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Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park

Holiday home in Erua with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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National Park, Central North Island
  • Place, Mount Ruapehu
  • Place, Whakapapa Ski Area
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

Erua

At this holiday home, you'll be 3.9 km (2.5 mi) from Tongariro National Park and 7.3 km (4.5 mi) from Fishers Track. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features a balcony, a living room and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .In proximity to this Erua holiday home you'll find Mount Ruapehu.
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What's nearby

  • Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 9 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 18 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 25 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Mangatepopo Trail Head - 30 min drive - 29.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnapps Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Spiral Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Macrocarpa Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Station - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Eivins Bar - ‬5 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

NOTE: We do not provide linen. Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to bring your own sleeping bag, pillow case and bath towels. We recommend a warm sleeping bag and slippers for your comfort.

We do not have WiFi for internet access.

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 groups.

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 or vaping allowed outside only.




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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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.

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park?

No, Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park?

No, pets are not allowed.