Title: The Flax Cottage - National Park Holiday Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Flax Cottage - National Park Holiday Home Vacation home in National Park Village with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119444500/119444402/d1be5063.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119444500/119444402/w1920h1278x0y3-1cfabccb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119444500/119444402/w1920h1278x0y3-a6d54147.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119444500/119444402/95091382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119444500/119444402/3df879ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Flax Cottage - National Park Holiday Home provides a garden and more. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom1399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly ## 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 Flax Cottage - National Park Holiday Home Styled with earthy tones, warm timber, and handcrafted boho touches, this cozy and spacious holiday home invites you to slow down and settle in. Whether you’re coming back from a day on the mountain or curling up with a book by the fire, comfort and calm are around every corner. The open-plan living, dining and kitchen space is ideal for families and small groups. A modern heat pump and a wood-burning fireplace ensure year-round warmth, while the fully equipped kitchen includes thoughtful extras like a crockpot and a juicer for easy home-style meals. This National Park holiday home sleeps up to six guests across three bedrooms, making it a great option for families or friends travelling together. A modern bathroom and laundry facilities add to the convenience, while the attached carport right outside the back door makes arrival and departure a breeze - rain, shine or snow. The fully fenced, private section offers a safe space for kids to play or to unwind in the fresh alpine air. Plus, you’re only a short walk from local cafés and the bus stop offering access to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. With shuttle services to Mount Ruapehu just minutes away, adventure is always within reach - then return home to peaceful surroundings and relaxed mountain style. The Flax Cottage offers the perfect balance of boho comfort and outdoor convenience - your base for fresh air, family time and unforgettable memories. 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. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### 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 9.0 Wonderful 66 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=34626509&PinnedHotelID=34626509&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33010000/33003700/33003641/feae7d4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Traverse Cabin. 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special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as 659317 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-39.13377,175.41493&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7ElymFivsm%60%40%3FU%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40U%40S%40Q%40U%40Q%40UBQ%40UBQBUBQBSBSBQDSDSBODSDQDQFQDSDQFQFQDQHQFOFQFOHQFMHSHMHOFOJMHOHMHOJOJKHMJMJMJKJKJMJKLKJKLKJKLIJILILILGLILILGLILGNELILELENELENENELENCLCNCNCNALCNANCN%3FNCL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%3FNBN%40LBN%40NBL%40NDNBLDNDLDNDLDNDLDLHLDNFLHLFLHLHLFLHLHJHLHJJLJJJJJLJJLJJJJJLJLHLJJHNJNHLHNHLHNHNHLFRHLHPFNFPFNFPFPFPDPFNDPFTDPDPDRBNDRDRBPBRBRBPBTBP%40T%40PBT%40P%40T%40P%40R%40T%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FPATATAPATAPCRARARCPCTCPCTCPCPETEPCPEPEREPGRERGLEPGRGPGPGLGRGLIRILGPINILININILINKNILKJINKJKNKJKJKJMJKJKJMJKLMFKJMHMFMHMHMFMHMFOHMDMFMFODMDOBMFODMDO%40ODMBO%40OBM%40OBOBO%3FO%40M%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCM%3FOAO%3FOCOCMAOCOAOEMCOAMEOEOGMCOEMEMGMGOEMIMGMIMGMIMIMGMIKKMGKMMKKKMKKKKKKKKKKOKKIOKKKMIOIOIMKOGOIMIOIQGMISGMGSGMIQEQGSGQEQEQGQEQESEQCQEQEUCQCQCUCQCUCQASCSASAQAUAQAUAU%3FQ%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=btxbkUaoNnkrUdr2FW91EBv4LS0=) Waimarino, Mt Ruapehu #### Restaurants - Schnapps Bar - Spiral Bar - Macrocarpa Cafe - The Station - Eivins Bar ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Flax Cottage - National Park Holiday Home pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Flax Cottage - National Park Holiday Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Flax Cottage - National Park Holiday Home? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Flax Cottage - National Park Holiday Home located? > Situated in National Park Village, this vacation home is close to Raurimu Spiral and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Regional attractions also include Tongariro National Park and Fishers Track. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question