Title: Railside Chalet - Raurimu Holiday Home 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 # Railside Chalet - Raurimu Holiday Home Holiday home in Raurimu with kitchen ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120040000/120039600/120039501/2fbbc3c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120040000/120039600/120039501/2d40bb0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120040000/120039600/120039501/4fbc04e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120040000/120039600/120039501/4458d939.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120040000/120039600/120039501/60380475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Railside Chalet - Raurimu Holiday Home provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Railside Chalet - Raurimu Holiday Home With fully carpeted interiors and rustic pine ceilings, the chalet exudes a warm, inviting atmosphere - the perfect base for your Ruapehu adventure. The open-plan kitchen, lounge, and dining area is the heart of the home, complete with a heat pump and woodburner to keep you cosy in every season. Entertainment is easy with Wi-Fi, Freeview TV, a selection of DVDs, and a variety of games including Monopoly, Scrabble, and playing cards. Outside, a barbecue area with a large picnic table makes relaxed alfresco meals a delight. Sleeping up to six guests, Railside Chalet is designed for comfort and flexibility. The main bedroom features an ensuite and an adjoining study/dressing room - ideal for quiet time or remote work. A second bathroom and separate toilet are conveniently located near the remaining two bedrooms, making it easy for families or groups to spread out. For active getaways, practical features include a lock-up bike shed and a secure drying room for boots, skis, and snowboards, complete with a tumble dryer - so all your gear is ready for the next day’s adventures. Adding to its unique charm, the famous spiral railway line runs along the bottom of the property, a highlight for history and rail enthusiasts. Adventure is never far away, with Whakapapa Ski Field just 16 minutes’ drive, Turoa less than an hour, and the Sky Waka gondola only 16 minutes. In summer, enjoy cycling and walking tracks, rafting, and the renowned Tongariro Crossing. Cosy, practical, and perfectly located - Railside Chalet is your home away from home in the heart of Ruapehu. Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.Please be aware that there is a small running stream located behind the property which is unfenced. Extra care should be taken especially with children. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34626600/34626509/f5ddae60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ruapehu Chalet - Scottbase on 20% DISCOUNT National Park - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 67 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=34626509&PinnedHotelID=34626509&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89360000/89350900/89350863/adae355d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy chalet with access to all year adventures National Park - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 40 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=89350863&PinnedHotelID=89350863&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34004200/34004151/877c4128.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa Raurimu - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 146 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=34004151&PinnedHotelID=34004151&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31510000/31500100/31500030/a602a188.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cottage w/ Wood Fired Hot Tub. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 660284 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-39.113903,175.40056&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:xpumFo%7Cpm%60%40%3FU%3FQ%3FS%40S%3FS%40U%40Q%40U%40QBU%40Q%40SBSBSBQBUBQDQBUDQDQBSDQDQFQDQFQFQDSFQFQFOFQHOFOHOFOHQHMHOHOHMHOJOHKJMJOHKJOJKJKJKLKJKJKLKJILKLILKJGLILILGLGNILELILENGLGLENELENENALENCLENCNANCLANCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FLCN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%40LBN%40NBNDLBNDN%40LDLDNDNDLFLFLDNDLHLHLFLFLHLHLFLJJHLJLHJJLJJJJJJJJJJJJNJJJNHLJJHNHNHLJNHNHLFNHPFNHNFNFPHNFPFPDRFPDPFPDPDPDPDRDPBPDTBPBPBTBPBRBRBR%40P%40T%40PBT%3FP%40T%40R%3FR%40R%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FPAT%3FPATAR%3FPCTAPATAPCTCPCTCPCRCRCPERCREPEPEPEPEPGPERGPEPGPGPINGPGNIPGLIRGLINILKNININILKJILKNKJKNKJKJKJKJKLMJKJMHMHKHMJMFMHMHMFMHMHMFODMDMHMDODODMDMDOBODM%40ODOBO%40MBOBO%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOBO%3FO%3FMCO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAMCOCOAOCMEOAMEOCOEMEOEMEMEOIMEMGMEOIMIMGMIMIKGMKMIMIKIMKKKKMMKKKKKKKKOIKKOKMIKKMIOIOIOIMIOIQGOIMGQIOGQGOGQGQEQGQGSEQGQEQEQCQEQESCSEQCSCSCQCUCQAUAQCUAQAUAQAS%3FUAQ%3FU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AQX9jWAo4aoiiZ1QBcPsL0uGks8=) National Park, Mt Ruapehu #### What's nearby - Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles - Tongariro National Park - 15 min drive - 10.2 miles - Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 23 min drive - 17.7 miles - Whakapapa Ski Area - 30 min drive - 21.5 miles - Mangatepopo Trail Head - 35 min drive - 20.1 miles #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 78 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Schnapps Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Macrocarpa Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Spiral Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Eivins Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Station - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Railside Chalet - Raurimu Holiday Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Railside Chalet - Raurimu Holiday Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Railside Chalet - Raurimu Holiday Home? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Railside Chalet - Raurimu Holiday Home located? > Situated in Raurimu, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Raurimu Spiral and within 6 miles (10 km) of Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Tongariro National Park and Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question