20 minutes from Whakapapa ski field and the Tongariro Crossing lies a massive opportunity for those looking at getting into tourism hospitality. Slalom Lodge is located in the quiet rural village of Raurimu, just a couple of km's from National Park Village. Set on 5463 sqm freehold commercial land located on the edge of State highway 4 this provides the ideal location to get Southbound tourist traffic before they arrive in the more traditional tourist towns of National Park and Ohakune. The property is home to just under 1200 sqm of buildings consisting of
- A 200 sqm Restaurant and bar with full commercial kitchen facilities (capable of seating up to 140 guests)'
- An 18 Room hostel type building with shared Bathrooms and kitchen perfect for catering for larger groups or Ski staff
- 5 additional villas with 5 bedrooms, shared bathrooms and a villa with a communal kitchen and common room
- A 3-bedroom managers cottage, set aside separately from the guest areas
The current owner has made many improvements in the time he has owned the property and since the Covid downturn has built the business up both as an accommodation option and the trading restaurant and bar popular with locals and tourists. This is a perfect lifestyle opportunity if you enjoy the mountains and hunting or want to be independent working in your own business, allowing you to live onsite and earn a good return on your investment.