Waterfront Escape Sum

9.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(28 Ratings)

House in Rotorua

14 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Summary:
Enjoy all that a Waterfront holiday home at Lake Okareka can offer, perfect for large families wanting a private lawn to lake aspect. The living area opens onto a huge deck which is great for firing up the weber BBQ, relaxing and looking out over the lake. This property also neighbours a special wetlands boardwalk, so there's a heap of activities right on the doorstep. Private Jetty however please note that sudden drops in lake levels can limit larger boats.

The Space:
Waterfront Escape is a 5 Bedroom house with a large open plan living area leading out to the most fantastic deck with 180 degree lake views.

Downstairs, you will find a full kitchen, lounge and dining room opening out onto the deck. From the other side of the kitchen, you have a second lounge to enjoy which can also be closed off from the rest of the living area if required.

On the ground level, the house also has three bedrooms (on with en-suite bathroom) the main bathroom and the laundry and double garage.

Upstairs, you will find the master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a small private deck to sit and enjoy the lake view. There is also a fifth bedroom which has two single beds and an additional two trundler beds is required.

The front deck leads out to your lawn and down to the lake where you have a private jetty. If you're bringing a boat, you can launch it at the ramp down the road and moor it at the front of the property for the duration of your stay.

For even larger groups, there is also a separate unit on the property that can be booked out as well. Enquire about Okareka Escape which can accommodate another 2 guests.

As a large and popular holiday home, this place is not perfect. It has signs of wear and tear, which is what makes it a perfect getaway for larger groups that want to feel comfortable in a more relaxed environment that has some flaws.

Guest Access:
You will have the whole house with the exception of the one bedroom unit which can be rented separately.

The Neighborhood:
Lake Oakareka is a beautiful quiet lakeside community less than 15 minutes drive from the Rotorua CBD. The lake is well used for fishing and water activities such as swimming, water skiing and wakeboarding.

Getting Around:
We recommend your own vehicle if staying at Waterfront Escape. There are no public transport options available apart from taxis which can be expensive from there.

Interaction with Guests:
We will be available via phone or message for any questions you might have during your stay.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Map of Rotorua

Nearby attractions

Rotorua Canopy Tours | Zipline Experience

13.5 mi

Redwoods Treewalk

7.4 mi

Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland

20.2 mi

Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ

9.2 mi

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Waterfront Escape Sum

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9.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(28 Ratings)

House in Rotorua

14 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Map of Rotorua

Nearby attractions

Rotorua Canopy Tours | Zipline Experience

13.5 mi

Redwoods Treewalk

7.4 mi

Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland

20.2 mi

Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ

9.2 mi

Ratings and reviews

9.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(28 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

This place was awesome for our group of friends. The house was really clean and spacious. I would highly recommend.

8.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Overall very enjoyable and only hitch no gas for the BBQ, but felt maintenance had been let slip, lights in one bathroom didn't work, clothes dryer door latch broken, main doors to deck unable to be used, outdoor chair broken, coffee milk-frother agitator missing, broken tile in laundry floor, all minor other than the deck doors and could/should have been repaired before our stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2023

We had a pleasant stay, the house was clean and comfortable - great for large families or group of friends. Would recommend to others heading to the area.

8.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

This home had plenty of beds and bathrooms for our group of 10. It was easily accessed and we were well located for all the activities that we had planned to do in the area. The home was right on the lake and had a beautiful view from the back of the house and patio.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Our accommodation met our every need, plenty of room for 6 adults, 5 children staying there. The kids enjoyed the canoeing, kayaking on the lake and plenty of outside area for an Easter hunt. Would recommend the property for family/friends get-togethers

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

The accommodation is fantastic! 3 bathrooms, many beds, spacious and the views are beautiful! Beds were most comfortable. A couple of minor things: main living area aircon remote downstairs doesn’t work. Couldn’t use lounge doors to deck, but I imagine that will be repaired soon? We were there for a wedding and hosted 20 on two separate afternoons and everyone commented on how gorgeous the home and location is. We will stay again, for sure 🥂

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

We absolutely loved this property. Such a stunning view out onto the lake. It was really well set up with lots of beds - perfect for a big group

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

Ideal for a large family. Comfortable and within easy reach of walking paths & Rotorua city.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2022

Relaxing stay

Relaxing stay

We had a nice relaxing stay here. Great view of lake and bird life. House is nice and warm with fire going and also had heat pumps. 2nd stay at this property and enjoyed both times. Great not having to take your own linen and bedding! Had everything we needed. Would definitely go back.

6.0 / 10.0

Mar 2022

Not up to the mark expected.

Not up to the mark expected.

Nice location, beautiful outlook, plenty of indoor space and grassed area towards the lake. Good supply of Air Con units around the house and the furniture was all reasonably good. Good storage in the garage and plenty of driveway space for up to three cars. However, the place really needs a deep clean and some general maintenance, seems pretty neglected in a lot of ways. The adjoining rental is a bit weird with a direct access hollow core door opening onto the internal landing of the master bedroom, easy to hear conversations ! We had a rat in the kitchen eating food overnight, even saw it scuttle under the stove. Management company were informed but seemed not too concerned ? – they have traps under some of the furniture apparently ! Forget bringing a boat. The lake access isn’t deep enough for anything heavier than a jet ski, this would be a struggle though, and muddy. If the adjoining accommodation is being occupied there is effectively nowhere to keep the boat, the driveway is too steep and a sharp transition onto the road. Unfortunately, with borders closed for the last 2 years there has been plenty of price gouging for peak holiday periods, owners may need to re-think this if they want good occupancy going forward. So overall, okay place, but overpriced for what is delivered. With over 12 years renting great places in the lakes district, I wasn't too impressed with this one, but it could be improved.

8.0 / 10.0

Jan 2022

Stunning location

Stunning location

The size of the property allowed our large group to spread out and enjoy the amenities and location.

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2021

Great View

Great View

The Property has a Great View of the lake. Great Location for catching up with Friends and Family.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2021

Lakeside

Lakeside

Fantastic arrangement of lake activities, hospitality, kayak and dinghy, and board games for the whole family. Reserve within short walking distance. A spacious place to stay for large family or group.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2021

Family Get together

Family Get together

The property was perfect for our family gathering of 7 adults and 3 children, plenty of space for everyone. Was great being able to moor our boat at the jetty. There were a few small maintenance issues which we communicated to the property manager and the addition of an extra fridge would have been helpful as we struggled with the small fridge and such a large group. Overall we loved the property and would certainly like to rent again.

8.0 / 10.0

Dec 2020

December 2020

December 2020

All good. A couple of suggestions. Pls ensure there is adequate dishwashing liquid and more than 1 rubbish bag available. The water pipe under the laundry tub has been leaking. We tightened the connection but there is historical water damage.

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2020

Lake Okareka

Lake Okareka

A stunningly beautiful house, with everything you could possibly need for a short stay. Our entire family loved the house. Large deck to soak up the sun, and lakeside views. Well provisioned kitchen and 2 living areas. We would absolutely consider staying here again.

5.0 / 10.0

Nov 2020

Fantastic location and incredible views of the lake. Also i very quiet locationHouse was found very clean and tidy. Plenty of room and the deck area was great for all day relaxing.The only negative, was that there was only 2 tea towels and no kitchen cloths and little cleaning options.Overall a great stay

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2020

Amazing lake views

Amazing lake views

Fantastic location and incredible views of the lake. Also i very quiet location House was found very clean and tidy. Plenty of room and the deck area was great for all day relaxing. The only negative, was that there was only 2 tea towels and no kitchen cloths and little cleaning options. Overall a great stay

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2020

Scenic Paradise

Scenic Paradise

Perfect location for our wedding accommodation, beautiful location on Lake Okareka we were so lucky to have wonderful weather and take advantage of the kayaks on the lake! Would happily rebook again!

6.0 / 10.0

Jun 2020

Great location

Great location

Great location right on the lake. It was a perfect size for our group of 6 adults and 6 kids. Lots of heat pumps and a wood fire. Interior was a little tired in places and kitchen needed more platters and cutlery for our big group. Would rent again

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2020

Very nice experience

Very nice experience

Loved all of it

8.0 / 10.0

Feb 2020

Great property, wonderful stay

Great property, wonderful stay

Family friendly property which catered for everything we could have needed

8.0 / 10.0

Jan 2020

Lake Escape.

Lake Escape.

Located right next to the wetlands which was beautiful but meant you couldn't swim off the property and had to boat out to the lake. Large, spacious house. BBQ wasn't clean so we didn't use it, lucky we brought our own, we informed the property manager and weren't charged so all good. Would recommend.

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2019

excellent

excellent

We live in okareka and booked this for family .They loved it

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2019

Great relaxing time and place

Great relaxing time and place

Awesome family friendly place on the waters edge, perfect for us will a jetty for our boat. Beautiful peaceful spot highly recommended

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2019

Great house in a great location

Great house in a great location

The house is of a high standard, very clean and tidy. has everything you need for a relaxing, comfortable stay, thanks

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2019

Incredible view!

Incredible view!

Clean, spacious and beautiful view. We had a relaxing and wonderful stay in a beautiful home in a beautiful location! Thank you!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Rotorua?

The average price for a rental in Rotorua is R 2,433 per night. This rental is R 4,055 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Waterfront Escape Sum. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Waterfront Escape Sum pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Waterfront Escape Sum?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Rotorua

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Rotorua?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Waterfront Escape Sum pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Waterfront Escape Sum?

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