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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Exterior detail
TV, books

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Rangataua railway cottage

Rangataua railway cottage.
This is the original Rangataua stationmasters cottage. Well positioned with a lovely outlook of the stunning Rangataua forest with the snowy Ruapehu peaks of Tahurangi and Girdlestone peaking over. Just 5 minutes drive to the mountain road and Ohakune junction.
If you don’t mind the odd passing train, this is a perfect base for snow adventure , bush walks and mountain biking.

Property manager

Simon

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Reusable cups

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 2:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Make sure all heaters and lights are tuned off
Check that all taps are firmly turned off, and that the water pump is not running (indicating that water is being released)
Please make sure that no food waste has been left in the landfill, Make sure that only specified recycling is left in the recycling bin (as per waste policy)

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Rangataua Railway Rangataua
Rangataua railway cottage Rangataua
Rangataua railway cottage Private vacation home
Rangataua railway cottage Private vacation home Rangataua

About the area

Map
Rangataua/Ohakune, Manawatu-Wanganui

What's nearby

  • Big Carrot - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Turoa Ski Area - 25 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Powderkeg Restaurant and Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Chocolate Eclair Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kings Ohakune - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Kebabs - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rangataua railway cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rangataua railway cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Rangataua railway cottage ?

Checkout is at 2:00 PM.

Where is Rangataua railway cottage located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Tongariro National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Big Carrot and Mountain Bike Station. Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Ohakune Disc Golf are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Rangataua railway cottage Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Great location and cheap. Nice views of Ruapehu. Beds not very comfortable but overall fine considering how cheap it was.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10

There was rat poop on table and around microwave. Dirty towels and that also only 2 towels provided even adter paying u separtely only for linen and towels.. Had to leave 2 days before even aftr paying.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

We had a pleasant stay at the property — cozy rooms, well-organized overall, and the location couldn’t be better. Everything was set up nicely, and it felt welcoming and comfortable. However, we did find a few areas that could be improved: some of the kitchen utensils weren’t clean, the kitchen setup could use a bit more organisation, and there was no shower gel provided. With a little more attention to these details, it would make for an even better experience.
Backside View.
Snow on my car!
7 am view with 0 degrees.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

We all really enjoyed staying at this house. It had everything we wanted and it was in a clean and tidy state. A Lovely location. The trains added to the enjoyment of staying there.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024