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Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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In a secluded spot in Boatshed Bay, Tui Glen offers a peaceful retreat with an open plan kitchen, dining and living area. Take in the serene views across Lake Tarawera from the deck equipped with outdoor furniture and a gas barbeque.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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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.

Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views

An original little Lockwood holiday home on a sheltered lake edge section in Boatshed Bay. Furnished with an open plan kitchen, dining and living area and a gas fireplace for winter. Boardwalk and steps lead down through bush and tree ferns to a shared deep water jetty. The deck, equipped with outdoor furniture and a gas barbeque, provides stunning views across the lake to Mt Tarawera and Kariri Point. The carport at the rear of the bach provides cover for two vehicles.

Native birdlife abounds, a family of quails occasionally meander over the lawn and glow worms can be seen at the bottom of the steps in the evening. The site is private and peaceful and allows for full enjoyment of all that Lake Tarawera has to offer including safe swimming, lakeside walking tracks, trout fishing, boating, mountain biking or just relaxing.

Situated near the start of the Tarawera settlement it is only a scenic 20 minute drive from Rotorua city centre and a short drive to the local lakeside cafe and the Buried Village at Te Wairoa. The nearest boat ramp is a couple of minutes drive along the road at Kariri Point, or a five minute walk along the lake front track, and is where boats can be launched and boat trailers parked. Please note there is not enough space to turn or park a boat trailer at the property and the Council no longer allow boats on trailers to be left at Kariri Point.
There is a landline phone at the bach for local calls but no wifi at present. There is now also reasonable cellphone coverage in the area.

Tui Glen is a great place to escape to at any time of the year and is ideal for couples or small families.

**Extras: BYO Linen/ Towels. If not can be provided at extra cost. Please confirm beforehand.**

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tui Glen - Lake Front Bach With Stunning Views Lake Tarawera

About the area

Located in Lake Tarawera, this holiday home is on a lake. Skyline Rotorua and Waimangu Cauldron are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Racing Rotorua, or consider a night out at Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Lake Tarawera, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Lake Tarawera - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 13 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 19 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Lake Rotorua - 19 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 27 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Nature @Waimangu - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Airstream Café - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vis Teahouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Lake Tarawera and within 3 mi (5 km) of Buried Village and Lake Rotokakahi. Lake Okareka and Lake Tikitapu are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 436 out of 501 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 501 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 501 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 501 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 501 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtakingly beautiful!Lovely house, very comfortable and clean.An amazing place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bach is immaculate. Beautiful view, has everything we needed for a couple of nights away. Communication with Carol was simple and efficient and very welcoming Thanks once again for sharing your gorgeous Bach with us. No doubt we will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

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

Another Great Stay

This our third time here and as always we had a great time enjoying the view, swimming in the lake and watching the baby quail.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danita H.

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

Incredible View

The view was stunning!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

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

Stunning surroundings

Such a beautiful location with a quick walk down some stairs and you are lakeside. Clean, tidy accommodation and it was great to have use of kayaks for the lake. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

judy e.

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

Weekend getaway

We had another awesome long weekend stay; a perfect location tucked away in the bush with gorgeous views of the lake. So quiet, with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy B.

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

This place is Paradise.

This is a second time visiting here and may I say it was just aswesome as the first stay. The place is very clean and well organised. The kayaks and the jetty are the real highlight. Will definitely be back in the future. Paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe F.

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

Gorgeous little cottage

Spotlessly clean, very cosy and comfortable and incredible views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

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

Beatiful location!

The property was well maintained, clean and tidy and had an absolutely stunning view of the lake. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Such a lovely spot with the most beautiful view over the lake! We thoroughly enjoyed heading down to the lake via the private path. The house suited all our needs, and the hosts were very communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

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

Great bach in a stunning location

The views from this place are stunning and to top it all off this great bach has everything else you need for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Slice of heaven on Lake Tarawera

Classic kiwi batch with everything you need together with an awesome outlook and direct access to the lake. Unfortunately only two days but with the secluded location and bush surrounds it really felt like we were on holiday! We’ll definitely be back (if we can get a booking! :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Landon L.

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

Perfect place to stay!

We visited from the US for the Ironman. It’s a shame we were so busy in Taupo during our few days here because we would’ve loved spending more time here relaxing, enjoying the blue water and the kayaks, and sitting on the porch soaking up one of the more beautiful of God’s creations. Communication was great, and we would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

Perfect Getaway

A great place to unwind. Having the kayaks to use was great and the bird song was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

What a fantastic surprise

We loved this cottage!! Great location on the lake with the most amazing view!! Sunrise was epic but the view was incredible all day! Loved the lakefront location. We hiked the Lake Tarawera trail to the Hot Beach -- LOVED it! Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

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

Summer stau

Amazing spot, we all loved it. Kayaks were a big hit. Just need to have an alternative place to park a boat trailer. Would love to stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Treena W.

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

just lovely

A small two bedroom cottage that is well maintained, clean and has adequate amenities. A large deck with magnificent view. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen R.

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

Great spot

Great wee place with everything we needed. Tiny and super well kept and clean made it easy to clean when we left. Amazing to be right by the lake. Thank you for sharing your slice of paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL B.

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

Exactly what were looking for

Amazing view and a magical place to spend a few days
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

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

Great getaway

The view is outstanding, and we all had a awesome weekend away is this cute cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

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

Piece of paradise

The view in pictures captured my heart, and in real life it did not disappoint! The sunrise view is priceless! The bach itself was clean, comfortable, and well layed out for up to 4 visitors. We enjoyed listening to the many birds who visited us. Note that the driveway is steep and the road is windy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray T.

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

Beautiful Views from Deck

We enjoyed our time relaxing on the deck with the spectacular views of the lake. The place was very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MATT

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

Trout Fishing

Great property to stay while Trout Fishing - right on the Lake Front, with a good Jetty available
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lexiana V.

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

Awesome

Nice and cosy. Beautiful location and view. Enjoyed our weekend stay, so relaxing and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kath P.

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

Perfect Little Getaway Spot

This is the 2nd time we have stayed at this property. Love the gorgeous views, the peace & tranquility. The perfect holiday!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023