Cottage vacation rentals in Rotorua District

Cozy Redwoods 2 Bedroom Kiwi Cottage

Nestled at the edge of Redwood Whakarewa Forest, Rotorua - The Kiwi Cottage is perfect for guests to kick back & relax in a peaceful and stylish space. The 2 bedroom, (sleeps 4) home away from home, has everything you need as a base for your riding & Rotorua adventures. Relax on the sunny, peaceful deck with a drink & enjoy the picturesque views or have a movie marathon on the comfy couch; you’ll leave the Kiwi Cottage feeling refreshed. Minutes ride to Rotorua's best Forest, Food and Lakes!

Peaceful Country Retreat - 10 mins to hot pools

A 2 bedroom quaint cottage, overlooking your own little petting farm. This property is a great option for families with children wanting to get away from city life or a romantic getaway for a couple. Rural enough to have the relaxing farm feel, while close enough to the city to be within range of all the major attractions Rotorua has to offer. The cottages private back garden boasts beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. There's a full 6 acres to roam, plenty of space for kids to play.

Lake Tarawera, spa, lawn to lake jetty & boatshed

This is a rare find at Lake Tarawera with the lake literally at the end of the garden with a private jetty to moor your boat if you bring one. The bach has everything you need for spending quality time with family and friends. Two bedrooms in the cottage plus a separate sleepout. Open plan kitchen and lounge with an open fire for those cooler evenings. Enjoy the large outdoor decks and spa. There is even a fish filleting sink and bench for when you catch one of Tarawera's famous rainbow trout.

The Greenkeeper’s Cottage at Rotorua Golf Course

The ultimate location for Golf and Mountain Bike enthusiasts alike. Positioned with an outstanding view of the 2nd Green, a short stroll to the clubhouse and easy riding distance to the Whakarewarewa and Waipa bike trails, as far as places to stay and play, it doesn’t get any better than this. The Greenkeeper’s cottage has been lovingly transformed into a stylish and comfortable 3 bedroom / 3 bathroom retreat for visitors to New Zealand’s first and most unique tourist destination...ROTORUA!

A Lovely Spot- your hub for relaxation or action

Want bird song, starry skies and a sense of rest? Come here and get re invigorated. Cute country cottage retreat. Totally secluded but also only 7 mins from the airport, 10 mins to a supermarket/takeaways or 15 mins to CBD. Are you a fisherman? We're on the door step to all the lakes. Biking your thing? Famous trails are 15 mins away. Go hard during the day then eat out or cook at home. Watch the sun setting as you relax on the deck with a glass of wine. Curl up by the fire in winter.

Okere Bach with Jetty, Rotoiti, Rotorua

Cosy bach at Okere Falls, Lake Rotoiti. Shared jetty is 1 min walk at rear of property (no lake views from the house). 20 min drive from central Rotorua. Full kitchen, lounge, 2 bedrooms: one has a queen bed, the other has a queen bed and a king single loft bed. TV, Wi-Fi, garage, outdoor seating. Popular activities in the area include hiking, walking & bike trails, whitewater rafting & kayaking, boating, fishing, ziplining, visiting hot-pools & the Okere Falls Store & Beer Garden.

Lakeside Luxury

Located in the heart of Rotoma, close to Cafe , boat ramp & service station. One of only 10 properties on the lake side with a large reserve area at the rear of the property. 30 minute drive from Rotorua & 40 minutes from Whakatane. Suitable for family groups wanting spend time together or groups of friends wanting to catch up. Busy times between December & March & long weekends, prioritory will be given to longer bookings, particularly for January which will be 5 nights or more.

Rotorua Lakefront Cottage

ABSOLUTE LAKEFRONT! Lakefront Cottage is situated just 10 steps from Lake Rotorua with breath-taking views around the caldera, across to Mokoia Island and over to Mount Tarawera. The location is very quiet, but it is only a short walk (15-20 mins) or taxi ride to the bustle of the CBD. The property is a tastefully renovated 3-Bedroom (optional 4th Bedroom) cottage with a range of amenities to ensure your comfort and enjoyment. There is ample parking for at least four vehicles.

Cosy, central cottage to relax and enjoy Rotorua

This charming cottage has so much character and ticks lots of boxes. Fully furnished and fenced. Garage for bike storage. Doors out to private deck, fireplace, wooden floors, TV, unlimited Wifi, comfortable beds, lovely linen, bath and shower, separate toilet, small office, grassy backyard, short stroll to CBD. Breakfast options. Stand alone entire house and section to yourself in a quiet neighbourhood. Sunny and easy to relax here. Suit small groups/professionals.

Nans Place - The Home with History & Heart

WELCOME to Nans place! The home with history and a heart is quite literal - it was my nanas home & garden that she adored. Here today the vintage era embraces up-to-date touches throughout this almost 100 year old home where we offer attractive, comfortable accomodation in a unique kind of way! Park inside the property and shut the gate. Our cottage is centrally located on the main road into the city centre, hospital or a variety of great places to visit.

Cottage under the Bluffs-Enjoy fresh air and view

Peaceful cottage based in the rural outskirts of Rotorua (15 minutes drive from Rotorua CBD/nearest shops and service station). Accommodates up to 5 people (2 bedrooms + a sofa bed in the living room). Suitable for everyone who enjoys a quiet rural environment and fresh air. Guests are welcome to use our tennis court. Rotorua has many tourist adventure and scenic opportunities and attractions. We are excited to welcome you for a short or longer stay.

Wildberry Cottage -secluded modern farm retreat

NZ Host Of The Year finalist, 2025. Wildberry Cottage is on a farm, 15 minutes from Rotorua in the Bay of Plenty. Purpose-built in August 2020, this modern Scandinavian-inspired cottage combines warmth, comfort and coziness with a stunning rural setting. Set on 8.5 acres of rolling farmland with large mature trees for privacy. With only a few friendly sheep as neighbours, this is your chance to unwind and relax and enjoy the seclusion.