Sights

Set at the base of mountain road overlooking an area of outstanding natural beauty.
This is the ideal situation for visiting the Ruapehu region during summer (December - May).
Ideally situated for exploring many walks, mountain bike and horse trekking trails, with golf and fishing spots nearby.

Close to numerous bars, restaurants and cafes
Handy to railway station - main line Auckland, Hamilton, Ohakune, Palmerston North, Wellington

Activities in the area:
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Championship 18 hole golf course (half golf club set provided)


Tennis


Skiing and snowboarding (July to November only)


Trout fishing


Cycling and mountain biking


Tramping and hiking


Horse riding


4WD quad biking


Scenic flights - heli-scenics


Bungy jumping


Jet boat tours


Kayaking


Thermal pools (40 mins drive)


Alpine climbing


Train trips


Quiet bush walks through native bush


Department of Conservation (D.O.C summer program, December - January)
- booking required

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Chalet lounge

Chalet exterior

Chalet kitchen

Chalet interior

Chalet bedroom

Mountain view 1

Mountain view 2

Mountain view 3

Mountain view 4

Mountain view 5

Sunset landscape

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Chalet exterior 2

Township

Golf course

River track

Mountain track

Bush track

Snow frosted ponga


Secrets in snow

Remote landscape
Places to visit:
Waiouru Army museum
Whakapapa Village and visitor centre
The Grand Chateau
Bridge To Nowhere
Visit an active volcano in a World Heritage National Park
Guided hike to the famous crater lake
Countless walking tracks in and around Ohakune