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Tongariro Riverside holiday house

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Turangi, Turangi
  • Place, Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Taupō
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Turangi

Located within a leisurely stroll of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of River Vineyard. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lake Taupō - 5 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Tongariro National Park - 6 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 45 min drive - 37.0 miles
  • Huka Falls - 54 min drive - 41.9 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delta Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Turangi Bridge Motel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ky Fast Food - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Turangi Fish & Chips, Chicken & Roast - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Tongariro Riverside holiday house

Traditional family bach (holiday home) situated 25 metres from the banks of the Tongariro river. Easy access to the famous trout fishing river and all walking and biking 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.
A fish 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.
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.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Tongariro Riverside House
Tongariro Riverside Holiday House Turangi
Tongariro Riverside Holiday House Private vacation home
Tongariro Riverside Holiday House Private vacation home Turangi

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Turangi, close to Tongariro National Trout Centre, Tokaanu Thermal Pools, and Lake Rotopounamu. You'll also find Lake Taupō and River Vineyard within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Tongariro Riverside holiday house a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen along with a garden.

Does Tongariro Riverside holiday house have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Taupō Airport (TUO), which is 27.4 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Tongariro Riverside holiday house?

Yes, every accommodation at Tongariro Riverside holiday house comes with a balcony.

Reviews

Tongariro Riverside holiday house Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 266 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Helpful owner. Will come back again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved our stay 10 out of 10 for everything we were sadden to leave kids enjoyed we enjoyed the owner of the home has made sure to make this property a home away from home for sure and we are already planning on coming back very very soon
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cozy bach in a stunnung area
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jase at Aces R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great facility
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

julian s.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was good, spent most of the time on the river ;-)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing lodge just the way you like it..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely time here, perfect for our little family. Really beautiful walk along the river and so nice to sit in front of a cozy fire. Particularly good hot shower given our cold weather!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy K.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Top Turangi Choice

I'd guess it's our 4th or 5th stay, our preferred base when venturing down to try our luck on the rivers. Basic but everything we need is included. We really enjoy the heavy flow shower and the pre diner drink spot overlooking the river...remembering always to bring camp chairs. Thanks again for letting us stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely bach, well located by the river and with everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S., Wellington, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Another great fishing break at this place. I think its the third or fourth time we have stayed. I can highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fish and Trail

A 3 night stay with a warm fire at night
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter retreat

Great spot on the river with a cosy warm fire
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Revin J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice place with a beautiful walk trial and hanging bridge near by

Nice and cosy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A place like heaven, a place on the Tongariro Riverbeautif house, a th
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Nathan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mold Pit - the property stunk so badly. Had to open all the windows immediately. I'm an environmental consultant for my work and have met a lot of people who's health has been really messed up by mold. I was traveling with my father on this trip and he not very sensitive much of anything and he slept on the couch with the windows open because it stunk the least. Lots of stuff is very "surface" level clean. The smell of the pillows made me almost throw up. Smelled like old sweat and urine. You have to put your own bedding on the beds which was different - some of the sheets smelled clean some smelt horrible so not sure what was clean or not. Found mold in the washing machine... We came this this area to hike Tongariro and there was a stupid Rahui (a ban) put over the park the night before our hike for the rest of the time in New Zealand. We left a day early and booked another place it was such a horrible experience. Also the doors had marks on them which appears someone tried to break in before. Good riddance would never stay again and I high recommend you avoid. Emailed the owners and asked for a refund for one night but no response. No big deal though. If you value air quality and a clean place I'd recommend avoiding. Too bad this beautiful area was ruined by an unclean property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joerg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay

Our second stay. We love this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness

Turangi

2nd time staying here. Lovely area with the river behind. Very clean and cosy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serene B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely house with a lovely view on the riverside

Lovely house with a lovely view right on the riverside. Birdsong and sunbathing bunnies were our morning wake up. The mountains are an easy drive to get to and Taupo Centre also not too far. There were a couple of things I needed to connect about with the owner and had a reply in good time. They showed support. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kira V.

Disliked: Cleanliness

What’s in the listing isn’t true

The location is nice. I check in. We couldn’t find the lockbox as there’s no instructions to where it was and host get back to us when we asked that quick. There’s no pool which was In the listing, no Wi-Fi which was in the listing, There were two bikes which the listing said, but they were completely on rideable. The house is not clean when we arrived, bathrooms were pretty disgusting and leftover food in the refrigerator, which was unplugged and open. Overall bad stay . I’ve reported them to VRBO since their listing specifies certain things, but does not have them. Host made no attempt to make anything correct And they took forever to respond if and when they did.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

We loved the location and beauty of the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot

It's the third time we've stayed at the Riverside House, it's a well maintained, basic two bedroom house right on the river. The best spot in Turangi as far as we are concerned.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay

Absolutely gorgeous property in a super tranquil area. We had the best time disconnecting and relaxing. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024