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Rangataua railway cottage

Rangataua vacation home with kitchen

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TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior detail
TV, books
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Rangataua/Ohakune, Manawatu-Wanganui
  • Place, Mountain Bike Station
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Carrot
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

Rangataua

In Rangataua .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Tongariro National Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Big Carrot with a stay here. Mountain Bike Station and Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mountain Bike Station - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Big Carrot - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 10 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Mountain Burgers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Mountain Rocks Cafe & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tiger Palace - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Rangataua railway cottage

Rangataua railway cottage.
This is the original Rangataua stationmasters cottage. Well positioned with a lovely outlook of the stunning Rangataua forest with the snowy Ruapehu peaks of Tahurangi and Girdlestone peaking over. Just 5 minutes drive to the mountain road and Ohakune junction.
If you don’t mind the odd passing train, this is a perfect base for snow adventure , bush walks and mountain biking.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Reusable cups
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 2:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Make sure all heaters and lights are tuned off
Check that all taps are firmly turned off, and that the water pump is not running (indicating that water is being released)
Please make sure that no food waste has been left in the landfill, Make sure that only specified recycling is left in the recycling bin (as per waste policy)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Guests must follow our low waste guidelines.

Pets

  • No pets 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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Rangataua Railway Rangataua
Rangataua railway cottage Rangataua
Rangataua railway cottage Private vacation home
Rangataua railway cottage Private vacation home Rangataua

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rangataua railway cottage to the airport?

This vacation home is 67.4 mi (106-min drive) away from the Whanganui (WAG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rangataua railway cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Rangataua railway cottage offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rangataua railway cottage ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Rangataua railway cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Rangataua railway cottage ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Rangataua railway cottage have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Rangataua railway cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Rangataua railway cottage to downtown Rangataua?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Rangataua.

Rangataua railway cottage Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nikunj

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasant stay at the property — cozy rooms, well-organized overall, and the location couldn’t be better. Everything was set up nicely, and it felt welcoming and comfortable. However, we did find a few areas that could be improved: some of the kitchen utensils weren’t clean, the kitchen setup could use a bit more organisation, and there was no shower gel provided. With a little more attention to these details, it would make for an even better experience.
Backside View.
Snow on my car!
7 am view with 0 degrees.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski trip 2024

We all really enjoyed staying at this house. It had everything we wanted and it was in a clean and tidy state. A Lovely location. The trains added to the enjoyment of staying there.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

depak k.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Dissappointed

There was rat poop on table and around microwave. Dirty towels and that also only 2 towels provided even adter paying u separtely only for linen and towels.. Had to leave 2 days before even aftr paying.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ciaran A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location and cheap. Nice views of Ruapehu. Beds not very comfortable but overall fine considering how cheap it was.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023