This is an old Mill House converted to a ski lodge on a quarter acre section with spectacular views of Mount Ruapehu.The ideal set up is great for 2 families for an Adventure on the Volcanic Plateau or a group wanting comfortable practical accommodation as a base 15 minutes from Whakapapa Ski Field, the start of 42 Traverse and Tongariro Crossing. This cosy bach has a Kent fire which quickly warms up the house and keeps you warm. The gas hot water means there is always a quick supply of hot water and the house now has a brand new bathroom with toilet , shower and vanity in the main bathroom and in second bathroom is a toilet and small vanity. This is all BRAND NEW. Plenty of dry firewood is stored in the attached workshed which is set up for ski/board tuning . A mud room and drying room complete the ideal set up for outdoor activities. Board games, darts and Sky TV with My Sky mean when the weather lets you down you can make your own entertainment or be entertained. The house in McKenzie St is a short stroll from the Railway Station, Cafes and Ski/Snowboard Rental Shops. SPECIAL CONDITIONS Smoking allowed outside only. Duvets provided for all beds including the 8 bunks. Provide your own linen (sheets and pillow slips) or alternately bring sleeping bags. Pillows provided for all beds(bring your own pillow slips) Bedroom 2 is two single beds which can be pushed together to make a King.
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);
Property manager
Dave Webb
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number SEC 4 BLK VI WAIMARINO TN
About the area
National Park Village
National Park Village is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Mount Ruapehu. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing.
National Park, National Park
What's nearby
Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Tongariro National Park - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 16.1 km
Whakapapa Ski Area - 21 min drive - 23.0 km
Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 25 min drive - 33.9 km
Getting around
Taupo (TUO) - 78 min drive
Restaurants
Schnapps Bar - 8 min walk
Macrocarpa Cafe - 9 min walk
Eivins Bistro Bar - 10 min walk
The Station Cafe and Restaurant - 4 min walk
Basekamp - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful Volcanic Plateau-NationalPark-(Waimarino) Bear Mountain Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Volcanic Plateau-NationalPark-(Waimarino) Bear Mountain Lodge?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Volcanic Plateau-NationalPark-(Waimarino) Bear Mountain Lodge?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Volcanic Plateau-NationalPark-(Waimarino) Bear Mountain Lodge located?
This family-friendly National Park Village holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Tongariro National Park and Raurimu Spiral are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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We have enjoyed our stay at the premises. It was so cosy, a very warm house during our winter stay. The host are very kind and very helpful. We definitely will return back there inthe future. Thanks very much Dave and Dale.
They place was wonderfully comfortable. All the bed were very comfy, all with electric blankets. The place was warm with the fire. It had everything we needed and we very much enjoyed our stay. Would definitely stay there again. The drying room was particularly welcome after the rainy hike we had on our first day.
This was the perfect place to be based for any activity around National Park. Accommodated our 3 families easily.
Loved the kitchen, fireplace and lounge area for chilling out and laughing. Gas water shower bonus after the Tongariro crossing. Would stay again.
A classic type Bach with an addition of a new bathroom and gas hot water. Lots of firewood and nice to have a drying room available too. Hosts were very nice and helpful, especially when I had lots of issues with the VRBO app. Great location.
Very clean and warm house with comfortable beds and everything we needed. Kids loved the bunkers and the cute glass roof with a great view of the moon. Bathroom was great with wonderful shower. Great location too.
We arrived on Saturday and drove up the mountain with the kids and then hired some gear from Ski Biz before heading up again on a Sunday, we got so snow up the top and no one was injured. Teenagers and 10yr olds all had lessons which they thoroughly enjoyed, this house has a fire which we absolutely loved and it's such a chill relaxed place to stay - we loved it!!
What was great:
Comms with the owner; cute kiwi old school cottage with a lovely view of Ruapehu, the new bathroom & 2 loos made all the difference, great shower pressure, everything we needed, clean & tidy.
What could improve:
Replace the broken outdoor chair on the verandah.
Thanks for a super stay :)
Fantastic house for skiing, was easily able to accommodate myself and my friends and was a great location with good facilities that was close to the mountain
This is a quirky little cottage in National Park. A short drive to all the beauties of Tongariro. Two toilets and a fantastic shower made a large group stay easier. Owners easy to talk too and very accommodating. Thanks Dale we enjoyed our stay.
Great place as a base for the crossing. Clean and tidy, awesome shower and toilet area. Heaps of fire wood and great fire. Big screen TV with sky and comfy couch was great.
Toasty warm beds.
Retired P E Teacher. Family keen on skiing and Boarding. Great times in house with kids and grand kids one pictured above at Turoa , Labour Weekend 2019.
Why they chose this property
Sleeps 2 families easily. Brand new bathrooms, Cosy, classic, kiwi bach . Practical and functional for groups with the drying room , ski tuning area and dry, accessable wood stored inside the work room.
What makes this property unique
Close to Tongariro Crossing (15min ), Whakapapa (20min ) and Turoa (45min) ski Fields. Can ride over the train track from the house and do Fischers Track or ride alongside the rail tracks for 10 minutes and then ride Martin, Sash and Door ride in the Erua Forest. The Old Coach Ride is 10 minutes away by car and the 42 Traverse ride 15 minutes
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests