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Great place to stay for large groups or families

Cottage in Horopito with kitchen and fireplace

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Fireplace
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
David Fisken Lodge is the perfect base to explore the area, with plenty of space for kids to run around outside on its 1.5 acres. Enjoy beautiful views of Mt Ruapehu from the driveway and unwind after a day outdoors in this spacious lodge.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is AU$343
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

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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 place to stay for large groups or families

This property is perfect for large groups or multiple families.

The David Fisken Lodge is situated between, but slightly closer, to Ohakune (10 mins) and National Park (20 mins).

It is also close to the Horopito end of the Old Coach Road cycle route.

Set on a large property so there's plenty of space for the kids to run around outside; set on roughly 1.5 acres.

Drying room - which could be used for bike storage during summer.

Beautiful views of Mt Ruapehu from driveway (see the photo).

Perfect place to use as a base to explore the area.

* Mobile coverage is variable inside, fairly consistent outside!

Keywords:
Lodge Skiing Ruapehu Turoa Group Tramping Cycling Spacious
Special conditions:
This Lodge does not have a housekeeper to clean up after you, please do
a thorough job and leave it in a clean and tidy state. The money
generated goes back into the upkeep and management of the Lodge and
surrounding property by volunteers and any surplus goes towards a youth
group. Your help and support is appreciated.

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 amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
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 area

Map
Horopito, Central Plateau

What's nearby

  • Old Coach Road Bike Trail - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 13 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 13 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Big Carrot - 14 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 17 min drive - 21.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Big Mountain Burgers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lemongrass Thai Cuisine - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rice Bar & Food Ohakune - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kombi Coffee - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great place to stay for large groups or families pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great place to stay for large groups or families?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great place to stay for large groups or families on 6 Oct 2025 start from AU$342.70, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Great place to stay for large groups or families?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great place to stay for large groups or families?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great place to stay for large groups or families located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Old Coach Road Bike Trail and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Tongariro National Park. The Dinosaur House and Ratana Church are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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