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Turangi by the River

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The Hydro Pool is a minute's walk away at the end of the road.
the driveway from the front deck - the living room opens onto this deck.
The Hydro Pool at end of the road
A view from the driveway

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Hall - 2 single beds

1 Child Bed

Master Suite/Mezzanine

1 Queen Bed

Room 1 - 3 single Beds

1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

Room 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Turangi by the River

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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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 00

About the area

Turangi

Located in Turangi, this holiday home is on a river. While the natural beauty of Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park 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.
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Turangi, Turangi

What's nearby

  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre - 2 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lake Taupō - 6 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 7 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 47 min drive - 60.7 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turangi Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Delta Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Thyme For Food - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mustard Seed Cafe - ‬2 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 29 March 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was fantastic!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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...
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A good kiwi bach, very close to the rustlers pool which is well frequented.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location. Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod R.

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

Great easy place to stay

Stayed here for an event at Taupo Motorsport park and everything was very easy and a nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared E.

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

Great place to stay

Cosy warm fire nice simple kiwi style batch right near the river.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristin A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great communication from host to us. Really appreciate them.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As described, old fashioned but well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nic H.

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

Great trip

Excellent place to stay. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas J.

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

Great location

Another great stay, will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rhonda p.

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

Great place to stay

This was a lovely place, we'll set up and comfortable. We enjoyed our time there and would definitely come back if we stay in Turangi again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

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

Great stay

Perfect rustic bach for enjoying Turangi and the Tongariro river
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keiko G.

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

Beautiful Place

Location was perfect, spacious house, amazing views, comfy bedding!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke T.

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

Perfect getaway

Great simple batch. Was a great base camp while exploring the region.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie K.

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

Rustic

Nice property in a quiet area. Lots of walks and views nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim A.

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

Weekend stay

Basic yet adequate for our needs. Would recommend to anglers who want to be close to the river. Nice quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike I.

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
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanne B.

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

Simple bach close to the river

A simple no frills bach which suited our needs. Great location. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Robbie B.

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

Enjoyable stay, great location by river.

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew C.

Liked: Communication, location

Great Location

A good basic retreat. The walk around the river is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Zef F.

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

Rustic & Cozy

Beautiful spot by the river. The Bach is well set up with furniture, cutlery and bedding (BYO sheets) and has all the basics, ideal for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

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

Great place for a quiet break

very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

stephan b.

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

Good weekend

Just what we needed vir the boys fishing trip
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steezy M.

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

Pre Winter break

Just what i needed. Calm little weekend away in comfort. Will certainly miss waking up to the sunrise in the loft bedroom, and listening to the Tongariro River while reading with a cuppa
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Guy, Katherine, Andy, Rupert, Kristin

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What makes this property unique

Lovely deck and easy going feel. Very very close to a great fishing pool. 45 minutes from Whakapapa ski field. Warm and welcoming.

Languages:

French, Greek

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