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Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake (Lake Okareka)
Escape to the beautiful lakeside village of Okareka at this lovely ground floor holiday apartment. Nestled among bush-clad hills, unwind to the songs of native birds and enjoy a short stroll to the lakeside reserve with its boat ramp, swimming beach and picnic area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake

  • Lovely ground floor holiday apartment in the beautiful lakeside village of Okareka. Surrounded by bush-clad hills, relax to the sound of Tui and other native birds.
    Environmentally Friendly - Complimentary toiletries made with natural NZ ingredients and supporting NZ Forest and Bird.
    A short stroll to the lakeside reserve with it's boat ramp, swimming beach and picnic area, or a short drive to Boyes Beach (very popular with the locals!)
    Loads of great walking and mountainbike tracks on your doorstep and the famous Blue Lake just down the road with all of its sporting events.
    A 10-15 minute drive to Rotorua with all of its attractions and great places to eat out.
    Great fishing on Lake Okareka or a 10 minute drive the other way will take you to Lake Tarawera, with its stunning scenery and world famous trout fishing.

    Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Eco-friendly toiletries

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Lake Okareka, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, this apartment is in a rural area. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Tamaki Maori Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rotorua Arts Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Waimangu Cauldron and Lakes Performing Arts Centre. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Rotorua travel guide
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Lake Okareka, Rotorua

What's nearby

  • Lake Okareka
    Lake Okareka
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Tikitapu
    Lake Tikitapu
    4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Polynesian Spa
    Polynesian Spa
    13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Skyline Rotorua
    Skyline Rotorua
    20 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ciabatta Bakery
    12 min drive
  • Wendy's Hamburgers
    12 min drive
  • Kebab Kitchen (Lynmore)
    12 min drive
  • Pataka Kai
    16 min drive
  • Oppie's Fish n' Chips
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake located?

This family-friendly Rotorua apartment building is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Okareka and Lake Tikitapu. Lake Rotokakahi is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

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