167 Okere Road, Lake Rotoiti, Rotorua

Nearly Two Decades of Lake Rotoiti memories

Almost two decades of cherished ownership have seen family and friends gather here to enjoy everything that Lake Rotoiti offers - days filled with swimming, boating, rafting down the Kaituna, lively tennis matches, long meals, and evenings of laughter around board games. A place where memories have quietly stacked up over the years.

Now, as families grow and life moves in new directions, this much-loved luxury home is ready for its next chapter. The current custodians feel that it's time to pass the baton to another family, sharing that it is “a big home that deserves to be filled with people.” Set across approximately 3,060sqm of freehold lakefront grounds, this extraordinary 284sqm residence offers the space, privacy and character to become either a magnificent permanent home or an exceptional holiday retreat.

From the moment the sweeping driveway arrives through secure gates, the property begins to reveal its unique charm. At the roadside, a tennis court, self-contained cottage and separate gymnasium sit privately within the grounds, creating a welcoming arrival while preserving the tranquillity of the main residence and lakefront.

The home itself feels almost lifted from the pages of a storybook. Rich in character and old-world charm, yet thoughtfully enhanced with modern conveniences, the residence holds a magical presence that sets it apart. Inside, a grand antique entry door opens to a wide welcoming hallway, where gracious living spaces unfold.

Formal and casual living blend beautifully. A peaceful sitting room offers a quiet retreat, while the stately formal dining room is set to impress. The magnificent great room complete with gas fire - a wonderful space for gatherings large and small. At the heart of the home, the modern kitchen is both practical and welcoming, with casual dining that flows effortlessly to a covered outdoor entertaining area designed for relaxed lakeside living.

Accommodation is generous and well-considered for family life and guests alike. Five bedrooms include a master suite occupying its own private floor, complete with walk-in robe, spa bath and ensuite. A guest suite is also ensuited, another bedroom is serviced by the family bathroom, while the children's rooms share a playful ensuite arrangement.

Step outside and the lifestyle becomes even more compelling. The lawn gently rolls down to the lake edge where a private jetty, wet boat shed and dry boat shed provide seamless access to the water. Whether launching the boat for an early morning ski, swimming on warm summer days, or simply sitting quietly beside the lake, this setting captures the essence of Lake Rotoiti living.

Across the grounds there is space for recreation, relaxation and entertaining - from tennis matches and gym sessions to peaceful moments beneath mature trees.

All of this sits just a short stroll from the iconic Okere Falls Store and Craft Beer Garden, while Rotorua CBD is only 20 minutes away and the golden beaches of Mount Maunganui are within 45 minutes.

Rare in both character and scale, this is far more than a lakefront property. It is a place where stories continue to unfold, where generations gather, and where the next chapter is ready to begin.