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Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park

Holiday home in Erua with kitchen and balcony

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Located near Tongariro National Park, Mountain Max's Lodge offers a peaceful rural retreat. Gather in the downstairs lounge with an in-built log fire or unwind on the sunny upstairs decking with views of Erua rainforest. The open-plan kitchen and dining area features a potbelly stove, ideal for self-contained stays.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

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

Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park

NOTE: We do not provide linen. Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to bring your own sleeping bag, pillow case and bath towels. We recommend a warm sleeping bag and slippers for your comfort.

We do not have WiFi for internet access.

Perfect for groups, Mountain Max's Lodge is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom dwelling in the historic mill town of Erua, 6 km South of National Park and adjacent to the Tongariro National Park. Enjoying a peaceful, rural location about 5 minutes drive from National Park township, Mountain Max's Lodge offers ideal self-contained accommodation for larger groups.

Mountain Max's Lodge includes a lounge downstairs with an in-built log fire, plus a sunny upstairs lounge that flows onto decking with views of the Erua rain forest and the North Island Main Trunk railway line. Downstairs, the open plan kitchen and dining area has a potbelly stove with wetback.

The 4 bedrooms are situated downstairs. Bedrooms 1 and 3 include 3 single bunk sets, while bedrooms 2 and 4 each have 2 single bunk sets.

Downstairs, there are 2 showers, 2 toilets and an automatic washing machine. A drying room is available for wet gear or lock up for storage.

This is an excellent group set up for mountain based activities, family reunions and educational or social getaways. Bring your mountain bikes and enjoy easy access to a range of new cycle trails including the Marton Sash and Door tramway and Fishers Track.

Mountain Max's Lodge is the ideal setting for groups looking to get away and explore Tongariro National Park!

Minimum 2 nights stay.

Smoking or vaping allowed outside only.




Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Mountain Max's Lodge Tongariro National Park
Mountain Max's Lodge Tongariro
Mountain Max's Tongariro National Park
Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park Erua

About the area

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National Park, Central North Island

What's nearby

  • Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 9 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 18 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 25 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Mangatepopo Trail Head - 30 min drive - 29.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnapps Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Macrocarpa Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Spiral Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Eivins Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Station - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Tongariro National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Old Coach Road Bike Trail and Raurimu Spiral are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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