from Joe the week we were due to stay and then when we arrived he was in the next door home and introduced himself. And the next day he checked in via text to make sure all was well. No stress, lovely holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022