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Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park

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Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park

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TV, fireplace, DVD player
Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
National Park, Central North Island
  • Popular LocationTongariro National Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWhakapapa Ski Area25 min drive
  • Popular LocationTuroa Ski Area36 min drive
  • AirportTaupo (TUO)81 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 20
Bedroom 1
    6 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    6 twin/single beds
Bedroom 3
    4 twin/single beds
Bedroom 4
    4 twin/single beds
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    No shower or bathtub
Bathroom 4
    No shower or bathtub

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About the area

Erua

In Erua .At this Erua vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Tongariro National Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Fishers Track. Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and Old Coach Road Bike Trail is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 7 min drive
  • Tongariro National Park - 8 min drive
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 15 min drive
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 25 min drive
  • Turoa Ski Area - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Schnapps Bar - 4 min drive
  • Eivins Bistro Bar - 5 min drive
  • The Station Cafe and Restaurant - 5 min drive
  • Basekamp - 6 min drive
  • Macrocarpa Cafe - 4 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.

Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park

Perfect for groups, Mountain Max's Lodge is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom dwelling in the historic mill town of Erua, 6 km South of National Park and adjacent to the Tongariro National Park. Enjoying a peaceful, rural location about 5 minutes drive from National Park township, Mountain Max's Lodge offers ideal self-contained accommodation for larger group get-aways.

Mountain Max's Lodge includes a lounge downstairs with an in-built log fire, plus a sunny upstairs lounge that flows onto decking with views of the Erua rain forest and the North Island Main Trunk railway line. Downstairs, the open plan kitchen and dining area has a potbelly stove with wetback.

The 4 bedrooms are situated downstairs. Bedrooms 1 and 3 include 3 single bunk sets, while bedrooms 2 and 4 each have 2 single bunk sets.

Downstairs, there are 2 showers, 2 toilets and an automatic washing machine. A drying room is available for wet gear or lock up for storage.

This is an excellent group set up for mountain based activities, family reunions and educational or social getaways. Bring your mountain bikes and enjoy easy access to a range of new cycle trails including the Marton Sash and Door tramway and Fishers Track.

Mountain Max's Lodge is the ideal setting for groups looking to get away and explore Tongariro National Park!

Minimum 2 nights stay.

Smoking allowed outside only.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to bring your own bath towels.

Property manager

MaxC4775

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets 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
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 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

Property is also known as

Mountain Max's Lodge Tongariro National Park
Mountain Max's Lodge Tongariro
Mountain Max's Tongariro National Park
Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park Erua

Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jo Sallynne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place!
We are so happy with the place. Kids love sleeping in the bunk beds. We got everything we need in the kitchen. There were lots of movies to watch in the TV. The house was warm when you started heating up the fireplace. The host was very helpful and even allowed us to check in early and check out late due to some delayed situations. Thank you and we appreciate much of your kindness to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sydney C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and very warm house
The location is great going to the ski field and how easy it is to still pick up some grocery center in the nearby petrol station. The house is also very warm with the fireplaces in the kitchen and lounge so we didnt need to even have the heaters on in each room. We have 5 kids under 6 and 10 adults and we have not even used up all beds and rooms :) Thanks Max for the lovely stay and we will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Murray D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for 20 people
Very nice location, the network a little bit down but the rest was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the house. Will definitely go back!
Easy communication and location is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Bharat C.

Good family experience
A great house for family or small groups to stay. The place is quite spacious for kids to enjoy. The only thing I noted was a few spider webs in some rooms which can be creepy for people sleeping in upper bunks. We cleaned them for our rooms so wasn't a big deal. The location is also well suited to travellers wanting to explore either side of the snow mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jomer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was so good everyone happy
it is good no problem at all hope to see you again. Thanks and regards Jomer family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nayana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
It was really nice experience. The owner was really kind and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shri L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nisha C., auckland, new zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot for the family
What a great way to enjoy our winter holiday with our family from the Dessert (Alice Springs). The facilities were awesome everything we needed. Great cooking and serving. House was warm and cosy. Was absolutely awesome to arrive with Max greeting us and all the fires up and running with no end of wood to keep going. Thoroughly enjoyed the location nice and central and overall everyone had fun. Thanks Max for the awesome hospitality and for keeping us well stocked and clearing our rubbish :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of space
We had a great stay at Max’s lodge. There we’re 15 of us and it never felt like like we’re on top of each other. There was somewhere fir the kids to play and the adults to relax. The place had all the things we needed for a great trip away with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021