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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 1370 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Raetihi, Raetihi
  • Raetihi Show Ground
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ratana Church
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the area

Raetihi

In Raetihi .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Raetihi Show Ground and The Dinosaur House. Also, Ratana Church is within 2 miles (3 km) and Waimarino Golf Club is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Raetihi Show Ground - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Dinosaur House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ratana Church - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Big Carrot - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 16 min drive - 19.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Angel Louise Internet Cafe & Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Raetihi Cosmopolitan Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coach Caffe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Clown's Cafe - ‬13 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.

DAS Ski Lodge - Instant Classic Kiwi Ski Bach

Enjoy your stay at our idyllic Kiwi Bach situated in Raetihi which is almost halfway between the two Ruapehu ski fields.
Our bach is just off SH4:
- 30 mins to Turoa
- 45 mins to Whakapapa
- 10 mins to Ohakune.

Sleeps 13 + baby cot, Max 12 Adults
- Bedroom 1 has a private ensuite
- The bunk beds in bedrooms 2 and 3 are built-in, double-over-double.
- The other single bunk bed in Bedroom 2 is very light-weight and only suitable for children.
- Cot & high chair for a baby/toddler
- Double car port
- "Pod" coffee machine
- 3 Room Heat Transfer system. All that lovely warmth generated by the woodfire warms the bedrooms too!

***New for 2024***: We've hired a cleaner.
We tried to keep it affordable and have it as clean-as-you-go, but as you can see in the reviews, some people's cleaning wasn't up to others' standards and some just didn't clean at all. So a cleaning fee has been added.
NB: You are still expected to tidy the house and do the dishes before you leave.
We've also installed a dishwasher.

Book now and enjoy your stay!

You will need to bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels/pillow cases). Duvets and pillows are provided.

Property manager

Alice Aplin

Languages

English

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Exterior

Great place to stay for large groups or families

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
4.0 out of 5, Very good, 88 reviews
The price is CA $245
CA $311 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Great place to stay for large groups or families

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 754 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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DAS Ski Lodge - Instant Classic Kiwi Ski Bach Raetihi

DAS Ski Lodge - Instant Classic Kiwi Ski Bach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 88 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Semasinha D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Budget-Friendly place for a relaxing holiday
We held our family gathering (6 youths and 6 adults) here last December, and it was the best budget-friendly accommodation I could find in the area. Overall, our stay was wonderful and enjoyable. We had a comfortable, peaceful, and relaxing time.In my opinion, some of the previous reviews are not doing it justice. I saw several complaints about cleanliness, but when we visited, it was adequate for a property like this. The furniture, exterior, and interior are not modern or vibrant, but for the price, everything was more than sufficient and met all our needs.The house is small, yet it had everything we needed: 3 bedrooms, plenty of beds, 2 bathrooms, hot water, electric cooking plates and oven, TV, electric heaters, and a conventional fireplace. The kitchen had all essential utilities, and also some spices, as well as sugar and tea.A basketball court, fuel station, and small grocery shop are conveniently nearby. Ohakune, a charming small town with various attractions and indoor/outdoor activities, is just 10 minutes away.Here are a few tips for future visitors:Oven Use: Make sure to set the clock first to get the oven working.Instruction Leaflet: Check out the instructions leaflet on the notice board. It contains useful information, such as how to find wood for the fireplace.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mark T.

Diamond in the rough
Warm and cosy, beautiful frienly town
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Razia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Location was good but the property was very diety and the Rooms was messy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M., New Zealand

Review
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Bill K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Botanical walks
Just right for what we wanted, Very friendly town, Enjoyed staying here and may book it again next year. Very fair price. Many Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Ross Y.

Disliked: Cleanliness
See below
Hi Alice, I’m providing some feedback as requested. While it’s much appreciated that accommodation like the Raetihi bach is available at low cost, and a more basic standard is expected for the price, there were a few issues. The bach was quite dirty when we arrived. We’ve left it cleaner than when we arrived, but providing some cleaning products (cloths, toilet cleaner, gloves, etc) would help future people with this. More concerning was a safety issue. The smoke alarm was left on the table and the battery was taken out, so probably expired. Also there were no batteries in any of the remote controls. Also the oven didn’t work as far as we could work out. Other items include that there was a coffee press with no plunger, and the bottom tread of the steps to the carport was very dangerous. In short, we think the bach needs a check and a good clean before the next people come in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

david t.

Handy and affordable
Nothing flash but an affordable base to cook and sleep while pursuing outdoor adventure during the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Uma Y.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and perfect location
Positives: It's peaceful and perfect location. Worth for the price. Negatives: A bit of more cleaning required. BBQ grill is rusted and not in use condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Keshleen W.

Great. Location if going for skiing and value for money
It’ was okay house. Price was reasonable. Got what I paid for so didn’t expected anything fancy. Had a good couple of nights with my big family. Close to skiing field and shops. Definitely recommend if you looking for something cheap and close to skiing..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jovin N.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Home not clean
The experience with this property was very bad. The property wasn’t cleaned by the previous guest and had left rubbish in the bins , beer bottles left over, stains in toilets, pee all over the seats, smelly house, and we experienced flee bites in the night. I have mentioned the problem to Alice she acknowledged that we will receive a full refund. I have taken pictures and send it to Alice. Hope there is no delays in refunding.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Pani P.

Nice
It's a nice and cozy place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

Angela Gayle A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Uncomfortable 2 nights stay
The house contains a lot of old, dusty and broken stuffs and furnitures that the owner should get rid of so it will be more presentable to clients. We're supposed to be on holiday chillin and having some rest but we ended up cleaning and tidying up as soon as we arrived and before we left.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Alison P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
This property had everything you need. Would have stayed again if the house was cleaned properly. Would definitely be worth there will to add a cleaning fee to have it done properly. Plenty of black mould around the windows and other areas. Toilets not cleaned properly and duvets where dirty.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value for money!
I'm the regular returning customer and it says more than anything else.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Loretta C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely place, just needing some TLC
Well located place that served our needs well. Beds were very comfortable and the wood stove pumped out an incredible amount of heat! The wood was provided, which was awesome! The place needs a deep clean though and there is quite a bit of old groceries in the cupboards. Previous guests obviously had a party at some point with confetti bits on and under furniture. Place could do with new bedding and crockery.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Moana V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Recharged in Raetihi
Very warm house. Quite area. Two bathrooms convinent. The house has everything you need to be away from home. A deep clean and decent remotes would accentuate the stay. The game is broken. The fire area was perfect THANKYOU for all the wood.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Jo M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Families - needs a good clean
Firstly want to start with the positives. Great location, warm and loved the double bed bunks !! Only down fall was the house was not clean. Toilets not clean last person skids left in bowl, Food spilled on floor, Toaster not working and rubbish from last person still in rubbish bin. We took ours and did use the bin, Blood stain on the mattress protector in main bedroom and duvets were all just thrown on the beds so looked messy. Cot is broken and dangerous as missing a bar and child could get their head stuck.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good basic bach for a short stay
Good basic bach for a short stay, complete with a neighbourhood cat. Comfortable beds. Quiet location down a driveway with a carport. Didn't need to use the fire but looked like it would pump out a good amount of heat and be great for drying out ski gear. Good communication from the owner. Well-priced.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sapphire S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grey Street
We thourgly enjoyed our stay at the house nice and cozy 😊 and a homely feeling highly recommended thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend away
Just a quiet off (ski) season weekend at Easter. Really great place that has a true old style Bach feel about it. Clean, tidy and unpretentious we really loved the stay here.

8/10 Good

Rob T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for our needs
Well set up Only a short stay for us Somehow we missed getting the locked box code but got sorted in the end. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Evans C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

4/10 Poor

Jeannie H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
very average accomadation, could do with a good spring clean,
adequate, cheap ,dont think it had been checked over between guests, moldy food in turned off fridge, smelly damp rags in laundry, mold round windows
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donal R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect accom
The house was accurately described on Bookabach. Well set up for our stay. Lounge, kitchen area and deck are roomy. Easy to find and an easy walk to the main street and the showgrounds. Perfect for our short stay in delightful Raetihi. Thoroughly recommended for budget accomodation. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Frances B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy bach
Basic little cottage. Perfect for the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021