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Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking at this vacation home. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera

**Only available during peak season**
Comfortable three bedroom home, with great scenic views over lake and hills. Modern fully fitted kitchen with full oven and 2 x fridge/freezer, open plan kitchen/lounge/dining. Kitchen has full facilities (oven/microwave/dishwasher). Lounge has TV with DVD player, Wifi and smart TV. Large deck area with outside table, chairs and gas BBQ. 2 kayaks available to use. Games, books, cards and puzzles available. Main bedroom has King bed, 2nd bedroom has 2 x bunks (sleeps 4) and 3rd bed has 1 x queen - sleeping 8 in total. Only duvets, blankets and pillows supplied - Bring your own linen, sheets, pillow cases and towels please. Plenty of parking for cars. Cell phone coverage.

Few minutes in car to Boat Shed Bay or Stoney Point to launch your boat, or walk 100m across the road and you are at the lake side.
Enjoy the peace and quiet, the birdsong or try your hand at fishing in Lake Tarawera (fishing licence required). Use this peaceful location as a base for the many activities Rotorua has to offer.
Available during peak season to rent. Families preferred. Max 8 people. (Sorry, not suitable for large groups of adults.)
We seem to be a popular choice for guests while attending weddings at The Black Barn.

Special conditions:
Smoking allowed only outside, and please pick up butts.
Dogs and pets are NOT allowed.

Extras: Cleaning NZ$80.00 per stay - HomeAway add this on automatically;
Please bring your own linen (towels/sheets and bed linen/tea towels)

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: smoking is only allowed outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Please bring your own linen (towels/sheets and bed linen/ tea towels). These are not provided.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is only allowed outside

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Fishermans Retreat Lake Tarawera House
Fishermans Retreat Lake Tarawera
Fishermans Retreat Tarawera
Fishermans Retreat At Tarawera
Fishermans Retreat at Lake Tarawera Lake Tarawera
Fishermans Retreat at Lake Tarawera Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Rotorua, Lake Tarawera

What's nearby

  • Lake Tarawera - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 20 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 26 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 32 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Lake Rotoiti - 37 min drive - 33.5 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vis Teahouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Airstream Café - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera located?

This family-friendly Lake Tarawera vacation home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Tarawera and Buried Village. Lake Okareka and Lake Rotokakahi are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Fisherman's Retreat on Lake Tarawera Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rod W.

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

Great holiday

Good location and lovely house for a family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

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

Tarawera weekend fishing.

Great spot and facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Excellent location

The house was clean and tidy. Suited our family requirements and was close to The Black Barn where we were attending a wedding.Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh S.

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

Perfect Spot

We stayed at Sally's place to attend a wedding at Black Barn. Location was great, house clean and tidy and communication with Sally was a breeze. Would happily recommend and stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod W.

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

Awesome holiday

Easy well equipped property for a great family holiday. Great location Close to the lake and boat ramp with good parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maddy P.

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

Warm and cosy during a cold Easter spell!

We love magical Tarawera, and your house was the perfect getaway for our family to come home to after mountain biking. Beautiful walks around the lake and a great selection of board games. Clean, warm and cosy!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne F.

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

Getaway for sons wedding

The property was perfect for what we required. Very clean and had beautiful views over the lake and mountains. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a getaway at Lake Tarawera. Hosts very easy to deal with
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Great spot

A few nights stay to try out Lake Tarawera. Awesome spot and equally awesome bach. Is as described and had room to park and turn our boat. We'll definitely be returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

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

Great for a get away

Nice and close to the blue lakes for the marathon event. Great access to lake across the road. Really enjoyed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgia F.

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

Good bach with lots of beds

A good stay for lots of people. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jani C.

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

A relaxing stay

We had a lovley time at Fishermen's Retreat. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and the kids loved kayaking in the lake. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb V.

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

Lovely lake adventure

Fun weekend - we’ll definitely be back 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy R.

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

A lovely, relaxing spot

We had a wonderful stay at Sallys place. I stayed there with my parents and two young children (age 3 years and 1 year). The place was clean and tidy, equipped with lots of toys and games and everything you need in the kitchen.Lake Tarawera was a beautiful and calming spot, perfect for our weekend away.Thank you so much for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod W.

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

Great Holiday

A great house for a wonderful family holiday. Wonderful large deck with lake views. House is in a good location close to the lake and is well setup. Lots of boating, hot pools etc. A+
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurence J.

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

For family wedding

They house is lovely really close to The Blavk Barn were we had family wedding. Host was lovely , we would highly recommend 🙂🙂🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Amazing house, incredible location!

We stayed here for a wedding at The Black Barn and it was everything we needed! Spacious, clean, well-equipped, warm, sunny and perfectly located. Communication with the host was excellent! Check in was a breeze. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon & Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great

Great location. Comfortable accommodation. Good communication with Sally.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

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

Towns take Tarawera

Sally is an absolute pleasure to deal with. The house had everything we needed and is very handy proximity to the lake. We had a fantastic family holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

Great family Christmas.

Three generations of our family gathered at Tarawera for six days. The weather was excellent . Xmas lunch was a picnic at the reserve. This house is extremely well equiped with all cleaning products and consumables.Sally [owner] was very good to deal with and hopefully she would let us have her house again if we repeat.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn A.

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

Waitangi weekend stay at Fishermans retreat

Fantastic! Loved the batch fabulous view of the lake from the large deck, kitchen had everything that we needed with lots of little extras that you don't normally get in short term rentals. Communication and information about the batch and local amenities was excellent. Fantastic to be provided with a rubbish bag for free rubbish disposal at the near by transfer station. Good layout and plenty of room for a family of 5 adults
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui B.

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

Great weekend!

Thanks so much for a fabulous stay, we really enjoyed the house, it was perfect for our needs. Our teenage kids loved it, there were two families of 4 and the house was great for us. Close to the lake and boat ramp. Great outdoor and BBQ area for sundowner drinks. Well equipped kitchen and lounge area with lovely lake outlook. Highly recommend, would love to come back another time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nerys B.

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

Week summer break

This was our 2nd time staying in Sally’s lovely Bach. It is clean, comfortable, with everything you need. The view is beautiful. There is plenty of outside space for cars and boats. A lovely big deck for socialising outside. Near the boat ramp. On a lovely quiet street. The beds are very comfortable too which is so lovely when wanting to really recuperate after a busy year and Xmas season. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

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

Neat spot, fabulous holiday home

One of the best holiday houses we've stayed at. Spacious, amazing deck and view, with a well-equipped kitchen, it made for an easy stay. There's a walkway across the road that leads down to the lake, so the location was perfect. It's a steep driveway but we worked out how to best park the boat (up the top), and there was plenty of room for other vehicles down below. Our kids loved the board games and kayaks so it's well set up, even on rainy days. We loved our stay at this bach, and we'll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harriet G., Palmerston North, NZ

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

Beautiful spot! Perfect Family Bach.

We had a lovely stay for a long weekend as we were attending a wedding at The Black Barn. The house was perfect for this as it was super close to the venue. The house was tidy, lots of room, and felt very homey. We had everything we needed. Such a beautiful spot, and our toddler loved spending time at the house and the lake. Check in and communication with Sally and Bruce was super easy. Would definitely recommend for anybody after a nice peaceful weekend in this area ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nerys B.

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

Long weekend

We had a great long weekend at this Bach, great location and plenty of room outside for cars and boat. Would definitely love to use again. PS I think we left a fly rod there in a canvas tube. If you find it please let me know as it had sentimental value as we had it made for my Dad x
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023