Bach of the week
6:00AM
Wednesday April 09, 2008
The Ski House in Rangataua has stunning views of Mt Ruapehu. Photo / Supplied
Related nzherald links:
- Count on the unexpected at Ruapheu (+photos)
Where?
It's never too early to start planning your next ski holiday and Rangataua, bordering Ohakune, is a five-minute drive to the entrance of Turoa ski-field, on Mt Ruapehu.
But there's more to this area than snow. In the warmer weather it's also a great place to base yourself for tramping, fishing or a climb to Ruapehu's crater lake. Waiouru Army Museum is a 20-minute drive away.
What:
The Ski House boasts beautiful wooden floors and a matai crafted kitchen. Its open-plan with French doors leading off the lounge, dining room and bedroom on to decks with breathtaking views of Mt Ruapehu.
Cost:
On application.
See: "target="new">www.holidayhouses.co.nz
- Detours, HoS
