Now is the time to get away and put your feet up. This little hideaway is perfect for you to just get away, relax and forget about the world for a while... Tucked away amongst tranquil native bush and surrounded by iconic Ponga trees, sits Ponga Forest Lodge, a charming Lake Tarawera retreat with Wi-Fi. Sleeping up to 12 across four bedrooms and a sleep-out, this is the perfect place for the extended family to kick back and relax in holiday mode. There's plenty of room for everyone to enjoy their own space, whether you're kicking a ball around the garden, cooking up a family feast on the BBQ or catching up on some holiday reading surrounded by the treetops. Ponga Forest Lodge catches all day sun and is just 200m walk to the lake front reserve and boat ramp in the sheltered Otumutu Lagoon. Here you can go waterskiing, splash around in the water or launch your boat for some famous trout fishing. You're also just 10 minutes drive to the Blue Lake entrance to the mountain bike tracks adjoining the Redwoods mountain bike park. Enjoy scenic bush walks around the lake or walk to the natural hot pools and rock ledges to swim and jump into the clear lake waters. Slip into full relaxation mode at your own private retreat, secluded from the main road and surrounded with abundant birdlife as Tui's and Kereru fly overhead. If you fancy some adrenaline-filled adventures and a great meal, cruise over to Rotorua just 20-minutes drive away. Ponga Forest Lodge is a special find for the whole family, and is waiting to welcome you today! This is an amazing community that the house is set in. Enjoy time with the locals and please respect the locals peace and quiet. Although we encourage catching up with people, it is not a party house. Please go to the bottom of listing prices and minimum nights stay. All bookings will be charged a $150 cleaning fee. Linen can be provided at $30 per head. Things to note - the upstairs and downstairs are connected via external stairs, the stairs are quite steep but plenty of railings to help if needed. The bunk beds downstairs do not have rails. None of which we have found to be a problem on our family holidays but we want to let you know before you enjoy your stay at our beautiful spot.