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Tongariro Crossing Accomodation - Family Adventure

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fireplace, books, video library
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 1095 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Raurimu, Central Plateau
  • Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park
    8 min drive
  • Tongariro National Park
    11 min drive
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing
    30 min drive

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About the area

Raurimu

Located in Raurimu, this vacation home is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. .This vacation home is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Tongariro National Park and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park - 11 min drive
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 17 min drive
  • Taranaki Falls - 18 min drive
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 27 min drive
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnapps Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Macrocarpa Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Eivins Bistro Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Station Cafe and Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Basekamp - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tongariro Crossing Accomodation - Family Adventure

Welcome to our charming 100-year-old cottage in Raurimu—ideal for families, couples, and adventurers alike! Alongside its unique history and cozy ambiance, the cottage offers a wood-fired hot tub that comfortably seats six, perfect for a relaxing soak after a day of adventure. Just 20 minutes from the ski field and close to the iconic Tongariro Alpine Crossing, this is a perfect base to explore the area. Enjoy modern comforts, spacious rooms, a large yard for kids, and the charm of a fireplace for a truly memorable stay!

Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Known as one of the best day hikes in the world, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is an unforgettable adventure through stunning volcanic landscapes. Our accommodation provides the perfect base for families looking to explore this iconic trek. We can arrange guided tours and shuttles to ensure you have a stress-free experience, making it easy to take in the incredible scenery and enjoy a full day of hiking without worrying about logistics.

Accommodations
Three bedrooms—two with queen beds and one with three bunk beds (six single beds in total), perfect for accommodating larger groups.
A spacious main living area with comfortable seating, ideal for relaxation and family time.
Fully equipped kitchen with everything you need to prepare home-cooked meals.
A dedicated workspace in one of the bedrooms, perfect for remote work or study.

Unique Features
Historic Charm: Our cottage is over 100 years old, adorned with antiques that lend a museum-like ambiance, perfect for those who appreciate history.
Fireplace: The heart of the home, the fireplace provides warmth and can also be used as an oven, adding to the cozy atmosphere.
Outdoor Fun: A large yard with a children's playhouse, swing set, see-saw, and a rope swing in the majestic oak tree. Plenty of space for parking or camping.
Relaxation Spots: A bar leaner next to the woodshed overlooks the yard—ideal for sipping a glass of wine while watching the children play. Enjoy a BBQ on the deck or sip your coffee in the sunny breakfast spot.
Family-Friendly: With amenities and space tailored for families, our cottage ensures both kids and adults have a memorable stay.

Seasonal Appeal
Winter Wonderland: Perfect for winter visits, being just 20 minutes to the ski field, with a cozy fireplace to return to after a day on the slopes.
Summer Retreat: Also ideal for summer vacations, whether you are looking for mountain biking trails, conquering the Tongariro Alpine Crossing or discovering local waterfalls. Lots of fun and adventure to be had!

Book your stay at our Raurimu Cottage for an unforgettable experience blending cozy comforts and historical charm. Whether you're here for the skiing, the scenery, or simply to relax, our home is your perfect base.

PLEASE NOTE:
Bedding and towels can be provided for an additional fee of $20 per guest. If you’d like to add this to your stay, just send us a message after your booking is confirmed.

Fireplace:
The cozy three-bedroom home is easily kept toasty with the large fireplace in the heart of the living room. Throughout the winter, this fireplace not only warms the home but heats the water and radiators.
Plenty of firelighting materials and firewood will be provided.

Trains:
The property borders the train tracks, a delightful feature for train enthusiasts. While passing trains may cause a bit of a rumble, it adds a unique touch of character to your stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Sienna

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privelages

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • 3 steps to reach property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Golf on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Unit size: 1023 sq ft (95 sq m)

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

Pets not 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tongariro Cottage Cute Rustic old World Charm House Raurimu
Tongariro Cottage Cute Rustic old World Charm House
Tongariro Cottage Cute Rustic old World Charm Raurimu
Tongariro Cottage Cute Rustic old World Charm
Tongariro Cute Rustic old Wor
Tongariro Cottage, Cute and Rustic old World Charm Raurimu

Tongariro Crossing Accomodation - Family Adventure Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 144 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louise L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great break away
We really our stay at this very cosy cottage. Great fire place with plenty of wood to burn. Being so near to the Raurimu Spiral for train, National Park for supplies and rock climbing and Mt Rhapehu was excellent. Our party of 10 were most comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property and gorgeous historical house
House was clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Character Filled Property
Warm, cozy, and very practical. loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hanle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend
House was comfortable and had everything we needed for a quick break. Location is great. We had a lot of fun in the snow. We had two trains passing during the night. The only criticism would be that we would have loved to take a warm shower after returning from the snow, but the water took very long to heat up from the fire.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay
Hibestly petfect is the only word i can use. Me and my family adored our stay and the hosts were awesome. We definitely will be rebooking throughout the year for future holidays in the area. Thanks so much for the memories we were able to make thanks to this trip
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay
My friend and I were very comfortable in this house end of August during a very wet week. Was very clean and we were surprised how warm we kept in it. Great log fire. Very well equipped kitchen. Very comfortable beds. Great location for us, we walked, mountain biked, skied and dined out at local hotel restaurant. Short drive to well stocked four square for anything you’d need.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yulia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and immaculate.
A beautiful and immaculate place to stay! Comfortable beds, plenty of space. Stylish kitchen with all you need. Easy communication with the host. We will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
A fantastic break away with the family. Great communication with owners and easy to deal with. Will definitely be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marius T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
Perfect place for a two night stay, no TV, kids had fun and great living area inside. Great location for going to the snow and other local attractions. Will definately go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Would definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Finnley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming old world gem in funky valley!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

wotgoes

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Have been coming here for 4 years now and love it every time. Little bit of a miss communication about arival time this time around. 1st.coms was arrive at 4pm then instruction per email said arrival time 2pm. Then we arrived at 2pm and the cleaner/ owner said 3pm..all in all great stay was there claen
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tongariro Cottage
Excellent property - we love this property have stayed here several times and always enjoy our time here. Loved the recent work that has been done on the property. It was super clean and tidy all throughout loved the kitchen and the playground area looks great too (not that we needed it). We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

J M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual snow trip
Amazing property, the owners have put a lot of thought into the decorating and making it child friendly with an awesome playhouse and other activities. Our 2 year old loved seeing all the toot toots :D Very comfortable 3 nights here in winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenice T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house
We had a really nice stay. I was worried about getting cold but there was a really good woodburner with heaps of dry wood- didnt even need kindling to light it. We were so warm. The house was clean, modern and comfortable, with comfy beds. I liked the decor and having a clothes dryer was very appreciated! We will definitely be back to stay here next time we go to the snow. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely relaxing stay
Brilliant property, wished we’d been able to stay longer. Comfortable and relaxing. Great location for walking and biking
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kohei

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome cottage! But need sheets ! Definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you for having us
This was our second time. We love the place, the space, the trains and the memorabilia. Watching the trains go through was a total highlight for my dad, the kids played badminton in the garden and we did some beautiful walks in National Park. A great place for the whole family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a good stay
Nice and cosy. Well set up. Cool place to see Raurimu spiral
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
great stay
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Åsa P., Raumati South, Kapiti Coast

Liked: Cleanliness
Different & memorable! Will come back!
We loved it! Cosy, rustic & so quiet, but then, exciting when a train came by (not too often) Comfortable beds & couches. Great value for money!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Zoe S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Staying at this house is a memorable experience
This house has a very large collection of antiques on display. Felt like we were stepping back in time and the kids loved it, such a good learning experience for them seeing all old things that people used in the olden days. Cozy house. Massive yard for the kids to play soccer and run around. I personally don't think it would be safe to bring toddlers here because the train track is just off the boundary & not fenced.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and comfortable cottage
Great place with lots of character. Perfect to base ourselves and drive short distance to National Park for shuttle to Whakapapa skiing. Comfy couches to curl up on in front of fire. Night trains obvious
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Tongariro Cottage
This is a great property to stay, full of character and very comfortable. Great location, lovely outlook and peaceful (apart from the odd train that rumbles through).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, great value
Loved the bach and location. Light sleepers might not appreciate proximity of train line, but for us was another unique element that added to the charm. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023