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Highfield Ride - Spa Pool, Ride the Redwoods

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Highfield Ride offers a tranquil retreat surrounded by the majestic Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest. Step into the large open-plan living area, unwind on the semi-covered north-facing deck, and enjoy bike cleaning facilities and storage.

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Highfield Ride - Spa Pool, Ride the Redwoods

  • Summary:

    Roll out of bed and into the Redwoods, soak in the spa pool after a ride, then spread the group across a main house plus a self-contained sleepout.



    📍 Walk » Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest (across the road)

    📍 8 min » Te Puia

    📍 9 min » Polynesian Spa, Wai Ariki Spa & central Rotorua

    📍 10 min » Rotorua Airport

    📍 17 min » Skyline Gondola & Luge, Zorb & Canopy Tours



    ✅ Right by the Redwoods - walk or bike to the trails

    ✅ Private spa pool, bike storage & sleeps 10

    ✅ 52 Mbps WIFI



    The Space:

    Roll out of bed and into the Redwoods, soak in the spa pool after a ride, and spread the group across four bedrooms. Highfield Ride is a relaxed, bike-friendly holiday home right by the Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest in leafy Lynmore, sleeping ten across a main house and a fully self-contained sleepout - with a sunken lounge, a sun-drenched deck, a private spa pool and bike storage for the trails.



    HIGHLIGHTS

    ⭐️ Right across from the Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - walk or bike straight to the trails

    ⭐️ Private spa pool to soak in after a day on the bikes

    ⭐️ Sleeps 10 across four bedrooms, including a self-contained sleepout

    ⭐️ Two super king bedrooms and a queen in the main house

    ⭐️ Open-plan living with a sunken lounge opening to a sun-drenched deck

    ⭐️ Fully self-contained sleepout with its own shower and toilet - great for kids or extra guests

    ⭐️ Secure bike storage for the mountain-bike trails

    ⭐️ Fully equipped kitchen, laundry and two bathrooms

    ⭐️ Quiet, leafy Lynmore - minutes to Te Puia, town and the lakes



    - BEDROOMS -

    Main house:

    Bedroom 1: Super king bed

    Bedroom 2: Super king bed

    Bedroom 3: Queen bed

    Sleepout (self-contained):

    Bunk beds, a king single and a pull-out single

    Sleeps 10 in total. All bedding and linen supplied.



    - BATHROOMS -

    Two bathrooms, including one in the self-contained sleepout.



    - LIVING AREA -

    An open-plan living area with a sunken lounge steps out onto the sun-drenched deck, off a fully equipped kitchen and dining - an easy, sociable space for the whole group.



    - OUTDOOR AREA & SPA -

    A sun-drenched deck and backyard with a private spa pool to soak in after a day on the trails, plus secure bike storage.



    - PARKING -

    Ample on-site parking.



    Guest Access:

    You'll have the whole property to yourselves - all four bedrooms across the main house and the self-contained sleepout, both bathrooms, the fully equipped kitchen, the open-plan living areas, the laundry, and the deck and backyard with the private spa pool and bike storage. There's ample on-site parking.



    The Neighborhood:

    Highfield Ride sits in leafy, sought-after Lynmore, one of Rotorua's most popular residential suburbs on the eastern side of town - quiet, green and right on the edge of the action. The big drawcard is the Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, right across the road, with its world-famous walking and mountain-biking trails on your doorstep. The beautiful Blue Lake, Lake Okareka and Lake Tarawera are all around ten minutes away for a swim or a paddle, while Te Puia's geysers are eight minutes, and the lakefront, the hot pools at Polynesian Spa and Wai Ariki Spa and central Rotorua about nine. Skyline's gondola and luge, Zorb and Canopy Tours are over on the western side of town, around seventeen minutes away.



    Getting Around:

    A car is handy here, with ample on-site parking. The Redwoods forest is right across the road, Te Puia about eight minutes, and central Rotorua, the lakefront and the hot pools at Polynesian Spa and Wai Ariki Spa around nine, with Rotorua Airport just ten. The Blue Lake, Lake Okareka and Lake Tarawera are about ten minutes away, and Skyline, Zorb and Canopy Tours roughly seventeen on the western side of town. Uber, taxis and buses are available nearby.



    Other Things to Note:

    WIFI runs at around 52 Mbps. The sleepout is fully self-contained with its own shower and toilet. There's a private spa pool - please supervise children around it at all times.



    Interaction with Guests:

    If you need anything at all during your stay, just send us a message 💬 - happy to help 😊

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Cycling 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules

To help keep our homes and neighbours safe, we may require the lead guest to provide a government-issued photo ID before check-in. In line with Air...

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
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

About the area

Lynmore, a neighborhood in Rotorua, is home to this vacation home. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Tamaki Maori Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rotorua Arts Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Racing Rotorua or Rotorua International Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. Visit our Rotorua travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A rope bridge in a forest with illuminated hanging lights.
    Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A tranquil indoor pool with a view of a lake and mountains.
    Polynesian Spa
    7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • A cable car system, lush greenery, and a distant town.
    Skyline Rotorua
    16 min drive - 11.7 km
  • A group of people observing a ritual in a lush, green forest with a river.
    Mitai Maori Village
    16 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall
    8 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ciabatta Bakery
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Wendy's Hamburgers
    3 min drive
  • Eastwood
    6 min drive
  • geyser cafe
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Highfield Ride - Spa Pool, Ride the Redwoods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Highfield Ride - Spa Pool, Ride the Redwoods?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highfield Ride - Spa Pool, Ride the Redwoods?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Highfield Ride - Spa Pool, Ride the Redwoods located?

Located in Lynmore, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre, and Lake Rotorua. Haiku Pathway and Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Highfield Ride - Spa Pool, Ride the Redwoods Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amenities were as described!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was lovely and tidy - it was clean, warm and smelt ok. Location was central to where we needed to travel each day. It had everything we needed for our stay. Communication with the property manager was timely and clear. Overall, we had a great stay - thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

felicity k.

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

Great

Perfect for us, very comfortable, very clean. On the road to the lakes, short drive to town, across the road from the forest. Kids liked to watch the big tv in the outhouse. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

School Holiday fun

We had a fantastic five days staying at Highfield. The layout and space worked really well for our families and I loved the proximity to the Redwoods forest and other activities. Having a spa was an added bonus which the kids loved and helped when the weather was less than ideal. The service and communication was wonderful and I really appreciated the help when we left a couple of items behind! Great internet and well appointed kitchen. Would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

College MTB comps

Great space, works really well. May not hace read the property details correctly, didn't realize 4th room was a sleepout but was also a great space. Would be good if locks were keyed alike and supplied 2 keys for easier security when locking up at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrea J.

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

Relaxed spacious home

Great space for myself and teens to get away. Loved the indoor outdoor flow. Lovely surprise to have the heater on the patio in this evening. Spa was gorgeous to enjoy at this time also. Appreciated having access to the second/sleepout space as we found the shower loads more enjoyable to use. Also loved having access to the dryer as one of the days were raining on and off. Overall great space, lovely bedrooms and comfy living with all kitchen appliances available for use.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alyson N.

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

3 night stay

Great place to stay, really enjoyed our visit. The hottub was a highlight! We just booked the main house for 4 adults and it was quite spacious. They had all the cooking gear that you need and very basic supplies like oil, salt and pepper as described. The place seemed clean and all dishes were clean. The only negative is the sound proofing around the bathroom. Essentially there is none so it makes it a bit awkward to use the toilet at times. Especially for people sleeping in the room that backs up to the toilet. Going bathroom in the middle of the night would be quite loud and easily heard from that room. Would definitely book this place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
On the positive, great communication and loved the spa. Unfortunately the place was thick with dust and cobwebs and so much hair all over the bathroom floor and hair clogged shower ruined our experience. The sleepout was terrible! We tried everything so get rid of the old musty damp smell but could not shake it. It was strong and vile. With a bit of TLC this could be amazing but it certainly isn't at the moment.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great setup. Tidy well maintained house. Great access to forest for riding. Would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

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

Great House with awesome hot tub

We had a great time in Rotorua, rode the redwoods every day and loved coming back home to a hot spa. Garage was great for bikes too.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location, house was clean and beds comfortable. Kitchen was well set up,apart from we couldnt find a plug for the sink.Also the front door was sometimes hard to unlock.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026