Hiške na deželi na lokaciji: Twizel

Cricklewood Farmstay, Alpaca walk and hot tub

Just under 10 minutes from Fairlie, 40 min from Lake Tekapo and only 1.5 hr from MT Cook, is our super cute historic Farmers cottage. Watch and pet our friendly animals from the cottage and experience some of the best star gazing in New Zealand from our beautiful hot tub. During your stay we offer a free animal tour of 1 hour, whereby you will visit some of our friendly animals incl bottle feeding our pet lambs (Aug-Dec), an Alpaca walk 🦙, and our friendly horses, cats, dogs and chickens 🥰

*Star-Gazing* from your Pillow!

Enjoy a starry, chocolate treat on arrival then head outside to relax in the hammock or take a drive down the famous Mackenzie Starlight Highway to soak up the glacier lake views at Lake Tekapo and starry night skies at Mt. John Observatory. Back to Lucky Star Cottage - fall asleep beneath the stars: Stargaze from the comfort of your own bed, through the master bedroom roof windows . Fill up on a free breakfast (including our very own free range eggs) before you leave. Have a WONDER-FULL stay!

The Cookshop Rustic Farm Cottage with views

Authentic farm cottage full of rustic charm. If you are after a true rural stay with all that entails gravel drive, fireplaces, wildlife etc this is the stay for you. Great views, and surrounded by nature. Wood burning stove and a fireplace to ensure it's cozy all year. located on a working farm and game reserve. 25min from Timaru. Guided walks visiting the ancient Maori rock art on the property can be arranged. As well as private yoga classes. The 9 hole mungati golf course is mins away.

Cosy Cottage Overlooking Lake Pukaki

Situated in a sheltered cove by the shores of Lake Pukaki, our cottage offers peace, quiet and privacy. With breathtaking views of the lake and the beautiful Mackenzie basin countryside, it is the perfect place a special getaway. Only 35 minutes drive to Aoraki Mt Cook, 30 minutes from lake Tekapo and 13 minutes to twizel Pukaki lakeside getaway cottage is completely self contained, with wi-fi and all linen is provided. A truly stunning setting with abundant fresh air and wide open space.

Timms Cottage

Timms Cottage is a rustic farm cottage and allows you to relax with an indoor outdoor space giving you breath taking views of Mt Dobson, Fox Peak and our farm. The cottage is situated behind the family homestead within our garden on our farm, providing a peaceful and private setting. We are a working farm. We are 10 km from Fairlie which has some great eating places, 3 km from Lake Opuha and half an hour from Mount Dobson and Fox Peak. Tekapo and Geraldine are only half an hour away.

"REHUA" New cottage - Burke's Pass - Tekapo

Enjoy having the mountains right on your doorstep with this new-build beauty, and with Tekapo and Fairlie both only 15 minutes away, this Burkes Pass holiday home is perfect for exploring much of the idyllic McKenzie region. You’ll be in awe of your picture-perfect surroundings. Fitted with a fireplace and heat pump, Rehua will keep you toasty through the winter months. A Smart TV with Freeview and unlimited WiFi sort you for entertainment on those days spent indoors. Access to Ski fields

Stargazing + Hot Tub: Explore Tekapo & Mt Cook

For romantics & nature lovers, our boutique country retreat is a perfect escape near Mt Cook and Tekapo. The cute cottage is set on a quiet 10-acre property with incredible mountain views & big starry skies. Just 17km from the town of Twizel, it offers both privacy & modern comforts. Visit Tekapo or Mt Cook then relax in a private wood-fired hot tub under the stars of the dark sky reserve. A peaceful spot to recharge, it’s just 50 mins to Mt Cook/Tekapo or 2.5 hrs to Queenstown.

The Stockman’s Cottage, Lake Ohau, NZ

Tucked away behind Lake Ohau Alpine Village & close to beautiful Lake Ohau, The Stockman’s Cottage Is an ideal holiday retreat. The cottage is a self contained one bedroom unit, ideally suited to a couple, or by prior arrangement could accommodate a young family. Surrounded by mountains and views of Ben Ohau, with private walking access to Lake Middleton, this is a perfect base to explore the Mackenzie region or to relax on the sunny deck, or check out the amazing night skies!

Wander Lodge - Cosy cottage in the forest.

Cosy cottage set in two hectares of forest. Log burner, outdoor pizza oven, well equipped kitchen, beautiful surroundings. Build huts, lay in the hammock or relax under the stars in the outdoor bath. Fully fenced so safe for kids to play & explore. Great for the snow in winter and lakes in summer. 30min to Dobson ski area, 45min to Fox Peak, 50 min to Roundhill. Lake Opuha 10 min. Take a day trip to Lake Tekapo (25min) to enjoy Tekapo Springs and Mt John Observatory.

Cass Crib | Lake Tekapo

Cass Crib is located in the heart of Tekapo. A sunny, cosy cottage for two, with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and partial views of Lake Tekapo. Star-gaze from the patio or relax in the open living room in front of the fireplace. The cottage boasts a private bedroom with king bed, well-equipped kitchen (including Nespresso - BYO pods), and laundry facilities (washing machine, iron/board). Just 15 minutes’ walk from the village centre and lake front.

Kowhai Cottage | Rustic Stargazing Retreat

🍂 Autumn in Twizel – golden colours, crisp mornings and incredible stargazing. Tucked away in Twizel, our cosy Kowhai Cottage is a peaceful retreat in the Mackenzie Basin. It is a private, peaceful base for exploring Aoraki / Mt Cook and beautiful Lake Pukaki - warm, immaculate, and designed for a calm, effortless stay. Soak in the outdoor bath, curl up in the window seat or watch the stars through the large stargazing window in the master bedroom.

Māhina Cottage - Little slice of paradise - 1 Bed

Situated in a lifestyle subdivision and the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve our modern cottage is the perfect place for star gazing, bike riding, fishing or relaxing. Two bedrooms, kitchen, microwave and fridge, open plan living and unlimited wifi and super comfortable beds give you that cosy home feeling while travelling. Mountain and hill views all around and star gazing that will make you want to stay up all night to view.