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Bach 575, Lakefront with Boatshed

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Bach
Boatshed

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Lake Tarawera
  • Place, Lake Okareka
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

B2, King Bed can split into 2 Single beds if needed.

1 King Bed

B3,King Bed can split into 2 Single beds if needed.

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Sleepout, King Bed can split into 2 Single beds if needed.

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bach 575, Lakefront with Boatshed

You will love our lakefront Kiwi bach in quiet Otumutu Lagoon and enjoy every moment holidaying at this unique and relaxing place.

Stunning views, a large deck, a fully secure boatshed and safe swimming beach with pontoon are just the beginning. Combine the joys of peaceful lakefront privacy with the benefits of access to the lake and grounds to explore.

Enjoy homemade pizzas in the woodfired oven, use of BBQ comfy beds, Blu Ray player/dvd, freeview TV and small library of books and games.In winter enjoy the cosy fire place including firewood and heaters in all rooms. There's even a professionally built treehouse, great for the kids.
Enjoy the use of kayaks, life jackets, pontoon and cold smoker and decide if you leave your phone on as this is one of a handful of houses that gets full cellphone coverage.

With this bach being one of the last on the lake to see the setting sun, Kiwi holidays don't get any better than this - . You can even bring your dog! (by arrangement only).
Although we can sleep up to 8 adults and 2 kids, please note our lounge area is not huge, Larger groups will not be accepted for your own comfort.
Maximum of 8 Adults.(Max 10 people including Kids)
We only allow a max of 10 people at the property at any given time including day visitors. (ie no group gatherings allowed)

Weddings or going to a wedding at the Black Barn? Our bach is possibly the most further-est away from the Black Barn. Please google locations before making a inquiry to ensure you are happy with the location.

Special conditions:
Pets allowed with prior approval ::: Families preferred ::: Maximum of 8 Adults, Max 10 persons on property at any time, incl Visitors ::: Rubbish bags are provided and need to be disposed of at the transfer station at the end of your stay. There is no kerbside rubbish collection ::: No heavy cooking, aromatic cooking , ie curries etc, to respect renters after you (Airing fee may apply) ::: Our property is monitored 24 hours by Lake Security for your piece of mind.

Extras: Linen (Optional, NZ$20.00 per person); Please indicate if you want Linen when you inquire, we will add to your quote manually as HomeAway don't have an option for you to add.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Note: There is a step/stairs off the deck
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Events

No events allowed
No suitable for parties or wedding groups
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Pets

Pets allowed
On approval from Owner
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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
Note from host: No suitable for parties or wedding groups
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Tarawera

Located in Lake Tarawera, this holiday home is on a lake. Waimangu Cauldron and DriftKartz are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Skyline Rotorua and Luge Rotorua. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.
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Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

What's nearby

  • Lake Tarawera - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Buried Village - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Lake Tikitapu - 18 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 25 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 31 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Robert Harris Coffee Roasters - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Terrace Airside - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Great Spice Indian Takeaway - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Pizza Library - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bach 575, Lakefront with Boatshed pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bach 575, Lakefront with Boatshed?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bach 575, Lakefront with Boatshed?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bach 575, Lakefront with Boatshed?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bach 575, Lakefront with Boatshed located?

This family-friendly Lake Tarawera holiday home is located on a lake, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Lake Tarawera, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Okareka and Buried Village. Lake Rotokakahi and Lake Tikitapu are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 215 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super easy stay, amazing spot, everything you’d need!! Great for families.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

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

Lake stay

Incredible grounds!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thijs B.

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

Great place to unwind and have quality family time.

We all loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Dorothy Elizabeth Lloyd H.

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

DLH

Absolutely perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

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

Great Family Venue

An ideal property for a family with a boat. The house and boat shed are great and the view is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

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

Lovely cosy bach with awesome lake access

Really lovely, so many thoughtful and useful things ready to use. Kayaks were loads of fun and the pizza oven was a huge hit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

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

Beautiful location

We absolutely enjoyed our stay. The kids loved playing by the lake, the swing and the treehouse. The view was stunning and allowed us to rest and relax. It had everything we needed. Wished we stayed for longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yii P.

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

A truly hidden gem

We loved our stay, it was so lovely to be able to just relax and spend time enjoying the property with our young children. Such a stunning spot! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G., Kapiti, Wellington

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

Idilic property

Celebration of a significant birthday and such a wonderful stay for all. Would recommend this property and already thinking about another time to get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa M.

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

Another fabulous weekend at this property!

This property has become an annual long weekend escape for our group and we love it every time! Such a magical spot, property has everything you need plus extras and the weather was amazing for us! Thank you! We’ll be back again 2024!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice T.

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

Unreal plan

Second time visiting with our group of friends. Unreal location, very spacious and clean. Awesome access to the lake and boat shed. Deck with the perfect view. Can’t complain.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy O.

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

Peace, views, comfort.

It’s a lovely place to be, we lived on the deck and at night made use of the extensive movie selection! It’s got that great Kiwi bach feel with everything you need and extras for a lovely stay, good or bad weather. So good to be able to have the dogs. Two adult kayaks were well used by us. Quick walk down the path to the lake through a little slice of bush, just beautiful. We were lucky no neighbours were there for most of our stay, but we did find it pretty close when they’re there.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan W.

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

Great Bach AWESOME location

The Bach was perfect for the setting of lake Tarawera. The peacefulness and position of the property, where you can look over the entire lake was splendid. The kids enjoyed exploring and having their own space to sleep, along with the tree house as a clubhouse was a cherry on top for them. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Perfect place for us

This property is well set up with everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable break. Everything has been thought of down to supplying plenty to do even when the weather isn’t so great. The beds were very comfortable! Plenty of space for the whole family with a great treehouse for the kids. The view from the bach is just magic! The private beach and kayaks are an added bonus. Wonderful outdoor spaces with lovely native gardens. We loved it here and would happily return. Thank you for hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Amazing place to stay

One of the best places we have stayed. The view and location was outstanding. The use of the boatshed for our boat was fantastic and made using our boat really easy as the boatshed is at the bottom of the garden, fitting our 5m boat in. There was everything we needed and enjoyed the extensive range of DVD's for family movie nights. Who needs wifi? Even with teenages, it was nice to give them a break away from the internet. Will definitely be back to enjoy the piece and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning as always. View to die for, wonderfully clean and tidy. As there is no wifi, a great place to reconnect as a family and slow down and enjoy each others company.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Léo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and classic nz batch!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMELIA H.

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

What a view!

A lovely house, had everything we needed for 2 families - well appointed kitchen, comfy beds, plenty of space inside and out to relax and play games, watch dvd’s, and relax by the fire after a day out - absolutely perfect for our winter stay. Kids enjoyed a paddle on the lake. Close enough to the centre of town (maybe 20 min drive) to be convenient. That view was beyond belief. Thanks for having us :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

Easter Week at the Lake

We stayed here with our son for 6 nights and absolutely loved the Bach, grounds, access to the lake, stunning view and tranquility. Being able to bring the dog was an absolute bonus. The Bach is well set up with everything you need. Activity wise you are spoilt for choice with kayaking from your own jetty, walking around the lake or further afield, mountain biking and all the other attractions Rotorua has to offer or just lazing on the deck with a book. Highly recommended
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gretchen b.

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

We’d come back :)

The location is amazing and the home is quaint and cosy. We really enjoyed sitting on the deck during the day and inside with the fire at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yii P.

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

Beautiful getaway

We have stayed here before and have loved the location and the view. Thanks again for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodd and Rosie K.

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

Beautiful Location

This is our 3rd time staying here. We absolutely love it and hope to return again Stunning views, cosy and comfortable with everything you need and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie C.

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

Relaxing break

Another enjoyable holiday at this beautiful spot!Fishing, wakeboarding, kayaking, swimming and lovely sunsets to watch from the deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia L.

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

Bach with a view

Family long weekend, jet skiing on the lake, mountain biking at the red woods. Ate out at Eat Street and spent plenty of time chilling on the deck looking at that view. Cute modern, clean, tidy, well equipped Bach with ever changing views of the lake. Great location, can be active with all that Roturoa has to offer or take it easy n unwind just chilling at the Bach. We will defo be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Fantastic long weekend

On arrival we were blown away with the location and view, simply breathtaking. As a family group of eight adults and one baby under one we were well catered for with beds which were comfy. The kitchen is extremely well equipped with all we needed. Access to the lake and kayaks was easy. All on all, a very relaxing weekend enjoyed by all of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

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Hosted by JeffAl12

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