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A modern house with a covered porch, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large window, and a bar area with stools.
A hallway with a wooden cabinet, a globe, a mirror, and a potted plant.
A backyard with a swimming pool, a covered seating area, and a brick wall.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a washing machine, and a globe on a cabinet.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4754 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is $262
$228 nightly
$262 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29

Explore the area

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Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
  • Place, Rotorua International Stadium
    β€ͺ19 min walk‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    β€ͺ12 min drive‬
  • Place, Skyline Rotorua
    β€ͺ15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    β€ͺ21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rotorua

With a stay at this vacation home in Rotorua (Pomare), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Polynesian Spa and Springfield Golf Club. .This vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Rotorua International Stadium and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.
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What's nearby

  • Rotorua International Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 10 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Polynesian Spa - 12 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 12 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Skyline Rotorua - 15 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • β€ͺRiver’s Catch - ‬13 min walk
  • β€ͺSuper Lucky Takeaway - ‬4 min drive
  • β€ͺColumbus Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • β€ͺPantry D'or - ‬5 min drive
  • β€ͺKfc - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Poolside Stay with City Views | Close to the Redwoods for Forest Adventures

Clareview Cottage is an `Airbnb Guest Favourite` - making it one of the most loved houses on Airbnb!

Unwind in style and comfort at Clareview Cottage - a modern 2-bedroom retreat with a sparkling saltwater pool and panoramic city views. Just 5 mins to Rotorua City and Redwood Forest, it’s the perfect base for relaxation, adventure, or a romantic getaway.

🌟 WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
β€’ Two stylish bedrooms with premium queen beds (sleeps four)
β€’ Full-size saltwater swimming pool (not heated)
β€’ Spacious undercover deck with city views
β€’ Modern kitchen and laundry with all essentials
β€’ Comfortable living area opening onto deck
β€’ Air conditioning, BBQ and high-speed Wi-Fi

πŸ› SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 4)
β€’ Bedroom 1: Queen bed
β€’ Bedroom 2: Queen bed

🚽 BATHROOMS
β€’ Bathroom 1: shower, toilet and basin with underfloor heating

🍽 LIVING AND DINING
β€’ Open-plan living area with tasteful dΓ©cor and city views
β€’ Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
β€’ Nespresso machine
β€’ Covered outdoor deck for morning coffee or evening wine
β€’ BBQ area to enjoy alfresco dining

🏊 POOLSIDE RELAXATION
β€’ Saltwater swimming pool (unheated)
β€’ Sun loungers for relaxation
β€’ Perfect spot to cool off after exploring Rotorua
β€’ Shared pool - the owners live next door and may use the pool at times, especially over summer
β€’ Children must be supervised by an adult in the pool area at all times
β€’ The pool gate must be kept closed at all times - please do not prop or tie it open

πŸ“ LOCATION AND DISTANCES
β€’ Rotorua City Centre: 3β€―km / 5 min drive
β€’ Redwood Forest (mountain biking and walks): 3β€―km / 5 min drive / 10 min cycle
β€’ Skyline Luge and Gondola: 7β€―km / 10 min drive
β€’ Rotorua Canopy Tours (zipline in native forest): 7β€―km / 10 min drive

🚴 Keen mountain bikers can ride directly to the Redwoods and access world-class trails right from your door!

β˜• ESSENTIALS
β€’ Smart TVs and Wi-Fi
β€’ All linens provided
β€’ Washing machine and dryer
β€’ Heat pump and A/C in living room
β€’ Portable heaters and extra blankets available
β€’ Nespresso machine
β€’ Coffee, tea and sugar provided.

🏑 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
β€’ Exclusive use of the house, deck and BBQ area - the pool and entry driveway are shared with the neighbouring house
β€’ Host available by phone or email during your stay
β€’ Shared entry driveway with neighbouring house
β€’ Off-street parking available
β€’ No parties or loud gatherings - located on a quiet residential street.
β€’ Quiet hours 10pm-7am
No parties or events
Quiet hours 10pm - 7am
No smoking or vaping
No additional guests
The person making the booking must stay at the property
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 754 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No parties or events Quiet hours 10pm - 7am No smoking or vaping No additional guests The person making the booking must stay at the property

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

275157

Poolside Stay with City Views | Close to the Redwoods for Forest Adventures Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a nice neighborhood just a short drive away for most activities around Rotorua.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing outdoor space.Very comfortable beds.Good kitchen equipment
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well appointed and good location

House with great kitchen and bathroom, comfy beds and a chill out deck with views. close to city centre- only 5 mins drive . Ticked all our boxes
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best self-catering property in NZ. Modern, clean, spacious, well appointed. Fabulous kitchen/living area with lovely outdoor space, stunning view. Lots of little extras. Superb pool. Highly, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025