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A Cosy Hideaway | Hot Tub, Garden & Warm Character Home

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A kitchen with a central island, a stove, and a sink.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, pendant lighting, and a view of greenery outside.
A two-story house with a well-maintained garden, a chimney, and a visible staircase leading to the entrance.
A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a chandelier, and framed pictures on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, and three framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Skyline Rotorua
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Rotorua

Lynmore, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, is home to this holiday home. Rotorua Golf Club and Springfield Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while 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. Rafting offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 10 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 11 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Eat Street - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 20 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's Hamburgers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Spa City Noodle Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Cosy Hideaway | Hot Tub, Garden & Warm Character Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Cosy Hideaway | Hot Tub, Garden & Warm Character Home?

As of 7 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Cosy Hideaway | Hot Tub, Garden & Warm Character Home on 26 January 2027 start from NZ$1,940, 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 Cosy Hideaway | Hot Tub, Garden & Warm Character Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Cosy Hideaway | Hot Tub, Garden & Warm Character Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Cosy Hideaway | Hot Tub, Garden & Warm Character Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Cosy Hideaway | Hot Tub, Garden & Warm Character Home located?

Located in Lynmore, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Lake Rotorua and Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Racing Rotorua are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay with my family, close to the redwoods.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from A Cosy Hideaway | Hot Tub, Garden & Warm Character Home on 30 September 2026
Thanks, Samantha 🥰 So glad you and the family had a lovely stay! Hopefully you managed to squeeze in some good adventures at the Redwoods while you were here too 🌲 We’d love to have you all back sometime! ✨
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2026
it's definitely a beautiful home! Thank you for staying with us 🌞
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from A Cosy Hideaway | Hot Tub, Garden & Warm Character Home on 13 October 2026
Always! 🫧✨ Thanks for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this home. We had what we needed and everything was clean and as advertised. Very conveniently located for everything we wanted to do. The hot tub was a highlight.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review, Lance. We're happy to hear the house was just what you were looking for. The hot tub is definitely a favourite spot to relax!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just cannot fault this property. From the cleanliness, utilities, decor to the location. It was such an enjoyable stay. We were a group of 6 adults and it was more than a comfortable stay. Really LOVED IT!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of five was super happy with this home. Very well appointed and laid out. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Thanks so much, Danika 💛 I'm really glad your family enjoyed their stay. It was a pleasure to host you 😊 Secret Garden House is a much loved place to relax and unwind!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with proximity to mountain bike trails. Enjoyed the bbq, hot tub, and beautiful yard.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2026
Thanks Tim 😊 Ride, BBQ, soak, repeat… sounds like a pretty good stay. 🚵 Glad you made the most of it! 🍻
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spa was great. House was clean and cosy. We had a family of 5 and we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Beautiful kitchen and lovely lounge room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything here was wonderful. Great location only like 2 blocks from the Redwoods. Beautifully decorated and comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The house is so comfortable and had everything we could want. The garden makes it feel very private. I loved how close we were to the Redwood Forest trails. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very comfortable stay.

Great location Clean house Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is by far one of my all time favorite VRBO accommodations! Such a beautiful home with everything you need to feel right at home. The location is perfect to access all of the surrounding activities and to the downtown area. Kristin was a wonderful host. I’d highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rotorua secret

What a lovely property, perfect for our needs and just handy to everything. Loved our short stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

Enough hearing for a cold, wet weekend in Rotoroa. Comfortable beds. Nice kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing spot

We loved this spot. Very private and magical hot tub deck. Great comfortable set up inside as well. We looked at a lot of options to stay but this one really stood out and it totally delivered.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful home in Rotorua

Great home, loved the layout, wonderful amenities, proximity to activities and shops was great. Quiet neighborhood, wonderful for relaxing. Kitchen was great for making meals and enjoying food with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice home in a great location

The house is clean and modern with great living spaces inside and out, including a spa on the back deck. It's an ideal base to explore the Redwoods, with the forest just a few minutes walk/cycle away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 January 2023
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay! Hopefully we can welcome you back another time ☺️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rotorua Redwoods

Lovely property with all the amenities needed for a wonderful stay. Great layout that works well. Bedrooms were perfect and the bedding was very nice. All very clean! Location is great for entry into the Redwoods and the attractions/town are just minutes away by car. Definitely our preferred place to stay in Rotorua.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming and cozy retreat in the suburbs

Perfect getaway location with easy access to all that Rotorua has to offer. Wake to the sound of birds chirping in the morning / evening. Best if one has personal vehicle to get to activities but Uber is also an option. Wonderful hosts. Met my every expectation and that of my adult family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

adventure weekend

Fantastic house - check lamps in front bedroom a bit of a smell when left on - (electrical ). otherwise it was the perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

Great place for a break, has everything you need ++. It was cosy but large enough for us to spread out and the outdoor area was perfect for socialising at the end of a busy day. Easy access to the Redwoods for walks and biking. Safe and secure storage for bikes. We will be back! Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Property

Our stay at the Secret Garden was wonderful. The home was amazing and so much thought was put into it for the comfort of the guests. The kitchen was fully equipped to meet our needs and the home was tastefully decorated. The bedrooms were comfortable and the linens were professionally cleaned and pressed. The host was very communicative and immediately responded to our questions. If we are ever in Rotorua again, we would definitely stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great stay - thank you

We had such a lovely stay! It was the perfect spot for our family of 5. The home was lovely and quiet (great for our day napper 2 yr old) and the location was fantastic for quick trips to the red woods and the kids loved the spa pool. Unfortunately the weather wasn't great, so we couldn't use the lovely backyard outdoor area to its full advantage. Kristin was amazing to deal with, she was always quick to get back to me with any questions I had and is super, super friendly. A big Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect home away from home

Let me just get this out of the way: I can't say a single bad thing about this house. It's in a fantastically convenient location, it's beautiful, cozy, and safe. The showers are hot and strong, the washer and dryer work great, there are plenty of wall outlets and plenty of storage. If I were in the market for a house to buy, I would stop looking after finding this one. When we arrived in Rotorua, there were still a couple of hours before our arrival time. Our host provided ample and clear communication and even had the house ready for us early, which was much appreciated after a wildly jetlagged walk through the redwood forest just a brief walk away from the home. The week that followed was very much like being at home in New Zealand. Which, considering we'd arrived from Florida, was welcome. Everything about the house was exactly what we needed (two adults and a 9-year-old). Waking up in the morning with the birds chattering away outside, plenty of space to make whatever meals we wished, and easy access to everything Rotorua offers when we wanted to get out. Given we stayed in winter, it's probably worth saying that the home was solid and kept a perfectly pleasant temperature day and night. The art in the home was utterly delightful. If you're at all like we are, if you like to settle in and pretend you're living somewhere (for an all too brief time) and not just visiting, this place is definitely worth a look. We will absolutely stay here again whenever we return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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