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Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 5)
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchenette
About this property
Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa
Escape the city - Haven is an awesome place for you, and your kids, to experience a wicked range of outdoor activities. 20 minutes to Whakapapa ski field.
Clean, tidy and cosy, sleeps 5. Queen bed in bedroom, double sofabed and single divan in lounge. Duvets and pillows provided. The bathroom is in an adjacent wash-house. The kitchenette has double hotplates, a microwave, fridge, and Zip water heater, along with crockery, cutlery and cooking gear.
Come and make the most of the "Adventure Plateau", with Haven Cottage as your base.
Haven Cottage is nestled between the world heritage Tongariro National Park, Tongariro Forest Park, and Raurimu Scenic Reserve, and only a stones throw away from the Whanganui National Park, Haven offers an awesome base for your Central Plateau adventures.
Raurimu is home to the world famous Raurimu Spiral (you can watch the trains on the 2nd level from the front porch), and is only 20 mins to Whakapapa ski field, 40 mins to Turoa ski field, and about 20 mins to the nationally renowned Taumarunui Golf Course.
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is rated the best one day trek in New Zealand, and listed by many as one of the top-ten day treks in the world. Haven Cottage is the perfect base for the Crossing.
But wait, there's more (sorry, no Ginsu knives), Central Plateau offers the best mountain biking in the North Island (42nd Traverse, Fishers Track, John MacDonald Loop), skiing, snow boarding, mountain climbing, hot pools (Tokaanu), climbing wall, trout fishing, horse riding, quad biking, paintball, tramping, kayaking, rafting, scenic flights, natural history, hiking, canoeing, easy day walks, art and crafts, restaurants, pubs, Lord of the Rings filming locations, Waiouru Army Museum, Tongariro Crossing, summit climbs, bird watching, ... it's brilliant.
Special conditions:
Two night minimum stay.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
Clean, tidy and cosy, sleeps 5. Queen bed in bedroom, double sofabed and single divan in lounge. Duvets and pillows provided. The bathroom is in an adjacent wash-house. The kitchenette has double hotplates, a microwave, fridge, and Zip water heater, along with crockery, cutlery and cooking gear.
Come and make the most of the "Adventure Plateau", with Haven Cottage as your base.
Haven Cottage is nestled between the world heritage Tongariro National Park, Tongariro Forest Park, and Raurimu Scenic Reserve, and only a stones throw away from the Whanganui National Park, Haven offers an awesome base for your Central Plateau adventures.
Raurimu is home to the world famous Raurimu Spiral (you can watch the trains on the 2nd level from the front porch), and is only 20 mins to Whakapapa ski field, 40 mins to Turoa ski field, and about 20 mins to the nationally renowned Taumarunui Golf Course.
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is rated the best one day trek in New Zealand, and listed by many as one of the top-ten day treks in the world. Haven Cottage is the perfect base for the Crossing.
But wait, there's more (sorry, no Ginsu knives), Central Plateau offers the best mountain biking in the North Island (42nd Traverse, Fishers Track, John MacDonald Loop), skiing, snow boarding, mountain climbing, hot pools (Tokaanu), climbing wall, trout fishing, horse riding, quad biking, paintball, tramping, kayaking, rafting, scenic flights, natural history, hiking, canoeing, easy day walks, art and crafts, restaurants, pubs, Lord of the Rings filming locations, Waiouru Army Museum, Tongariro Crossing, summit climbs, bird watching, ... it's brilliant.
Special conditions:
Two night minimum stay.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Raurimu
Located in Raurimu, this chalet is in a rural area and on a river. Raurimu Spiral and Te Porere Redoubt are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fishers Track and Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby.

Raurimu, Central Plateau
What's nearby
- Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
- Fishers Track - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
- Raurimu Spiral - 8 min drive - 2.5 km
- Tongariro National Park - 10 min drive - 15.7 km
- Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve - 13 min drive - 18.7 km
Restaurants
- Schnapps Bar - 6 min drive
- Spiral Bar - 6 min drive
- Macrocarpa Cafe - 6 min drive
- AmyJade’s - 6 min drive
- Eivins Bar - 5 min drive
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Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
26 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
RoseMarie E.
17 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
RoseMarie E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aldea
3 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Aldea
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
4/10 Poor
Regan W.
5 Oct 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Regan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hellen N.
12 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility in Raurimu
Hellen N.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Daniel H.
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good little place
Daniel H.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Grace B.
16 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good small house
Grace B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Daniel H.
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good little place
Daniel H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Jacques D.
27 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Haven
Jacques D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
William B.
5 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snowboarding trip
William B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alejandro L.
11 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at cottage
Alejandro L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Darren M.
21 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot for a getaway
Darren M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
An K.
27 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getting away from it all
An K.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tatiana M.
30 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin
Tatiana M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rosalind C.
5 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and Cosy Little Cottage
Rosalind C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alyse H.
21 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for the tongariro crossing/skiing
Alyse H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Linda T.
14 Jul 2023
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Snow
Linda T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lois P.
8 Mar 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nostalgic
Lois P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian M.
17 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for ski weekends
Brian M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anna B.
9 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great wee bach.
Anna B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jay W.
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, peaceful
Jay W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Corrine Gail A.
14 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homey and Very Practical
Corrine Gail A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matthew H.
10 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiwiana as
Matthew H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
8/10 Good
Chris E.
12 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great communication
Chris E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nijole W.
11 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for the budget watchers
Nijole W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Julie@Haven
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