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Tongariro Riverside holiday house

Tongariro Riverside holiday house

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Property grounds
Exterior
View from property
Tongariro river view to south
House from the river

Overview of Tongariro Riverside holiday house

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Turangi, Turangi
  • Popular LocationTurangi i-SITE Visitor Centre13 min walk
  • Popular LocationTokaanu Thermal Pools5 min drive
  • Popular LocationRiver Vineyard5 min drive
  • AirportTaupo (TUO)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Lounge

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom, queen sized bed

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Tongariro Riverside holiday house

Traditional family bach (holiday home) situated 25 metres from the banks of the Tongariro river, opposite the famous Major Jones pool. Easy access to the famous trout fishing river and all walking tracks.
Quiet back section surrounded by Kowhai trees and bird life. House has wood burner fire and coal range with wood supplied. Only 40 minutes to the Whakapapa ski field and an excellent starting point to access the Tongariro crossing walk. 5 minute drive to Tokaanu hot pools.
Extra fridge, safe and cleaning equipment provided for the cleaning and storage of fish in the garage. Access available on request. This place suits serious fishermen or family groups.
Also 2 Bikes are provided for guests use please inform owners if repairs are needed.
Special conditions:
House would suits family or serious fishermen. All living area is upstairs accessed by two sets of outside stairs so may not be suitable for toddlers. Section is well fenced towards the river.

Extras: Linen (Optional, NZ$15.00 per person); NOTE: In Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave. If you do not wish to do the clean up please advise us ahead of time so we can arrange for a cleaner at an extra cost to you.
The house is checked by a trusted property manager after each guest leaves to ensure the house is in good order for the next visitors.

Property manager

ChrisThorpe
Premier Host
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Languages

Dutch, English
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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 is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Turangi

Located in Turangi, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupo. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Turangi, Turangi

What's nearby

  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 13 min walk
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 5 min drive
  • River Vineyard - 5 min drive
  • Lake Taupo - 7 min drive
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Creel Tackle House - 6 min walk
  • Hong Kong Chinese Takeaways - 15 min walk
  • Turangi Bakery & Coffee Shop - 14 min walk
  • The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - 15 min walk
  • Hydro Eatery - 14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Tongariro Riverside holiday house have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Tongariro Riverside holiday house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tongariro Riverside holiday house?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tongariro Riverside holiday house?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tongariro Riverside holiday house located?

This family-friendly Turangi holiday home is located on the riverfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre, River Vineyard and Tongariro National Trout Centre. Lake Taupo and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work Booking
Very nice tidy place in a great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great bach
Clean well equiped
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un très bel endroit où rester.
Un très bel endroit, un agréable cadre, une maison spacieuse avec tout son charme.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing bach
Great bach for a 3 day stay, great communication with Chris. Bookabach didnt send email regarding info on entry means. Thank you Chris for sharing this time capsule.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

George v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Purfect for a relaxed stay
For me, I was looking for a quiet spacious place to do some work and explore the area. Couldn't be better, although I wish that neighbours in NZ would be a little bit more considerate with music playing till late. But that is not a Turangi only problem ;)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by ChrisThorpe

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What makes this property unique

Backs onto river reserve and walking tracks

Languages:

English, Dutch

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