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Comfortable house to rent for your skiing holiday.

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Front of Bach
Summer
Winter
Summer activities - Tama lakes
Lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Fireplace
  • Living area

Explore the area

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Raetihi, Raeitihi
  • Place, The Dinosaur House
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ratana Church
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Raetihi Show Ground
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Room

+2
2 Twin Bunk Beds, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Child Bed

Lounge

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Comfortable house to rent for your skiing holiday.

Cosy retreat in a rural setting, with views of Mt Ruapehu. Great for skiing at Turoa (25mins) or Whakapapa (45 mins).
An ideal base for trout fishing at Ruaititi Domain or other local rivers, exploring Tongariro and Whanganui National Parks eg. Tongariro Crossing or kayaking the Whanganui River. Lots of other great walks and activities. Golf at the picturesque Waimarino Golf Course (18 holes) where visitors are welcome. Ten minutes to restaurants / bars and shopping at Ohakune or 1 minute to local shops and cafes in Raetihi or simply relax in the quiet rural setting.
Special conditions:
Pillows and extra bedcovers provided. Bring your own linen and sleeping bags, duvets etc. Stocked pantry but please replace what you use. A minimum charge of two nights applies, and you can request a late check out of 6pm if required and there is no immediate follow-on booking.
Special vetting and pricing apply for Mardi Gras weekend booking requests.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean and leave the house tidy for the next guests; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels); The bach is not serviced accommodation.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 3:00 PM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20005875ha
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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Raetihi

Located in Raetihi, this vacation home is in a rural area. St Joseph's Church and Kawana Flour Mill are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waimarino Golf Club and Ohakune Disc Golf. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain climbing nearby.
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Raetihi, Raeitihi

What's nearby

  • The Dinosaur House - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ratana Church - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Raetihi Show Ground - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 15 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 44 min drive - 68.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Angel Louise - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coach Cafe Raetihi - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable house to rent for your skiing holiday. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfortable house to rent for your skiing holiday.?

As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfortable house to rent for your skiing holiday. on May 17, 2026 start from $78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Comfortable house to rent for your skiing holiday.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable house to rent for your skiing holiday.?

Check-out is at 3:00 PM.

Where is Comfortable house to rent for your skiing holiday. located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Dinosaur House and Ratana Church. Raetihi Show Ground is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect and easy to access, with very clear instructions. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. There were plenty of beds and blankets for everyone, and a fully equipped kitchen for cooking. The kids loved the Dinosaur House, which was only a 10-minute walk from the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Raymond L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely private location. Warm fire. Great base to explore the area. Host was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna W.

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

Great stay

Great house, comfortable, and well equipped. Great spot for kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo M.

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

Great stay

Great place to stay for our biking trip into Bridge to Nowhere. Very family friendly with comfortable beds and well maintained. Just perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alec V.

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

Wonderful

Clean professional and overall very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A warm and comfortable stay. Well set up. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fully equipped house with cool 70s decor and lots of beds. Very quiet with lovely countryside all around. Close to shops, dinosaur museum. Host very quick to communicate and resolved a minor issue very well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liam P.

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

Great secluded get away

We enjoyed our stay, everthing you need. Go to the Dinosaur museum, great for the little ones. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

martie m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Small town. Very quiet and beautiful sight seeing.

The property overall is farm like.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda J.

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

Family Catchup

Suited our requirements - local to catch up with family. Had all amenities required. Cosy cottage. Nice to have a fireplace available.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eilah D.

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

Bach review

Great little bach to stay at, easy communication with the property manager and the bach fitted expectations wonderfully!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

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

Nice cosy old school batch

Great little old school batch real lovely once you get the fire on
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Masturah M.

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

Exceeds every expectation!

This was our first time staying in a Bach and it has exceeded every single one of our expectations! Kelvin the property manager was so kind and easy to communicate with regarding all our questions. The Bach is incredibly spacious and homely, the fireplace keeps everything nice and toasty, and the facilities were all well kept and tidy. The view of Ruapehu and the stars at night can’t be beaten. We had a wonderful time, would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Brenna W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Um... I might think twice

The kitchen and bathroom were clean and the host was pretty responsive when we had a problem. That's about where the positives ended. Let's start by clarifying that we arrived after it had gotten dark. We had to come up a gravel drive that was really more of a grassy hill, and my husband had to get out and open a gate, and we almost got stuck when I stopped on the other side to let him back in. We ended up having to walk around the house with my phone light to find the lock box because it was on the far side of the building. We get inside and there's no power or water, cause we have to turn them on. In the dark. Thankfully I read ahead and brought our own sheets, but the vague smell from the carpet and furniture gave us "never been cleaned" vibes. Perhaps it's a cultural difference, but I definitely wouldn't stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 7, 2025
I am sorry that our traditional kiwi bach did not meet the expectations of our US visitors. However, I would point out that the information that we provide to all our guest (before they arrive), clearly states that the bach is not serviced accommodation, it is located in a quiet rural area, and there is a need to turn both the water and power on. It was the guest’s choice to arrive after dark. Further, the bach is a family holiday home built to provide Skiing accommodation, and during the ‘shoulder’ seasons it remains empty for long periods. The family reside in Wellington, but have regular ‘working bees’ to maintain & clean the bach and stock firewood for the winter months
Verified

6/10 Okay

Reece W.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
We had an enjoyable stay. Would not hesitate to stay again. Very cozy and warm. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kapitorina H.

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

Loved it

Great home, thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua T.

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

Classic kiwi batch loved it very warm

Yip
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus W.

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

Was grate stay will be back

Good experience very well explained where everything was and what was going on thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Makayla D.

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

Great place to stay

We had a great time here. It was really warm and quiet !! And not too far away from Ohakune.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikala J.

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

Weekend away

House was nice and warm with very cold weather, beds were comfy. Was renting to do a few local hikes but weather changed that so day trip to Taupo instead which property was still close enough to Do this. A++ property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Manganuioteao fishing trip

Great way to get away for a few days, easy experience booking the house. A lovely quiet spot just on the edge of town, and had everything we needed. Thanks Kelvin, we might just come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Idelette v.

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

Snow visit

It was easy to quickly warm up the house after we've been on the snow the whole day. Plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great wee bach

This was a great wee bach to stay in while we skied for a few days. It's basic but had everything we needed and was great for the price. The fireplace kept us toasty warm. The only downside was that the shower ran out of hot water quite quickly each day (yes, the power switch to tank was on) and we aren't used to such low pressure water. But otherwise it was great and met our needs. Also, nobody was booked after us so we were allowed a 6pm checkout which was much appreciated. We would definitely book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Thanks

Good comfy property, good price, thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kiwi As

We enjoyed our stay and will be back. Loved the fire and location. Perfect for us. Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by kelvth980

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Family owned property

Why they chose this property

Close to Mt Ruapehu for skiing and walking and close to many hunting areas. A great stop off place if travelling north or south.

What makes this property unique

Large section with plenty of room for kids to run around.

Languages:

English

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