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Simply Sophia

Holiday home with fireplace, near Polynesian Spa

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Interior
TV, fireplace
2 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom103 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Rotorua, Bay of Plenty Region
  • Place, Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

Rotorua

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Rotorua Golf Club and Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. Highlights at this holiday home include a fireplace. .You can enjoy a TV in home. A microwave and a stovetop make in-room dining convenient. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Glenholme holiday home include Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua.
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What's nearby

  • Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pantry D'or - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rotorua Club Inc - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pataka Kai - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Simply Sophia

Our cute, brick townhouse is a private little haven in central Rotorua.

Relax in the enclosed backyard or unwind in the comfy beds after a day out exploring; this house is the perfect base for active families or guests wanting peace and quiet.

Close to local attractions and full of homely touches, it’s a simple, welcoming space that has housed many happy memories over the years, from young to old.

We hope wherever you choose to stay, you enjoy this beautiful city we call home.

ADDITIONAL INFO:

Our home comfortably sleeps 4 people, however extra children etc. is at your discretion.
Please feel free to send me a message if you would like extra bedding, as I can do my best to accommodate extra numbers.

Early / Late Checkout can be arranged.

The house is non-smoking inside, please smoke or vape outside of the house.

Pet Stay to be negotiated on a case by case basis.

The neighbours are very close by, please be courteous past 10pm.

E mihi ana,
Tayla & Kate

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,109 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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:
Lock the doors and return the keys
Rubbish Truck comes Wednesday Mornings, please put the bin out if you can.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

PARKING: Please do not park in front of access to the BLACK Garage Door - this belongs to the front house.
Smoke-Free indoors. Please Smoke or vape outside only.
Please be courteous of neighbours and keep noise down after 10pm.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Simply Sophia have a pool?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Simply Sophia?

No, Simply Sophia does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Simply Sophia?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Simply Sophia?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Simply Sophia?

There isn't one on site, but Rotorua Golf Club is a short 8-minute walk away.

Reviews

Simply Sophia Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yee Chin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host who took effort to contact us earlier about check in time. The house was cozy with a nice backyard. Rooms are clean with spacious living area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivor N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay thanx
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adele C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay, the home was clean and tidy, will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025