A Cosy Hideaway | Hot Tub, Garden & Warm Character Home

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
$278 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Tucked away in the heart of Lynmore, just 400m from the Redwood forest, Secret Garden House is a warm, character-filled 1950s home with modern comforts, a private hot tub, and room for up to 6 guests. Whether you`re here for the forest trails, local lakes, or a cosy retreat, this home is the perfect Rotorua base.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
• 400m to Redwoods Forest - walk or ride to the trails!
• 3 cosy bedrooms with 2.5 bathrooms
• Private 6-seater hot tub
• Fully equipped entertainer’s kitchen and sunny deck
• BBQ and outdoor dining area
• Log fire, heat pump and portable heaters
• Garage access, secure bike storage and charging station
• Quiet, safe neighbourhood with off-street parking

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 6)
• Bedroom 1: Queen bed + ensuite
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Bedroom 3: 2x Single beds

BATHROOMS:
• Main bathroom: bath, shower, toilet and vanity
• Ensuite: shower, toilet and basin
• Additional toilet in laundry with basin

LIVING AND DINING
• Well-equipped kitchen with quality appliances plus coffee machine
• Dining room with large table
• Spacious lounge with cosy log burner
• Heat pump and heaters in bedrooms for winter warmth
• Sunny deck with BBQ and comfortable seating
• 6-person hot tub - soak under the stars

LOCATION AND DISTANCES
• Redwoods Forest: 400m / 5 min walk
• Rotorua City Centre / Eat Street: 6 km / 8-10 min drive
• Polynesian Spa / Lake Rotorua: 10 min drive
• Rotorua Airport: 10 min drive
• Blue Lake / Green Lake: 10-12 min drive
• Skyline Luge & Canopy Tours: 15 min drive

☕ ESSENTIALS
• Smart TV and Wi-Fi
• All linens provided
• Washing machine and dryer
• Firepace, heat pump and A/C
• Portable heaters, fans and extra blankets
• Coffee machine
• Coffee, tea and sugar provided
• Wood provided for fireplace

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Exclusive use of the entire property
• Host available by phone or email during your stay
• Off-street parking for 2+ cars
• Lockable garage with bike storage and e-bike charging
• No parties or loud gatherings - located on a quiet residential street
• Quiet hours 10pm-7am
• Bus route nearby
No parties or events
Quiet hours 10pm-7am
No additional guests or smoking

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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3412 Sq Ft (317 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rafting Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Highchair
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Betsy H.

    Submitted Nov 28, 2025

    Stayed Nov 19, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay! The house is so comfortable and had everything we could want. The garden makes it feel very private. I loved how close we were to the Redwood Forest trails. Highly recommend!

  • Madison J.

    Submitted Nov 22, 2025

    Stayed Nov 15, 2025

    Everything here was wonderful. Great location only like 2 blocks from the Redwoods. Beautifully decorated and comfy.

  • Kathryn C.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    This is by far one of my all time favorite VRBO accommodations! Such a beautiful home with everything you need to feel right at home. The location is perfect to access all of the surrounding activities and to the downtown area. Kristin was a wonderful host. I’d highly recommend a stay here!

  • Leonard R.

    Submitted Dec 11, 2024

    Stayed Nov 30, 2024

    Perfect getaway location with easy access to all that Rotorua has to offer. Wake to the sound of birds chirping in the morning / evening. Best if one has personal vehicle to get to activities but Uber is also an option. Wonderful hosts. Met my every expectation and that of my adult family.

  • Paddy S.

    Submitted Nov 2, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    Great place for a break, has everything you need ++. It was cosy but large enough for us to spread out and the outdoor area was perfect for socialising at the end of a busy day. Easy access to the Redwoods for walks and biking. Safe and secure storage for bikes. We will be back! Thanks

  • Jayde C.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 2, 2024

    We had such a lovely stay! It was the perfect spot for our family of 5. The home was lovely and quiet (great for our day napper 2 yr old) and the location was fantastic for quick trips to the red woods and the kids loved the spa pool. Unfortunately the weather wasn't great, so we couldn't use the lovely backyard outdoor area to its full advantage. Kristin was amazing to deal with, she was always quick to get back to me with any questions I had and is super, super friendly. A big Thanks!

  • Colette P.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    Enough hearing for a cold, wet weekend in Rotoroa. Comfortable beds. Nice kitchen.

  • Judith L.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2024

    Stayed May 31, 2024

    Fantastic house - check lamps in front bedroom a bit of a smell when left on - (electrical ). otherwise it was the perfect stay.

  • Cynthia E.

    Submitted Mar 3, 2024

    Stayed Feb 24, 2024

    We loved this spot. Very private and magical hot tub deck. Great comfortable set up inside as well. We looked at a lot of options to stay but this one really stood out and it totally delivered.

  • Marshall B.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2023

    Stayed Jul 24, 2023

    Great home, loved the layout, wonderful amenities, proximity to activities and shops was great. Quiet neighborhood, wonderful for relaxing. Kitchen was great for making meals and enjoying food with family.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$278+
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