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A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets.

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Property grounds
Exterior
Living area
Bar (on property)
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
  • Place, Lake Rotoiti
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Loft beddroom

1 Single Bed

Lower floor double bed room

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom.

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Down stairs lower floor level

Toilet · Shower only

Master bedroom ensuit

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets.

A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home.
Easy access to the lake edge and great walks.
Relax on the deck with fantastic sunsets.
Rotorua is only 20 minutes away for your shopping.
There is lots of peace and quiet at our bach.
Swim in the lake, fish for the best trout, paddleboard, kayak or catch the shuttle boat to the hot pools. follow this link for more details on the shuttle service https://rotoitiwatershuttles.co.nz/our-trips-faqs/

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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

Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9548578
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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Rotorua

Located in Tikitere, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Rotorua Night Market and Rotorua Central Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Okere Falls Scenic Reserve and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Racing Rotorua or Rotorua International Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Lake Rotoiti - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 21 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 24 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 30 min drive - 28.9 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Okere Falls Store - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Terrace Airside - ‬15 min drive
  • Te Ngae Fish Supply
  • ‪The Trout & Badger - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Pikiao Rugby League Club - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets.?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets. on 17 May 2026 start from AU$323, 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 character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A character 1960 Scandinavian holiday home - great for families and pets. located?

Located in Tikitere, this holiday home is steps from Lake Rotoiti and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools and Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa. Wonderworld Amazement Park and Lake Rotorua are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house full of character, we loved it and are definitely keen to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ritu P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host - very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was gorgeous and we could spot many different kinds of birds. The place had everything we needed.
View from second floor room.
Cute birds that visited ever morning.
First floor sweep
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly beautiful views and such a lovely spot to unwind by the lake. We really enjoyed making use of the kayaks stored in the garage – a perfect way to get out on the water. The owner is genuinely friendly and goes out of their way to make guests feel welcome and well looked after.There are plenty of games available, which was fantastic for us travelling with two little kids – they had a great time. The location also works really well as a base for exploring Rotorua, the geothermal areas, or even heading out for some rafting adventures.Like many places surrounded by nature, you might come across the odd mouse or spider – all part of the experience. The terrace and balcony could do with a little bit of TLC, but overall it’s a warm, relaxed, and enjoyable place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dixies L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most beautiful stay here. It was so relaxing and peaceful and the house was so quirky and interesting. There was wine and biscuits awaiting our arrival which was a lovely gesture.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

Great spot

Beautiful, peaceful location. Fun accomodation
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2025
Cheers for the great review, Kate. You're most welcome to visit us anytime. Thank you for looking after our little haven. Best regards Tim, Julie, and Hannah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

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

Beautiful location and house

Very special property with beautiful views and lots of wildlife
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Great place for kids!

We had a great stay - the kids didn’t want to leave. Great place, fun rooms, awesome location. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2025
Thank you for your great review. We are well pleased uou enjoyed your stay at the bach. Your most wecome to come and visit again. Have a great New Zealand Christmas. Best regards Tim, Julie and Jack
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Peaceful

Fantastic location. Great family get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2024
Thank you, David, for the great review. You are most welcome to revisit us anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Great Getaway

Great spot for a relaxing getaway. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Beautiful views on lake Rotoiti

We loved Tim's place. The views were amazing, the house was cozy, and we loved digging a hole at the hot water beach just below the house. It was magic!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angus L.

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

Fabulous holiday home, excellent hosts!

Excellent location for a summer getaway, suburb views, great kiwi batch with exceptional hosts. The hot water beach and ability to kayak from the house to the near by hot springs is a bonus! We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

Wonderful and peaceful

Stunning views and house has everything you need! So peaceful with lots to do in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nadia g.

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

Beautiful views

Best location with great hosts in a character home.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful setting!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

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

Lake Rotoiti Chalet

Fabulously located lakeside chalet, home away from home very peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
Thank you Jane for your compliment on Old Charm. It very gratafing to have our valued guest appreciate the baches unique and ppeaceful position. Thank you for looking after treasure. Best regards Tim and Julie
Verified

4/10 Poor

Melissa W.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location
Host failed to mention the Bach is on a logging road which was actively being logged. The road was closed (we had to arrange with the logging crew to let us through) and power was cut one day. We were woken up to logging operation noise and the Bach shaking as the trees were felled across the road. I feel lucky that we brought our 4wheel drive truck as my car would’ve most likely gotten stuck on the road (after 3 days of logging there were deep ruts and a lot of mud on the road). Host was kind when we checked in but when we brought up the issues he didn’t respond and ignored my texts telling me he would respond later. Extra costs were not visible of our side of the site which led to a lot of confusion when we were charged and extra person (the Bach sleeps 6, we were 5 but he says the fee is for 4 people).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon O.

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

Relaxing weekend in a wonderful location

Great value in a great location. Beautiful surroundings. Agent was extremely helpful - thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

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

Awesome house and view

Fantastic location with beautiful views. Loved the comfortable homey feel. Everything we needed was there. House is clean beds warm and comfortable . Had a very relaxing couple of days
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Callum S.

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

Idyllic magical location

Beautiful character home set in the bush not far from the lakes edge. Good access to the kayaks. Stunning sunsets. Comfortable beds and places to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Great stay!

House was wonderful for our family. Just what we needed. It felt like home from the moment we walked in and had everything we needed for a great vacation :)
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cris S.

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

Needed a rest

Excellent host, very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

kiaya B.

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

Peace and quiet

Thanks for sharing your place. Kids loved the water!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

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

Beautiful retreat

Awesome house and location and incredible views. Owners very friendly and incredibly responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc C.

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

Beautiful spot

Amazing views & bird life. Interesting house which our kids loved. Spacious & quiet. We used to have a family bach nearby so it was great to revisit the area. Hope to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2025
Thank you for your great review, Marc. It is so gratifying to Hannah, Julie, and me to hear that you all had a great stay with us. The Bach has a certain charm that helps you relax when you are there. You're most welcome to call and visit anytime. Best regards Tim, Julie, and Hannah

About the host

Hosted by Tim Mahoney

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We live in Auckland and love our retreat in Rotorua.
After busy weeks working in business in Auckland, it's always great to leave the hustle and bustle of the big city behind and recharge the batteries.
The lakeside bach is great whether you're going to Rotorua for an event, visiting family, mowing the lawns, or just taking a break. Every visit is a treat.
Now, we are offering the bach so others can enjoy its charms.
We greatly enjoy seeing locals, out-of-towners, and overseas visitors enjoying their say at Old Charm.
We also enjoy sharing the hidden treasures and places to visit that most people do not see or find while in Rotorua.
We take great pleasure in the feedback and dialog from all travelers and strive to ensure that all visitors enjoy their stay with us.

Why they chose this property

The treasures are the peace, tui singing, dragonflies, wood pigeons, and incredible lake views.

What makes this property unique

We love the unique design of the house. It reminds us of being back in Sweden many years ago.
Its open plan on the upper and lower floors is more like a Kiwi house design.
We've kept the family atmosphere here with board games, music CDs, movies, a BBQ, and old-fashioned decor.

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