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Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101561 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Horopito, Mt Ruapehu
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Carrot
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Whakapapa Ski Area
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Horopito

This cottage places you next to Tongariro National Park and within 2 miles (3 km) of Old Coach Road Bike Trail. The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Big Carrot - 19 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 23 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Turoa Ski Area - 42 min drive - 28.2 miles
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 51 min drive - 34.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Kebabs - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Ohakune Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Cyprus Tree - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home

Rivendell is an amazing 3 bedroom + loft Horopito holiday home. This home sits on a large section and features a secluded and private outlook, that has amazing views of Mt. Ruapehu and surrounding National Park. With space to sleep 10, this home is just the ticket for multiple families or larger groups looking for their next mountain escape.

Head out the sundeck at this home and take in the views of Mt. Ruapehu and the bush that surrounds this home. The house has plenty of green grass for younger family members to run around on and even has Alpacas on site, meaning you get the best of rural living just minutes from Horopito.

The interior of this home is spacious with a huge open plan living area with modern furnishings that are perfect for relaxing on after long days exploring. And with Sky TV & WiFi equipped there is plenty of things to keep you entertained while you relax from the comfort of the couches. The rooms are also light and large with 3 of the rooms leading out to the sundeck or upstairs balcony.

For winter stays, the home is also equipped with multiple potbelly fireplaces and plenty of wood to keep the fire burning through colder days.

A 15 minute drive from this home will have you in the heart of Ohakune, however if you feel like cycling the famous Old Coach Road and cycle trail to Ohakune is right by this home. You're perfectly situated between two skifields of Whakapapa and Turoa, which are just 30 minutes drive from the home, perfect for the skiers of the group.

Stunning views, comfortable living and great ammenities. Welcome to Rivendell!
As there is a shallow pond near the driveway, adults should closely supervise young children while outside to ensure they are safe around water.

Please note as the property is in the National Park, no open fires or open fire cooking is permitted. Outdoor cooking is strictly confined to the BBQ.
The cottage features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,561 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Rivendell Horopito Horopito
597322
Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home Horopito
Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home Private vacation home
Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home Private vacation home Horopito

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Horopito, just steps from Tongariro National Park. Old Coach Road Bike Trail is also within a driving distance of 1.4 mi.

Will I be able to park at Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Does Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home?

Yes, every cottage at Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home comes with a balcony/patio.

Rivendell - Horopito Holiday Home Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clint T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rivendell

Great place. The BBQ needs attention as flame was very low.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco I.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

A frustrating start but beautiful location

The property is as listed. Beautiful, well appointed and serene location close enough to everything. BUT it took over 30 minutes and several long distance phone calls to obtain the correct lockbox code to enter the property which was really frustrating after a long day's drive. I hope they sort that out.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hardeep B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautfiful place

Location, house, and generous space are amazing. The view of Tongariro National Park from the house is mesmerizing. The property manager is absolutely brilliant with communication and getting the house ready for you to welcome... :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Neta L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a lovely stay in this quiet bach

Enjoyed a warm stay not far from Whakapapa. Beautiful and big enough for two families
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis Gerardo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

Great place for a gateway. House fullnof space for activities. Stunning view. Just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great service

A lovely spot, bags of room inside, a wee way from shops and cafes etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dipti P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect and cosy

Lovely property for a group stay. Nice and cosy and very warm with fire places and heaters.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019