Pohutukawa Lake House. Relax in comfort in our well equipped lake house.

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Entire home

Cooking is enjoyable in the well equipped kitchen.

Upstairs master bedroom with ensuite, dressing room and private deck.

Full size clawfoot bath, shower with bush views in main bathroom.

Easy access to Weber BBQ from outside kitchen window.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7150 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

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Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

Lake Tarawera
‪3 min walk‬
Lake Okareka
‪2 min drive‬
Buried Village
‪9 min drive‬
Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1 - Master bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs main bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Ensuite bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Fully furnished with linen, duvets and towels provided. Large deck with outdoor furniture and BBQ. Master bedroom has its own balcony that overlooks lake and boat ramp. Also on site for your use is a double garage. Pohutukawa Lake House-Lake Tarawera sleeps 7. Lake access is nearby with a selection of excellent beaches. Reserve opposite. Only 3 minutes by car to boat ramp.
WiFi, Netflix, a wide range of indoor games available along with up to date magazines, DVD collection and library. There is also a table tennis table, 2 mountain bikes, cricket set, rugby ball, soccer ball available for your use.
Enjoy lake edge walks, swimming, fly fishing or explore the lake. Ten minutes drive to the Landing Cafe and Buried Village. 15 minute drive to mountain bike carpark to access 150km+ of world famous Whakarewarewa mountain bike trails and the Forest Loop Great Ride. Twenty five minutes drive to central Rotorua. Base to enjoy other Rotorua attractions.
Special conditions:
Minimum of three nights stay during public holiday weekends.
Minimum five night stay during January.
Special rates for two weeks or more.

Property manager

Mike Gray

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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 fire extinguisher

About the area

Lake Tarawera

Lake Tarawera is home to this holiday home. Buried Village and Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Skyline Rotorua and Waimangu Cauldron. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.

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Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

What's nearby

Lake Tarawera - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Lake Okareka - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Buried Village - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 21 min drive - 16.8 km
Polynesian Spa - 27 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bp - ‬21 min drive
‪Robert Harris Cafe - Airport - ‬29 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬26 min drive
‪Terrace Airside - ‬26 min drive
‪Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pohutukawa Lake House. Relax in comfort in our well equipped lake house. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pohutukawa Lake House. Relax in comfort in our well equipped lake house.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pohutukawa Lake House. Relax in comfort in our well equipped lake house.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pohutukawa Lake House. Relax in comfort in our well equipped lake house. located?

Located in Lake Tarawera, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Tarawera, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Okareka and Lake Rotokakahi. Lake Tikitapu and Buried Village are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

27 April 2025

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

Beautiful house

We loved staying in this beautiful house next to Lake Tarawera. It was the perfect place for a family getaway. We loved the wood fire and a fire guard was thoughtfully provided for our two year old. Lots of space and close to the lake for a walk and a paddle. Loved how close it was to the Blue Lake and the Redwoods where we enjoyed hiking and biking. Thanks for a lovely stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

12 February 2025

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

Nice seclulded and quiet spot, looking out over the lagoon

Property was easy to find, everything met or exceeded expectation. The driveway was a little tricky for my parents to navigate, but we did receive instructions about that in advance, host was quick to respond to any questions we had.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin h.

25 December 2024

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

Great stay

Lovely place

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

25 November 2024

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

Wonderful, peaceful bach

Absolutely gorgeous place with thoughtful hosts. Beautiful, private gardens. Lovely bedding. Perfect.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lis G.

30 September 2024

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

Breath of freah air

Such a beautiful home, in an amazing location. So quiet, peaceful and relaxing 😌 House was super comfortable and cozy. Had the fire going in the evenings, just enjoyed the location and watching the sun go down in the evenings. Great owner to communicate with, thank you.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

M M.

24 July 2024

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

Perfect

Fantastic location, super clean and homely. We had a lovely weekend in spite of the rain. Would definitely return!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

James H.

14 July 2024

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

Mini break

We had a fantastic few days of mountain biking, Zip lining (highly recommended) and boating all thrown in with an All Blacks win over England. Great spot to relax, house was perfect and easy. The host Mike was easy to communicate with and very hospitable. Thanks

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arna S.

11 July 2024

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

Lake Tarawera

Fabulous place! Perfect for our family of 5. Wonderful hosts, great communication. Highly recommended

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire D.

16 April 2024

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

Fantastic home in a beautiful location

Such a beautifully presented and spectacularly located holiday home. We had a fantastic time and some much needed rest and relaxation. Communication was fantastic including excellent suggestions of things to do in the area. We were greatful for the extra duvets on the bed and fireplace, as the weather was colder than we are used to. Thanks again, Claire and family

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben T.

3 April 2024

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

Great place to stay

Our family had a lovely time. Great views, clean and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil O.

17 March 2024

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

Getaway weekend

Lovely spot with awesome views of the lake. Very roomy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

neil k.

9 March 2024

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

Great vibe

Beautiful, telaxing

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

25 February 2024

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

Tranquil and comfortable getaway

Was showing a friend from the UK around. This was a great property to come back to at the end of a busy day to relax

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dalice B.

27 December 2023

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

Bird song

Family xmas, amazing indoor/outdoor flow, nestled in native bush, beautiful native birds, gorgeous views 🙌

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

17 December 2023

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

Family weekend

This was a beautiful peaceful place to stay with a lovely big house to accommodate us all

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

4 December 2023

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

Enjoyable stay

Good house, great view, fantastic holiday.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

vanessa l.

16 November 2023

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

Long weekend

Down for Garden Festival + decided to stay out at this lovely spot at the lake. Kitchen big enough for 3 women to prepare and cook! Fire being set for our arrival was much appreciated. Good instruction + recommendations booklet. Great views, sunny living areas, amazing deck off the master bedroom. Easy walks in the area and by the lake.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela W., Palmerston North, NZ

10 November 2023

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

A real gem!

Had such a relaxing stay thanks so much! Such an awesome well equipped hoilday home with beautiful views & peaceful bush surrounds. The hosts are great, we got friendly prompt communications & they went over and above, even had the fire place all loaded up & ready for us. Thanks for sharing your slice of paradise with us. We'll be back! :-)

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celia J.

26 October 2023

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

Tarawera stay

Accommodation met all our needs. Spacious, clean and tidy and private in lovely bush setting.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Maria G.

5 October 2023

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

Love Tarawera!

Great place with fab views. House has everything you need for hassle free stay. Owners/ Manager so hospitable and easy to deal with.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna P.

19 September 2023

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

Room with a view or two

Excellent stay by the Lake with views from all the windows. Everything set up for a comfortable stay and useful up-to-date information. We had a great couple of days exploring the region.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

brendon m.

9 August 2023

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

Lovely

Such a nice place to stay. Everyone loved it. We would love to come back and stay again in the summer

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

17 July 2023

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

Great location, great views

Enjoyed stay, house nicely nestled in bush, great views of lake, and only short walk. Well presented property

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alana v.

16 July 2023

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

Just as advertised

Amazing view of the lake and perfect family house. Enjoyed the fireplace every night and great view of the stars. Nice drive to Rotorua and tourist attractions. Good access to walks. Highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

22 May 2023

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

Bush and Lake Paradise

This was an excellent modern property with beautiful native bush and Lake views from the decks and house. It surpassed our expectations. Mike the host was excellent .

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike Gray

What makes this property unique

Stroll to one of the nearby lakeside beaches.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1 - Master bedroom

Bedroom 2

Master Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Downstairs main bathroom

Ensuite bathroom

Spaces

About this property