Gemini Lodge is amazing. If you are staying in the Rotorua area you will want to stay here. But don't hesitate to book, because as it becomes more well known it will be difficult to get the dates you want. When we drove up the drive area my adult children stated "well done mom". The property is beautiful, situated on Lake Rotorua with a large yard leading up to the water. The home is charming, spotless and beautiful. The kitchen is well stocked and Joe and Cynthia welcomed us with a basket of goodies and a bottle of wine. You will have the use of two hot tubs on the premises. One is outside and we loved sitting in it at night and looking at the beautiful southern hemisphere stars. It also has a small gym and party area as well as a pool area. You will have use of Joe's kayaks if you wish. Unfortunately time did not allow us to go out. The beds are comfortable and rooms spacious. Joe was great to communicate with and I wish we could have stayed longer. It is close to downtown Rotorua and a 45 minute drive to The Shire's rest near the Hobbiton set. You will not be disappointed.