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8 self contained chalets. with everything you need to make your stay in Hakuba comfortable. Each unit is well lit, with sky lights in all 2nd floor rooms. Each unit has it's one private bathroom and toilet, and comes equipped with ultra high speed internet access.

The Chalets are located in the forest area of Hakuba know as "Misorano", and are less than 2 minutes drive from Hakuba's most well known ski resort, Happo One. Access to all of Hakuba's many ski resorts is simple, all the major ski resorts in Hakuba have free shuttle buses leaving from our car park.

Also within walking distance are a Seven-Eleven (with an international 24H ATM), and a supermarket. For those looking to head out for dinner, there are a dozen bars restaurants within walking distance, as well as a shops and ski rental.

Discount ski rental and lift passes can be arranged, and with our free pick up and drop off service you will not find a more convenient location in all of Hakuba.

Every year we host guests from all over the world, and families are very welcome. We look forward to being you lodging choice for your next ski vacation in the Hakuba Area.

Nestled in the Japan Alps is a magical place steeped in culture and with some terrific skiing and boarding.
Nozawa Onsen retains a timeless Japanese charm and is a hotspring and farming village as well as being the largest single owned ski resort in Japan. It has a unique charm with friendly locals, great food and terrific snow.

The Lodge is only 100m to the slopes and short stroll to town so a perfect location to enjoy the great outdoors or just relax and take in the scenery

Relaxed and comfortable atmosphere with a traditional Japanese feel

Spacious guest rooms and contemporary living spaces

Terrific place for families, couples, groups or individuals with a warm and friendly lodge feel

In the centre of Japans main Island Honshu easy access from anywhere

You can fly direct to Tokyo or Nagoya and there is a shuttle bus direct to the Lodge

English and Japanese Speaking Staff to help with all your needs

Unique and beautiful place with breathtaking nature and culture

Nozawa Village is also famous for its hot springs, there are many nearby one of the largest located just behind the Lodge and free to use

Lots of terrain, with Gondolas, high speed quads, and long runs – very few lift lines

The Snow Season goes from early December until the start of May and Nozawa experiences some of the best snow in Japan

Aardvark Ski Lodge is the raison d'etre for Aardvark Alpine Club Inc. (a non-profit organisation). The lodge is open for public accommodation, and offers these goodies to guests:

The highest lodge at Hotham (in Australia for that matter).
Adjacent to the Big D ski run - permitting ski-in ski-out access.
7 bedrooms - sleeping 2-4 (some double beds) (total 26).
Self catering; keeps the costs down
Amongst the best rates on the mountain
Live in manager (winter).
Summer accommodation also available
Aardvark is one of the friendliest and most easy-going lodges at Hotham.
Our club members include keen downhill skiers, chookfooters, boarders and bushwalkers, and share a deep interest in the environment of the Victorian Alps. Aardvark's Environmental Policy can be seen here .

For bookings, ring Sue and Alan (our preseason bookings officers) on 03 5231 4855 / 0409 215 183 (April 1 - June 5)

During the ski season, ring the Aardvark manager at the lodge on 03 5759 3534