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Ruapehu's gorgeous 5-star OLD POST OFFICE's 3-4 Bdr West Wing

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor dining
Interior
TV, fireplace, books, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

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Entire apartment

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111399 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
The price is CA $332
CA $693 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7

About this property

Entire place

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

Ruapehu's gorgeous 5-star OLD POST OFFICE's 3-4 Bdr West Wing

Stunningly renovated iconic century-old Ōwhango Post Office furnished in a lavish Art Deco style, located in the heart of the Ruapehu District, on the edge of the Tongariro National Park.

Prestigious "5-Star Gold" grading by Qualmark.
Nightly rates based on two guests per Queen/Double bed - but don't hesitate to enquire about an alternative arrangement.

This listing is for the fully self-contained opulent WEST-WING which includes exclusive use of its Back Deck sauna., spa-pool and fire-pit with Cape Cod style seating ... perfect for toasting marshmallows to make s'mores!

NOTE:
The entire 7-Bedroomed whole BUNGALOW is also available to reserve for larger bookings.
Additionally the lower-priced 3-Bedroomed EAST-WING-ONLY includes a well-equipped Kitchen-Dining, Laundry and Bathroom.


WEST-WING AMENITIES:
> Romantic primary Bedroom with 4-poster Queen
> Stunning 'peacock' Bedroom with Double (the old Postmaster's Office)
> Pretty 'triple' bedroom with Double-Single Bunk Bed
> Uber cool 'Dorm' room with 4 x Single Beds
> Beautiful main Kitchen-Dining
> Stunning Gatsby style Lounge with fireplace
> Private backyard with Hot-tub spa-pool, Sauna cabin & Fire-pit
> Drying Room cupboard
> Gun Vault (for hunters)
> Washing Machine & Dryer
> Bathroom with Toilet, plus separate Shower (converted from the original Post Office phonebooth)
> Adjacent Garage available to securely store your outdoor gear incl bikes, skis, fishing-rods etc.
> Heat-pumps in the Lounge & Kitchen-Dining, plus Fire in the Lounge, plus heater in every bedroom, and electric blanket on every bed.
> Location of the iconic "42 Traverse" Selfie Wall


LOCATION - THE NORTH ISLAND'S OUTDOORS MECCA
Located in the heart of the Ruapehu District - outdoors capital of the North Island! - the UNESCO World Heritage Tongariro National Park's conservation areas start just 5-mins walk away at the end of the road, which is also a popular local world-class Fly-Fishing location.
Many of NZ's top walking hikes and top cycle trails are just 1-30mins away, including the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, the Timber Trail, Old Coach Rd, and 42 Traverse (which ends at our doorstep), plus NZ's two largest ski-fields Whakapapa & Turoa on Mt Ruapehu ... along with many other regional attractions including the Forgotten Highway, Bridge to Nowhere and mighty Whanganui River.


BEDROOM CONFIGURATIONS:
> The basic nightly rate includes up to 6 guests staying in the three Queen/Double bedrooms.
> 7th Guest can sleep in the Top Single Bunk in the 'Triple' bedroom
> 8-11 Guests also includes the Dorm Room with 4 x Single Beds
> NOTE: If you have less Couples and more Singles needing individual beds, you can simply book your reservation guest numbers as per these options to ensure you have the right number of individual beds to suit your unique needs. (Also, don't hesitate to message us with any questions - we're here to help in any way we can.)


IN SUMMARY:
This is an extraordinarily unique bespoke property, with its gorgeous rich art-deco decor full of authentic historic memorabilia and an impressive attention to detail ... you are stepping back a hundred years (but with all the mod cons).

The boutique OLD POST OFFICE LODGE Holiday Home's WEST-WING is especially perfect for small groups of singles/couples and/or families, who are desiring 4-star mid to high-end accom rich with character and nice finishing touches.


LOCATION IN DETAIL:
Quaint Ōwhango Village, is in the heart of the southern King Country, which is part of the National Park Ward of the Ruapehu District ... with its location known as "Basecamp to the Ruapehu Region!"

> End point for the 42 Traverse trail including the 42 Traverse selfie-wall located next to the Post Office's garage (start point of the trail 25-min drive)
> 1-min walk to fab Blue Hill Cafe & Ruapehu Shuttles HQ
> 5-min walk to pretty Ohinetonga Trail (Tongariro Conservation park) & world-class trout fly-fishing at the Whakapapa River
> 10-min drive to Blazing Adventures HQ (canoeing, jet-boating, fishing & more)
> 10-15 min drive to the historic Kakahi General Store and Kakahi glow-worms (can be seasonal)
> 15-mins south of Taumarunui Town (incl New World Supermarket & Forgotten World Adventures HQ)
> 15-mins north of National Park Village (incl superette, cafes, pubs, restaurants, Fisher Track)
> 25-mins north-west of Chateau Tongariro & Whakapapa Village (another 5-10 mins drive up the Bruce Rd on Mt Ruapehu to the Whakapapa Ski Field and the Sky Waka Gondola)
> 30-mins south of the Timber Trail's shuttles HQ
> 30-mins north of Horopito (Smash Palace, Old Coach Road trail, Tohunga Junction, Ruatiti Valley trail)
> 30-mins to Laurens Lavender Farm with Cafe & 30-mins to the super cute Nevelea Alpacas
> 35-40 mins drives to start & end of the legendary Tongariro Alpine Crossing trek (Ruapehu Shuttle's can do drop-off & pick-up)
> 40-mins north of pretty Ohakune Village with its lots of interesting shops (and the giant carrot kids playground).
> 50-mins west of Turangi Town (on the banks of the Tongariro River)
> 60-mins north of Turoa Ski Field on Mt Ruapehu
> 60-mins north-west of Waiouru & the excellent National Army Museum
> 50-60-mins west of southern Lake Taupo
> 75-mins north of Whanganui River Adventures HQ in Pipiriki (start point for tours to the extraordinary Bridge to Nowhere)
> 90-mins south-west of the major lakefront town of Taupo (also location of nearest domestic airport)


OUR COVID-19 PREVENTION DEEP-CLEANING PROTOCOLS
• Contactless self-check-in using Key Lockbox.
• For bookings not reserving the entire house, no areas are shared between West-Wing-only and East-Wing-only bookings (except garage storage for outdoor equipment).
• All rooms are ventilated before cleaning, and cleaning staff wear disposable gloves.
• We clean to remove dirt, then disinfect to kill germs, with a strong focus on all frequently touched surfaces (eg light switches, door-knobs, remote-controls, sink-taps, dishwasher & washer/dryer controls, lockbox keypads, hairdryer/straightener, kitchen appliances, kitchen condiments, kitchen/bathroom cabinet handles, etc), and vacuum cleaner emptied between guests.
• All bedroom Linen and bathroom Towels are washed at the highest heat seating recommended by their manufacturer.
• Supplies provided for guests of antibacterial hand soap, paper towels & tissues.

Property manager

MARY of Admin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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

About the area

Map
Owhango, National Park Ward, Ruapehu Dis, Manawatu-Wanganui

What's nearby

  • Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve - 7 min walk
  • Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence - 13 min drive
  • Taumarunui Domain - 16 min drive
  • Tongariro National Park - 24 min drive
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 39 South - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Owhango General Store - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruapehu's gorgeous 5-star OLD POST OFFICE's 3-4 Bdr West Wing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ruapehu's gorgeous 5-star OLD POST OFFICE's 3-4 Bdr West Wing?

As of Nov 5, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ruapehu's gorgeous 5-star OLD POST OFFICE's 3-4 Bdr West Wing on Nov 6, 2024 start from CA $332.15, excluding 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 Ruapehu's gorgeous 5-star OLD POST OFFICE's 3-4 Bdr West Wing?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruapehu's gorgeous 5-star OLD POST OFFICE's 3-4 Bdr West Wing?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ruapehu's gorgeous 5-star OLD POST OFFICE's 3-4 Bdr West Wing located?

Located in Owhango, this family-friendly apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Epic Cycle Adventures. Fishers Track is 12.1 mi (19.4 km) away.

Ruapehu's gorgeous 5-star OLD POST OFFICE's 3-4 Bdr West Wing Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

2 external reviews