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Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru

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A white door with a glass panel, a mailbox, and a number '33' on the wall.
A white building with a grey roof, number 33, and a black gate with the same number.
A two-story house with a garage, a driveway, and a lawn.
A single-story house with a front porch, a door, and a small outdoor seating area with two chairs and a table.
A living room with a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Free internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Waiouru, Waiouru
  • Place, National Army Museum Te Mata Toa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Turoa Ski Area
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Lounge

1 Double Futon

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Single Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Waiouru

Located in Waiouru, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ohakune Disc Golf and Mountain Bike Station are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rangataua Forest and Mt Stewart Reserve. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Waiouru, Waiouru

What's nearby

  • National Army Museum Te Mata Toa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 12 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 33 min drive - 37.6 km
  • Waitonga Falls Walk Trailhead - 44 min drive - 50.9 km
  • Turoa Ski Area - 50 min drive - 56.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pen Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Aldo's Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rustic Eating House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fastlane Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪WO's & SNCO's Mess - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru?

As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru on 31 Oct 2026 start from £117, 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 Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from National Army Museum Te Mata Toa and within 20 miles (32 km) of Rangataua Forest and Big Carrot. Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Ohakune Disc Golf are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy place to stay for a night or a week. comfortable beds. View to the mountains is a wonderful sight on a clear day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location, family friendly and helpful host!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved to come back in 2027, thanks for having us again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very hospitable and pleasant stay...clean, tidy and a great view if the mountain.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cozy place to stay with a great view of Ruapehu. Host was very accommodating, would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed our stay and will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay with nice view.

Excellent stay & nice view.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We had a great stay, really clean and tidy, property has all that is needed. Thanks so much for the hospitality, it was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family friendly accommodation

Spacious holiday house close to the ski fields. Beautiful views and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very lovely stay. We felt very at home at how cozy the place is. Even if the house is at the side of a highway, it’s very quiet. The view is just amazing. The kids loved looking at it from both inside the house and the backyard. We will definitely be staying here again when we’re back at the area.I couldn’t recommend it enough. Thank you Ross for hosting us.
Photo taken from the deck. This is the view on the property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house is really tidy clean and cozy, the view is amazing! Highly recommended to spend your time there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very warm welcome and great instruction, we will be back next year
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely warm and tidy house to stay

Warm and tidy. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

I will introduce to friends

Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent access, v.clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

This was central to all our activities wonderful place, would come again sometime
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overnight stay

Just stayed for one night on way to Wellington, accommodation was very comfortable and perfect location. Heat pump made the whole place nice and warm and the view of the mountain was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good location

Very nice hospitality and all the facilities provided. Host Mr.Ross very nice and kindful nature.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property

Really enjoyed our stay! it suited us well, plenty of room for parking, nice clean house. Communication was great and very flexible with our requests! Looking forward to staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great spot!

We really enjoyed our stay here! The house is very comfortable and full of lovely touches. The views were fabulous as well. We will be back again!! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely cozy cottage with spectacular views. The cottage has everything you need for a short or long stay. The kitchen is cook semi-chef level. Heaps to do in the area. Our highlights were hikes to see Falls and Gollum's Cave.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Thank you Ross. Amazing place to stay. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Experience

Really good arrangements and location of the property is pretty amazing. Ross is very courteous and welcoming. Would love to come back and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family weekend re Army Graduation

Overall very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cosy and comfortable

Easy to find, warm and comfortable. Ross lives next door, so was on site to welcome us when we arrived in the late evening.Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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