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Turangi by the River

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The house
The Hydro Pool is a minute's walk away at the end of the road.
the driveway from the front deck - the living room opens onto this deck.
The Hydro Pool at end of the road
A view from the driveway

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Turangi, Turangi
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Hall - 2 single beds

1 Child Bed

Master Suite/Mezzanine

1 Queen Bed

Room 1 - 3 single Beds

1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

Room 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Turangi by the River

50 metres from the Hydro Pool, one of the famous trout fishing pools on the Tongariro River, at the end of a cul de sac. Surrounded by bush, it is secluded, private and quiet. You fall asleep at night listening to the sound of the river. The living/dining area opens onto a sunny deck. There's a large lawn out the front. In winter, crank up the woodburner fire place - perfect after a day's skiing on Mt Ruapehu: Whakapapa only 45 mins away! Walk over to the Major Jones swing bridge and follow easy tracks alongside the river or head to beautiful Lake Taupo, the hot pools at nearby Tokaanu, or Taupo town 40 minutes away.
Please note that this is a basic fishing cottage, not a flash, modern bach. Shabby chic is the vibe. Please bring your own linen and towels, including tea towels.
Special conditions:
Please note that we do not provide linen, towels or tea towels. This is a basic bach as is reflected in the price.

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); keep a stash of wood beside the fireplace if you can.

Property manager

Guy, Katherine, Andy, Rupert, Kristin

Languages

French, Greek

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 00

About the area

Turangi

Located in Turangi, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupo. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Turangi, Turangi

What's nearby

  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • River Vineyard - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 18 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Licorice Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Thyme For Food - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Coffee Shop - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Turangi by the River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Turangi by the River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Turangi by the River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Turangi by the River located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and within 3 miles (5 km) of Tongariro National Trout Centre and River Vineyard. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Lake Taupo are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 142 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steezy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pre Winter break
Just what i needed. Calm little weekend away in comfort. Will certainly miss waking up to the sunrise in the loft bedroom, and listening to the Tongariro River while reading with a cuppa
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic
Nice property in a quiet area. Lots of walks and views nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
Basic yet adequate for our needs. Would recommend to anglers who want to be close to the river. Nice quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Zef F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic & Cozy
Beautiful spot by the river. The Bach is well set up with furniture, cutlery and bedding (BYO sheets) and has all the basics, ideal for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

rhonda p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
This was a lovely place, we'll set up and comfortable. We enjoyed our time there and would definitely come back if we stay in Turangi again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nic H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip
Excellent place to stay. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Luke T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Great simple batch. Was a great base camp while exploring the region.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Monty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice simple bach!
Rustic bach but that's reflected in the price. Overall very happy and would return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robbie B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay, great location by river.
We always enjoy staying here with a couple of friends for an annual getaway. Great location right on the river. Although at the start of this stay we were greeted with unwashed, food laden dishes and rubbish etc left from previous guests which we had to clean up.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Another great stay, will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Perfect rustic bach for enjoying Turangi and the Tongariro river
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

stephan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good weekend
Just what we needed vir the boys fishing trip
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keiko G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Place
Location was perfect, spacious house, amazing views, comfy bedding!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Joanne B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simple bach close to the river
A simple no frills bach which suited our needs. Great location. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Mandi A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Back to basics
Basic cabin which is great for family time. No tv or wifi. And the river is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nick V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good kiwi bach
Comfortable beds and cosy with fire and heaters on very cold nights. Basic bach but everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break
Walking by river amazing with autumn colours. House cozy plenty of space. Loads of parking. Quiet private spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew C.

Liked: Communication, location
Great Location
A good basic retreat. The walk around the river is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility
Relaxing, quiet. Excellent spot to unwind after hiking in the National Park. Plenty of room. Well stocked. Only thing missing was clothes washing facilities but there is a Laundrette in Turangi.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a quiet break
very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. Can’t wait to book again
Suited our needs perfectly. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Turangi getaway
Peaceful and warm
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice homely kiwi bach
Our family had a great stay, nice and cosy with a homely feel. lots of space for the kids to be inside and outside! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nic H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Turangi
Great place to stay. The river is one house away. Private and has everything I needed. Great fire.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Annika U.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location, but to many animals living in the house
The location is good, with easy access to Taupō and Tongariro, the house itself is nice, but there were at least 3 different families of birds nesting inside the walls and ceiling of the property. The noise and the smell was very off putting. I’m not sure if the property is cleaned aside from when the previous guests leave, and the carpets were covered in dead flies that had gotten trapped inside, so I’m not sure when that last was.The instructions for check in were easy enough to follow and the directions to the property were clear, but in the end we found a different place to stay last minute due to the noise, smell, and lack of cleanliness. If we had booked with a larger group (as this property has true space) this wouldn’t have been possible.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Guy, Katherine, Andy, Rupert, Kristin

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What makes this property unique

Lovely deck and easy going feel. Very very close to a great fishing pool. 45 minutes from Whakapapa ski field. Warm and welcoming.

Languages:

French, Greek