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Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa

Explore the best of the North Island's outdoor activities from this haven on the Adventure Plateau.

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1 bedroom
Interior
Property grounds
Shower

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire chalet

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa

Escape the city - Haven is an awesome place for you, and your kids, to experience a wicked range of outdoor activities. 20 minutes to Whakapapa ski field.

Clean, tidy and cosy, sleeps 5. Queen bed in bedroom, double sofabed and single divan in lounge. Duvets and pillows provided. The bathroom is in an adjacent wash-house. The kitchenette has double hotplates, a microwave, fridge, and Zip water heater, along with crockery, cutlery and cooking gear.

Come and make the most of the "Adventure Plateau", with Haven Cottage as your base.

Haven Cottage is nestled between the world heritage Tongariro National Park, Tongariro Forest Park, and Raurimu Scenic Reserve, and only a stones throw away from the Whanganui National Park, Haven offers an awesome base for your Central Plateau adventures.

Raurimu is home to the world famous Raurimu Spiral (you can watch the trains on the 2nd level from the front porch), and is only 20 mins to Whakapapa ski field, 40 mins to Turoa ski field, and about 20 mins to the nationally renowned Taumarunui Golf Course.

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is rated the best one day trek in New Zealand, and listed by many as one of the top-ten day treks in the world. Haven Cottage is the perfect base for the Crossing.

But wait, there's more (sorry, no Ginsu knives), Central Plateau offers the best mountain biking in the North Island (42nd Traverse, Fishers Track, John MacDonald Loop), skiing, snow boarding, mountain climbing, hot pools (Tokaanu), climbing wall, trout fishing, horse riding, quad biking, paintball, tramping, kayaking, rafting, scenic flights, natural history, hiking, canoeing, easy day walks, art and crafts, restaurants, pubs, Lord of the Rings filming locations, Waiouru Army Museum, Tongariro Crossing, summit climbs, bird watching, ... it's brilliant.
Special conditions:
Two night minimum stay.

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);

Property manager

Julie@Haven

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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About the neighborhood

Map
Raurimu, Central Plateau

What's nearby

  • Raurimu Spiral - 7 min drive
  • Tongariro National Park - 10 min drive
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 16 min drive
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 25 min drive
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnapps Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Macrocarpa Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Eivins Bistro Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Station Cafe and Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Basekamp - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa located?

Situated on a river, this chalet is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Raurimu Spiral and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Tongariro National Park and Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at cottage
It is small but practical, was great for a short stay near Tongariro :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good little place
Nice and warm once you get the heaters going, great location and has got basically everything you need :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jacques D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Haven
Enjoyed our stay, everything was clean and convenient, enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot for a getaway
Had a great time. Love this little spot. Good location and amazing price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

An K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getting away from it all
Cute little place, everything you need and so close to Ruapehu. Great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana M., Mount Maunganui

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin
We had a great time staying at the haven , and the tv sound system made our movie night exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyse H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for the tongariro crossing/skiing
Great spot to do the tongariro crossing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and Cosy Little Cottage
We had a great stay over the New Year holidays. Great location as it is close to National Park and we had enjoyed our walks in the area. Cottage is warm and cosy and has the basic facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Linda T.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Snow
Enjoyed our stay. Will book again if ever back that way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for ski weekends
Cosy little place for ski weekends when all you need is a place to rest your head and dry your gear ready for the next day
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Corrine Gail A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homey and Very Practical
Have a homey feel, close to tonggariro and very budget friendly. Neighbourhood is quite but people are friendly. Thanks for the lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callum M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a budget holiday
This was my second stay and it was perfect, we did the Tongariro crossing and the homes location to national park and surrounding walks and activities makes it the perfect option if you want something cheap. For the price it’s what you expect. It’s no luxury hotel but it has more then enough for what you pay for
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great wee bach.
Perfect for recuperating after paddling the Whanganui River.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiwiana as
Cute rustic batch with everything you need. Excellent location for Whakapapa
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
Second stay, cute cottage, so convenient for National park. Well set up. Drying room surprisingly effective. Had a lovely time, will be back. Kids loved dinosaur museum in Raetihi and army museum - great to have rainy day options.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Raurimu suprise
What a lovely wee place. Raurimu was more interesting than we thought. 4 Square at National Parkjust 10 minutes away for anything that we had forgotten and ice, mountain only a half hour drive. Great cell phone reception. couldn't get the tv to work though.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Rebekah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Cosy and value for money
Cosy and value for money- fit my needs. I would want to know in advance that the toilet and shower are outside in a separate building. Take a head torch if you need to go to the toilet at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

nicolas r.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Unfortunately, no cleaners means lots of dust in the room and moss on the "washroom's" windows
I would have appreciated knowing about the "no cleaners" policy and the outside "washroom" prior to booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Batch
Comfortable and warm little home. TV didnt work at all - no reception from the dish. Didn't matter, watched latest news etc on my laptop. Previous guests left used plastic bottles in the bathroom waste basket but we didn't use it at all so no effect on us. Handy to the mountain and nice quiet spot except for the trains at night which actually weren't unpleasant and something different we are not used to hearing. Great place to stay and value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The Spiral
Great little place, couldn't work the satellite TV but not a worry I guess there were instructions somewhere. I fixed the zip water heater the whistle was missing and sitting on top of urn. Overall great place, but National Park Bar is a total rip off! Paid $25 for buffet breakfast then had to buy coffee outside separately. Auckland prices with crap service and crap food. Unfortunately the Cafe by gas station and at railway station are both closed now. Avoid National Park as a destination Chateau closed etc take your own food and alcohol great area but not well served by hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value
It's a good value cottage in a good location just a few minutes from National Park and close to Whakapapa. It could do with a good spring clean, but you can't argue the price. Previous guests could've done more to clean like empty the bins properly, but overall would recommend and the description was accurate! Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snowboarding trip
Location and price was great for what we needed it for as we were at the mountain to snowboard.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, peaceful
This was the perfect size for the two of us to be cozy but not cramped as the ski slopes were all closed. We had everything we needed and the cell reception was good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good little place
Good little place, has everything you need and location is also pretty good
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
This gorgeous wee cabin was quite nostalgic for me. It had everything we needed to keep warm, well fed and rested following epic days at the snow. I really appreciate the laundry facilities, the location and the affordability which make beautiful snow adventures accessible. Our host Julie also gave very clear expectations and comprehensive information about the bach and surrounding areas. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024