The Boat Shed | Lake Okareka | House in Rotorua

10.0 (6 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Lake Okareka House | The Boat Shed | Lake Okareka

2 Bedroom House in Lake Okareka, Rotorua

Summary:
Escape to The Boat Shed, a charming house perfectly situated on the north-facing side of Acacia Road, offering stunning views of Lake Okareka and Mt. Tarawera. Ideal for couples and small families, this getaway boasts easy lake access, a deck for morning coffee, and proximity to Redwoods mountain biking, fishing, and Maori cultural experiences. Enjoy the morning sun and create lasting memories in this tranquil setting.

The Space:
The Boatshed apartment offers a unique multi-level living experience. The ground floor features a convenient kitchenette and bathroom. The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge/freezer, microwave, bench-top oven, single induction cooktop, and kitchen sink, along with essential cutlery and crockery. Moving to the second floor, you'll find a comfortable lounge area complete with a Smart TV and a Queen bed. The bed can be separated from the lounge area with a pull-down privacy screen, offering flexibility and space. The third floor boasts a second Queen bed in the A-frame loft area. Please note that due to the A-frame design, this bedroom has reduced headroom on one side. A sliding wooden screen shutter provides privacy and separates the mezzanine upper level from the second floor.

Guest Access:
During your stay, you'll have exclusive access to the entire apartment. Please note that the driveway and parking area are shared with the main house.

The Neighborhood:
Lake Okareka is a lovely quiet lakeside neighbourhood. It's just a short drive from town and just 5min to The Redwoods Forest

Getting Around:
The property is 10min drive into the city, we recommend having your own vehicle when staying here.

Interaction with Guests:
We're available by phone, message or email during your stay. If you need personal assistance, we can stop in so just let us know.

This 2 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Lake Okareka. Enjoy your stay in Lake Okareka at this House.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 2 bedrooms
Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
Entertainment
  • TV
General
  • Unit size: 807 sq ft (75 sq m)
  • English
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Sharon S.
Jul 14, 2025 02:06:39 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Great property with views of the lake. Appreciated the excellent communication and proximity to the walking track.
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