River Lodge

Taupo & the Ruapehu Region


In a rural setting 8km from town, backing onto the Mangawhero River, this charming property has three double rooms in the house and two very cosy chalets. The chalets have private hot tubs, open fireplaces and rocking chairs on the porch. If that’s not relaxing enough, grab the hammock.

If you have success in the river – there's direct access from the property – there's also a fish smoker.


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