Name: Ruapehu Log Lodge
Address: 5 Ranfurly Terrace, 4632 Raetihi, New Zealand, 5 Ranfurly Terrace, Manawatu, 4632, New Zealand
Rating: 9.8

Ruapehu Log Lodge

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The entire place is yours
3229 ft² size
Kitchen
City view
Garden
Washing machine
Free Wifi
Terrace
Balcony
Free parking

About this property

Spacious Accommodations: Ruapehu Log Lodge in Raetihi offers a spacious holiday home with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property features a living room, family rooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and outdoor seating area. The lodge provides free WiFi, a hot tub, and bicycle parking. Additional facilities include a laundry service and breakfast in the room. Scenic Views: The property offers mountain and garden views, ideal for relaxation. Guests appreciate the scenic location and the spa, making it highly rated for its scenic views and family-friendly atmosphere. Convenient Location: Located 57 mi from Whanganui Airport, the lodge provides free on-site private parking. Nearby attractions include the Tongariro National Park and the Whanganui River.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Vacation Home 1 queen bed 1 full bed 2 twin beds and 2 full beds 1 twin bed

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Harvey

New Zealand

“Loved the log cabin feel and the discovery of all the nooks and crannies of the house. Loved the jam, loved the pool table, loved the beds, loved the wood, loved the view, and loved that the house had everything needed.”

Nicholas

United States

“The place is huge, unusual and charming. Many windows. It is also well provisioned with all the necessary plates, utensils and kitchen stuff. And there were many towels and that kind of thing. It would be excellent for a family with lots of...”

Tessa

Australia

“What a unique place to stay! Loved our night in this log lodge - only let down was wishing we stayed longer to get more use from it. Such a unique and interesting property - very big and comfortable - would be great for a large group (almost too...”

Elizabeth

United States

“The hot tub was wonderful afterwards doing the Tongario Alpine Crossing. So relaxing. It was wonderful to have laundry facilities on site”

Chris

United States

“The hosts provided some wonderful homemade breakfast muffins and juice to enjoy with the beautiful rising sun.”

Scott

New Zealand

“Amazing, spacious log cabin with great views. Hosts had thought of everything even including some (presumably) home made crumpets and jam for breakfast. Fresh milk too, not the long life UHT rubbish that some place's leave for you.”

Sarah

United States

“Incredible house! Loved the pool table, board games, hot tub, fully stocked kitchen, piano -- wish we could've stayed longer. Having the wood stove burning for us when we arrived was a nice touch.”

Nicola

United Kingdom

“Awesome view from hot tub ,huge chalet very clean nice location , nice home made crumpets”

Natasha

New Zealand

“Cosy and feels like a world away. Beautiful mountain views”

Adam

Australia

“It looked and felt amazing, it had everything you needed and then some”

Hosted by Deborah and Steve Wilson

9.8

Host Review Score

Deborah and Steve Wilson

Sited high on seven acres of farmland grazed by scottish highland cattle, and landscaped grounds, the log lodge is approached by a short climbing gravel road past ornamental duck ponds. The authentic canadian log house built in 1985, is surrounded by mature trees giving privacy, and yet a stunning view of mountains Ruapehu and Ngauruhoe and the township of Raetihi below. The lodge's semi covered deck. has plenty of seating. with picnic table next to the covered five seater spa with view of garden and mountains.. Entering the Lodge, the open plan lounge with french doors onto viewing deck, is below the mezzanine floor accessed by a hand crafted spiral stair. Sleeping area for six, one double, one queen, both screened, with lounge suite and two king singles. Through a narrow doorway is a separate queen, then children's lounge with toys and acitivities. The large master bedroom has double wardrobe, ensuite with shower and views of Mt Ruapehu and Mangawhero River.

We have been dairy farmers and saw the opportunity to buy this amazing spacious and warm log house about 12 years ago and so have opted to rent to holiday guests full time. We have three adult sons living away from home. We have a fold of 9 scottish highland cows and calves, 18 ducks, one dogand one cat, and enjoy seeing guests arrive with their dogs. With seven acres of hillside, there is plenty of room and privacy for all concerned. We are both keen gardeners and have enjoyed establishing easy care gardens and edible berries at the lodge for guests to enjoy.

Raetihi was originally a timber town, but has suffered an economic downturn, yet still retains it's historical heritage and has a vibrant community. There are two cafes, two fish and chip shops, one with DVD hire, petrol station, medical centre, supermarket, farming supplies, information centre, opportunity shops, art gallery, library with council services, and veterinary centre.

Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Ruapehu Log Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Damage policy

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 350 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 14 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years

Crib always available

Free

14+ years

Extra bed upon request

NZD 80 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is no public transport available nearby. For more information please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note the property charges $20 per dog per stay and $30 for two dogs.

Please inform Ruapehu Log Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 350 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.