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A beautiful home away from home on the lake

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Living area
Room
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Rotoma, Bay Of Plenty
  • Place, Lake Rotoma
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 (right)

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (left)

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 4 (separate studio)

2 Single Beds

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

In the main house and only one bathroom Please note this

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms

About this property

A beautiful home away from home on the lake

Kick back and relax at the' Bach on Lakefront property. Restful and healing place for those needing to get away from the city.
Sitting on the gorgeous Golden Mile, the baches consist of a modernized dwelling and two separate sleepouts' that add class. Set on a large section (1171m2 more or less) the property has heaps of room for extra campervans, petanque, glam campers, kayaks, boats, and much more!! Just spill out on the large deck. This is bound to attract the water lovers, with its proximity to a unique trout fishing experience, the local boat ramp, hot pools (5kms up the road), and cool drinks at the Old Trout Cafe

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7391865
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lake Rotoma

Located in Lake Rotoma, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools and Awakeri Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Eat Street and Rotorua Night Market. Rotorua Arts Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Rotoma, Bay Of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Lake Rotoma - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Rotoiti - 16 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 50 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 54 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 55 min drive - 48.9 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rotoma Roadhouse Cafe and Takeaways

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautiful home away from home on the lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A beautiful home away from home on the lake?

As of 28 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A beautiful home away from home on the lake on 30 June 2026 start from NZ$318, 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 A beautiful home away from home on the lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A beautiful home away from home on the lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful home away from home on the lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A beautiful home away from home on the lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Rotoma and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Rotoehu and Lake Rotoiti. Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa and Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 51 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

3.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhysa D.

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

pleasant stay

Great house and location, lovely people
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dean A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adult getaway

Great location had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always fun at Rotoma

Great spot, live this bach and outbuildings with rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren O.

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

Fantastic spot close to Lake Rotoma

This Bach was perfect for our families with the 3 little separate sleep outs & the bedroom inside made it perfect to fit our family in. Definitely recommend this spot & perfect for the budget.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Aimee W.

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

Great Location

Heaps of room and the view is fab. Stayed in the house a few times now.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Awesome, right on the lake front

Lovely spot on Rotoma, beautiful swimming area straight across the road, bach was perfect, loads of room with the extra sleeping areas out back. We lived on the deck most of our stay and enjoyed the view. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2020
Thanks for your lovely review and we enjoyed having you over. Would definitely love to have you over again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Beautiful location, house fits whanau well

Great week at the lake, rained mostly but lots of room for everyone to spread out, play games and /or sleep lol
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Priya S.

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

Property location was great, loved our stay

Location was perfect, right across the road from the lake. Host was responsive. We had a great time. Property is old so some TLC is required.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Typical kiwi bach

Good little bach nice & close to the lake. Great for families, with seperate sleeping areas which was good for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Maree G.

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

Relaxing stay at gorgeous location

Waking up to gorgeous views across the lake so special. Easy access for swimming and watersports.Large covered outdoor area perfect for wet weather. Having the sleepouts great for older family giving everyone their own space.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siva P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Wonderful Stay!

Absolutely wonderful stay we had with a bunch of 9 friends. Had all the amenities needed for cooking and heaters were present in all the rooms also with stunning views of the lake itself. Communication could have been better. Overall a best stay at an affordable price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

White G.

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

👍

Nice comfortable home
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Cosy bach

Lovely, cosy bach. Well equipped kitchen. The separate outside bedrooms gave every one space and privacy. The lake was beautiful to look at and swim in. A really peaceful retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Hannah H.

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

Great family bach

My family and I had a great stay here, it was very tidy and great location. Was awesome to wake up and go on the beautiful lake. The photos on the listing do not do it justice. The only problem we had was the shower, it was scolding hot, almost unbearable and very low pressure but other than that we had an amazing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

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

Perfect spot

Awesome property located in the perfect location along the golden mile. We moored the boat right in front of the property whilst our stay and only had to walk across the road whenever we wanted to take it out. Fantastic!!!! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabrielle B.

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

Great Kiwi Bach

The property had great lake access with it being across the road. The two kayaks were a nice bonus for the kids offering a bit extra for the days on the lake. The house is your typical bach which reflects the affordable cost however it has all necessities and was comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Wifi

Paid for week of wifi but couldn't get on as password was wrong Other than that was lovely place good location walking distance to lake
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

shannon p.

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

Lovely little Bach on the main

Property was as listed , lovely little tidy 1 bedroom main house with cabins for over flow guest Everything you need for a lovely escape Plenty of room for the cars and boat Swimming beach across the road Large deck to watch the sun set and enjoy a bbq Lake is stunning ! Bach managers/owner very helpful and sorted everything we needed help with promptly. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2021
Thanks for your kind words. We will welcome you any time.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

louise T.

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

The place was discusting

I want money back all of it please
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Zainal A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

cleanilness

overall property very dirty
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2023
Thanks for your feedback, please tell me in which way it was dirty as it took our house cleaner over 3hrs to clean after you guys. Including broker bottle in the freezer. Please let me know so that we can improve.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Courtney P.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Locked out, No sheets and towels for a $75 linen fee

On arrival the access instructions were not provided and we found ourselves locked out for about an hour. Fortunately the property owner was quick to message back and apologetic. The property description does not have clear instructions with regard to linen provision, I checked this prior to packing to come to the property but I had been charged a $75 linen fee on top of cleaning and service fees so assumed that linen sheets and towels would be provided. These were not provided and covid was given as the reason. The linen fee was not refunded. The property is in a great location but the house and outbuildings are quite damp and have a strong damp smell. We made the most of this stay but overall the experience was poor and the house was clean and tidy but not a great value stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Manouchehr P.

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

It was amazing

Everything was good, the view , barbecue, there was enough space, so on. There were two problems 1- the toilet was not cleaned. 2- the water in the shower was too hot that made it almost unusable. Other things were good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Shona M.

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

Rainy getaway

Closeness to the lake is great. Shame the weather was so bad we couldn't enjoy it. Would do it again though
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhysa D.

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

lake rotama

lovely place to stay a pity we were working so didnt really get to enjoy the area
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nikesh S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Fun

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Reshmi Fox

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We are a group of friends that love this place and wanted to have a place of our own. Some of us do not own a property apart from this Property. I had a dream of having a community place where my friends and I can go, chill and spend time with each other and call it our own. We made this a reality and love this place so we would like to invite people to enjoy this lakefront property as much as we do. We donate our bach to people who are in need to take their loved ones who are sick and from some of the feedback, they have found the lake to be very healing for them. I would like to continue and donate to more to people who need respite and can contact me directly so that we can help families and get families together. We would love to help those that truly need help and healing or recovering from illness.

Why they chose this property

This is a unique lakeside property where there is nothing but zen time. If you are a water lover the lake is just perfect for those quick swim and sports. This can accommodate up to 10 people, unfortunately due to regulation only has one kitchen and bathroom but we have plans to extend and to accommodate another bathroom in the future.

What makes this property unique

We help those who need help in the community. We donate to those seeking respite and recovering from illness since our purchase of this property. We take pride in our charity work that this property allows us to do. The property has played a part in Home schooling up to 10 children and allowed respite for sufferers from illnesses.

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