Title: The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin! Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33909900/33909850/270-317426a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33909900/33909850/194b8a6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33909900/33909850/2b5fe462.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33909900/33909850/180-a4822794.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33909900/33909850/ef32ff5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near Turangi, Grumpy Trout Lodge offers a modern retreat with underfloor heating and an open-plan living area featuring a fireplace. Unwind in the cozy lounge or prepare for adventure in the quality kitchen. Explore nearby Red Hut Bridge Pool and Tongariro River walking trail, or drive to Tongariro National Park within 45 minutes. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51507 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin! Welcome to the ‘Grumpy Trout Lodge’! Your cosy, modern home away from home on State Highway One, 5 minutes driving distance South of Turangi where you will find all amenities, cafes and restaurants. This is a high quality accommodation, specifically built for your ultimate comfort and experience. The #outdoors is on our #doorstep. Choose your activity. We are in the midst of it! Featuring underfloor heating in the entrance way and both bathrooms. Open plan living with modern, quality kitchen and dining, as well as a cosy lounge area with fire place. Two bedrooms with king size beds that can be converted into comfortable singles and a sofa bed in the entrance area for the extra person or guest. Whatever your activity, The ‘Grumpy Trout’ is only minutes away from the action; fly fishing, mountain biking or tramping. Red Hut Bridge Pool and the Tongariro River walking and biking trail are within walking distance. A mere 45 minutes’ drive to Tongariro National Park with walking tracks catering for all capabilities, and the same distance to Whakapapa Ski Field for all those winter activities. For the more adventuresome, the beginning of the Tongariro Alpine crossing is 20 minutes from the front gate. To make your experience extra special there will always be plenty of firewood. Outside is a covered fish cleaning and fish smoking area as well as a drying/storage room for your outdoor gear. In the drying room there is also a clothes dryer. Wifi is provided by Starlink. In the lounge, a TV-monitor and a DVD-player for movie nights with a generous DVD librarywhere. Chrome casting and TV is not available. We are happy to welcome your pets (as in dogs), but as a courtesy, please consult with us beforehand. We do have a dog ourselves, Ziggy, a huntaway x. There is no kennel available for outdoor dogs. Our property has got a 30 meter deer fence towards State HighwayOne. Surrounding the rest of the property is a stock-standard wire-fence 90cm high with gaps of 25x33 cm. A very agile dog could jump it. Small, slim and curious dogs could get through it. When vehicles enter or leave the property, any pet needs to be managed. During long weekends, we prefer a booking of a minimum of 3 days, and during Christmas and New Year, 4 days. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### 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 - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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Please lock gate when leaving the property. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 10 kg per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Please se property information. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 This property uses solar energy 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 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 required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Fishing Outdoor Paradise Your Doorstep Fishing Outdoor Paradise Your Doorstep Rangipo Fishing Outdoor Paradise Your Doorstep House Fishing Outdoor Paradise Your Doorstep House Rangipo Fishing Outdoor Paradise Your Doorstep House Rangipo Fishing Outdoor Paradise Your Doorstep House Fishing Outdoor Paradise Your Doorstep Rangipo Fishing Outdoor Paradise Your Doorstep House Rangipo Fishing Outdoor Paradise Your Doorstep House Fishing Outdoor Paradise Your Doorstep Rangipo Fishing and Outdoor Paradise on Your Doorstep! Rangipo Fishing Outdoor Paradise on Your Doorstep! Fishing Outdoor Paradise Your Doorstep Fishing and Outdoor Paradise on Your Doorstep! Rangipo Fishing and Outdoor Paradise on Your Doorstep! Rangipo Fishing Outdoor Paradise on Your Doorstep! ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-39.03613%2C175.81577&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ckgUG4uAsQuV4hGvEsdqo15FIro=) Rangipo, Turangi #### What's nearby - Tongariro National Trout Centre - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles - Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 4.1 miles - Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 8 min drive - 7.1 miles - Lake Taupō - 9 min drive - 8.0 miles - River Vineyard - 14 min drive - 5.2 miles #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Delta Coffee - ‬5 min drive - ‪Turangi Fish & Chips, Chicken & Roast - ‬4 min drive - ‪Turangi Bridge Motel - ‬5 min drive - ‪Ky Fast Food - ‬5 min drive - ‪Turangi Bakery & Cafe - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking at The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin!? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Grumpy Trout Lodge; let the adventure begin! located? > This family-friendly Rangipo holiday home is located on a river, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Tongariro National Trout Centre, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre. Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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