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The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka

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Dining
TV
Exterior
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom807 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Water view

Explore the area

Map
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Polynesian Spa
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Tamaki Maori Village
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rotorua

Lake Okareka stay.With a stay at this Lake Okareka vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Okareka and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Tikitapu. Also, Lake Rotokakahi is within 3 miles (5 km) and Buried Village is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Polynesian Spa - 16 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 17 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village - 17 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Skyline Rotorua - 23 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shadehouse Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pantry D'or - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bp - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka

Summary:
On the north facing side of Acacia Road peninsula with magnificent views across Lake Okareka back toward Mt. Tarawera.
A great base for Redwoods mountain-biking, trout fishing, Nduro/Xterra events, walking trails, Maori culture. The deck has fantastic morning sun, just the perfect place for that first coffee!

Lake access 30m away and boat ramp 700m away, The Boat Shed is the perfect getaway for a couple or a small family.

The Space:
The "Boatshed" apartment covers three levels.

Ground floor includes kitchenette and bathroom. The kitchenette has a fridge/freezer, microwave, benchtop oven, single induction cooktop, kitchen sink and the usual cutlery/crockery.

The 2nd floor includes a lounge area with Smart TV and a Queen bed that can be separated from the lounge by a pull-down privacy screen.

The 3rd floor includes a second Queen bed in the A-frame loft area. Due to the A-frame shape this bedroom has reduced headroom on one side. It also has a sliding wooden screen shutter closing off this mezzanine upper level from looking down onto the 2nd floor.

The wi-fi device is the round white gadget on the stairway wall behind the TV. This allows wi-fi connectivity as well as plays music, gives weather forecasts, etc.

Guest Access:
You'll have the whole apartment to yourself during your stay. The driveway and parking area is shared by 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.

Property manager

InnList

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 807 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.3 mi (22-min drive) away from the Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka to downtown Rotorua?

This vacation home is 6.2 mi away from Rotorua.

The Boat Shed - Lake Okareka Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cosy little place

Very clean, lovely beds and stunning location. Go for a walk on the Boardwalk, it’s a must.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Boat shed

Perfect place for a couple. Cosy with good views .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025