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Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa

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A room with a wooden floor, a sofa with patterned cushions, a small wooden table, and a bed with a white blanket.
A bathroom with a shower curtain featuring a blue and green fish pattern, a metal towel rack, and a white wall.
A small, cozy room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with a small refrigerator, a kettle, a wooden shelf with a slow cooker, a fire extinguisher, and a clock on the wall.
A clear turquoise lake surrounded by rocky terrain.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an onsite pool table.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony or patio
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Raurimu, Central Plateau
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Fishers Track
    ‪13 min drive‬

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);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 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 # 20004335
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
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

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 hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Raurimu, Central Plateau

What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Fishers Track - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Raurimu Spiral - 18 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve - 18 min drive - 18.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnapps Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Spiral Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Camo Kai Takeaway - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa on 8 Mar 2027 start from £73, 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 at Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa located?

Situated on a river, this chalet is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Raurimu Spiral and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tongariro National Park and Fishers Track. Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park and Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Julie@Haven

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