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Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home

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Outdoor dining
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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Lake Tarawera, Rotorua
  • Place, Lake Tarawera
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Skyline Rotorua
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home

Perched to showcase serene bush and lake views, this elevated retreat offers the perfect setting for relaxation and fun by the lake!

Family Fun at The Lake is a spacious 2-story, 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom Lake Tarawera holiday home. Upstairs, enjoy several generous living areas complete with a fireplace to keep things cosy during the cooler months, making it easy for your group to unwind together.

The home features seamless indoor/outdoor flow from both sides of the lounge. One deck is sheltered, providing a comfortable space for year-round use, while the other is perfect for sunny days—fire up the BBQ or simply relax amidst the peaceful treetop surroundings.

The downstairs area, accessible via an external entrance, offers a self-contained living space ideal for families or couples. It includes a kitchenette, a sitting area, and a pool table, ensuring entertainment for everyone on those cosy indoor days.

For lake adventures, take advantage of the dinghy and 2 kayaks provided, along with 2 children’s life jackets. Explore the nearby walking tracks or plan day trips to other beautiful lake destinations. With ample parking and a large boat shed, this property is also a fantastic choice if you’re bringing a boat.

Whether you’re seeking adventure or a peaceful retreat, Family Fun at The Lake has everything you need for an unforgettable stay!
As shown in the photos, this property has unfenced access to a large expanse of bush nearby. It is essential that guests take person responsibility for the safety of their group in and around the bush area adjacent to the property.

Please note the staircase at this property is external. There are no internal stairs in this holiday home.

There are 2x children's lifejackets to go with 2x kayaks.

Please note that there is only intermittent mobile phone reception at this property due to the remote location.

Please note that the outdoor boat shed is not available for use

Please note that the property has three external security cameras (showing outdoor access points covering both sets of stairs and the driveway entrance).

Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home?

As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home on 28 Apr 2026 start from AU$496, 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 Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Fun at The Lake - Lake Tarawera Home located?

Situated in Lake Tarawera, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Tarawera and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Okareka and Buried Village. Lake Rotokakahi and Lake Tikitapu are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Fantastic location

Great place, excellent deck and plenty of living space. Everything was tidy and well maintained. Great view out to the mountain and short walk to the lake. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future. Thanks again for choosing to stay with us!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ada H.

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Place to stay

This house was impressing when we arrived during the evening as the place was lit up giving us the 'wow' factor. There were 10 of us staying so we fitted in well. However it had a damp smell in/on the bottom floor of which we tried to 'air the place out'. There was 2 room's up top, one with the queen size bed, which I felt was really standard compared to the queen size downstairs. This room also had a smell that we could not make out what it was (strange). Later on that evening the power went out in the bottom room and hallway as well as the top bedroom and 2nd lounge area. This had also affected the hot water tank as we had to cope with cold water for 2 days. I tried to contact the managers to no avail. I still have not heard from them (left messages on there mobile) and it has been 3 days since we left the property. I must warn people that when we booked, it looked like we were not to far from town but the trip took 20 minute's especially if you dont know the roads. Too far out for my liking. other than that, it was nice and warm inside due to the fireplace and plenty of wood to burn. Kitchen facility and stocked very well. Apart from the cold water it was nice...
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thankyou for your feedback Ada. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the facilities and fireplace and we apologise for any inconvenience that you may have experienced during your stay. We are sorry that the property wasn't up to your expectations and apologise for the lack of communication. We appreciate the time you have taken to give us feedback and we look to see you again soon! - Shubhashri
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Kiwi Bach In The Bush

We enjoyed our Bach experience The Bach in the bush with great views of the lake reminded me of the baches of my youth -lower story rooms in a converted garage but with a pool table to entertain. Upper storey spacious with a log fire
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

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

Enjoyed our stay. Had a greatweekend stay.

Easy process thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Caroline R.

Nice stay. Easy to get in and out. Had everything we needed.

Little bit better cleaning would be good. Skirtings and I found old food in the bedside table.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thanks for your review, Caroline! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and hope to see you back again soon! - Scotty
Archival

8/10 Good

Great spot, close enough to Rotorua and loads of cool things to do near the house.

Great spot, close enough to Rotorua and loads of cool things to do near the house.

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