In National Park Village .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Tongariro National Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and Raurimu Spiral is within 9 miles (15 km).
Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Tongariro National Park - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 16.0 km
Whakapapa Ski Area - 21 min drive - 23.0 km
Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 25 min drive - 33.8 km
Getting around
Taupo (TUO) - 78 min drive
Restaurants
Schnapps Bar - 7 min walk
Macrocarpa Cafe - 9 min walk
Eivins Bistro Bar - 10 min walk
The Station Cafe and Restaurant - 4 min walk
Basekamp - 4 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.
Cosy cottage with fantastic views of Ruapehu
Located in the middle of National Part town. House is open plan, with all windows double glazed, well insulated. Captures all day sun making for a very sunny and warm house. Magnificent views of Mt Ruapehu from lounge and kitchen. Kitchen has all mod cons. After a hard day at the mountain sit back and watch the setting sun changing the mountain from white to pink and orange. AUTOMATED drying Cupboard. Woodburner in lounge, plenty of dry firewood. Enclosed carport making for a dry and easy unloading and uploading of vehicle. A two minute walk to the transport hub to catch shuttle bus to either the Tongariro Alpine Crossing or the ski fields. A 17 minute drive to Whakapapa Ski field. 40 minutes to Turoa ski field. 35 minutes to Tokaanu thermal pools. Easy Walking distance train station, cafe's, pubs and Rock wall climbing. Mountain Biking and walking tracks at doorstep. Tracks include Fisher Rd track. 42 traverse. Tongariro Crossing. Old coach road. Uenuku Pines Mountain bike park. Just to name a few Ski and Mountain bike hire Available in national park. Special conditions: Wifi available on request. smoking outside only. Pets on enquiry. Linen can be provided or you can bring your own.
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
Garden
Unit size: 1,033 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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.
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Cosy cottage with fantastic views of Ruapehu Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 67 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
heather m.
Apr 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and cozy
We loved the old school blu ray
heather m.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael T.
Jul 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A great stay!
Fantastic location for a stay in National Park and to access Whakapapa ski resort. Accommodation was a home from home and the fire made all the difference. A very short, easy walk to the pub too. Book in confidence.
Michael T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jodi W.
Jan 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
Jann’s property was a wonderful place to relax and recover from the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. The views were beautiful, sitting out on the deck was so relaxing and peaceful.
We very much enjoyed staying here and can’t thank you enough for the opportunity 😊
Jodi W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gareth M.
Jan 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need
Perfectly sized, warm and well-kitted-out cottage for a couple of days exploring the central plateau. Put the kids in the bunk room, with M&D in the queen.
It is a short walk to Roy Turner Memorial Playground, local 4 Square, and local eateries.
Try Amy-Jades yellow coffee cart outside Schnapps for your morning fix.
Will keep on our list for future visits.
Gareth M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sally H., Aylesbeare Exeter uk
Jan 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A very practical stopover
An extremely well located house, excellent communication with Jann, and a house kitted out with everything you needed for a couple of days around Ruapahue, all very practical.
Sally H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ross D.
Oct 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Ski trip
Stayed 2 nights in winter
Ross D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela W.
Sep 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect ski break stay
Great option for a family wanting to explore National park. The house offers every thing you need. Just be warned if the fire station alarm sounds, it’s very loud as it is right across the road.
Angela W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melaney C.
Aug 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Warm home close to Mt Ruapehu
Great communication, easy access. Fireplace keeps the whole house warm along with the double glazing. Great location for heading up the slopes, only 20 min drive.
Melaney C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julia E.
Aug 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cottage lives up to its name!
Awesome
Julia E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jess R.
Aug 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Lovely property thanks for having us
Jess R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anne & Neville G., Auckland, New Zealand
Jul 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
very cosy cottage
the cottage is very close to Whakapapa ski field, and not too far to go to Turoa ski field at Ohakune, or Raetihi to visit the Dinosaur House for budding paleontologists.
we found the cottage very comfy, with a wood fire to keep the chill away, with everything tidy and beds comfy too
Anne & Neville G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diane L.
Apr 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, warm cottage
My family and I loved staying in your cottage. Very neat and clean, and has everything and more that you could need for a family on holiday. Will definitely be back!
Diane L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matt V., Auckland
Mar 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Ruapehu views
Great location for a break - close to so many great attractions. Well equipped cottage and great views!
Matt V.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rob A.
Oct 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Perfect size and layout bach for our family of five. Everything we needed and nice and warm. Great location, lots to do and see in the area. We’ll be back!
Rob A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laura B.
Oct 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great hideaway
Fabulous experience again! Awesome property, great locations, wonderful owners
Laura B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Hanneke A.
Jul 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely, cosy place. The fire made the whole house so warm. We had a very relaxing stay.
Easy communication with owner.
Hanneke A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Kyle D.
Jul 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely & warm
Couch a bit hard when sore after cycling!
Lovely & cosy
Kyle D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Leigh P.
Jun 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
The cottage was clean, extremely well equipped and very comfortable. We were so fortunate to see the snow. Will definitely recommend this property. And we will be back again for sure
Leigh P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pele E.
Apr 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cosy place
Very warm, we loved the fire. Nice clean home with everything you could need. Communication with the owner was easy. Would definitely stay here again.
Pele E.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anna l.
Aug 16, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Lovely place to stay
Anna l.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tina M.
Aug 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Snowboard/skiing weekend
A beautiful warm home for the weekend up the mountain. Everything we needed was available. Firewood in the basket ready to light the fire, a hot shower with amazing pressure and complimentary wifi. We would love to return again.
Tina M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Karla K.
Aug 7, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday to the Mountain
Our stay was very enjoyable. The fire kept the house nice and warm, and there were plenty of cooking equipment so we didn't have any problem making food for ourselves. I would absolutely recommend this host! :)
Karla K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Anita A.
Jul 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed!
Cosy warm home for our whole family. It was a home away from home for us, clean, warm, kitchen supplies were well stocked, drying room was a bonus, the fire was ready to light and a beautiful location close to the four square and shuttles. Easy to communicate with host, we would definitely bring our family back here.
Anita A.
10/10 Excellent
Charles D.
Jul 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Really cozy and comfy stay
Nice little bach with a fire place. Had a really nice stay over the weekend with friends for a longed-for ski trip!
Charles D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Anna M.
Jul 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and comfortable stay
We really enjoyed staying at this property on our recent trip to the snow. The property is very well set-up and was cosy and warm on the very chilly nights that we stayed. We would thoroughly recommend to others.