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Great place to stay for large groups or families

Cottage in Horopito with kitchen and fireplace

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David Fisken Lodge
View from driveway
Kitchen view 1
Kitchen view 2
All top bunks have been fitted with safety bars

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Horopito, Central Plateau
  • Place, Old Coach Road Bike Trail
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
  • Place, Mount Ruapehu

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

+5
9 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

+3
1 Single Bed and 6 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area

About this property

Great place to stay for large groups or families

This property is perfect for large groups or multiple families.

The David Fisken Lodge is situated between, but slightly closer, to Ohakune (10 mins) and National Park (20 mins).

It is also close to the Horopito end of the Old Coach Road cycle route.

Set on a large property so there's plenty of space for the kids to run around outside; set on roughly 1.5 acres.

Drying room - which could be used for bike storage during summer.

Beautiful views of Mt Ruapehu from driveway (see the photo).

Perfect place to use as a base to explore the area.

* Mobile coverage is variable inside, fairly consistent outside!

Keywords:
Lodge Skiing Ruapehu Turoa Group Tramping Cycling Spacious
Special conditions:
This Lodge does not have a housekeeper to clean up after you, please do
a thorough job and leave it in a clean and tidy state. The money
generated goes back into the upkeep and management of the Lodge and
surrounding property by volunteers and any surplus goes towards a youth
group. Your help and support is appreciated.

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);

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Horopito

Located in Horopito, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Old Coach Road Bike Trail and Ohakune Disc Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tongariro National Park and Raetihi Show Ground. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and horse riding.
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Horopito, Central Plateau

What's nearby

  • Old Coach Road Bike Trail - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 13 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Big Carrot - 14 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 29 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 36 min drive - 49.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Big Mountain Burgers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lemongrass Thai Cuisine - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kombi Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great place to stay for large groups or families pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great place to stay for large groups or families?

As of 15 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great place to stay for large groups or families on 15 December 2025 start from NZ$345.0, 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 Great place to stay for large groups or families?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great place to stay for large groups or families?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great place to stay for large groups or families?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great place to stay for large groups or families located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Old Coach Road Bike Trail and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Tongariro National Park. The Dinosaur House and Ratana Church are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by PhillipDi3

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What makes this property unique

Boys andamp; girls separate toilet andamp; shower areas