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Cozy Railway Cottage

Family-friendly cottage in Rangataua

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House front
Kitchen
Fireside
Kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Big Carrot
  • Place, Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
  • Place, Ohakune Old Coach Road

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Railway Cottage

This Cozy Railway Cottage is nestled in the tranquil rural hamlet of Rangataua which is 5 minutes from Ohakune Township/Junction and the Mountain Road. It has heaps of character and warmth with all the firewood and heating you require.Situated on the edge of the Rangataua forest walking, mountain bike tracks and a horse riding school are right on the doorstep. Full kitchen facilities,endless amounts of hot water lazy boy chairs and lots of board games for those stay at home days. Broadband fibre internet TV with Chromecast. The Large kitchen area separate lounge and a large flat sunny section make it an ideal base for families with children:

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
2 nights minimum stay.
3 nights minimum stay during Public holiday/ Mardi Gras weekends.
Prices quoted for up to 2 persons extra persons $20 per person per night.
Infants under 2 free.
Dogs by appointment only.
Porta cot and highchair available.

NOTE:
We don’t charge a cleaning fee but Under Kiwi Bach tradition you are expected to clean and tidy the house and leave it as found ready for the next guests. $100 returnable bond is payable directly to the owner after booking.

BYO Linen towels/sheets/pillowcases

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs by appointment only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number 20001957HA

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rangataua

Rangataua is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Ohakune Old Coach Road, while The Dinosaur House and National Army Museum Te Mata Toa are cultural highlights. Consider Raetihi Show Ground for a night out or Ohakune Disc Golf if you're travelling with kids. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Ohakune, Central Plateau

What's nearby

  • Big Carrot - 4 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Turoa Ski Area - 22 min drive - 27.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Big Mountain Burgers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lemongrass Thai Cuisine - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kombi Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Railway Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Railway Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Railway Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Railway Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Railway Cottage located?

Located in Rangataua, this family-friendly cottage is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Tongariro National Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ohakune Disc Golf and Ohakune Old Coach Road. Big Carrot and Mountain Bike Station are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 151 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 151 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was awesome had the besr time, will do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sally D.

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

Holiday

Had a lovely stay in the homely cottage. Loved the roomy kitchen with fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Turoa is rocking

Perfect! We love it so cosy and fun spaces to keep everyone entertained Easy access to Turoa.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew H.

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

Cozy cottage

Great host great communication. Fire was on for us when we arrived. Cozy little house
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Amber R., Heretaunga

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Railway cottage

Three days of solid rain but we were cosy and warm. Open fire was lovely. Trains passing at the doorstep! Handy location just minuites from Ohakune.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D., Auckland - Auckland City

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

Cosy Indeed - Peaceful and Relaxing

Wonderfully laid out and organised, charming and authentic bach. Good communication with the owner and agent led to a great stay. The instructions and information in the bach are helpful and clear, and there are so many nice touches within. We slept very soundly. Easy connection to Ohakune and beyond.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina P.

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

Retro is In!

Who needs a top standard fancy bach when you can stay in a retro cottage like this with character!? Kiwi living and a reminder to slow the pace down. Well equipped bach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

great place but had 36 hours with little and no water due to frozen pipes and even the back up syste

great place but had 36 hours with little and no water due to frozen pipes and even the back up system failed initially, not great when coming down of the mountain and everyone is cold and hungry. suggest investigate a better water system that can cope with the winter conditions. would still recommend the place and would stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Lachlan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy cottage with character. Check-in was easy and straightforward. Owners were helpful and clearly take alot of pride in supplying a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chihiro Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Good kiwi old-school experience

Cozy the fireplace lit up our special family trip. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

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

Cute cottage

Appreciated the heaps of firewood. Being so incredibly close to the train tracks was very fun for a group of train enthusiasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bella v.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a good stay. It was pretty much as advertised so we really enjoyed it. Communication with our host was excellent It does get a little cold (old style bach so is expected) but there was plenty of fire wood so we kept cosy and warm. A perfect place to stay if you like staying in a truly authentic kiwi bach! Would easily stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary N.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great pet friendly place for my cat's operation recovery...

As a 76 year-old woman I needed a pet-friendly place to stay while my cat recovered from his operation. He was in a big cage and loved the fire.There was a cold spell 7degrees and it took a bit to warm the place at night, I kept the fire going so was up and down. Texted the manager as the fire door sometimes didn't open. He didn't reply so I figured maybe it locked until the fire was cooler! That meant the cold prevailed. My heater in my home, the same, never did that.The water ran out, apparently because of the cold. That was stressful, then it came back on five hours later. Then big, black flies, many, appeared, late afternoon, and at night. Most unpleasant. No help was offered other than an apology. I took photos.I suggest people spray around the ornaments on the windows where the flies hid.I spent most of one day catching flies, spraying and cleaning. The bath looked brown until I cleaned it. It all needed a good clean. I hope it was nice for the next person. It's a cute place...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

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

Great, unique bach

This is our second time staying here - the kids were really little when we first stayed. Now they are both at uni. A great place for the family to hang out. Clean, comfortable, quirky and warm. We never got bored. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Peaceful house

We had a great time. Thank you !
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

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

Ski weekend!

Perfect spot to stay for a ski weekend. Great to be able to bring the dog along.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela V.

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

Great option near Ohakune

Perfect spot for family get together. Cozy kitchen area for sitting around the big table chatting, eating and drinking, playing cards. Woodfire heats the room up really well. Great location for accessing medium day walks. Can't believe they still do the whopper chocolate eclairs in Ohakune - they don't seem to have changed in the 20 years since I last had one!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michal H.

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

Nice cozy bach

A great bach with super cozy areas to hang out as a group. Great location and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Charmain C.

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

Nice getaway

Clean and great if you just want to escape the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon M.

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

Great base for a mountain trip.

The cottage was just what we were looking for and lived up to its description and photos. What you can't get from the listing is how great the kitchen feels when it's cold out, the fire is going and you have the whole family together there. Reading in one of the rocking chairs next to the roaring fire is time well wasted.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele A.

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

sled dog racing

verry nice cozy cottsage in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christa M.

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

Nice place to chill

It is a cozy cottage with a nice layout. The fireplaces add to the ambiance of the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This is a lovely quirky little house with all you need for a fun weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

tineke w.

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

fabulous holiday

lovely place to unwind and relax
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dimitar N.

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

Super cottage

Lovely character cottage, everything you need is there, close to the trains but that adds to the experience :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by nickow672

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We live in Christchurch and are keen mountain bikers skiers and snowboarders

Why they chose this property

Quaint rural village setting ideal area to relax and unwind all year round

What makes this property unique

Separate areas and large lawned section make it ideal for families

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English
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