The Park Home Base, National Park

7.8

Good

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Explore the area

National Park, National Park

Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park5 min walk
Tongariro National Park11 min drive
Whakapapa Ski Area21 min drive
Taupo (TUO)78 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Double Room

1 Queen Bed

Double Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

A perfect base for friends and family to explore the exciting adventure playground of the Tongariro National Park and the Central Plateau. During the winter all mountain activities are easily accessible. The famous Tongariro Crossing and Outdoor pursuits include skiing, snowboarding, hiking, cycling, 4wd offroading, fishing and hunting. Plenty of off street parking.Tongariro Crossing Shuttle next door. RAL mountain shuttle 2min walk away, next to the Station Cafe.
Spacious house with comfortable cosy beds. Children friendly.
An original Park House with 70's A frame addition to the front, this house is not pretty, more rustic, confused shabby chic. But it is warm and comfortable. Functions beautifully for friends and family time together who are more interested in getting on the mountain than just looking at it. ( mountain view ) Come back to the Base House apres ski and kick back. Relax. Cook up a storm in the big kitchen or eat out at the cafes/pubs within walking distance and recuperate ready for the next days adventures.
The beds have Egyptian cotton linen, the bunks have cosy fleece bottom sheets. All beds have a 100% nz wool blanket and goose feather down duvets. Electric blankets on all beds except 2 top bunks.
Late book out if no other bookings the next day. Get in another day on the hill and come back to change before heading out.
Special conditions:
Families preferred.
Smoking allowed outside only.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay) Linen (Required, NZ$15.00 per person)

Property manager

TiraP4

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Event attendees must be house guests

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 22 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking is permitted outside in enclosed porch

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10

Note from host: Event attendees must be house guests

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

National Park Village

This holiday home is located in National Park Village. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Mount Ruapehu. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.

National Park, National Park

What's nearby

Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 5 min walk
Tongariro National Park - 11 min drive
Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 12 min drive
Whakapapa Ski Area - 21 min drive
Turoa Ski Area - 42 min drive

Getting around

Taupo (TUO) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

Schnapps Bar - 12 min walk
Eivins Bistro Bar - 7 min walk
The Station Cafe and Restaurant - 7 min walk
Basekamp - 1 min walk
Macrocarpa Cafe - 14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Park Home Base, National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at The Park Home Base, National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Park Home Base, National Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Park Home Base, National Park located?

Situated in National Park Village, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Tongariro National Park and Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km).

7.8

Good

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Isaac L.

21 Aug 2023

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

Cozy place to stay (in general)

The place in overall is quite good and decent. Plenty of space to store all those skiing and snowboarding gear. But, the shower is either ice-cold or lava.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Paul F.

8 Aug 2021

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

Skiing

Clean, Warm - Priced for what you get. Will recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Joan L.

16 July 2021

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

Quirky and comfortable

Great for families loved having the open fire and plenty of wood to burn. My friend and I enjoyed cooking in the very well equipped kitchen . Beds were comfortable and warm

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H.

20 June 2021

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

nice warm place to stay

we enjoyed staying here! was super warm and had lots of room

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Adrienne W.

16 Sept 2020

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

National Park stay

A welcoming family home.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by TiraP4

A hippy at heart

Why they chose this property

This house was originally built to serve the timber mill workers.
The A frame was added to the front in the 80's and it was used as a ski lodge when bus loads of skiers travelled down from Auckland.
Then I bought it as a base for my family close to the mountains. The Waimarino is my traditional turangawaewae, where my tribe belongs, and where I am from.
For many years it was a family holiday retreat, then I started letting the house out for the ski season when the school needed accommodation for skiing students.
I like to maintain a comfortable family atmosphere in the house. There are enough beds for a large family or two. Somewhere to relax and enjoy time together, playing, eating, and having fun.

What makes this property unique

The best thing about the house is its location. It is close to everything there is to offer in National Park.
Joys Dairy is next door, the Ski Academy Gym is on the other side. Several Cafe's, Bars, and Ski/Bike/Snowboard rentals are within 2 minutes walk.
Most of the Tongariro Crossing transporters are just a few doors away from the house. Pick up is in front of the house.
The Park n Ride Carpark for the mountain shuttles is at the end of Ward St, just 2 minutes walk away.

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