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10/10 Excellent
Andrea W.
19 Jan 2025
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Andrea W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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Nature and Birdsong | A Peaceful Escape Near the Redwoods
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Nestled in the Lynmore neighborhood, Birdsong Lodge offers a haven for nature lovers and adventure seekers. This charming 3-bedroom home features an open-plan lounge, well-equipped kitchen, alfresco dining space with BBQ and pond views.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6140 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
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About this property
Nature and Birdsong | A Peaceful Escape Near the Redwoods
- Welcome to Birdsong Lodge - a stylish, joy-filled home tucked away in Lynmore, Rotorua - just minutes from the Redwood Forest. Surrounded by native plants, birdsong, and thoughtful design details, this 3-bedroom retreat is perfect for nature-loving adults looking to unwind and explore the best of Rotorua.
🌟 WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
• Contemporary interior full of art, colour and textures
• Native gardens and birdsong from resident tūi, Albert
• Charming deck with pond, alfresco dining and BBQ
• Open-plan living, fully equipped kitchen and cosy dining nook
• Perfect for Redwoods forest lovers - hiking & MTB trails nearby
• High-speed Wi-Fi, Smart TV, laundry and off-street parking
• Located in quiet, safe Lynmore - near cafés, takeaways, and lakes
• 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
🛏 SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 6)
• Bedroom 1: Super king bed with small ensuite
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Bedroom 3: 2x Single beds
Please note: Not suitable for young children or pets.
🚽 BATHROOMS:
• Bathroom 1: bathtub, shower, toilet and basin
• Ensuite: shower, toilet and basin
🍽 LIVING AND DINING
• Open-plan lounge with indoor plants, artwork and cosy vibes
• Well-equipped kitchen with all cooking essentials
• Dining area opens onto a sunny deck
• Outdoor seating, BBQ and peaceful pond
• Birdwatching paradise - tūi, kererū, fantails and more
📍 LOCATION AND DISTANCES
• Redwoods Forest (MTB and walking trails) : 2 min drive / 10 min walk
• Polynesian Spa / Lakefront: 8-10 min drive
• Rotorua City Centre / Eat Street: 10 min drive
• Closest café/pub/dairy: 5 min walk
• Rotorua Airport: 10 min drive
• Nearby lakes: Blue Lake, Green Lake and Lake Okareka - all within 10-15 min drive
☕ ESSENTIALS
• TV and Wi-Fi
• All linens provided
• Washing machine and dryer
• Heatpump and A/C
• Portable heaters and extra blankets
• Coffee, tea and sugar provided
🏡 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Exclusive use of the entire cottage
• Host available by phone or email during your stay
• Off-street parking for 2 vehicles
• Ideal for couples or solo travellers
• No parties or loud gatherings - located in a quiet residential area
• Quiet hours 10pm-7am
• No pets or young children
No parties or events
No additional guests
No smoking
No pets
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- 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
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Things to do
- Mountain biking 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)
General
- Garden
- Property does not allow children
- Unit size: 1,507 square feet
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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
No parties or events
No additional guests
No smoking
No pets
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
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
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
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Lynmore, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, is home to this holiday home. Rotorua Golf Club and Government Gardens Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Racing Rotorua or Rotorua International Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like mountain biking. Visit our Rotorua travel guide
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What's nearby
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest11 min walk - 1.0 km
Polynesian Spa5 min drive - 4.3 km
Eat Street6 min drive - 5.0 km
Skyline Rotorua11 min drive - 9.6 km- Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre10 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
- Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)7 min drive
Restaurants
- Ciabatta Bakery4 min drive
- McDonald's5 min drive
- McDonald's5 min drive
- Wendy's Hamburgers13 min walk
- Lucky 7 Takeaways3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Nature and Birdsong | A Peaceful Escape Near the Redwoods pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Nature and Birdsong | A Peaceful Escape Near the Redwoods?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Nature and Birdsong | A Peaceful Escape Near the Redwoods?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Nature and Birdsong | A Peaceful Escape Near the Redwoods?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Nature and Birdsong | A Peaceful Escape Near the Redwoods located?
Located in Lynmore, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway. Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre and Racing Rotorua are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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10/10 Excellent
Sandra T.
9 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with everything you need
Sandra T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Angeline B.
6 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was awesome. Had a lovely feeling and was well equipped. Would absolutely recommend.
Angeline B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026