With a name like Treetops Luxury Lodge and Estate, you'd expect a good view. And you get it.

In the heart of thermal and mud spring country, Treetops is outside the town of Rotorua on the north island of New Zealand, with forests, streams and lakes surrounding it. You can go fishing, mountain biking, horseriding, hiking or--our personal preference--sit in your luxury villa and enjoy the view.

[Photo: rbmm]

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