Beautiful open style cottage with deck and views of the mountain. All bedrooms are off the main living area which encourages plenty of family time.
20 meter walk to shuttle pick up in National Park.
A perfect base for friends and family to explore the exciting adventure playground of the Tongariro National Park and the Central Plateau. During the winter all mountain activities are easily accessible. The famous Tongariro Crossing and Outdoor pursuits include sking, snowboarding, hiking, cycling, 4wd offroading, fishing and hunting.
Warm and comfortable home which is perfect for friends and family time together.
Plenty of parking Children friendly Cafes and pubs all within 5mins walk. Electric blankets on all beds.
Late book out if no other bookings the next day. Get in another day on the hill and come back to change before heading out.
Special conditions:
Families preferred.
Smoking allowed outside only.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay); Linen (Required, NZ$15.00 per person);
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Amenities
Kitchen
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
National Park Village
Located in National Park Village, this cottage is in the mountains. Fishers Track and Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre 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 Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park.
Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Fishers Track - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Tongariro National Park - 5 min drive - 7.8 km
Whakapapa Ski Area - 18 min drive - 26.1 km
Turoa Ski Area - 44 min drive - 66.8 km
Getting around
Taupō Airport (TUO) - 78 min drive
Restaurants
Schnapps Bar - 9 min walk
Spiral Bar - 10 min walk
The Station - 2 min walk
National Park Hotel - 4 min walk
Eivins Bar - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Black Box Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Black Box Cottage?
As of 11 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Box Cottage on 13 February 2022 start from NZ$200, 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 Black Box Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Black Box Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Black Box Cottage?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Black Box Cottage located?
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Tongariro National Park and Raurimu Spiral are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Warm and welcoming, great for family. Very handy to bus stop, shuttles and train station. Thanks for a great stay.
Christopher R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2021
Thanks so much for the kind words ... great guests, thanks for leaving the place so clean and tidy, we were very happy to host you. You're Welcome anytime, regards Sharon & Che
From the lovely welcome by the property manager, the styling and warmth of the bach to the homely touches like biscuits and porridge this was a fabulous family bach. The wood burner heated wonderfully and kept going! Situated around the corner from the train station this was a great spot to stay! Thank you Sharon & Che.
Michelle v.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Michelle
Thanks for your kind words.. you and family are great guests.. we're happy to help make your holiday experience a good one.. you're welcome back anytime..
Spacious, warm, well-appointed, welcoming; everything you want from a winter holiday home. Adjacent to the park and ride for those heading to Whakapapa. We'll be back.
Was perfect house to have a weekend away with a group of friends.
Paul F.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2021
Thank you for your kind comments.... we are thrilled you enjoyed yourselves and thank you for leaving the place clean and tidy.. great guests always welcome back.. Sharon
Thank you Che and Sharon for listing your clean and beautifully styled house. You made us feel very welcome, and the house was cosy, warm and had many comforts which resulted in a very enjoyable stay. We will definitely stay here again.
Nicky T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2020
We have been blessed with amazing guests like Nikki. Thank you Nikki and your wonderful family. We loved having you and happily reccomend you highly to all hosts .. we really appreciated you treating the house as your own leaving it super tidy. Welcome back anytime..
We were greeted by the most friendly hosts. They had the fire going which was such an amazing, and much appreciated welcome. The place was clean, cozy, and had everything we ever needed. The washing machine and dryer were a godsend also. We highly recommend this place, and give our thanks to the efforts made in order to make our stay a truly memorable one.
Katie H.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2020
Wonderful family wonderful guests. A real pleasure to host. Thank you Katie and whanau. Welcome to come back anytime.
Spacious warm with nice personal touches. Well located and short walk to the best restaurant in National Park.
The fire box made the whole cottage toasty warm. The kitchen is well equipped.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend for large family groups and look forward to our next trip.
Neil H.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Neil and his family were wonderful quests. The treated our home like their own and left the house exactly how they found it, very very clean. We would gladly have them back anytime .