TARA-DISE, private with stunning Lake views

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A wooden deck with a table and umbrella overlooking a lake with a forested island and mountains in the distance.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a window providing natural light.
A modern kitchen with large windows, a dining area, and a view of greenery.
A modern building with a glass balcony, a staircase, and a garden with purple flowers.
A covered outdoor area with a staircase leading to a balcony overlooking a lake and greenery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Tarawera

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Lake Tarawera, Rotorua
  • Place, Lake Tarawera
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Downstairs

2 Single Bunk Beds

Downstairs bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2, down stairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Lake Tarawera

Located in Lake Tarawera, this holiday home is on a lake. Rotorua Arts Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are local attractions and 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

What's nearby

  • Lake Tarawera - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 22 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 31 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Lake Rotorua - 31 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 41 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Nature @Waimangu - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Vis Teahouse - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is TARA-DISE, private with stunning Lake views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at TARA-DISE, private with stunning Lake views?

As of 1 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at TARA-DISE, private with stunning Lake views on 3 November 2026 start from NZ$1,426, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at TARA-DISE, private with stunning Lake views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at TARA-DISE, private with stunning Lake views?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at TARA-DISE, private with stunning Lake views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is TARA-DISE, private with stunning Lake views located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Lake Tarawera and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Buried Village. Lake Okareka and Lake Rotokakahi are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was beautiful spot just a bit of a ant problem but that was okay nothing a bit of recruit spray wont fix
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2026
the cleaners were not happy with the way the property was left
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay

Perfect place to stay! Amazing view of the lake, well stocked kitchen, very clean and tidy. Would highly recommend this as a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great location and very obliging owner
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to chill
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Tarawera Stay

Amazing - loved every moment of our stay and would recommend it to others who love being near the water in a great place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat visitors to Tara-dise and its always fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Lovely, well kept property in a great location. Very easy to get the kayaks out and make the most of the lake access.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Escape

Fantastic location, view and tranquility meant we had a lovely break. A very convenient location from which to explore the lakes to then return to the captivating vista
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning

Lake Tarawera and this property was the perfect way to show off the best of Aotearoa to my family from Australia. The views are just stunning and the property is extremely well appointed and spacious for a family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were impressed with the communication before we arrived through to the opportunity for a late checkout which meant we could fish on the lake for a few more hours. It was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Views to die for

Great stay with my husbands aunt and uncle visiting from Australia…they were blown away by the view of Lake Tarawera! House was the perfect set up for us and a massive bonus to have our miniature schnauzer Gracie be welcomed as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely place

Awesome place would love to go again. Heaps of fish .. stick to the traditional lures hamils and red setter. Fish average 2.8 kg.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

View was stunning!

Everything about this property was awesome! We were there for trout fishing opening, so the jetty was perfect, we didn’t have great weather but the views made up for that.. would have been happy to just sit and enjoy the view and not fish in the rain lol! Thanks for opening your home and sharing this stunning spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity

I am missing the view and morning walk down to the jetty already. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Tarawera

Very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly Recommend

This is a beautiful property with the most amazing view. We had 8 people staying and the house didn't feel crowded. It worked really well. Communication with Paul was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic classic kiwi bach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it

Our stay wasn’t long enough. Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls weekend

What a fabulous place to stay the views were magical peaceful and and quiet you would never know you had neighbours. We had a ball felt very comfortable and at home would definitely like to go back. Great host easy contact no hassles 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Bach in a Very Special Spot

The house was perfect - everything that we needed for our stay. The location is great and the view spectacular. The only issue was that we had to go outside to access one of the bedrooms, which wouldn’t have been an issue, if there hadn’t been thunderstorms…
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Taradise Indeed!

Absolutely stunning spot with beautiful views. A tidy and well presented house with excellent flexibility for groups and families. Added bonus of the lake access and jetty. Very easy communication and instructions. 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great lakeside bach with gorgeous views

Bach was comfortable with everything you need to enjoy a few days relaxing lakeside. The large deck was great & captured sun until mid afternoon. Fireplace warms the open plan lounge & kitchen well. The teens enjoyed extra lounge/bedroom downstairs. Great to have quick access to private jetty & the lake path around to boat shed bay. Would definitely recommend this bach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend at Taradise

Very well equipped and clean house. Great location. Ideal for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday

Had a great time, beautiful scenery and a great home...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great view, great property, great locale, great paddling

My sister and I, husbands and 80yr old mother came here for 3 nights. The mid-level house is lovely with a fabulous picture view of Boatshed Bay, open fire and refurbed kitchen and bathroom. (Upstairs is locked off). Beautiful walks through the bush and around the lakefront, and a highlight was the peaceful paddle around to next bay using the two included kayaks (yay!) If arriving in winter, light the fire immediately as takes ages to warm up the open plan house, even with extra oil and fan heater. Place would be amazing in summer! Definitely recommend it, didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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