Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12315 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty Region

Skyline Rotorua3 min drive
Mitai Maori Village4 min drive
Polynesian Spa7 min drive
Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)25 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Apartment Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite to Bedroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

**Full refund offered for cancellations due to covid travel restriction**

Affordable luxury at Kawaha Point. Lovely, generously appointed two level, 4 bedroom home in a stunning setting - the perfect lake edge family holiday location.

Sleeps up to 12 comfortably so is ideal for two or three families wanting to share a holiday experience and costs. Also ideal for family reunions, team building weekends, responsible sports groups and business get-togethers. No large, noisy gatherings exceeding 15 people. Please keep noise down after 10 pm in consideration of neighbours.

Open plan design with two lounges and three separate deck areas. Large deck adjacent to new kitchen has magnificent views over Lake Rotorua and Rotorua City. Front deck includes BBQ. Garage has gym equipment. Home theatre lounge has 65" TV, Sky Sport, Netflix, Neon, YouTube and over 1000 DVD movies. There is a separate conversation lounge or kids lounge with TV and DVD player (with dozens of kids DVDs).

Under floor gas heating and two cosy log fires with wood supplied during winter. All linen, towels and cooking utensils are provided.

The property is private and secluded with beautiful gardens, has a new spa overlooking the lake and city, and is only 3 kms from CBD. Short walk to local dairy and bus stop. Handy to Rotorua's world famous thermal attractions, geysers and mud pools. 15 minute walk to gondolas, luge and Rainbow Springs. Handy to all of the other Rotorua Lakes, Bay of Plenty beaches and Mount Ruapehu for skiing. Disabled access.

Garaging, if required. Boat ramps are close by and there is room to park the jet ski or a small boat. 4 kayaks and dinghy available for guest use.

Self contained apartment above garage with internal access has king bed in bedsit/lounge/kitchenette area, separate single bedroom, separate shower and toilet, and is available for an additional $150 per night.

Extras: Cleaning (NZ$75.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

Kerry Starling

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Family birthday/anniversary celebrations allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

By arrangement

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Only outside the property

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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: Family birthday/anniversary celebrations allowed

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rotorua

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Kawaha Point, a neighbourhood in Rotorua. Mount Ngongotaha and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Skyline Rotorua and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park. Travelling with kids? Consider DriftKartz and Waimangu Cauldron. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

View more Holiday homes in Rotorua

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty Region

What's nearby

Skyline Rotorua - 3 min drive
Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park - 3 min drive
Mitai Maori Village - 4 min drive
Eat Street - 6 min drive
Polynesian Spa - 7 min drive

Getting around

Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 4 min drive
Burgerfuel - 3 min drive
Gold Star Bakery - 5 min drive
Wendy’S - 3 min drive
Kfc - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Affordable lake edge luxury at The Willows, Lake Rotorua located?

This family-friendly Rotorua holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Skyline Rotorua, Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park and DriftKartz. Mitai Maori Village and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Georgina J.

24 Jan 2023

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

Wonderful family holiday

This is a wonderful house for extended family. The lakeside location with kayaks and life jackets provided is perfect. And the fantastic spa is also right on the water. Amazing view. Beautiful gardens. Two living rooms. Well stocked pantry and bathrooms. NB: The listing says 3 bathrooms but we didn't read the description properly which says third bathroom comes only when you rent the extra apartment. So we only had an ensuite and a main bathroom, which we made work. The only other issue we had for boat owners to be aware of is that there is a steep, windy driveway down to the property which we couldn't get our boat down. The DVD library is the largest I've ever seen - wow! Kerry responded promptly to all our questions. A beautiful, great value property. Highly recommend!

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

15 Dec 2022

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

Great family time!

We are grateful for Kerry’s warm hospitality! The house was a perfect getaway for our family of 9, with lots of room to spread around and very cozy. Our teens love the kaya and the younger kids had a lot of movie selections. Kitchen was well stocked and the garden was lovely. Views from upstair room was stunning! We had a great stay and if we ever head back to Rotorua we would love to stay here again! Thanks Kerry ☺️

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merrin J.

30 Sept 2022

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

Large luxe lake house!

Fabulous place! Spacious, premium views of the lake. Great dvd and cd collection. Great kitchen with even better views! Beautiful garden . 5 star property! Kerry is a Friendly, helpful and gave great recommendations for cafes/ restaurants

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fay K.

16 Mar 2024

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

Wonderful

Beautiful home, wonderful experience! We enjoyed every second :)

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

7 Jan 2024

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

Perfect vacation home

You will be relaxed from the moment you step foot on this property. Kerry is an amazing host and always answers any questions quickly. The property is nothing short of amazing. The gardens, the views and the hottub by the lakeside are all exactly what you need to feel you are on a private resort. We had a large group with lots of space to spare.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kerry Starling

I live with my partner, Sandy, at Lake Tarawera, and have been renting out my former family home at Kawaha Point for 15 years. We have 4 sons between us and 7 grandchildren to keep us busy. We like travelling in our campervan, mountain biking, live music, movies and I love all sport, particularly English football.

My day job is Procurement Manager for Rotorua Lakes Council where I work Tuesdays to Fridays.

Why they chose this property

I had to buy my home again in a divorce settlement and I decided to rent it out to pay for it. I have loved every minute of the experience of meeting new guests from all over the world. Particularly when they arrive and see just what a magic location the property is set.

What makes this property unique

Private and quiet lake edge living in a very spacious home where large groups can spread out over 2 lounge areas, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Sleeps 12 comfortably.

An additional self-contained apartment above the garage is available for larger groups for an extra $150 per night with king bed, single bed, lounge and kitchenette, additional shower and toilet.

The property is only a few minutes from the city centre and attractions, despite being extremely quiet and private..

New spa pool (June 2021) located in the garden overlooking the lake and the lights of the city at night. The spa is hot and ready for guests on arrival.

There is a dinghy and 4 kayaks available for complimentary guest use, along with a range of life-jackets.

The property has beautiful gardens, particularly in the spring.