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Spencer Lodge

Luxury vacation home near Lake Tarawera

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Exclusive House, 4 Bedrooms, Lake View | 4 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds
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Exclusive House, 4 Bedrooms, Lake View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8

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Map
3076, Bay Of Plenty, Lake Tarawera, 144 Spencer Rd
  • Popular LocationLake Tarawera12 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Okareka4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBuried Village5 min drive
  • AirportRotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)24 min drive

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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.

Spencer Lodge

Luxury vacation home near Lake Tarawera
This smoke-free vacation home features a sauna, a spa tub, and spa services. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. The vacation home has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a Select Comfort bed. A kitchen comes with a refrigerator and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches like a private spa tub and a fireplace. Housekeeping is not available.
This vacation home offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private spa tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with Netflix. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers.

Recreational amenities at the vacation home include a spa tub and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages. There are 3 indoor/outdoor hot springs open between 8:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach (direct access)

Pool/Spa

  • 3 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot springs open from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 104 ºF
  • Private spa tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 8:30 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 75 per night
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free bottled water
  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Ziplining 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 4 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 75.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Bed sheets fee: NZD 15 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 50 (one-way), (from 2 to 17 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 75.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Spencer Lodge Lake Tarawera
Spencer Lodge Lake Tarawera
Spencer Lodge Private vacation home
Spencer Lodge Private vacation home Lake Tarawera

About the neighborhood

Lake Tarawera

Located in Lake Tarawera, this vacation home is near the airport and near the beach. Buried Village and Polynesian Spa are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Tarawera and Lake Okareka. Lake Tikitapu and Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest are two other places to visit that come recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's hot springs, or seek out an adventure with cave exploring, ecotours, and hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Lake Tarawera - 12 min walk
  • Lake Okareka - 4 min drive
  • Buried Village - 5 min drive
  • Lake Tikitapu - 9 min drive
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Airstream Cafe - 11 min drive
  • The Landing Cafe - 4 min drive
  • Vi's Teahouse - 5 min drive
  • Horse Trekking Lake Okareka - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spencer Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Spencer Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Spencer Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Spencer Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Spencer Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–8:30 PM on request. A fee of NZD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Spencer Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Tarawera and 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Buried Village. Lake Okareka and Lake Tikitapu are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

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