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Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu

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A snow-covered residential area with houses and a sign for 'Powderhorn'.
A room with a wood-burning stove, a bookshelf, and a framed landscape painting.
A kitchen with a stove, sink, and a window with blinds.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a bowl on the table, and curtains on the windows.
A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Tongariro National Park
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ohakune, Manawatu-Wanganui
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mountain Bike Station
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohakune Old Coach Road
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

4 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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 and cats less than 55 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9765759ha
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Ohakune

Ohakune is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Mount Ruapehu.
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Ohakune, Manawatu-Wanganui

What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mountain Bike Station - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Big Carrot - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Kebabs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Ohakune Tavern - ‬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 55 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu?

As of Aug 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu on Nov 1, 2026 start from $187, 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 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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Located at the gateway to Mt Ruapehu located?

Situated in Ohakune, this vacation 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 mi (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Iwikau Ski Club

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This house is owned by Iwikau ski club. The club has three properties on and around Mount Ruapehu.
We are a family friendly club that promotes winter sport in the Ruapehu area.
If you would like to join the club to use our facilities all year round please see the club's website for more information.
www.iwikau.com
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