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Rotorua Lakeside Pourakau Bay Holiday Bach/House

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View from lounge - sunrise over the bay
Lounge
Living area
Dining and Kitchen
Kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Kawaha Point, Rotorua
  • Skyline Rotorua
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mitai Maori Village
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Polynesian Spa
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon

Main bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Rotorua Lakeside Pourakau Bay Holiday Bach/House

Situated on the shores of Lake Rotorua, Pourakau Bay is a lake front, 1970s style, family bach - with expansive views across the water to Mokoia Island and beyond. Set in nature, the bach has its own beach and guests can kayak and swim (depending on weather and lake conditions). It is close to Rotorua township (5 minutes by car) and is situated on a large gated section with off street parking. The water supply is spring fed so there is no need to bring or buy bottled water.

Town, and some of Rotorua's top attractions, shopping and restaurants, are all close however, the bach is a situated in a quiet area. Its a great for holiday makers, tourists and for those on business (or leisure trips) who are looking for a quiet, space to recreate and play and/or to read, write and work.

Pourakau Bay bach offers a modern, fully equipped kitchen with and comfortable furnishings throughout. Everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable stay is here.

The bach sleeps 7 on: one King, one Queen, two single beds with one roll-away.

Special conditions:
Pourakau Bay operates on two tariff rates depending on the season. Rates are applicable for up to 2 people, extra person is $35.00 per person with a maximum of 7 people.

Minimum 2 nights for off peak and 3 nights for peak season.

Peak season includes: Public holidays, 16 December to January 16..

Please note that the water quality of Lake Rotorua, during peak summer, can sometimes be tenuous and swimming not advised. You can check the quality of the lake, at any time, by following this link to the Land Air Water Aotearoa site: https://www.lawa.org.nz/





Property manager

Deborah J

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Rotorua

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Kawaha Point, a neighbourhood in Rotorua. Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre and Mitai Maori Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House and Blue Baths. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ogo or Racing Rotorua. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Map
Kawaha Point, Rotorua

What's nearby

  • Skyline Rotorua - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Mitai Maori Village - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Eat Street - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy’S - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Gold Star Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgerfuel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rotorua Lakeside Pourakau Bay Holiday Bach/House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rotorua Lakeside Pourakau Bay Holiday Bach/House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rotorua Lakeside Pourakau Bay Holiday Bach/House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rotorua Lakeside Pourakau Bay Holiday Bach/House located?

Located in Kawaha Point, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Rotorua and Skyline Rotorua. DriftKartz and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jesse T.

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

Great location, spacious property

We really enjoyed the extra space, modern kitchen, and use of the kayaks!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bibin P.

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

Awesome location

Beautiful lakeside stay! Family loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

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

Excellent!

Enjoyed every aspect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Helen G.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

A little disappointing

The position of the house was absolutely fabulous. We were not worried about the distance from the centre of Rotorua, as many of the attractions we wanted to see were outside Rotorua.However we were disappointed with the interior of the house … it was quite outdated, the furniture was a little shabby and house didn’t smell at all fresh. However, despite our slight disappointment we did enjoy our stay, we spent a lot of time on the rear deck overlooking the magnificent Lake Rotorua.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don K.

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

Enjoyed our time here

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Maree W.

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

Wonderful view

Great location with direct access to lake with lovely views and outdoor living. Kayaks great to have. Very close to town. Beds very comfy. Kitchen and bathrooms great. Could do with fans in summer. Older than appears in photos.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Lovely place

Really enjoyed our stay and the view is stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Absolutely fantastic, will be back. Again!

To die for view of the lake, fantastic location, everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Oriel & Kerrie M.

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

Peaceful Setting

Amazing view, quiet and peaceful Beds really comfy kitchen well stocked
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna K.

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

Incredible lake views a short distance away from attractions

We loved staying at the bach on this repeat visit, the house was impeccably clean, the beds comfy and the lake views were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gareth B.

Great spot.. well worth a stay

Great location.. we had a cracking time,!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Renier V.

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

family holiday

Perfect accommodation for a family with easy access to everything and the house and surrounds are lovely. Beautiful outlook straight on to the lake, and the kayaks for an early morning paddle were a bonus! Would have loved to stay longer and would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Beautiful

Very beautiful property! Very clean and self check in was nice and easy
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Esther R.

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

Nice lake view

Spacious house directly at the lake! Nice garden and perfect view! The bathrooms are well renovated. Perfect for resting and enjoying the stay in Rotorua!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Steve I., Auckland New Zealand

Great property, clean and tidy good facilities.

Great property, clean and tidy good facilities. Beautiful spot on the edge of the lake, big section and only 5 mins from town.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Y.

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

Amazing place with great views and great location

We loved our stay here. I wanted a nice place on the lake where we would have beautiful views. This absolutely delivered. It was worth paying a little extra for the great accommodations and the location. It was right near everything we wanted: close to downtown, right by the gondola and winery, right near the Zorb ball (crazy fun), and close to the Kiwi Hatchery.The place was very clean, comfortable, and well equipped. Communication was excellent and the orientation book was perfect. We did have a little trouble with the dryer, but it may have been user error. Having drying racks and towel heaters in both bathrooms gave us a good solution. If it's not too windy, try the kayaks. They were surprisingly easy to manage and it was nice to see the beautiful black swans a bit closer up. It is so peaceful out on the lake. Just make sure to sort out landmarks once you get out there so you can find your way back.Kitchen and dining room were great. We were so happy we chose this place over the others we were considering.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ash J.

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

Great stay on the lake

Beautiful location and close to town. Happy with everything. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jeannie V.

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

Quiet unassuming home with great outlook over lake

The house was in a quiet neighbourhood with wonderful views over the lake. It met our needs and was a comfortable stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Fantastic, great view and great house

Loved this house. Had everything I needed. Nice decor. Great comfortable bed. Fantastic view over the water. Not in town, but a short drive away.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie G.

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

Perfect

We loved our stay here so much that we extended our booking by a day just so we could enjoy that wonderful view for a bit longer! Debra the property manager was very quick to respond to this request (even though we made it quite late at night). This house is close to everything and had everything we needed, including very comfy beds!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

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

Wonderful spot

We enjoyed staying at your property. What a wonderful spot on the lake. Debra was great and very accommodating when needed. I highly recommend this property and Rotorua, too! Be careful of the beautiful bushes next to the driveway. Don’t drive too close to them.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Nicola G.

Great location.

Great location. Excellent outdoor and living spaces. Lovely comfortable beds. Bathrooms in desperate need of an upgrade, they are literally falling to pieces. Shower over the bath in the main bathroom fell of the wall on our first night.

8/10 Good

Karen B.

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

Week end away with my daughter and partner visiting from South Africa

We enjoyed the house so much. Had everyting we needed. The views are amazing. My Daughters partner proposed while they were whatching the sunrise! A weekend we will remember for the rest of our lives. Thank you. Karen Benoy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

David J., Asheville, NC. USA

House with a grand view

This house was what we needed at the specific time in our three-week trip after hotels and B&Bs; a quiet home to ourselves in a real neighborhood, a kitchen we could use, and a washer to catch up on laundry. It had the basics, but not much more. We would have appreciated a coffee maker, table lamps on both side of the bed (since we are both readers). The furnishings could do with an update, and the arrival instructions need a bit more specificity (e.g. the front door is on the left side of the house, open the lower panel on the alarm pad to turn it off, the heater is a splitter on the living room ceiling), but we made do and even after a day we felt quite at home. Again, the fees of the lake are astounding and inspiring, and the house - ideal for active families with kids - felt quite comfortable. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Alan H.

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

Lake unusable during stay

The property was OK, but now needs a bit of updating. We returned to the property again this year having enjoyed our stay in early 2023. Unfortunately, after two days of our grandchildren playing in the lake we noticed nobody else was. We made enquiries to the local authorities and were advised that it was unsafe for water sports owing to algae bloom. This curtailed many of the listed activities of the property and one child developed a rash on his neck. We were extremely disappointed that the health warning in force at the time was not passed on to us when we arrived by the owner, who was actually at the property when we checked in, either verbally or in the property information.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Deborah J

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What makes this property unique

Central to all Rotorua tourist attractions and amenities

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English
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