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Relax at Lake Okareka

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Enjoy al fresco dining in a tranquil garden setting, surrounded by lush greenery and a brick-built barbecue area.
Relax in this serene retreat with a large bed, framed artwork, and a peaceful view.
Bathroom features a vanity with a patterned tile backsplash and a sink with a faucet, accompanied by a round mirror and a window.
Compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, oven, and dishwasher.
Relax in an outdoor bathtub under a starry night sky, surrounded by lush gardens and a wooden pergola.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relax at Lake Okareka

Come and enjoy a peaceful retreat that is designed to help you relax. Located just five minutes walk from stunning Lake Okareka and close to the Redwoods forest and Blue Lake, this beautiful location is the perfect place to get into nature and unwind.

This suite consists of a spacious bedroom and attached ensuite, sun room and kitchenette.

The property is pet friendly, and has a fenced section. Guests have access to a large deck, wood BBQ and outdoor bath.

There is a heater, blockout curtains and a washer/dryer.

The neighborhood is very quiet and peaceful, and only a 15 minute drive to the centre of Rotorua. There are many beaches, playgrounds, biking and walking tracks and tourist attractions such as Rotorua's Buried Village within a ten minute drive.

When it is booked out, there will be nobody in the rest of the upstairs of the house (the whole upstairs including the studio is available to be booked under the listing "Adventure at Lake Okareka.") The downstairs of the house is a separate, self-contained flat that has permanent tenants. They have a separate driveway and entrance, and there is no internal stairway.

Property manager

Jessica Mounter

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: No dogs on furniture

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 20 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shadehouse Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pantry D'or - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bp - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax at Lake Okareka pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Relax at Lake Okareka ?

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax at Lake Okareka on 7 Aug 2025 start from NZ$216.0, 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.

What time is check-in at Relax at Lake Okareka ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax at Lake Okareka ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax at Lake Okareka located?

Located in Lake Okareka, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Okareka and within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Tikitapu and Lake Rotokakahi. Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Buried Village are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Relax at Lake Okareka Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jackie B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely quiet location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Y.

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

Great little hideaway

The host was great and easy to deal with Location is perfect for a short drive to the lakes or the redwoods for biking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky T.

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

Quiet spot of paradise

We loved our recent stay here! Such a beautiful, quiet place. We were cozy and warm - especially loved the outdoor soaking tub. Very cute little place and at an affordable rate. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance M.

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

Most excellent

Loved this place, close to the water, nice outdoor bath
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cora D.

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

Okareka

What a beautiful place in great location.Short stroll to Okareka lake walkway.Accommodation great for our old dog, with fenced garden and beautiful deck.Communication with Jessica was excellent!We loved our stay and highly recommand this place.Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jordan k.

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

Night stay

The place was very lovely, nice location, nice decorations, heater was nice and the bed was very comfortable. Didn’t get to have a bath but looked cute.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliann B.

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

Tranquillity amongst the stars

We had a bit of a hiccup on our arrival. We contacted host whom replied quickly and solved the problem immediately. We loved our stay near Lake Okareka. We travelled into Rotarua to enjoy hot springs and mud baths. Go to Redwood Butchery in Rotarua - delicious lamb cutlets and scotch fillet!!! The bath was delightful on the deck - we are used to starry skies but this was the most stars ive ever seen. Enjoyed listening to the birds, watching the night sky - shooting stars and moving satellite s. The bed was very comfortable. We were provided with all our needs. Would highly recommend staying here.Weloved
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Doreen N.

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

Great stay at Lake Okareka

This is a lovely property in a nice, quiet neighborhood. It is clean and well appointed. Lake Okareka is less than a 5-minute walk and has a wonderful walking path around the lake. The host was great to communicate with. Air conditioning is listed as an amenity, but there is actually no air conditioning. We slept with the doors and windows open, so it was not an issue. There are so many things to do and see in the area! It takes about 15 minutes to drive to the center of Rotorua from this property. Rotorua has many restaurants, all with great food. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025