Small shops and eateries are within walking distance. While Rotorua has no lack of hotels and motels, this place is at the lake's edge and it is a glorious sight to wake up to. A kayak and life vest are available if the waters are calm enough to do so. The garden is beautiful and relaxing. Only thing is the windows must be shut at night to keep out all the flies that are inevitable with a lake. Guests are only allowed upstairs and the use of a kitchen was missed but Leanne provided bread and fruits for breakfast and washing up could be done in the bathroom sink.