4.4★
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7 Guests
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3 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Hot tub
- Off road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Games Room
- Sky TV
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
* Based on a combined average customer score
18 Customer Review(s)
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Daryl 
“We are a family of 4 + a Labrador, and it was the perfect getaway.”
Beautiful views over the lake made the morning coffee extra special as the sun rose, and when it cooled down at nigh-time, the fire made the whole place warm and cozy. The outside space was more than enough to play with our lab and she loved exploring her surroundings. The house was really well set up with heaps of cutlery, storage, cookware etc, and the couch and chairs on the deck made a great area to gather as a family and just enjoy the sun and the view. It was great to be able to sit ...
Beautiful views over the lake made the morning coffee extra special as the sun rose, and when it cooled down at nigh-time, the fire made the whole place warm and cozy. The outside space was more than enough to play with our lab and she loved exploring her surroundings. The house was really well set up with heaps of cutlery, storage, cookware etc, and the couch and chairs on the deck made a great area to gather as a family and just enjoy the sun and the view. It was great to be able to sit in the spa with a glass of wine as the day drew to a close. Just an all round great relaxing stay.
- Daryl, March 2024 -
Mavis “Loved every minute of our stay beautiful view to sit back and enjoy the Warriors while chilaxing in the spa”
- Mavis, March 2024Bernadette “Just lack of places to hang clothes otherwise loved our stay”
- Bernadette, January 2024Michaela “Firstly, we had a relaxed time at the property and made lots of good memories.”
Here are some constructive feedback: 1. The photos shown on the listing makes the property look much bigger than it is. We had 4 adults and 3 kids and if the weather wasn't great, we would have struggled to stay indoors. Luckily the weather was fine and made the full use of the deck which was fine. The deck has a stunning view and well covered so it is all weather outdoor area. 2. Property grounds were unkept with overgrown hedges and plants all along the driveway which scratches the car. 3. We found some plates were not very clean and many areas were a bit dusty. 4. Minor points but table tennis rackets and balls were all broken so not useable.
- Michaela, January 2024Thank you for your review, we are sorry to hear there were issues at our property. We have addressed the cleaning issues with our local team. Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback as we are always working on improving the care of our properties Bachcare
Kristin “Overall good.”
The location was nice and the pictures matched well, but the kitchen/living area photographs larger than it seems. There were definitely cleaning issues - a couple of dishes left out, the dishwasher was full of pots that hadn’t cleaned well and needed to be handwashed, and the provided blankets were NOT clean. Luckily we brought sleeping bags. The hot tub was great!
- Kristin, July 2023Debs “We had the most amazing, relaxing few days.”
The view is outstanding and we absolutely loved the spa, fireplace and the fantails. The house is so well equipped with everything you need. We will definitely be back.
- Debs, June 2023Ankeith “The property had an amazing view and was well equiped to have a relaxing time with your family and friends.”
Instructions for the spa pool needs to be put out and couldn't find the washing machine. Overall property was great, would definitely visit again ☺️
- Ankeith, June 2023Grace “Vey nice place to stay with fluffy baby.”
Full equipped with all the things we need. Nice spa and fireplace special in winter time keep warm enough. Only 1 recommendation. May have chances to make the lights colours aligned. Some lights are yellow some white. That looks not very comfortable.
- Grace, May 2023Amanda “Great place to stay on the lake.”
The facilities where as described and more and we enjoyed our stay very much. Would highly recommend this property.
- Amanda, September 2022Mark “Comfy and cosy bach with a great view & good facilities.”
- Mark, September 2022Jodi “Awesome property.”
My family had a great time. Kids loved the spa and the table tennis was a hit!
- Jodi, August 2022Alex “Splendour definitely describes this lovely Bach.”
The view is absolutely stunning, and well worth being a bit outside of Rotorua for. Nicely appointed and comfortable with everything you need. Diane who manages it is also lovely to work with. Thanks for an awesome stay!
- Alex, August 2022Lily “We had the best time.”
Part of me doesn't want to write how lovely this place is because then it'll be harder to get dates in the future!!! But it was the perfect family getaway home for us. Location 15/10, super clean and cosy home, and great facilities. The fire, the spa, having a machine for the kids was all perfect even with all the wet weather Diane was very kind and helpful and bachcare were really easy to deal with. Thank you for a wonderful holiday and I hope we can come back again!
- Lily, July 2022Connon “Great property at an amazing spot.”
Amazing views, great wifi, heating and even a spa pool. Would return in a heartbeat.
- Connon, July 2022GLENNIS “Lovely clean property.”
Everything provided was top class.
- GLENNIS, June 2022Kirstie “The property was lovely.”
Beautiful view, so clean and tidy, and had everything we needed.
- Kirstie, March 2022Jonathan “Great bach for a family holiday.”
Stunning views from the large front deck of Mt Tarawera and the lake. Amazing bird life around the place too. Freshly decorated inside with a great kitchen . Super comfy beds too.Thanks so much!
- Jonathan, December 2021Miriam “Two families of three plus small dog.”
Loved the view and the deep verandah. Comfy beds, great shower, wood burner lovely and lots of firewood and fire starters provided (some papers would be good to provide too.) Slightly temperamental spa but excellent support from property manager about this. Fun games room upstairs for older kids or teens, (although I wouldn't recommend to families with very young children because the railings on the stairs and in the upstairs area would not be adequate.) Hope to return in summertime!
- Miriam, July 2021Summary
- Bedroom 1: King Size Bed
- Bedroom 2: Double Bunk
- Mezzanine: King Size Bed
- Bathroom 1: Hand Basin, Shower, Toilet
- Living, Dining
- Oven, Hobs, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Toaster, Kettle
- Fireplace
- TV, Wi-Fi
- Hot Tub
- Washing Machine
- Parking
- BBQ
- Pets allowed
- Sorry, no smoking
Linen
Our linen service will provide all sheets, pillowcases, towels, bath mats, and tea towels for your stay. We’ll also make up the beds for you prior to arrival and strip them down after your departure. Pillows and duvets are provided at the property.
The property
An elevated position rewards this gorgeous cottage with lake views to take your breath away - the perfect backdrop to your summer getaway. Welcome to Splendour on Spencer! A sheltered deck spans the length of this Lake Tarawera holiday home and welcomes you to sit back with a cuppa, or dine alfresco on a family BBQ feast, all the while admiring the stunning view. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor flow into the open-plan living space, where a comfy couch setting is waiting for you and that book you’ve been saving for this very moment. Make it a family affair and snuggle up on the couch with the Sky TV and complimentary WIFI providing the entertainment and enjoy a wood burning fireplace to help keep you warm in winter. When it’s time to prepare a hearty breakfast or whip up a few sides to go with all your favourites hot off the BBQ, a fully equipped kitchen is ready and waiting. Enjoy sipping your favourite holiday drink long into the warm summer evening as the dishwasher takes care of the clean up. Three bedrooms, including a spacious loft style retreat, comfortably sleep up to seven guests here at Splendour on Spencer. The master bedroom features a luxurious king size bed, and enjoys direct access to the deck. With views like these, you’ll be coming up with any excuse for a lie in! A family bathroom, with the added convenience of a separate toilet, completes the set up for your stay. Boat owners will be pleased to know there is space to park their vessel in the driveway, and the boat ramp is just a one-minute drive away for an easy launch for your day of fun on the water! If you fancy simply cooling off with a dip, the public lake access is just a 10-minute walk from Splendour on Spencer. If you’re looking for an adventure a bit further afield, visit the Redwoods Forest with its mountain bike trails and tree-walk in 20 minutes, and why not check out all the shops, eateries and activities of Rotorua while you’re in the neighbourhood! Summer alfresco living doesn’t get much better than this. Splendour on Spencer awaits!
Please be aware that the loft bedroom does not have a door.
All guests should take care when using the internal stairs as although they have a handrail, they do not have a barrier to prevent falls.
Guests should bring their own Nespresso compatible pods to make use of the available machine.
Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.About the location
A 20 minute drive from Rotorua will take you to the stunning landscape of Lake Tarawera. Former home to the pink and white terraces before the Tarawera Eruption, Lake Tarawera has an interesting geography explorable by boat and foot. The lake is well known as an excellent fishing spot for trout, as well as being perfect for boating activities and walking tracks. All of our Lake Tarawera holiday homes are pre-inspected prior to your arrival and are ready for instant online booking.
