Lakeside Gem - Lake Views, Kayaks, Sleeps 8

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9.5Outstanding
(50 Ratings)
"We ubered from the airport which was an easy process. We had to take two cars for the four of us with our luggage. The drivers are friends. We arranged for them to take us back to the airport ahead of..."
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9.5 / 10
Outstanding(50 Ratings)

House in Rotorua

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this house rental

Summary:

A stylish two-storey holiday home in Ngongotahā with great lake views from both decks, your own kayaks and a warm, well-appointed interior - moments from the lake and handy to Skyline and Zorb.



📍 7-8 min » Skyline, Zorb & Canopy Tours

📍 15 min » Polynesian Spa & Wai Ariki Spa

📍 16 min » Te Puia

📍 21 min » Redwoods Forest

📍 23 min » Rotorua Airport



✅ Great lake views & kayaks to explore the water

✅ Sleeps 8 - two kings, a queen & bunk, plus sofa beds

✅ 36 Mbps WIFI



The Space:

A stylish, comfortable two-storey holiday home in the quiet lakeside suburb of Ngongotahā, with great lake views from both the garden-level and upstairs decks. The main living area has a heat pump for year-round comfort and opens out to the decks, and each bedroom has its own heater and fan. It's a warm, well-appointed base - fully furnished with everything you need, plus two kayaks to get out on the water.



HIGHLIGHTS

⭐️ Great lake views from both the garden-level and upstairs decks

⭐️ Two kayaks and lifejackets provided to explore the lake

⭐️ Sleeps 8 - two king bedrooms, a queen-and-bunk room, plus two sofa beds

⭐️ Heat pump in the main living area, and a heater and fan in every bedroom

⭐️ Fully-equipped kitchen, laundry and two Smart TVs

⭐️ Garage plus free street parking, and the home is alarmed

⭐️ Just 7-8 minutes to Skyline, Zorb and Canopy Tours

⭐️ A quiet, handy Ngongotahā base, 10 minutes from the city



- BEDROOMS -

Bedroom 1 (Master): King bed

Bedroom 2: King bed

Bedroom 3: Queen bed plus a bunk bed

Upstairs living room: Two sofa beds (pull-out couches)

Sleeps 8 in total. Each bedroom has its own heater and fan. All bedding and linen supplied.



- BATHROOMS -

Two full bathrooms.



- LIVING AREA -

A comfortable two-storey layout with the main living area warmed by a heat pump and opening out to the deck, plus two Smart TVs and a fully-equipped kitchen with a washer and dryer. There's outdoor living on both the garden level and the upstairs deck, with lovely lake views.



- PARKING -

A garage for one car, plus free parking on the street. The home is alarmed for security.



Guest Access:

You'll have the whole property to yourselves, including the garage and the garden, with free street parking as well. The home comes fully furnished with linen and towels, WiFi, a washer/dryer, air conditioning, heating and two Smart TVs - and there are two kayaks and lifejackets provided for the adventurous.



The Neighborhood:

Ngongotahā is a quiet lakeside suburb of Rotorua, about 8km from the city centre, with its own medical centre, pharmacy, mini supermarket, petrol station and shops. A short five-minute drive takes you to takeaway shops and a large supermarket, along with attractions like the Agrodome, Zorb and Skyline's gondola and luge. It's a peaceful, handy base close to the lake, yet only about ten minutes from the city's shops, restaurants and attractions.



Getting Around:

Getting around is easy. There's a bus stop just 200 metres from the house with direct services into the city centre, running every half hour (around $2 per trip, cash on the bus), plus free parking on site and on the street if you have a car. By car, Skyline, Zorb and Canopy Tours are all about 7 to 8 minutes away, Polynesian Spa and the lakefront around 15, Te Puia 16, the Redwoods about 21, and Rotorua Airport around 23.



Other Things to Note:

WIFI runs at around 36 Mbps. The main living area has a heat pump, and each bedroom has its own heater and fan for comfort year-round. Two kayaks and lifejackets are provided. The home is alarmed for security.



Interaction with Guests:

If you need anything at all during your stay, just send us a message 💬 - happy to help 😊

Amenities at Lakeside Gem - Lake Views, Kayaks, Sleeps 8

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.5 / 10
Outstanding(50 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
We ubered from the airport which was an easy process. We had to take two cars for the four of us with our luggage. The drivers are friends. We arranged for them to take us back to the airport ahead of time. So helpful. We love the lockbox system. It makes entry so convenient.We were mesmerized by the beautiful lake view, all times of the day. The unit had all we needed and the neighborhood was very beautiful and quiet. My only suggestion is to put usable seating on the balcony. Just four individual chairs would allow people to sit out and enjoy the sunrise and sunset. The existing table and benches are not very functional. Our only regret is not staying longer.
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Fabulous House, - fully kitted out, great views, peaceful and quiet location.Had a wonderful time here.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2025
We had a wonderful family stay in this spacious home, enjoying the multiple rooms and lovely lake views (though not directly on the lakefront). The fast internet was a bonus, and the games provided kept our kids entertained. The rooms were decent-sized with comfy beds.However, there were some areas for improvement. The lack of air conditioning in the bedrooms was noticeable, and we spotted mould, and cobwebs. The extractor fans and faucets in the bathrooms were also quite noisy and could be heard from the 2 bedrooms.Despite these issues, we appreciated the home's amenities and would consider staying here again. With some maintenance and upkeep, this property could truly shine.
6 / 10Average·Jan 2023
Had a pleasant stay and property was clean. Fast internet. Had games to keep kids entertained. Decent sized rooms with comfy beds. Cons: - Found the layout a bit odd (living room upstairs, bedrooms downstairs) - Dishwasher tablet compartment was broken - A/C only in main living area. Had to use fans for bedrooms as it was hot. - The detergent compartment in washing machine was a bit dirty. - Ensuite was tiny :|

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Lakeside Gem - Lake Views, Kayaks, Sleeps 8. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Lakeside Gem - Lake Views, Kayaks, Sleeps 8 pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Lakeside Gem - Lake Views, Kayaks, Sleeps 8?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.