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Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground

Riverfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior detail
Smart TV
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground

Riverfront holiday home with kitchen and patio
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities and a garden. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Selena

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking/no vaping

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: No pets

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: No children (0-15 years)

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
Note from host: No parties or events
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 first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

51066_M-181676

About the area

Map
Taumarunui, King Country

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine's Cafe & Thai Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bakehouse Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ruddies Place Cafe Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Laurens Lavender - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Taumarunui Hospital and within 3 miles (5 km) of Rangaroa Domain and Taumarunui Domain. Hakiaha Street and Taumarunui Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kama C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Holiday Home

Property was just what we needed for our short break. Close to town but with an ‘away from it all’ feeling. House was extremely clean and tidy. Kitchen was well stocked with all the equipment we needed for cooking our own meals. Lovely sunny spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

George V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perth Team

Great location easy going owner always happy to help and always accurate info regarding property access , accommodation real clean and well presented , would highly recommend and book again 👌👌👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perth Team

Amazing property and really neat and tidy accommodation house, owners really accommodating and friendly would definitely recommend and rebook when back in New Zealand
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house, location and gardens

The property is lovely, the gardens exceptional. The kitchen and bbq have all you need to cook.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024