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Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park

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Located near Tongariro National Park, Mountain Max's Lodge offers a peaceful rural retreat. Gather in the downstairs lounge with an in-built log fire or unwind on the sunny upstairs decking with views of Erua rainforest. The open-plan kitchen and dining area features a potbelly stove, ideal for self-contained stays.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 20

Popular amenities

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

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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.




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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

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

About the area

Map
National Park, Central North Island

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 - 36.0 km
  • Mangatepopo Trail Head - 30 min drive - 29.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Spiral Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Macrocarpa Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Camo Kai Takeaway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Eivins Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Station - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Tongariro National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Old Coach Road Bike Trail and Raurimu Spiral are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Mountain Max's Lodge in Tongariro National Park Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joshua H.

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

Great pad

Awesome little lodge to stay at. Plenty of room and plenty of utensils.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giri M.

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

Perfect Stay for Family and Friends!

My family and friends had a great time, and the accommodation was just what we needed. Everything was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. We truly enjoyed our time there and appreciate your attention to detail. We’ll definitely recommend your place to others and hope to return in the future!🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Sallynne G.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the house. Will definitely go back!

Easy communication and location is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Bharat C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Good

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nisha C., auckland, new zealand

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Kiharoa M.

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

Massive trip to the snow

Awesome location and hosts were super helpful. Host had lit fires for us so that the house was warm and ready for us to arrive. Heaps of beds, and 2 separate areas which made it easy to run 2 different activities at once with our youth. Will definitely return with another group in the future!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruby H.

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

Amazing experience

Everything was absolutely fantastic - very tidy, great location, gorgeous lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elisse M., auckland, New zealand

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

Great stay for big groups

Booking with Max was a breeze, was very accomodating for our change in dates due to covid. The property was in great condition, had everything we needed, and more. Will for sure book again. Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Joanne K.

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

Great stay

Great time we had so much fun. Lots of wood/ fuel for the fire. Warm house
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Blanche B.

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

Great place to getaway with friends!

This was the perfect spot for a weekend getaway with friends - unfortunately, the weather prevented us from heading up the mountain but we were able to hunker down in the cosy lounge for games. Facilities were great for cooking, and I was impressed by the waste collection set up!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Niel P.

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

A must visit for anyone travelling to Mt Ruapehu

At a reasonable fee, this place was one-of-a-kind .we were 20 in number but the house was so large it generously accommodated everyone very comfortably. The moment we entered the property on the 31st July , it was spotless and everything was in perfect order. Max, the property owner was easily contactable long b4 the day of our journey. He provided immediate answers to any queries we had . The property owners were generous and very welcoming too. I'll be sure to recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anumod D.

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

Perfect place for a big group

Spacious place. Excellent communication Host is just a phone call away Nice and quiet location Will come again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Great Accommodation for a Large Group

The lodge is perfect for a large group. No frills and basic, but Plenty of space and fire kept us warm. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Omar K.

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

Nice and Quiet place

An excellent place to stay for a get away escape...
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

bryce j.

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

Great roomy accomodation

Had a great time easy to keep warm with fire’s and plenty of room for all of us owners we’re easy to deal with
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shawn A.

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

Exceeded expectations!

Fantastic property. Very close to the ski field. Much warmer than I was expecting. Very comfortable bunks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Farhan S.

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

Great place for time together with friends

Max has provided a great lodge at convenient price to have an awesome time together with your family friends. We were 5 families and 20 altogether. House was warm and spacious and only 17 min to whakapapa and 20 min to ohakune. Thanks Max for checking in on us and making us feel welcome.

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

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

Loved the house!

Loved the house for our big family get together. Lots of room, beds and great location for the mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019