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Ruapehu's simple but splendid OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr East-Wing
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6100 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Ngauruhoe Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Ruapehu Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Tongariro Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
East-Wing's Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Ruapehu's simple but splendid OWHANGO OLD POST OFFICE's 1-4 Bdr East-Wing
Beautifully renovated iconic century-old Owhango Post Office's "East Wing" was originally the Post Master's Residence side of the Old Post Office building, which today has been furnished as:
> Spacious Queen bedroom
> Optional 2 x elegant Double bedrooms
> Optional uber-cool Dorm Bedroom with 4 x Single Beds
> Art deco style Bathroom with Shower
> 1950s style Kitchen-Dining with adjoining Laundry
> [Do Note: There is a dining-table with 6xChairs, and no separate Lounge Room in this Guest-Wing]
> For more lavishly opulent accommodation, you can book the West-Wing instead, which includes a Gatsby-inspired art-deco styled lounge, plus private access to the Back Deck's sauna cabin, hot-tub spa-pool and fire-pit.
Access also available to the adjacent Garage to store outdoor equipment such as mountain bikes, skis, snowboards, fishing-rods etc, including power-points & garden-hose to wash your gear.
LOCATION:
> 1-30 Mins to many of NZ's top walking hikes, and many of NZ's best cycle trails - almost bordering Tongariro National Park's conservation areas
> 30-Mins to NZ's largest ski-field Whakapapa on Mt Ruapehu
> World-class Fly-Fishing minutes away
> Fantastic base for the extraordinary Forgotten Highway, mighty Whanganui River and incredible Bridge to Nowhere
> 4Hrs to Auckland and 4Hrs to Wellington
> Nightly rate based on two guests per Queen/Double bed - but don't hesitate to enquire about an alternative arrangement.
SELF-CONTAINED GUEST-WING IN MORE DETAIL:
Authentically historic and truly unique home-away-from-home with facilities including:
> "Ruapehu" Bedroom: Queen+ and Office Desk space
> "Tongariro" Bedroom: Double
> "Ngauruhoe" Bedroom: Double
> Art deco style Bathroom with Shower (eco water-saving shower rose)
> Hub of the home Kitchen-Dining (with adjoining Laundry incl washing machine & clothes dryer)
> Heat-pump/Air-con in the Kitchen-Dining
> Heater in each bedroom & Electric blanket on each bed
OTHER INFO:
> Contactless guest access via a Key Lockbox
> Plenty of free street-side parking
RAMP ACCESS TO FRONT-DOOR:
Potentially suitable location for someone with some limited mobility. [Toilet and Shower not designed for wheelchairs.]
SUMMARY:
This is one-half of an extraordinarily unique and beautifully renovated property THE OLD POST OFFICE Holiday Home - which is a century-old piece of authentic local history.
This wing of the OLD POST OFFICE is what originally was most of the Post Master's Home.
THE OLD POST OFFICE LODGE Holiday Home's EAST-WING is especially perfect for 1-3 couples and/or a bunch of singles, or a Family, wanting simple elegance in a place rich with authentic heritage - without all the "bells & whistles".
For those wanting more upmarket accommodation with extensive amenities, we recommend the Post Office's stunning WEST-WING.
> Spacious Queen bedroom
> Optional 2 x elegant Double bedrooms
> Optional uber-cool Dorm Bedroom with 4 x Single Beds
> Art deco style Bathroom with Shower
> 1950s style Kitchen-Dining with adjoining Laundry
> [Do Note: There is a dining-table with 6xChairs, and no separate Lounge Room in this Guest-Wing]
> For more lavishly opulent accommodation, you can book the West-Wing instead, which includes a Gatsby-inspired art-deco styled lounge, plus private access to the Back Deck's sauna cabin, hot-tub spa-pool and fire-pit.
Access also available to the adjacent Garage to store outdoor equipment such as mountain bikes, skis, snowboards, fishing-rods etc, including power-points & garden-hose to wash your gear.
LOCATION:
> 1-30 Mins to many of NZ's top walking hikes, and many of NZ's best cycle trails - almost bordering Tongariro National Park's conservation areas
> 30-Mins to NZ's largest ski-field Whakapapa on Mt Ruapehu
> World-class Fly-Fishing minutes away
> Fantastic base for the extraordinary Forgotten Highway, mighty Whanganui River and incredible Bridge to Nowhere
> 4Hrs to Auckland and 4Hrs to Wellington
> Nightly rate based on two guests per Queen/Double bed - but don't hesitate to enquire about an alternative arrangement.
SELF-CONTAINED GUEST-WING IN MORE DETAIL:
Authentically historic and truly unique home-away-from-home with facilities including:
> "Ruapehu" Bedroom: Queen+ and Office Desk space
> "Tongariro" Bedroom: Double
> "Ngauruhoe" Bedroom: Double
> Art deco style Bathroom with Shower (eco water-saving shower rose)
> Hub of the home Kitchen-Dining (with adjoining Laundry incl washing machine & clothes dryer)
> Heat-pump/Air-con in the Kitchen-Dining
> Heater in each bedroom & Electric blanket on each bed
OTHER INFO:
> Contactless guest access via a Key Lockbox
> Plenty of free street-side parking
RAMP ACCESS TO FRONT-DOOR:
Potentially suitable location for someone with some limited mobility. [Toilet and Shower not designed for wheelchairs.]
SUMMARY:
This is one-half of an extraordinarily unique and beautifully renovated property THE OLD POST OFFICE Holiday Home - which is a century-old piece of authentic local history.
This wing of the OLD POST OFFICE is what originally was most of the Post Master's Home.
THE OLD POST OFFICE LODGE Holiday Home's EAST-WING is especially perfect for 1-3 couples and/or a bunch of singles, or a Family, wanting simple elegance in a place rich with authentic heritage - without all the "bells & whistles".
For those wanting more upmarket accommodation with extensive amenities, we recommend the Post Office's stunning WEST-WING.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Owhango
Owhango is home to this apartment. Epic Cycle Adventures and Fishers Track are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve and Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence. Jet skiing and kayaking 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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What's nearby
- Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Tongariro National Park - 20 min drive - 32.6 km
- Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 28 min drive - 44.7 km
- Whakapapa Ski Area - 33 min drive - 50.8 km
- Turoa Ski Area - 59 min drive - 91.6 km
Restaurants
- Owhango Hotel - 9 min walk
- Café 39 South - 3 min walk
- Café 39 South - 7 min drive
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
6.0/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
8.0/10
Location
10/10
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30 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
About the host
Hosted by MARY of Booking Admin
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