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Ruapehu Retreat - modern home away from home with mountain views

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A modern, single-story house with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor area.
Kitchen 2
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a dishwasher. There is a window providing natural light and a view of the outside.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
Bedroom 2 (queen bed)

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Tongariro National Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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National Park, Owhango
  • Place, Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Fishers Track
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Ruapehu Retreat - modern home away from home with mountain views

Right in the middl\e of National Park, with mountain views.

The perfect spot to enjoy our little slice of paradise. In summer fling the ranch sliders open and it's cool and airy. In winter choose between the cosy atmosphere of a log fire or convenience of the heatpump . Firewood is provided.

Super comfy beds with oversized duvets, electric blankets and plump pillows on all beds. Sheets and towels are provided.

Fully equipped cook's kitchen with all mod cons makes cooking for a family easy. Full size fridge/freezer and large pantry with loads of storage. Basic condiments are provided. Gas BBQ is available.

Great shower pressure with unlimited hot water and a large, deep bath for a relaxing soak after a hard day's skiing, biking or hiking. Master bedroom has ensuite. Both bathrooms have heaters and heated towel rails.

Large drying room gets a whole family's wet gear dry in just a few hours. Full laundry with large capacity washing machine and drier.

HD TV with Freeview, stereo and DVD player - we have a Sky satellite dish so take your decoder if you want to watch Sky. High speed internet is included (no data cap). Some board games, cards, puzzles and books available.

Special conditions:
No smoking, no pets. no parties.
Guests to wash dishes and remove all rubbish and recycling
Compulsory cleaning fee of $70 applies, to be left on departure.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$70.00 per stay);

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking inside the house may incur a cleaning fee

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please ensure sheets and towels (not duvet covers) are placed in linen bag supplied.
Rubbish and recycling to be removed (see guest information folder for transfer station hours). Failure to remove rubbish will incur a $50 fee.
Please empty dishwasher
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20022076
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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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

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 rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking.
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Map
National Park, Owhango

What's nearby

  • Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fishers Track - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 19 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 29 min drive - 28.9 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnapps Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Spiral Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Station - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Macrocarpa Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Eivins Bar - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruapehu Retreat - modern home away from home with mountain views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ruapehu Retreat - modern home away from home with mountain views?

As of 7 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ruapehu Retreat - modern home away from home with mountain views on 27 October 2026 start from NZ$580, 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 Ruapehu Retreat - modern home away from home with mountain views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ruapehu Retreat - modern home away from home with mountain views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruapehu Retreat - modern home away from home with mountain views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ruapehu Retreat - modern home away from home with mountain views located?

Situated in National Park Village, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Fishers Track and Tongariro National Park. Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at this house. Everything was extremely clean and comfortable-the house is so well equipped and there are so many thoughtful touches that made the stay so easy and comfortable. Kitchen extremely well equipped, great laundry, amazing drying room, the fireplace was epic, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hayley R.

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

Great little stay

Beautiful little stay here, everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful place to stay, hosts have thought of everything. Excellent location, so many new walks nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jefferson G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
overall is pretty good,except for the 70cash that they want to charge us for cleaning which is we refuse because before we left we tidy up everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
The cleaning fee is noted several times in the property listing, and in the documents provided to our guests before check in, and covers a lot more than just tidying up before you leave. It’s part of the contract that our guests agree to when they rent our property. If you had concerns it would have been good if you had contacted us to discuss, rather than just “refusing to pay it”. I tried to call you today but you don’t have a phone number on your profile, so I had no option but to add it to your booking. We look forward to receiving payment so that we can pay our cleaner.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ross H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could this house live up to it’s great ratings? Yes, it can. Great location, clean, well stocked, comfortable beds and friendly hosts. We were so happy with the Ruapehu Retreat and would happily stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deonda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well equipped kitchen. Very comfortable living room. Very clean. Extensive information about the property and surroundings and the vast majority of it was accurate. The bed was comfortable. Considerate hosts. Location was ideal for visiting the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo V.

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

Great time away

It was our second time there and it was great, thanks for having us
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

YIU HUNG C.

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

National Park Village Holiday House

An excellent comfortable house to stay for holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

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

Great Stay

Great location and accommodation. Recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monterrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely modern and very clean and comfortable. The kitchen is very well supplied with pantry basics plus every kitchen gadget needed. Thank you. We’ll stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo V.

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

Great little spot

Great little spot, cozy but spacious and warm. Really enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon I.

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

National Park visit

Enjoyed our stay at the property. Had everything we needed, and perfectly placed for walks in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nan L.

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

Excellent accommodation

It has everything you need for your family. Very equipped family house. Looking forward to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayla P.

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

Beautiful warm and cozy ruapehu retreat

Beautiful place to stay and so convenient to everything would highly recommend and would definitely stay again. Lovly and clean and we enjoyed the fire place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick Y.

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

Great place

We had a great stay. The place was clean, well maintained and equipped with everything we needed. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

rob w.

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

Great place to stay for Tongariro Crossing

Very comfortable and well equipped spot in a beautiful location. We loved the Crossing and were fortunate to get great weather for it, but also enjoyed shorter walks in the area as well as the brilliantly designed mini-golf nearby!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

rob m.

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

everything about this place was brilliant

beautiful house, modern, clean, bright, roomy, warm, well equipped, deck, view to ruapehu, dry wood for fire. a superb place to stay in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon V.

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

2 days for Tongariro

We had great access for exploring Tornagriro NP and a great place to come back to to relax, regroup, and dry out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie O.

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

Warm, comfy, quiet, everything you need

The beds were comfy, the showers were hot, the kitchen was fully equipped, the location was great. We give this home 10 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aiya T.

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

Will come back!

Absolutely perfect house for our family, with every amenity we could possibly need, so well stocked! Excellent drying room! Perfect location. Loved it and we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

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

Nice place near Tongariro NP

Nice house as described in National Park near Whakapapa Village. The well equipped kitchen was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J H.

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

Loved the house and the location

Amazing location and everything you'd ever need for cooking or entertaining is already at the house. It rained every day we were there so we spent a lot of time inside and we found the entire house well stocked for everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

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

Excellent

Great place to stay, very comfortable. Everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janath D.

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

Excellent Holiday Home

Nice and Cosy house with all the amenities you would expect and a well equipped kitchen. Conveniently located in the National park village and closer to everything including Park n Ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaun H.

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

Short mountain stay

What an amazing home in National Park. Would definitely stay again. House is neat and tidy and really well set up. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

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