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STUNNING VIEWS, PRIVATE SETTING. Paradise found, all the comforts of home.

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A garden with a table and umbrella, a lake view, and lush greenery.
A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of the sea.
A kitchen with a sink, stove, and a window overlooking greenery.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a wooden cabinet with glass doors, and a view of the garden through large windows.
A grassy area with a house in the background surrounded by dense vegetation and yellow flowering plants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 790 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Rotoma, Rotorua
  • Place, Lake Rotoma
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

STUNNING VIEWS, PRIVATE SETTING. Paradise found, all the comforts of home.

We have had this property for over 20 years and now we share it with you.
Elevated and set well back from the road allows total privacy and child safe. Uninterrupted views across stunning Lake Rotoma.
Relax on the huge deck which has PVC blinds allowing for all weather living.
Plenty of lawn for fun and games, when it gets too hot send the kids to the tree hut they'll love it.
The trout fishing on Rotoma is legendary. Try fly fishing off the shore or take the boat out in the early morning and watch them jump.
Wake to the morning bird-song, bring the cuppa' back to bed and watch the boats and skiers enjoy the still morning waters over the lake.
To keep you occupied there is TV (who needs it on holiday - but it's there for those occasional wet days) , stereo, games and plenty of books.
We have just installed a new kitchen, bathroom and outside loo.
Maximum number guests is 7.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave. Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels)
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Rotoma. Laundry facilities are available. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, dryer and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Lake Rotoma and 7 minutes by car from Lake Rotoehu
As a guest of THE WOW FACTOR Paradise found, all the home comforts at stunning Lake Rotoma, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 969 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

In accordance with Bookabach policy you are required to leave the property as you find it.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

WOW Factor Bach You've Been Looking House Rotoma
WOW Factor Bach You've Been Looking House Rotoma
WOW Factor Bach You've Been Looking House
WOW Factor Bach You've Been Looking Rotoma
WOW Factor Bach You've Been Looking
THE WOW Factor The Bach You've Been Looking for Rotoma
THE WOW Factor The Bach You've Been Looking for
THE WOW FACTOR The Bach you've been looking for.

STUNNING VIEWS, PRIVATE SETTING. Paradise found, all the comforts of home. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Walter J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay, very nice location and the house was lovely and as described, Maureen was a great host and would recommend to other travellers.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pieter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect, tidy and cosy
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely bach. We fell in love with it when we walked inside. Very clean, view amazing and everything we needed to have a fun and relaxing break. Plenty of seating spaces. Would highly recommend. And we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely clean well organised home with everything you need. Beautiful location with great views of the lake. Maureen was fantastic to communicate with. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, awesome amenities, very cosy and welcoming. Will definitely be booking a stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

emma c.

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

Lovely stay

3rd time we have stayed.love the new bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Rotoma Lake stay

Great stay, very comfortable with everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

What a beautiful place!

We loved staying in your beautiful and cozy holiday home. It’s such a clean, tranquil and wonderful spot. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

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

So relaxing

Such a lovely place with gorgeous views of the lake. We had the most relaxing holiday and can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maxim L.

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

Great stay!

We had a great stay at Maureen's place.Everything was as described in the listing.Quite a few toys for our kid to enjoy.Fireplace was nice.Very tidy and neat.We'd be happy to book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

karen r.

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

Family Wedding Stay

Lovely setting
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

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

Fantastic home away from home for a wonderful relaxing break.

Lovely home. Fantastic communication with owners. Relaxing environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucy A.

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

Gem of a spot

The house had beautiful views and was an easy walk down the driveway to a nice beach area. Loved the nearby Soda Springs. Truly relaxing holiday at a fantastic spot. Surrounded by bush and birds but still sunny. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Fantastic place to have a relaxing holiday

My second time at the Glasse house. Am looking forward to going back again. Love the place. Has everything that you need.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fionna C.

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

Relaxing

Lovely, relaxing place to stay. Well set up with fantastic garden and views. Will come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janine D.

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

Very relaxing

Great spot, great house and the waitangi soda spa was so good, no tourists, just how life used to be!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

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

Second time such a lovely place

This is our second time. It’s such a lively clean property with everything you would ever need. It’s like a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra C.

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

Great place with beautiful views!

This house was really nice. There were a lot of beds which fit our group of 10 people well. The views over the lake were stunning and the communication with the owner went really well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona h.

Absolutely stunning

Wonderful place, fabulous amenities, close to everything that mattered. Hidden gem, don’t tell everyone or we’ll never get back there🤣
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hamish O.

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

Rest & recovery

Beautiful home, beautiful views. Thanks for having us! 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Great Homestay, hosts provided all extras.

Enjoyed CD’s.The view was amazing to enjoy in both evening and morning. Love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kavendran N.

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

Excellent for group stays

We had a great stay here, there was so much room for group meals and just hanging out. We had 9 guys so I was worried about the hot water running out, but that didn't happened at all. The host was also amazingly fast with her reply's to my questions. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron L.

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

Relaxing spot with beautiful view of lake.

Spacious, full kitchen facilities, very comfortable 3-night stay. An abundance of bird life nearby: tuis, chaffinches, harrier hawks, morepork/ruru (heard), kereru, shining cuckoo (heard), starlings, cormorants, swans, swallows.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachael C.

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

Perfect

Second time staying at the Glassehouse and just as good as I remember, beautiful spot with great access to the lake, house has everything needed and more and has real character. Just adore this place, thank you for having us again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhys H.

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

awesome property

property was exactly as described by owner. we had an amazing time and so easy to kick back and relax being right opposite the lake. thank you so much for letting us stay. will definitely recommend this property to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021