Skip to main content
Entire home

Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu

Holiday home with kitchen, 5-minute walk to Tongariro National Park

Photo gallery for Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu

Exterior - Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu (Ohakune)
Fireplace, stereo - Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu (Ohakune)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu (Ohakune)
Interior - Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu (Ohakune)
Interior - Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu (Ohakune)
Perched at the entrance to Mt Ruapehu, this cozy three-bedroom house offers a perfect base for summer and winter adventures. Explore the nearby Old Coach Rd cycle Trail, or simply unwind with family and friends in this charming self-contained home.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12168 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu

A cosy three bedroom self contained house sitting in a fantastic position at the entrance to Mt Ruapehu.
This house sits right next to the Powderhorn and offers a great base for both summer and winter activities.
A perfect location to finish the Old Coach Rd cycle Trail and just across the road from Maungawhero river make this the perfect base to start your adventure.
This house is owned by Iwikau ski Club and is used by club members over winter. We ask that guests follow the same guidelines as our members; that is you will need to provide your own sheets. Guests will also need to provided their own towels as there is no washing machine on site.
We ask that guests clean the house after use and dispose of rubbish and recycling.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,808 square feet

Similar properties

Exterior detail
Rata Retreat - Ohakune Holiday Home
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 1 review
Rata Retreat - Ohakune Holiday Home

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site 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 not indicated whether 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

About the area

Ohakune is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Mount Ruapehu.
Visit our Ohakune travel guideOpens in a new window
View more Holiday homes in OhakuneOpens in a new window
Map
Ohakune, Manawatu-Wanganui

What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mountain Bike Station - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Big Carrot - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Mountain Burgers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Mountain Rocks Cafe & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kombi Coffee - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu located?

Situated in Ohakune, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Tongariro National Park and Mountain Bike Station. Ohakune Disc Golf and Ohakune Old Coach Road are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
More informationOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location location

Perfect for our needs. Near to shops and at the foot of Ruapehu. Next door to excellent dining and bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harjinder P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location

Really nice. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight pit stop

Property was perfect for us to break our trip on a long journey.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melody T., Manurewa, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tia Tautuku whanau

Such a lovely warm home, dog friendly, also loved the fact that there was no tv as it let my family connect again & we got to bond with no tv so played cards & dice was so much fun & we will definitely return with more whanau
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023