Located in Raetihi, this lodge is in the mountains. St Joseph's Church and Kawana Flour Mill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Raetihi Show Ground and Mangawhero River. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with horse riding, mountain biking, and hiking/biking trails.
Authentic Canadian log house with the view of Mount Ruapehu
Two fantastic living areas – an open plan lounge complete with dining table and eight chairs, woodburner, 42" television with freeview, movies, and pool table opening onto large verandah with mountain views leading to outdoor five seater spa. The kitchen is well equipped with large walk in pantry, fridge/freezer, microwave , nespresso coffee machine, wall oven and sink with plenty of bench and cupboard space. Complimentary continental breakfast with homemade crumpets and raspberry jam. A separate breakfast room with table, bench seats, and under stair fireplace with sunny morning aspect is under the mezzanine ‘kids lounge’, perfect for their own space complete with bins of k'nex, duplo, lego, books and puzzles for those rainy days. With the mezzanine sleeping loft of 1 Queen, 1 Double bed, 2 single beds, 1 king single and lounge area, additional small balcony mezzanine with one single, and two separate bedrooms with one queen, one with ensuite, both with wall mounted 'smart' tvs for streaming netflix etc, there is plenty of room for your group. Dog sitting and walking services are available by arrangement. This is an amazing gated hillside property, beautifully landscaped with ornamental ponds and plenty of space and privacy; across the road from a lovely river walk. Plenty of room for dogs to roam. Dogs are restricted to hard floor areas downstairs. Charges for dogs are $20/dog per stay, $30 for two dogs. Check out at 10 am, and check in at 2pm. Log Lodge is only 10 minutes to Ohakune township, then 20 minutes up a forest road to Turoa ski field or 30 minutes around to Whakapapa ski field. A shuttle service, Ruapehu Connections, operates from Raetihi to Ohakune. Special conditions: Up to two dogs are allowed but must be kept confined to the property. They have seven hectares to roam in, but there are sheep on neighbouring properties. Dogs are only allowed on the hard floor areas downstairs in the house. There is a sheltered, covered deck area suitable for dog beds/crates etc. We charge $20/dog per stay, and $25/dog per day for dog sitting
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 20021857ha
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Frequently asked questions
Is Authentic Canadian log house with the view of Mount Ruapehu pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Authentic Canadian log house with the view of Mount Ruapehu ?
As of Sep 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Authentic Canadian log house with the view of Mount Ruapehu on Dec 6, 2026 start from $181, 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 Authentic Canadian log house with the view of Mount Ruapehu ?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Authentic Canadian log house with the view of Mount Ruapehu ?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Authentic Canadian log house with the view of Mount Ruapehu located?
Situated in the mountains, this lodge is within a 15-minute walk of The Dinosaur House and Ratana Church. Raetihi Show Ground is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.
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