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Inn McDowell - Modern 3-Bed, Minutes to Te Puia

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A modern living room with a leather sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen in the background.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with sheer curtains.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a gas stove, a dishwasher, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a wooden dining table with chairs, and a large window with blinds.
A patio with a table and chairs, a wooden fence, and a gravel path leading to a house with large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Rotorua, Bay of Plenty Region
  • Place, Rotorua International Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Rotorua

At this holiday home you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Springfield Golf Club and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Springfield holiday home, you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Rotorua Golf Club and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Rotorua International Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Springfield Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve - 10 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River’s Catch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Super Lucky Takeaway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jp’s On Jervis - ‬3 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.

Inn McDowell - Modern 3-Bed, Minutes to Te Puia

Summary:

A bright, modern home in central Springfield with a sunny garden - minutes from Te Puia, the Redwoods and the Secret Spot Hot Tubs.



📍 4 min » Te Puia

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

📍 12 min » Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

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

📍 16 min » Rotorua Airport



✅ Minutes to Te Puia, the Redwoods & Secret Spot Hot Tubs

✅ Sleeps 6 - three queen bedrooms, master ensuite

✅ 250 Mbps WIFI



The Space:

A bright, modern home with a sunny garden, minutes from Te Puia and the Redwoods. Inn McDowell is a stylish three-bedroom house in central Springfield, sleeping six, with a bright open-plan living area that flows out to a small deck and sunny garden - an easy, handy base close to Rotorua's geothermal and forest attractions.



HIGHLIGHTS

⭐️ Bright, open-plan living opening to a small deck and sunny garden

⭐️ Sleeps 6 across three queen bedrooms, including a master with ensuite and garden access

⭐️ Just 4 minutes to Te Puia's geysers and living Maori village

⭐️ Close to the Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and the Secret Spot Hot Tubs

⭐️ Modern, fully equipped kitchen

⭐️ Internal-access garage

⭐️ Central Springfield - handy to town, Kuirau Park and the racecourse

⭐️ Sunny, low-maintenance garden for the kids

⭐️ Comfortable and stylish throughout



- BEDROOMS -

Master Bedroom: Queen bed, with ensuite and garden access

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Bedroom 3: Queen bed

Sleeps 6 in total. All bedding and linen supplied.



- BATHROOMS -

Two bathrooms, including the master ensuite.



- LIVING AREA -

A bright, open-plan kitchen, dining and living area flows out to the small deck and sunny garden - an easy space for indoor-outdoor living.



- OUTDOOR AREA -

A small deck and sunny garden, perfect for relaxing or letting the kids play.



- PARKING -

An internal-access garage.



Guest Access:

You'll have the whole house to yourselves - all three bedrooms, both bathrooms, the fully equipped kitchen, the open-plan living, and the deck and sunny garden. There's an internal-access garage for secure parking.



The Neighborhood:

Inn McDowell sits in central Springfield, a handy, established Rotorua suburb close to the city and the region's big attractions. Te Puia's geysers and living Maori village are just four minutes away, and the Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, with its world-famous walking and mountain-biking trails, about twelve - with the popular Secret Spot Hot Tubs on the way. The lakefront, the hot pools at Polynesian Spa and Wai Ariki Spa and central Rotorua are around ten minutes, and Skyline's gondola and luge, Zorb and Canopy Tours about sixteen. Kuirau Park, with its free geothermal pools, and the Rotorua racecourse are close by.



Getting Around:

A car is handy here, with an internal-access garage. Te Puia is just four minutes away, central Rotorua, the lakefront and the hot pools at Polynesian Spa and Wai Ariki Spa around ten, and the Redwoods forest about twelve. Skyline, Zorb and Canopy Tours are roughly sixteen minutes, and Rotorua Airport about the same. Uber, taxis and buses are available nearby.



Other Things to Note:

WIFI runs at around 250 Mbps. This is a comfortable, modern family home.



Interaction with Guests:

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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

  • 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

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Inn McDowell - Modern 3-Bed, Minutes to Te Puia have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Inn McDowell - Modern 3-Bed, Minutes to Te Puia?

No, Inn McDowell - Modern 3-Bed, Minutes to Te Puia does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Inn McDowell - Modern 3-Bed, Minutes to Te Puia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Inn McDowell - Modern 3-Bed, Minutes to Te Puia?

No, pets are not allowed.

Inn McDowell - Modern 3-Bed, Minutes to Te Puia Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house layout, quiet neighbourhood, very clean and great facilities.Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

julie h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home for the family!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent 5 nights in Rotorua with our family of 5 (kids ages 7-12). This was our favourite accommodation on the trip. Spacious bedrooms with closets, 2 full bathrooms, separate washer and dryer with use of the garage. It’s in a pleasant, quiet neighborhood on the side of town but 10-20 minutes drive of most things. Super convenient. This place actually felt like a home! And we loved the extra desk in the living room. My only three minor bits of feedback for the owners would be I wish the windows and/or patio door had screens so we could enjoy the fresh air without bugs getting inside; I’d recommend some hooks in the entrance for hats/coats; and the fabric dining chairs were a struggle for our boys during meals. We had some old beach towels with us we used to protect from spills, etc. Overall, 10/10! Would absolutely recommend this VRBO. Thank you for hosting us (and my apologies for the one accidentally broken small bowl).
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026