In Tokoroa .You'll find Dunham Park and Lake Moana-Nui within 2 miles (3 km) of this cottage. Putaruru Timber Museum and Lake Maraetai are within 16 miles (25 km).
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 35 min drive - 52.2 km
Polynesian Spa - 41 min drive - 56.8 km
Skyline Rotorua - 44 min drive - 59.8 km
Hobbiton Movie Set - 47 min drive - 54.5 km
Getting around
Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 18 min walk
McDonald's - 19 min walk
Noodle Canteen - 19 min walk
Wild Bean Cafe - 2 min drive
Sweet Rose Espresso - 17 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.
The Pink House
This lovely small cottage originally came into my family as a retirment home for my (then) 90 year old mother, Olive. She loved the place except for its original colour and so promptly painted it Pink.
The house has many of her touches still in it, such as the cross stitch pictures framed on the walls.
Nana Olive was well known through Tokoroa for her hospitality and warm welcome she offered at the Pink House, and we are delighted to continue this tradition.
We are located a 2 minute drive, or 10 minute walk from downtown Tokoroa. There is a small park an easy walk
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)
General
Unit size: 861 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Children must be supervised to ensure safety
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 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 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.
The Pink House Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Thijs&Jeane N., Wellington
15 Feb 2025
Thijs&Jeane N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Geoff B.
11 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
good
Always good to stay there
Geoff B.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Phyllis D.
8 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The Cute Pink House
Very comfortable, clean, quiet place. Will defiiyely go back.
Phyllis D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Geoff B.
22 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
good
Great place to stay
Geoff B.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Farid J.
5 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable overnight stay
Well appointed old-school accommodation that met our large group’s needs perfectly. We appreciated the flexibility with checking in
Farid J.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kaylene B.
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and convenient
I love that this property feels like im visiting my Gran. Very comfortable and homey. Alby is a great host and very interesting to chat with him about Rotorua history. The location is perfect being less than an hour to Hobbiton, Rotorua and Taupo
Kaylene B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Geoff B.
27 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This was just what we needed, will stay again.
Geoff B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenny C.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Another fab stay at the Pink House
As I have stated many times before - The Pink House is fantastic as it is warm, comfortable, relaxing, private and has all that is needed for a wonderful stay. Highly recommend!
We have been staying at the Pink House regularly as we are helping a friend renovate a house. Alby is always extremely helpful, the house is spotlessly
clean, very well equipped and has comfortable beds with lovely linen. We have stayed in many holiday houses and this is one of our favourites. Highly recommend.
Jenny C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nikki M.
17 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Sports trip
Was a great comfortable stay. Will definitely be back for future sporting events.
Very well presented and comfortable property for a stay for a family gatho
Mike C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenny C.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Another awesome stay at the Pink House
Our 2nd stay at the Pink House and just as great as the first! The house has everything we need, is warm and well equipped. We love that we can come home from a day of helping renovate our friends house, have an awesome hot shower (unlimited hot water) and totally relax in peace and quiet. We have just booked for another 4 day weekend in a couple of weeks. Highly recommend. Thanks Alby, a great host!
Jenny C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Geoff B.
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Very good suited us well
Geoff B.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenny C.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
Great cosy cottage for our group of 3 over 65's. Had everything we needed, was extremely clean. Had very comfy beds with lovely linen, warm quilts and good quality towels etc. Highly recommend. Will be back again soon hopefully. Thanks Alby and wife
the fact that property owners shared the story of their mother with us about the house
Diane
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sabine H.
23 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home away from home
This was a wonderful place to stay. We had four nights here. The beds are super comfortable. It's cosy and a bit dated but it is still original and lovingly decorated by the hosts departed mum which ads so much to its charm. The kitchen is very well equipt well laid out. The excisting washing maschine and dryer have a very large capacity and are so convinient. The host lives next door and is very helpful and genuinely nice. So lovely chating to him. After a long day out and about our kids enjoyed the big TV with netflix and the comfortable lounch chairs. Everything is spotless and spacious but still cosy. It really feels like you are staying for a weekend at Nana's. It is very centraly located, an hour from Rotorua (so no smell!), about an 11/2h from Lake Taupo, Hobbiton and Waitomo each. It was a great base for our daytrips. We would stay here again and highly recommend it for families or groups as there is enough space for 5 people
Thank you
A home away from home. Everything you need. Comfortable beds, tv, fireplace and heatpump/aircon, right down to a box full of toys and dress up for the children. Friendly and helpful hosts.
Linda
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carol H.
10 Sep 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Regulars
Always good
Carol H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gaylene H.
6 Sep 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and Welcoming
It was lovely and homely. Access instructions easy to follow. After a tiring long drive we arrived late at night with the cottage all warmed up on our arrival. Very welcoming and relaxed. Had a great sleep in a cosy comfortable bed, just what was needed for the next part of our journey south. Had everything we needed and was so clean.
Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality.
Gaylene H.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrick M.
30 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in Tokoroa
Very nice property. Brilliant shower, good kitchen well catered with utensils, very comfy beds!!
Patrick M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carol H.
17 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our purpose
Warm, cosy.
Carol H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Simon M.
9 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
nice
Simon M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Allen W.
28 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
The Pink House is a great place to stay in Tokoroa. Very clean, great facilities and comfortable beds. Loved the wood fire and heat pump on a cold night. Would definitely stay again when visiting Tokoroa.