Vacation rentals with lake access in Rotorua

We had an amazing few days at the most beautiful location and house! The hosts were very accommodating and helpful with all requests. The house was beautiful and fitted our three families perfectly. The location couldn't be better, and the kids loved riding their bikes out front and walk down to the playground. We loved being able to swim right at the doorstep and jump on the boat with ease. An amazing place!

Loved our stay at Toka Ridge & would definitely stay again in future. Liam was a pleasure to deal with throughout. Thank you.

Magic spot to stay while making the most of Rotorua’s attractions. Outstanding view of the Lake and perfect sun porch to sit and enjoy where you are. The house has everything that you could imagine needing.

Beautiful location. The batch was clean and tidy and had everything we needed for a fun weekend. Thanks Mel!

had a great couple days here, great views and good host

I met Aimee and she was lovely and so gracious! She gave us great recommendations on what to do in town for the short duration we had. The place was a truly beautiful and peaceful oasis on the lake. Stunning views and gorgeous sunset. The place is gorgeous and the bed is so comfortable. This was one of the best places we stayed at. Thank you so much for hosting us. Five stars all around! :)

very spacious place that is thoughtfully appointed and was great for our family group of 8 adults. lovely views over the lake and great sunsets.

What a fantastic stay we had over the weekend. We have a 4 couples and 3 kids and the house was just perfect. Lots of space for us all. Super clean and tidy - you really couldn't ask for more. Facilities were excellent, great kitchen and BBQ and the large dining table (8) and bar stools (3) were just perfect for us. House was presented exceptionally well and everything you could ask for and more. A very enjoyable weekend and thankyou Kylie for being such a welcoming host! Highly recommend!

Lovely flat, in a perfect location. There’s nowhere better to stay in rotorua. Kristin was a great host, responsive and has brilliant recommendations on things to do.

Great place to stay, incredible views every morning and very friendly host who made me feel very welcome. The home was very well furnished, the beds were extremely comfortable. I will remember this place very fondly and will hope to be back one day

Stuart's place is 100% in everyway. A well presented home, has a well equipped kitchen, it could use a fry pan lid. Think maybe the bbq isnt used much, was a bit rusty. This didnt change me wanting to give a five 5 star review. The deep bath is amazing. The view, the privacy, and the quite space, were amazing, it was a great place to come back to after a day of sightseeing. It was just what we were looking for. Wonderful host, friendly. Would re book if back his way again.

Thanks for a great stay. Would love to come back another time, everything you could need. Great hosts. Thanks Simon and Karlissa 😊

Susie's loft is spacious and comfortable, and only 5 mins walk away from the lake. Smooth check in and out. Would love to stay again!

A very comfortable and cosy place . Loved the provision of breakfast and special treats.

A lovely location about 5 mins drive out of the main town. Stay in an undercroft with a great view for a couple drinks on the balcony. Great to have a washing machine available.

This was a wonderful place to stay. Nigel provided excellent instructions in advance, the place was exactly like described, and there were obvious personal touches to help us feel welcome during our stay. Loved the character of the place, and also the short walk to the lake. We’d like to return to sometime.

Staying at Lucy's was like being in a dream. The perfect, idyllic, lakeside Kiwi-bach, this place matches all descriptions and photos. This place has everything - from a cozy fireplace, to kayaks to explore the lake and a modern bathroom, our family absolutely enjoyed staying here. There was a lot to do and keep yourself entertained with, we didn't struggle with having no wifi. The location is great, only 30 minutes to Rotorua and a lot of places to sightsee on the way there. The only downside of this place is that since it's close to the road there is some traffic noise, especially when big trucks go by. It wasn't an issue for us when staying there since we're city dwellers and accompanied to traffic noise, but if you're a light sleeper definitely bring ear plugs.

The whole stay was amazing such lovely views and comphy accomodation. The lake views in the mornings were stunning . We enjoyed our barbecue meals and the children loved using the bikes thank you.

This is the second time we have stayed at the lake house in Lake Tarawera, We couldn't recommend it enough! Such an awesome spot if you have a boat or jetskis , If not they have kayaks you are welcome to use. Playground is about a 3-5 minute walk for the kids, Tennis Court is right at your door step. All the neighbors are very friendly and make you feel right at home. If your thinking about booking don't think about it just book it you will have an amazing time!

We absolutely loved our stay at Kearu’s Nest. The beds were so comfortable, and the linen was beautiful. After a magical day on the lake, it was amazing to come home to an outdoor fire and relax in the spa. The birdlife was incredible, and the tūī birdsong made it even more special. With just a short walk to the lake, we made the most of early morning swims. We will definitely be back. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality, Ange and Dave!

Lovely place close to the lake and a quick drive to Rotorua. The patio was super fun to hang out and we loved the outdoor shower. We liked staying here!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, loved the 2 living areas the boys played board games in the enclosed porch while my partner got some netflix in. We enjoyed cooking our pizzas in the Woodfire pizza oven. Gorgeous walk down to the river, lots to do nearby, and I got the best sleep in the comfy bed! Thank you very much.

Dan's place is just a piece of paradise! Right in front of the lake, with private jetty and private ramp, away from the main road, totally safe for children. Highly recommend! Dan is very responsive and welcoming, makes you feel like home. Looking forward to return again!

We absolutely loved our stay at Rita’s cottage! We spent three wonderful nights there and felt right at home from the moment we arrived. The cottage is thoughtfully equipped with everything you could need — a well-stocked kitchen, incredibly comfortable beds, and a relaxing spa that’s perfect after a long day of travel and exploring. The personal touches made the stay even more special. We really enjoyed the homemade honey and soap, and our son had a great time with the wide selection of board games. Beatrice was a fantastic host — responsive, kind, and attentive. She answered all our questions promptly, offered us early check-in, and even went the extra mile to make sure we had everything we needed to accommodate our laundry needs. We truly loved every moment of our stay and only wished we could have stayed longer!