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Along the river, this vacation home accommodates 5 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It features 2 bicycles and games for entertainment. Enjoy outdoor areas like the patio and deck, while nearby activities include birdwatching, mountain biking, and hiking. The property is pet-friendly and offers access to nearby golf and skiing.
Highlights
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Welcome to the ‘Grumpy Trout Lodge’! Your cosy, modern home away from home on State Highway One, 5 minutes driving distance South of Turangi where you will find all amenities, cafes and restaurants. This is a high quality accommodation, specifically built for your ultimate comfort and experience. The #outdoors is on our #doorstep. Choose your activity. We are in the midst of it!
Featuring underfloor heating in the entrance way and both bathrooms. Open plan living with modern, quality kitchen and dining, as well as a cosy lounge area with fire place. Two bedrooms with king size beds that can be converted into comfortable singles and a sofa bed in the entrance area for the extra person or guest. Whatever your activity, The ‘Grumpy Trout’ is only minutes away from the action; fly fishing, mountain biking or tramping. Red Hut Bridge Pool and the Tongariro River walking and biking trail are within walking distance. A mere 45 minutes’ drive to Tongariro National Park with walking tracks catering for all capabilities, and the same distance to Whakapapa Ski Field for all those winter activities. For the more adventuresome, the beginning of the Tongariro Alpine crossing is 20 minutes from the front gate. To make your experience extra special there will always be plenty of firewood. Outside is a covered fish cleaning and fish smoking area. Wifi is provided by Starlink. In the lounge, a TV-monitor and a DVD-player for movie nights with a generous DVD librarywhere. Chrome casting and TV is not available.
We are happy to welcome your pets (as in dogs), but as a courtesy, please consult with us beforehand. We do have a dog ourselves, Ziggy, a huntaway x. There is no kennel available for outdoor dogs. Our property has got a 30 meter deer fence towards State HighwayOne. Surrounding the rest of the property is a stock-standard wire-fence 90cm high with gaps of 25x33 cm. A very agile dog could jump it. Small, slim and curious dogs could get through it. When vehicles enter or leave the property, any pet needs to be managed.
During long weekends, we prefer a booking of a minimum of 3 days, and during Christmas and New Year, 4 days.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No shoes inside please.
Please lock gate when leaving the property.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 7472079
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Rangipo
Located in Rangipo, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Tongariro River Rafting and River Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tongariro National Park and Tokaanu Thermal Pools. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
Tongariro National Trout Centre - 1 min drive - 2.6 km
Tongariro National Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Taupō Hot Springs - 39 min drive - 66.4 km
Huka Falls - 49 min drive - 83.2 km
Whakapapa Ski Area - 53 min drive - 63.3 km
Getting around
Taupō Airport (TUO) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
Hydro Eatery - 4 min drive
Thyme For Food - 4 min drive
The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - 4 min drive
Hare & Copper - 7 min drive
Delta Coffee - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin! located?
This family-friendly Rangipo holiday home is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Tongariro National Park and Tongariro National Trout Centre. Tongariro River Rafting is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Ylva Maxwell
Hi I am Ylva! Sailed into Opua in the early morning of December 3rd, 1993, greeted by a pod of Orcas. I never left! Married to Jonathan, and we are currently residing outside Turangi where we run The Grumpy Trout Lodge. I am a teacher, teaching Food Technology and Nutrition. Some of my interests and passions naturally centers around food; growing, cooking, and eating. I am also an artist with fibre art and painting being my specialty areas.
Why they chose this property
We both love this area for everything it has got to offer; fishing, hunting, rafting, mountain biking, hiking. The Grumpy Trout sits in the midst of it with the Tongariro River just a 'stone's throw' away, Turangi 'central' a short drive, and every other activity in the neighbourhood.
What makes this property unique
The only neighbour is us! Easy acces from SH1, and every other activity or amenity within a short drive (or walk - Red Hut Bridge) from us.