50 metres from the Hydro Pool, one of the famous trout fishing pools on the Tongariro River, at the end of a cul de sac. Surrounded by bush, it is secluded, private and quiet. You fall asleep at night listening to the sound of the river. The living/dining area opens onto a sunny deck. There's a large lawn out the front. In winter, crank up the woodburner fire place - perfect after a day's skiing on Mt Ruapehu: Whakapapa only 45 mins away! Walk over to the Major Jones swing bridge and follow easy tracks alongside the river or head to beautiful Lake Taupo, the hot pools at nearby Tokaanu, or Taupo town 40 minutes away. Please note that this is a basic fishing cottage, not a flash, modern bach. Shabby chic is the vibe. Please bring your own linen and towels, including tea towels. Special conditions: Please note that we do not provide linen, towels or tea towels. This is a basic bach as is reflected in the price.
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); keep a stash of wood beside the fireplace if you can.
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Turangi
Located in Turangi, this holiday home is on a river. While the natural beauty of Tongariro National Park and Tokaanu Thermal Pools can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to River Vineyard. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
Tongariro National Trout Centre - 2 min drive - 3.6 km
Tongariro National Park - 7 min drive - 10.4 km
Whakapapa Ski Area - 42 min drive - 63.9 km
Taupō Hot Springs - 47 min drive - 60.7 km
Getting around
Taupō Airport (TUO) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Thyme For Food - 3 min drive
Rust - 3 min drive
Hydro Eatery - 2 min drive
Delta Coffee - 3 min drive
Turangi Tavern - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Turangi by the River pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Turangi by the River?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Turangi by the River on 2 June 2026 start from NZ$93, 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 Turangi by the River?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Turangi by the River?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Turangi by the River?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Turangi by the River located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and within 3 miles (5 km) of Tongariro National Trout Centre and River Vineyard. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Lake Taupō are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
8.4
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We were only 5min drive from the Turangi golf course , and amenities were close by...The sleeping areas awesome, the shower so lovely, the hotwater on immediately was top notch...We all loved our stay and ill stay again when our next National Tournament are held in Turangi in the near future.Thank you...
We always enjoy staying here with a couple of friends for an annual getaway. Great location right on the river.
Although at the start of this stay we were greeted with unwashed, food laden dishes and rubbish etc left from previous guests which we had to clean up.
Robbie B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mike I.
24 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Tongariro 25
This Accommodation suited us perfectly and couldn't of been in a better location, the only thing that was abit tricky was the hot water for a shower which lasted only a few minutes so no one really had a successful wash lol , nevermind it was a fantastic holiday and will definitely stay here again if the dates align with our fishing