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3 Karo Street, Ohakune, Ruapehu

Tender, 09 Jul 2026 14:00

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597m²

1,234m²

Iconic Tussock Lodge

For sale by Tender closing 2pm, Thu 9 Jul 2026 (will not be sold prior).

Originally built for Alex Harvey for the Tūroa Skifield, this landmark lodge at 3 Karo Street carries a rare alpine legacy. Carefully maintained and comprehensively renovated by the current owners of over 20 years, it now presents as a beautifully refined and highly functional mountain retreat.

Offering 8 self-contained guest rooms, spa, sauna, plus manager’s accommodation, the property is designed for flexibility, lifestyle, and income potential. With Ohakune firmly established as a year-round growing tourism destination, this is a genuine opportunity to step into an established hospitality-style business or continue as a premium private lodge or large-scale family retreat.

The two distinct wings are seamlessly connected by a generous central lounge anchored by a large open-fire creating a warm and welcoming hub for guests and gatherings alike, a well-equipped designer kitchen and dining room. High ceilings and striking domed windows flood the interiors with natural light throughout the day, enhancing the lodge’s inviting alpine character.

Immaculately presented and mostly double glazed, the property combines charm with modern comfort, supported by full insulation throughout for year-round use.

Set on a generous site with reserve frontage, the lodge enjoys privacy, outlook, and a strong sense of space. Outdoor features include a large, covered carport, excellent off-street parking, and a partially fenced, character-filled setting. A substantial garden shed with a work bench provides superb storage for bikes, tools, and ski equipment.

Perfectly positioned within walking distance to town and close to Ohakune’s beloved Carrot Park, this is a rare offering that blends heritage, scale, and versatility - offering lifestyle, income potential, and a foothold in one of New Zealand’s most dynamic alpine tourism markets.

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Property ID

2900887

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22/05/2026

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 2 days (last updated on 22 May) and was last sold in 1993 for $300,000. Its latest rating valuation by Ruapehu council is $810,000 as of 2023. There are 7 9-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 126 properties for sale in Ohakune.

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Ohakune, Ruapehu

Ohakune is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Ruapehu, one of 13 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Ohakune is the 2nd largest suburb of Ruapehu in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Ohakune provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1890 - 1899. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 1980 - 1989. Residential housing stock in Ohakune is made up of approximately 85% residential housing , 2% residential investment housing and 13% lifestyle properties.

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