Vacation rentals in Desert Road

The Grumpy Trout Lodge #Outdoors on our #doorstep!

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 brand new, high quality accommodation specifically built for your ultimate comfort and experience. Choose your activity! We are in the midst of it. Please check out our ’guide books’ by clicking on my profile. There is plenty of information about what to do and walks to do with your dogs.

Tau Studio - Boutique Accommodation

Tau Studio is a boutique style chalet with a modern stylish decor and a hint of luxury. Everything is provided including top quality linen. It is very spacious but also has a lovely cosy, warm feel. Perfect for couples. It is based in the lovely quiet village of Rangataua which is only a 5-minute drive to Ohakune township where there are plenty of cafes, restaurants and shops. The winter offers fantastic skiing and snowboarding, and summer offers lots of walks, mountain biking and fishing.

"Be our Guest"-Self-contained unit in family home

A modern studio style self-contained unit on the ground floor of our family home in Turangi. A queen-sized bed in the main room. Small kitchenette with crockery & cutlery supplied, small fridge, microwave, electric frying pan, Freeview Smart TV and Wifi. Modern private bathroom. An additional small bedroom with a single bed is perfect for a 3rd guest or more space to spread out. Close to major attractions of the area and ideal to access the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Private access to unit.

Tongariro River House

Tastefully renovated fully equipt house and new sleepout. Fully insulated with double glazed windows. Large bathroom, gas hot water and large kitchen/dining/family room opening onto a large deck for alfresco living. Warm and cosy in winter (heatpump), shade in summer with large flat section of lawn, garden and trees. Very close to river within walking distance across the bridge to Turangi shops. Carport attached to house for dry access. Quiet street adjacent to the Tongariro River and park

PumiceTiny House, designer, OMG strawbale

So much in life these days is immediately known. We hope that when you arrive at Pumice Tiny House after seeing the photos of it in it's surrounds, that you will enter and explore the interior and hidden details with intrigue, surprise and delight. You'll experience a hand-crafted space that makes it a truly unique place to stay ... with its: cocooning comfort of straw bale, outdoor fire and water features and bespoke furniture and fittings. We look forward to welcoming you here.

Perfect for You @Motuoapa, Lake Taupo

Welcome to beautiful, peaceful Motuoapa exactly half way between Auckland and Wellington, 40 minutes to Whakapapa ski field, 35 minutes south of Taupō and 35 minutes to the Tongariro Crossing shuttle. Our guests love having everything provided for a comfortable stay plus the bonus of free unlimited WIFI and a 32 inch TV with Freeview and Smartvu. There is plenty of free parking available (with night time security lighting) and the space is entirely private. It’s perfect for you!

Cosy in the Centre of Ohakune

This one bedroom apartment is on the ground floor of our family home (we live on the 2nd and 3rd floors). It is in the middle of Ohakune, halfway between Turoa Junction and Ohakune centre. They're a walks close by, Turoa is 20 minutes drive away and we have a list of walks that are nearby and suit a range of people. Parking is right in front of the apartment as per the photos in the listing. Our house manual also has a list of the best spots in Ohakune to check out.

KUBO : FantailSuite [Self-Contained Hilltop Haven]

Gazing over the Ruapehu plateau is KUBO - our little house on a hill. We offer our bespoke private guest suite called “Fantail Suite”. Enjoy coffee from the lounge at sunrise, relax in bed as the sun sets or stargaze from the deck on a beautiful night. Located between Tongariro and Whanganui National Parks. A short drive to Turoa and Whakapapa ski fields yet outside the ‘busyness’ of ski town Ohakune. Ideal for a couple or a solo adventurer. NO CLEANING FEE.

Three Mountain Views - Linen Provided

Modern warm home designed for 2 families or large groups with stunning views of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Ruapehu from lounge and bedroom windows. Closest village to Tongariro Crossing and 15 minute drive to the snow.Central to activities such as mini golf,tramping,playground,supermarket and restaurants. BEDS MADE UP WITH LUXURY LINEN. Open fire to keep you warm with a modcon kitchen, bbq and drying room . WiFi available.