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Summer and Ski Cottage

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A small, single-story house with a porch, a satellite dish, and a grill outside.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, kettle, sink, stove, and a coffee machine. There are two stools at the counter and a window with a view of greenery.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a chair. A kitchen is visible in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, two windows with curtains, a wall-mounted picture, and a view of the outdoors.
A single-story house with a car parked in front, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Raurimu, Manawatu-Wanganui
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Raurimu Spiral
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Raurimu

Located in Raurimu, this cottage is in the mountains 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Raurimu, Manawatu-Wanganui

What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Fishers Track - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Raurimu Spiral - 16 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 22 min drive - 27.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Schnapps Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Eivins Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪National Park Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Macrocarpa Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer and Ski Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Summer and Ski Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summer and Ski Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer and Ski Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summer and Ski Cottage located?

This family-friendly Raurimu cottage is located on a river, 2 mi (3.3 km) from Raurimu Spiral, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tongariro National Park and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve and Tawhai Falls are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, easy and affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic Kiwi bach! Loved it! Perfect location for our ski trip to Whakapapa. Had everything you need for a great long weekend. Great host communication, easy check in. Will stay again! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. Plenty of activities. Heat pump was awesome. Heating in rooms.Will book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little batch with all the necessary things needed for a getaway. It was also lovely and warm with their powerful heat pump as well. The water tap outside is closer to the road than expected, so we did struggle to find it in the dark. But all was fine once we found it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and cozy just what we were after

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2022
So pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was lovely and the communication with the owner was fast and effective. I can't complain we enjoy the staying.Just I would like to suggest to add the indications where to drop the rubbish, that'd be very handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly and helpful host. Property was homely with great amenities and so peaceful. Location ideal for the National Park. Shop, fuel and restaurants 5 minutes drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2025
So pleased you enjoyed your stay. We would welcome you back. Kind regards Liz and Grant
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay

Great clean house, awesome host
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and convenient stay.

We enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for comfortable accommodation in a convenient location close to Mt Ruapehu.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2022
So pleased you enjoyed your stay and got to experience the snow
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cottage. It was clean and the beds were very comfortabel. There were a lot of games and childrens toys. We had everything for a carefree stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2025
So pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home.

Tidy, cozy cottage well located for attractions nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2023
Thank you, Naveen. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and our cottage. Kind regards, Liz and Grant.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2023
Thanks for that. Pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage

Nice cozy cottage near to Whakapapa, had a great time, will come back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2024
Thanks for that. You are welcome next year 😊 kind regards, Liz and Grant
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place

Nice and beautiful cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2022
So pleased you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Raurimu stay

Awesome location and great cottage. Rail history is fascinating and location is close enough jump off point for the Alpine Crossing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our second stay

We highly recommend this cottage as a cosy, clean place to stay. No hassles with booking or contact with owner (lovely people) that a flexible to your needs. 10 out of 10 Thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2023
What a lovely review, thank you. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards, Liz and Grant
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Lovely Place to Stay

Lovely, clean house in a relaxing location. Highlight was the daily sightings of a pair of blue ducks in the stream across the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2023
So pleased you enjoyed your stay … and that you got to see the whio.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cottage

Wicked cool little place perfect for or snow trip weekend stay. Thankfully has plenty of heating to keep the place well warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
So pleased you enjoyed your stay and got some skiing in. Kind regards, Liz
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay!

What a great property! Very comfortable, well-stocked, and in a perfect location. Quiet and peaceful, plus we saw two whio in the nearby stream. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2023
Thank you for that wonderful review and yes, so pleased you got to see those whio and enjoyed your stay at our cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning and restful

Absolutely loved our stay. Such a cosy cottage with everything we needed. Would def like to return and recommend. Great location close to the snow and local walks
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2022
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay - it is such a lovely, peaceful spot. Thank you also for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy for the next guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage

A lovely cute cottage. Nice and clean and very responsive host
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2024
So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards, Liz
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely little cottage

Thank you for a lovely stay. We had everything we needed, lots of information on things to do in the area, and great communication from the hosts. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2023
Thank you for that lovely review. Pleased you enjoyed your stay. We would welcome you back again. Kind regards, Liz
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect relaxing space

This space is very well appointed, all the kitchen equipment was good quality and everything we needed for a lovely stay was there. An unpretentious lovely 'bach' feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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