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Holiday Home with mountain views, Skiing, Biking and Hiking on the doorstep

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and fireplace

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property - front view from drive
rear access and wood storage
driveway and main access
Lounge view
lounge - 1 x 3 seater, 2 x 2 seater, 1 recliner. heat transfer system

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Raetihi, Raetihi
  • Place, The Dinosaur House
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Raetihi Show Ground
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Ratana Church
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

bathroom / toilet

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Holiday Home with mountain views, Skiing, Biking and Hiking on the doorstep

Located in the village of historic Raetihi, only 12km from the Ohakune township, our property is away from the main road and railway line, making it a tranquil get away any time of year. The house is located close to both Turoa and Whakapapa ski fields with beautiful views of Mount Ruapehu from the house,

FACILITIES
Wood burner in lounge and plenty of fire wood, Drying racks and hangers for ski gear plus a heat transfer system to all bedrooms, DVS system, Free view television, 2 TV's both with DVD players, media converter, a DVD library plus board & card games.
All beds have duvets, pillows, all queen beds have electric blankets with hot water bottles available for single beds. plus additional blankets and throws for all.
Porta cot & high chair on site.
Dining area, dishwasher, washing machine, full kitchen with all amenities and essentials including a nespresso machine and coffee plunger, crock pot and sandwich press.
Vacuum cleaner, cleaning supplies and equipment.

limited wi-fi available and uninterupted cell reception for all major networks.

CHECK IN - 02.00pm - CHECK OUT - 11.00am
Children 3-12 yrs MUST be included when booking (12 yrs and older are considered adults)





NO PARTIES - we are in a quiet neighborhood with permanent Neighbors on every boundary

NOT INCLUDED
food, sheets, pillow cases, towels, tea towels Cleaning and rubbish removal.
Guests are expected to clean the property before departure (cleaning supplies & equipment provided) and are responsible for removal of their rubbish and recycling, NOT to be left at property.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS - post stay cleaning $50.00. MUST be requested at time of booking. (Recycling / rubbish removal is NOT included in the cleaning charge)

more on the area - The local swimming pool, play grounds, "Angel Louise" cafe and shops, and the newly opened Dinosaur house, are all in Raetihi Village, only a small stroll from the house. The surrounding area offers many activities all year round, such as bike riding, fishing, river boat tours, & hiking and many more. Raetihi is also close to the Tongarero crossing track, National park, and the small towns of Waiouru, Taihepe and to Whanganui city, all great for a day trip.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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
NO PARTIES OR LARGE GROUP GATHERINGS
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
OUTSIDE ONLY
compliance with attached rental agreement is a condition of your booking.

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
Note from host: NO PARTIES OR LARGE GROUP GATHERINGS
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Raetihi

Located in Raetihi, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Waimarino Golf Club 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Raetihi, Raetihi

What's nearby

  • The Dinosaur House - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Raetihi Show Ground - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ratana Church - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 15 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 40 min drive - 68.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Coach Cafe Raetihi - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Angel Louise - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Volcano Coffee Roastery - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Home with mountain views, Skiing, Biking and Hiking on the doorstep pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Home with mountain views, Skiing, Biking and Hiking on the doorstep?

As of 8 January 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Home with mountain views, Skiing, Biking and Hiking on the doorstep on 12 January 2026 start from NZ$115.0, 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 Holiday Home with mountain views, Skiing, Biking and Hiking on the doorstep?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Home with mountain views, Skiing, Biking and Hiking on the doorstep?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Home with mountain views, Skiing, Biking and Hiking on the doorstep?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Home with mountain views, Skiing, Biking and Hiking on the doorstep located?

This family-friendly Raetihi holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of The Dinosaur House and Raetihi Show Ground. Ratana Church is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P., New Zealand

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

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay, thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Great spot in Raetihi

Great cozy house, we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arkady E.

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

Lovely home

Enjoyed the stay, no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

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

Awesome family home away from home.

Lovely cosy home, perfect for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah T.

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

Cozy home away from home

Family friendly, welcoming and comfortable home
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Spacious

All facilities worked as we hoped. We were well positioned to enjoy outdoor activities in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

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

Perfect for families

Warm, homely, comfortable and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

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

Family friendly cosy stay

Warm, clean and great for families. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

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

Blazing hill visit

Nice little cottage for us. Be even btter for a family or friends group with well set out bedding and plenty of living space.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin C.

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

Great Holiday Base

Great communication on what was required and expected. Lovely fire which made the whole house warm and cosy. Great base to stay while exploring the region. Would definitely consider coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Claire G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

good family house

This is a good sized place to stay, comfortable in a rustic way. It suited us well.

10/10 Excellent

Pro M.

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

Ski Trip

Great for what we needed, Fire place put out great heat too dry ski clothing and heat the house
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leane K.

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

Loved location,enjoyed.Very tidy n cosy.

Would want to come back.Thnkyou soo much.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

mieke r.

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

Spacious and nice location

We love the spaciousness of this house. The location is also nice eith a great mountain view and it's peaceful too. Kids enjoy the garden and bunk beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

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

Very homely

I had a great stay there with my girls. The house is really warm with the fire and heat transfer system. It was safe for the girls to play around inside and out. Definitely will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie L.

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

All we needed

The house was the perfect weekend crash-pad after two big days skiing at Turoa.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lamore G.

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

Home Away From Home

It is very comforting and homely. I didn’t want to leave. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

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

Great family base

The mountain was closed so we had ample space for a family of 5 to hang out during the wet days. Heaps of board games & DVDS.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

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

Everything we needed

A great base despite bad weather. We made the most of the games, DVDs and the lovely, cosy fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Everything we needed and more.

We loved staying at the Barracks, it had everything we needed and more than we expected, and was an excellent base for the Bike Trails. The mountain view was exceptional and the place was so comfortable when the rain set in and we could lounge about reading. Thank you Janet for sharing your Bach with us, we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

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

Warm and cosy

Unfortunately weather didn’t let us on the mountain. But had a nice warm and comfortable place to stay😊
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

Excellent Family Option

Very happy with this accommodation for our short family ski getaway during the school hols. Property was spacious, warm and had everything we needed. Access was easy and communication with the manager was second-to-none. Extremely good value, and highly recommended for a group/family who don't mind being a short drive out of the thick of things in Ohakune. One star dropped for cleanliness only due to the previous tenants not quite leaving it to the requested standard, but nothing we couldn't immediately rectify ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Monique H.

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

Perfect Home base

Beautiful little place with such a comforting home feel. The lounge was a cozy hangout spot for us, and the rooms gave nice privacy when we just wanted to chill out alone. A lot of what we needed was provided, including duvets, cleaning supplies and basic kitchen equipment, so this saved us having to bring it which is great. The host was so gracious when we had a last minute change of dates and her communication was amazing. We loved how quiet the area was if anyone is looking to get away from the noise of their own city. We’d love to stay longer next time and explore the area more! Ps. The DVD collection is on the shelf behind the TV. Which we didn’t discover until we were leaving 😅
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Dharmen P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The view from this property is absolutely stunning – waking up to the mountain scenery was a real treat. The location is also good, offering a peaceful and scenic setting. The fireplace added a cozy touch, and there were plenty of warm blankets to keep us comfortable during the colder nights. We also appreciated the generous supply of firewood and kindling.However, the property does need attention in several areas. The outdoor space was overgrown, with long grass around the driveway and untrimmed shrubs. Inside, we were disappointed by the overall cleanliness. Most of the kitchenware was sticky which is usually the case when dishes haven't been washed for a while. We had to wash them before use, and we found expired pantry items – including soy sauce from 2022. The tea bags provided had a foul taste, possibly from being stored in the pantry for too long.The bathroom vanity was dirty as well. Dust was thick around certain areas (especially near the DVD player), and cobwebs were visible in multiple places. There was also no light in the washhouse, and the bedside lamp in one of the bedrooms didn’t work.While guests are expected to tidy up, it seems the property isn’t being thoroughly inspected or cleaned between stays. The beds are quite basic but serviceable. With better maintenance and more consistent cleaning, this could be a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mieke r.

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

Home away from home comfort

We love the Barracks as we've been staying for years and it's just always felt good. It's a great location to unwind and relax with the awesome mountain view and laid back rural town. A short bike ride into town and to some great child friendly bike tracks. A scenic but not long drive to Ohakune too. We'll keep coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by lostnz

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We love our Boarding so we bought our own base to enjoy our favorite place and sport

Why they chose this property

This is our own slice of Rural New Zealand, we enjoy the scenery, mountain Biking, hiking and of course the skiing and snow boarding. it is our relaxed home away from home, and we hope it will feel like that for you too. snuggle down and enjoy some quality time in this peaceful setting, with everything you need to hand or just a small drive away.

What makes this property unique

Idyllically peaceful with Great Mount Views from the master bedroom, kitchen and Lounge, relax, unwind and enjoy.

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