House in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty Region

Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua

Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua

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Spa overlooking the Lake
Aerial view of property - Spring 2016
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Aerial view - Spring 2016

Overview of Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12315 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Enjoy the area

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty Region
  • Popular LocationSkyline Rotorua3 min drive
  • Popular LocationMitai Maori Village4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPolynesian Spa7 min drive
  • AirportRotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)25 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Apartment Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite to Bedroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua

**Full refund offered for cancellations due to covid travel restriction**

Affordable luxury at Kawaha Point. Lovely, generously appointed two level, 4 bedroom home in a stunning setting - the perfect lake edge family holiday location.

Sleeps up to 12 comfortably so is ideal for two or three families wanting to share a holiday experience and costs. Also ideal for family reunions, team building weekends, responsible sports groups and business get-togethers. No large, noisy gatherings exceeding 15 people. Please keep noise down after 10 pm in consideration of neighbours.

Open plan design with two lounges and three separate deck areas. Large deck adjacent to new kitchen has magnificent views over Lake Rotorua and Rotorua City. Front deck includes BBQ. Garage has gym equipment. Home theatre lounge has 65" TV, Sky Sport, Netflix, Neon, YouTube and over 1000 DVD movies. There is a separate conversation lounge or kids lounge with TV and DVD player (with dozens of kids DVDs).

Under floor gas heating and two cosy log fires with wood supplied during winter. All linen, towels and cooking utensils are provided.

The property is private and secluded with beautiful gardens, has a new spa overlooking the lake and city, and is only 3 kms from CBD. Short walk to local dairy and bus stop. Handy to Rotorua's world famous thermal attractions, geysers and mud pools. 15 minute walk to gondolas, luge and Rainbow Springs. Handy to all of the other Rotorua Lakes, Bay of Plenty beaches and Mount Ruapehu for skiing. Disabled access.

Garaging, if required. Boat ramps are close by and there is room to park the jet ski or a small boat. 4 kayaks and dinghy available for guest use.

Self contained apartment above garage with internal access has king bed in bedsit/lounge/kitchenette area, separate single bedroom, separate shower and toilet, and is available for an additional $150 per night.

Extras: Cleaning (NZ$75.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

Kerry Starling

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Family birthday/anniversary celebrations allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
By arrangement

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only outside the property

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: Family birthday/anniversary celebrations allowed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rotorua

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Kawaha Point, a neighbourhood in Rotorua. Mount Ngongotaha and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Skyline Rotorua and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park. Travelling with kids? Consider DriftKartz and Waimangu Cauldron. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Skyline Rotorua - 3 min drive
  • Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park - 3 min drive
  • Mitai Maori Village - 4 min drive
  • Eat Street - 6 min drive
  • Polynesian Spa - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Burgerfuel - 3 min drive
  • Wendy’S - 3 min drive
  • Kfc - 3 min drive
  • Cbk Craft Bar & Kitchen - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua located?

This family-friendly Rotorua holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Skyline Rotorua, Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park and DriftKartz. Mitai Maori Village and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fay K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Beautiful home, wonderful experience! We enjoyed every second :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Family House
We had our annual family Easter holiday at the Willows and loved it. The house is big enough for everyone to have their own space, location is great and the communication with Kerry made our time away seamless.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home in a beautiful setting!
This home was a real find. Truly lakefront with beautiful gardens and outlook, our family spent a lovely week here enjoying all the amenities and the very private and peaceful setting. We had 6 staying in the house and didn't feel cramped or claustrophobic in the slightest. There are plenty of places to find some alone time. Having a relaxing spa in a secluded garden nook with views out on the lake was the highlight for me! I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't wait to go back
We had a blissful week at the Willows. The property was perfect for our group, with loads of space & separate areas & bedroom configurations. The kitchen was probably the most stocked we've ever seen with crockery, glasses, mugs, cutlery etc. We are looking forward to staying here again next time we're in Rotorua.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

George Y., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Beautiful location, lovely garden and lake view. Room for the whole whānau and then some with even more space left over. Would stay here again. Thanks for having us
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kerry Starling

Host profile image
I live with my partner, Sandy, at Lake Tarawera, and have been renting out my former family home at Kawaha Point for 15 years. We have 4 sons between us and 7 grandchildren to keep us busy. We like travelling in our campervan, mountain biking, live music, movies and I love all sport, particularly English football.

My day job is Procurement Manager for Rotorua Lakes Council where I work Tuesdays to Fridays.

Why they chose this property

I had to buy my home again in a divorce settlement and I decided to rent it out to pay for it. I have loved every minute of the experience of meeting new guests from all over the world. Particularly when they arrive and see just what a magic location the property is set.

What makes this property unique

Private and quiet lake edge living in a very spacious home where large groups can spread out over 2 lounge areas, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Sleeps 12 comfortably.

An additional self-contained apartment above the garage is available for larger groups for an extra $150 per night with king bed, single bed, lounge and kitchenette, additional shower and toilet.

The property is only a few minutes from the city centre and attractions, despite being extremely quiet and private..

New spa pool (June 2021) located in the garden overlooking the lake and the lights of the city at night. The spa is hot and ready for guests on arrival.

There is a dinghy and 4 kayaks available for complimentary guest use, along with a range of life-jackets.

The property has beautiful gardens, particularly in the spring.

Languages:

English
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