Nothing. Twist my arm for anything that could be improved then maybe a small table for cups between the armchairs while enjoying the view if it isn’t warm enough to sit outside? Even the trout flies were not a problem.

The view! And the location.

Stayed in April 2024

not much!!! I was a bit hesitant to book because of the lake flies mentioned in the other reviews but just follow the host's helpful tips and you won't get them in your room at all. Although there are a lot of cobwebs and spiders outside so we didn't spend much time on the balcony, but I guess if theres no lake flies theres no lake, so worth it for the views!!

beautiful lake side views!!! location great with a short drive to the city centre, and the hosts were great with communication and very thoughtful with providing umbrellas, snacks and tips to avoid getting the lake flies in the room. We were also really grateful to have a laundry machine provided washing powder at the end of our trip.

Stayed in April 2024

Beautiful place with a stunning mountain lake view! The studio was clean, stylish, and the owners even left some yummy local snacks and all essentials for us. The brochure was very useful and informative, especially for the places to visit. Absolutely loved the style this place was decorated in. Thank you!

Stayed in March 2024

Naho-naho (trout flies) - harmless but a little annoying. We followed the host's instructions to avoid letting them in and that seemed to work well.

Few spots in Rotorua will have a view like this without the smell! The house is in a quaint neighbourhood and the studio was very comfortable. Being on the other side of the town, it was easy to head over to the Redwoods and onto the highway. We really enjoyed our stay in Rotorua - lots of activities and pretty amazing food.

Stayed in December 2023

Enjoyed our stay very much. The studio is very modern and stylish with a fabulous location overlooking the lake. Good location to explore all Rotorua and the area has to offer. Highly recommend

Stayed in December 2023

Incredible studio apartment. It was great to have the peace of being a little out of town, but just a short drive to all the major attractions. The studio is beautiful, well stocked kitchenette and great to have a washing machine. The views were incredible… geese on the lake in the morning, sun on the balcony in the afternoon, incredible view of the sunset and then great visibility for stars. If you’re reading this review because the studio is available on your dates, just book it!

Stayed in December 2023

There are some bugs because it’s near the lake. Good news is they are not-biting bugs. Thanks God, it’s not sandfly. Just looks scary but after a day we are used to with it. It’s harmless.

The view was stunning. The owner are so friendly to provide cookies and chips. It helps us in the night time.

Stayed in November 2023

Great place to stay at the lake, the view is amazing and you find everything you need in the studio. Barbara and Tim welcomed us so warmly and even gave us a ride to town. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed in November 2023

Good, peaceful location with fabulous views. Highly recommended.

Stayed in November 2023

The pillows were hard for me.

Location and view was peaceful. Extra snacks were appreciated. Good facilities. Recommend.

Stayed in October 2023

This was out of owners control but arriving back on first night to people above parked across all 3 parks including ours and on second night they were a bit noisy as they were above us. I must stress out of owners control.

Great spot, awesome view, super quiet from traffic not to far from city. The studio was warm and comfortable with great shower. A few products in bathroom and milk and tea coffees in kitchen. Nice to sit outside on deck and no TV. A restful place after a busy day. Definitely when back in Rotorua would choose here.

Stayed in July 2023

bed

beautiful location, accommodating hosts: we were very grateful for the two umbrellas supplied, we had raincoats but they weren’t going to cut the side ways windy rain 10/10. The little snacks were a bonus. The view was the best. Location close to Eat Street and Markets (5 mins drive)

Stayed in May 2023

The property was lovely to stay in. Our electric blankets were turned on when we arrived which for a couple from warm Brisbane, was a beautiful touch to keep us warm! It was a very cosy studio which even included some snacks. It is so close to everything we needed and it was a very comfortable stay. Thank you very much for having us, we loved staying here!

Stayed in May 2023

The lake flies at night. Nothing dangerous, just annoying.

The place with the view was amazing. Waking up with the view of the lake was super nice. Nice modern appartment with all the amenities.

Stayed in March 2023

the peacefulness

Stayed in April 2023

Not much to be honest, a lovely place! A second comfy chair would've been appreciated given there were two of us. Note the bottom of the shower door was scummy and could do with a decent scrub

Good location, great view, well equipped kitchenette, and a decent shower

Stayed in March 2023

The non biting midge's get every where.

The view is excellent, location good, free parking, washer/ dryer very useful. Good size room

Stayed in March 2023

Nothing. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to balance recreation with relaxation.

Quiet neighborhood away from the middle of town but very easy to get to all the attractions. Wonderful lakeside view. Kayak adventure on the lake was fun. Unit was well equipped and very comfortable.

Stayed in March 2023

Incredibly comfortable, spacious, and convenient, not to mention beautiful

Stayed in February 2023

Poor wifi

View and access to lake

Stayed in February 2023

The main issue was the washer. We had asked the apartment manager if the washer was fixed (since we read another review saying it was broken) and were explicitly told that it was working. However, when we arrived at the unit, we saw a sign saying it was broken and to ask the upstairs permanent resident to borrow hers. Since we weren't able to coordinate with the upstairs resident in advance, we had to wait around until her washer was available to use. That said, she did let us use her washer and even provided laundry detergent.

The house is about a 10min drive from downtown Rotorua and down a quiet street. Check-in was easy (got the keys from the lockbox in front of the unit). The unit itself provides a pleasant view of Lake Rotorua from the room and outside porch. Although the space isn't huge, it is comfortable for a couple and feels very large with the floor-to-ceiling windows. There are several nice amenities, including designated parking spot on the driveway, bathroom heater, and mini kitchen with refrigerator. There are kayaks available, but we didn't use them because we felt that the lake waters were too rough. We appreciated the guidebook, which also cautioned about potential kayak capsizing.

Stayed in December 2022

No mesh screen door so you can enjoy the lake sounds due to bugs door must stay closed at night Top part of Verlander was green and gross not a nice site to look at from in bed

The view, the location the scenery the peace and quiet ooh and inside cute and comfy waking up lying in bed and just looking at the lake from side window

Stayed in October 2022

n/a

the facility，clean bedding and toilet and fantastic lakeside

Stayed in October 2022

Bed a bit too small and soft

Awesome view, good accommodation and equipment

Stayed in October 2022