The Love Shack luxury Lake Edge Escape.
5.0
Outstanding(337 Reviews)Cottage in Rotorua
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this cottage rental
Gold medal-winning accommodation and popular all year round, this lake edge property is located at Okere Fall, Lake Rotoiti. A short 15minutes from Rotorua Airport. 25 minutes into central Rotorua, and 30 minutes to Papamoa Beach,45 minutes to Tauranga. 5 minutes to the nearest cafe. Described by many as " A Modern Scandinavian" twist to the Kiwiana-themed bach, The Love Shack has a rustic blend of plywood walls, mood feature lighting, and lush soft furnishings that makes for a romantic and relaxing escape. The Love Shack has a luxurious queen size Sleepy Head Chiropractic bed- super comfy! The sleek kitchen is fitted with a modern cooktop, microwave, filtered H20 on tap along with a full-sized fridge/freezer for extended stays. A Weber baby Q bbq makes outdoor cooking a breeze.
Private jetty offers the option to bring your boat and try your luck at fishing for Rainbow Trout, or just playing on the water and visiting the many bays and beaches including the famous Manupirua Hot Pools which are only accessible by boat. Visit the Okere Falls Food Store/Cafe/Beer Garden by boat or a short stroll. A great place to stock up. There are numerous activities close by including bush walks, white water rafting, golfing, and thermal attractions. Enjoy some of the best Mountain biking tracks in the world, the Redwood forest is 25 minutes from here or just kick back and enjoy kayaking on the lake. We have a selection of kayaks as well as stand up paddleboards for guests to use. Off-road parking is situated at the top by the main house with a short walk down a concrete path to the Love Shack. A reasonable fitness level of fitness is required to walk the short distance down to the Shack. There is no direct car access to the Shack. Let us know in advance if you would like to bring your boat or jet ski as we'll need to make round on the jetty. Launching is across at the Waipuna boat ramp and it's a wee just 10 minutes cruise across to us. Remember that our inlet is strictly 5 knots.
Special conditions:
MINIMUM STAY IN THE LOVE SHACK IS 2 NIGHTS.
(Long weekends minimum three nights-ie Easter, Auckland Anniversary weekend, Queens Birthday, Labour weekend, Anzac, ).
A compulsory $60 cleaning fee applies which covers removing guest rubbish, guest recycling, and laundry.
Guests are provided with all linen, including sheets, shower, and swimming towels, bedding, kitchen tea towels.
A well-stocked tea and coffee caddy along with some bbq essentials(oil, salt, pepper, handy towels). We also provide Body wash, Shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, Hand wash, hand sanitiser, Face wipes(for makeup removal), sanitizing wipes, bbq wipes.
If wishing to bring a jet ski or boat, please let us know in advance of your stay so we can clear some room on our jetty and give you clear instructions on where to launch and park trailers.
Private jetty offers the option to bring your boat and try your luck at fishing for Rainbow Trout, or just playing on the water and visiting the many bays and beaches including the famous Manupirua Hot Pools which are only accessible by boat. Visit the Okere Falls Food Store/Cafe/Beer Garden by boat or a short stroll. A great place to stock up. There are numerous activities close by including bush walks, white water rafting, golfing, and thermal attractions. Enjoy some of the best Mountain biking tracks in the world, the Redwood forest is 25 minutes from here or just kick back and enjoy kayaking on the lake. We have a selection of kayaks as well as stand up paddleboards for guests to use. Off-road parking is situated at the top by the main house with a short walk down a concrete path to the Love Shack. A reasonable fitness level of fitness is required to walk the short distance down to the Shack. There is no direct car access to the Shack. Let us know in advance if you would like to bring your boat or jet ski as we'll need to make round on the jetty. Launching is across at the Waipuna boat ramp and it's a wee just 10 minutes cruise across to us. Remember that our inlet is strictly 5 knots.
Special conditions:
MINIMUM STAY IN THE LOVE SHACK IS 2 NIGHTS.
(Long weekends minimum three nights-ie Easter, Auckland Anniversary weekend, Queens Birthday, Labour weekend, Anzac, ).
A compulsory $60 cleaning fee applies which covers removing guest rubbish, guest recycling, and laundry.
Guests are provided with all linen, including sheets, shower, and swimming towels, bedding, kitchen tea towels.
A well-stocked tea and coffee caddy along with some bbq essentials(oil, salt, pepper, handy towels). We also provide Body wash, Shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, Hand wash, hand sanitiser, Face wipes(for makeup removal), sanitizing wipes, bbq wipes.
If wishing to bring a jet ski or boat, please let us know in advance of your stay so we can clear some room on our jetty and give you clear instructions on where to launch and park trailers.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Rotorua
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(337 Reviews)5.0
We very much enjoyed our stay in the Love Shack. It is a neat cosy cabin with great lakeside view. Thank you!
5.0
The Love Shack is a treasure, in a wonderful, peaceful spot. Our stay was one of the most relaxing holidays thanks to the lake front position, the bush walks, kayaking and the bach was charming and had more than everything we needed for the week. Flo and Rod were wonderful warm, hospitable hosts and welcomed us with snacks and wine. Expectations exceeded! Thank you.
5.0
Lovely little bach. Everything you need and in a beautiful spot.
5.0
We had a wonderful stay. The place was clean, very well stocked, in a perfect location, quiet and the location by the lake is serene. Florence was excellent with communication. We'll definitely come back again if it's free next time we are up Rotorua way.
Highly recommended!
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5.0
This property is in a stunning location & absolutely everything you need is thought of. It has to be one of the best baches I have stayed in and waking up to the sounds of the birds and having coffee by the lake cannot be beaten.
Florence is extremely lovely to communicate with & everything was a dream.
Thank you.
5.0
Thanks for the stay at this beautiful location - our second time visiting this little gem of a place - thoroughly enjoyed. Great for a quiet unwind and escape from the day to day.
5.0
Mini break
Thanks for the stay at this beautiful location - our second time visiting this little gem of a place - thoroughly enjoyed. Great for a quiet unwind and escape from the day to day.
5.0
WOW, the Love Shack truly lives up to its name and exceeded all our expectations! This is by far one of THE BEST places we've ever stayed. The amenities provided are above and beyond, the location is excellent and the views are absolutely amazing. Private lake access and tranquil nature. The perfect place to unwind for our anniversary. Florence is simply the perfect host, the communication was literally so so fast and so so helpful, nothing was too much trouble. The Love Shack is everything and more, a little gem in a slice of paradise! Wish we could have stayed longer; definitely next time!
5.0
The Love Shack - The Little Gem In A Slice of Paradise!
WOW, the Love Shack truly lives up to its name and exceeded all our expectations! This is by far one of THE BEST places we've ever stayed. The amenities provided are above and beyond, the location is excellent and the views are absolutely amazing. Private lake access and tranquil nature. The perfect place to unwind for our anniversary. Florence is simply the perfect host, the communication was literally so so fast and so so helpful, nothing was too much trouble. The Love Shack is everything and more, a little gem in a slice of paradise! Wish we could have stayed longer; definitely next time!
5.0
Property was clean the bed was comfortable. It had the basic necessities. Tranquility and stunning views. Rod & Flo are great hosts. Definitely going back 👌🏽
5.0
Tranquil Stunning Views
Property was clean the bed was comfortable. It had the basic necessities. Tranquility and stunning views. Rod & Flo are great hosts. Definitely going back 👌🏽
5.0
Just fab
Lovely lakeside retreat. Peaceful and picturesque location with modern amenities, private and surrounded by bush. This suited us perfectly as a couple. We visited the local Okere Falls Store every day for great coffee and some of the best food we've tasted. All in all a lovely time and will be back for more.
5.0
Perfect getaway spot! 3 days felt like 2 weeks (in the best way possible!) Very relaxing and cosy, gorgeous view, and close to lots of great spots in the Bay of Plenty. What more could you need? Absolutely loved it.
5.0
A beautifully tranquil hideaway, perfect to rest and reconnect.
The owners were fantastic to deal with and the check in process was easy.
5.0
We had an incredible anniversary staying here. We were greeted and helped with our bags. Everything was perfect
5.0
Perfect getaway spot! 3 days felt like 2 weeks (in the best way possible!) Very relaxing and cosy, gorgeous view, and close to lots of great spots in the Bay of Plenty. What more could you need? Absolutely loved it.
5.0
Paradise
Perfect getaway spot! 3 days felt like 2 weeks (in the best way possible!) Very relaxing and cosy, gorgeous view, and close to lots of great spots in the Bay of Plenty. What more could you need? Absolutely loved it.
5.0
Beautiful
A beautifully tranquil hideaway, perfect to rest and reconnect.
The owners were fantastic to deal with and the check in process was easy.
5.0
Paradise
We had an incredible anniversary staying here. We were greeted and helped with our bags. Everything was perfect
5.0
The bach is in a great location, right on the lake edge. It is really well appointed with everything you could want. Clean, tidy and the hosts were lovely. Would recommend :)
5.0
Excellent lake side property, a few zigs zags down to it, but so worth it. Who knew you could pack so much into 30sqm. West facing for the best of the sun, lazing within a few feet of the water. Used the kayaks, had a ball.
5.0
Lake Rotoiti retreat
Excellent lake side property, a few zigs zags down to it, but so worth it. Who knew you could pack so much into 30sqm. West facing for the best of the sun, lazing within a few feet of the water. Used the kayaks, had a ball.
5.0
This was one of those memorable holidays. My wife and I had such an awesome stay. Very comfortable unit in a very beautiful spot. Florence and Rod are fantastic hosts. Every little detail of the place was well thought of for your comfort and to make it an enjoyable stay. Right by the lake. Kayaks and other fun water equipment available for free. We will definitely stay here again.
5.0
Put this in your to do list
This was one of those memorable holidays. My wife and I had such an awesome stay. Very comfortable unit in a very beautiful spot. Florence and Rod are fantastic hosts. Every little detail of the place was well thought of for your comfort and to make it an enjoyable stay. Right by the lake. Kayaks and other fun water equipment available for free. We will definitely stay here again.
5.0
We had such a relaxing time at the Love Shack. The afternoons in the sun, listening to the ducks and geese were so relaxing! What a fantastic place to have a hideaway.
5.0
Great bach
The bach is in a great location, right on the lake edge. It is really well appointed with everything you could want. Clean, tidy and the hosts were lovely. Would recommend :)
5.0
Simply perfect
We had such a relaxing time at the Love Shack. The afternoons in the sun, listening to the ducks and geese were so relaxing! What a fantastic place to have a hideaway.
5.0
Quiet and cosey with beautiful scenery
Rural scenery and nice and quiet was perfect for a quick getaway. The bach was surrounded by lovely scenery and of course the lake rite at the doorstep. Amazed with how well kitted the kitchen was for the size of the place which was ideal for cooking any meal, and also the BBQ too. Highly recommend staying
5.0
a one of a kind stay! highly recommend!
This by far was our favourite holiday homes we’ve had the pleasure of staying in! The Love Shack really did exceed our expectations! My partner and I enjoyed the use of the kayaks & paddle boards! It really did feel like we were on holiday! Florence and Rod were great hosts, very kind & friendly! We cannot recommend this place any more! It really is a one of a kind stay! We will definitely be back again soon! :)
5.0
We had a great experience and access to kayaks was a bonus. Will definitely come back.
5.0
Great Stay
We had a great experience and access to kayaks was a bonus. Will definitely come back.
5.0
A very lovely and cozy place.
We loved this gorgeous wee place - the experience was even better than expected due to thoughtful details and friendly and generous hospitality. Very clean, well equipped and stylish, we highly recommend!
5.0
Lovely Loveshack
Beautiful place to visit. Hosts were very hospitable and helpful. Everything we needed was there and we found it a lovely relaxing place to visit. Great for our boat and having it on the jetty at the end of the garden was fabulous.
5.0
Living the dream
Just amazing. We enjoyed every minute. The whole outlook was fantastic and the loveshack was cute, tastefully decorated and the bed was super comfy. So glad we stayed here!
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent relaxing on the edge of the lake and watching the wildlife. The lake house is gorgeous. It's well maintained, stylish and incredibly clean. Our hosts were very welcoming and we felt well looked after. We are keen to return!
5.0
A most relaxing holiday
We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent relaxing on the edge of the lake and watching the wildlife. The lake house is gorgeous. It's well maintained, stylish and incredibly clean. Our hosts were very welcoming and we felt well looked after. We are keen to return!
5.0
Loved the place! We had a great little long weekend. Awesome spot, great views sitting by the water with a glass of wine in the early evening, after exploring the lake on our jetski! Everything you needed in the bach was provided including after sun spray when I got a little burnt! Thank you Flo! Definitely will recommend to our friends and we'll definitely be coming back! Especially as hubbie has discovered a mutual love of American muscle cars, especially Firebirds, with the owner!
5.0
Perfect Spot
Loved the place! We had a great little long weekend. Awesome spot,
great views sitting by the water with a glass of wine in the early evening, after exploring the lake on our jetski! Everything you needed in the bach was provided including after sun spray when I got a little burnt! Thank you Flo! Definitely will recommend to our friends and we'll definitely be coming back! Especially as hubbie has discovered a mutual love of American muscle cars, especially Firebirds, with the owner!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Rotorua?
The average price for a rental in Rotorua is R 2,717 per night. This rental is R 561 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Love Shack luxury Lake Edge Escape.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Love Shack luxury Lake Edge Escape. pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Love Shack luxury Lake Edge Escape.?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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