Family-friendly holiday rentals in Otematata

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 🥰

The Temple Cabin (North Point) Wilderness Comfort

Outdoor Adventure Awaits! Now offering Horse Treks!! The Temple Cabins (North Point) is at the head of Lake Ohau right at the beginning of the Hopkins Valley. It's a very special part of the NZ Alps. This cabin features a skylight for stargazing from the loft! Situated on a classic New Zealand high country station, the cabin gives it's guests access to one of the truly remote areas of the Southern Alps Enjoy horse riding from our farm, skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and much more

Twizel Ecostays. Romantic retreat.

Relax and unwind at this unique and tranquil getaway. Set in the heart of the Mackenzie in the dark sky reserve with 10 acres of private beauty, looking over Ben Ohau mountain range. This cute little cabin is toasty warm & cosy. Natural materials throughout with all you need to enjoy putting your feet up or exploring. - Down the road from Lake Ohau & short driving distance to 4 other lakes. - 15 minute drive to Twizel - 30 mins to Ohau ski field - One minute off the Alps to Ocean bike trail

Pukaki Lakeside House - Fantastic Views

Set in Lake Pukaki in the Canterbury region, near Twizel, Pukaki Lakeside Getaway House has superb mountain and lake views. You have the whole house to yourselves, with a fully equipped kitchen and laundry, large dining and living areas with satellite flat-screen TV, wi-fi, a balcony/patio for outdoor living and 4 bedrooms. Lake Pukaki is a short walk down the hill from the house. Lake Tekapo is 50km away and the town of Twizel is 10km miles away. Mt Cook is a 40 minute drive away.

Serenity Plus!

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space with uninterrupted views across the adjacent Golf Course to the Mountains .My Apartment is located in the Waitaki lakes Apartment Complex , situated behind the Otematata eatery and bar . It is a great base to explore Tekapo, Twizel, Mount Cook , clay cliffs at Omarama and the Coastal town of Oamaru . It is also on the A20 cycle trail . My Apartment is a golfers paradise and has an outdoor eating area and Sky T V. WiFi (wireless) is provided

Adorable holiday unit with stunning views

Take it easy at this tranquil getaway. Beautifully presented, the unit overlooks Otematata golf course, surrounded by mountains. Lake Aviemore and Lake Benmore are a 5 minute drive. The Wetlands Walkway and the Alps 2 Ocean cycle trail are on the doorstep. This is a one bedroom unit with a queen bed and free parking. The kitchenette is fully equipped with a portable stove top. A pay laundry is close by. Dogs are welcome guests. The views from ‘The Pad’ are simply breathtaking.

Stargazing & Hot Tub – Near Mt Cook & Tekapo!

The perfect place for people who love a peaceful countryside location with starry skies and beautiful views. Wake up to peace, quiet & birdsong, not traffic! Our cottage is on a tranquil 10-acre property in a dark sky reserve, and has amazing mountain views. It’s 17km from the town of Twizel, and offers both privacy & modern comforts. Visit Tekapo or Mt Cook then relax in a wood-fired hot tub under the stars. Very safe location. 50 mins to Mt Cook/Tekapo. 2.5 hrs to Queenstown.

Home Away from Home-Unit A5 Waitaki Lakes Aprtmnts

Unit A5, Waitaki Lakes Apartments is a one bedroom fully serviced apartment in idyllic surroundings on the edge of the Otematata Golf Course with the Alps2Ocean cycle trail, walking trails and wetland areas nearby. The apartment has been refurbished with a new kitchenette & bathroom, double glazing and interior upgrade. Please note that I am not on site but please message anytime if you have any queries or need anything. This is our holiday home so please be mindful of this.

Woolshed Lodge Farmstay Kurow

Woolshed Lodge Farmstay. Enjoy mountain & forest views and farm animals Modern space to relax & enjoy a rural experience. Great stars on clear nights. The Lodge offers extra experiences, aWoodfired Hot Tub in a forest grove, Infared sauna, delicious meals and local wines. When you book you get the whole Lodge to yourself. We have a tiny house on the property too. Tiny house guests use a separate bathroom by the Lodge's back door. WiFi on request

Frog Lodge - Enjoy Comfort & Style in Otematata

Relax and enjoy this spacious, modern home located at the base of Lake Benmore in the quaint, quiet town of Otematata; 1.5 hours drive east of Mt Cook & 1 hour west of the coastal town of Oamaru; steampunk capital of NZ. An outdoor enthusiats playground; with world class fly fishing, hunting, windsurfing, water skiing, boating, snow skiing, hiking and the Alps2Ocean cycle trail right on your doorstep.

Luxury Dark Sky Hideaway Cabin B - with Hot Tub

Dark Sky Hideaway is a secluded, luxury retreat set deep in the breathtaking Ben Ohau landscape. Surrounded by dramatic peaks and a vast rugged valley, it’s more than a place to stay - it’s a chance to slow down and reconnect. Soak under the stars in the private hot tub, in one of the world’s top dark sky reserves. Located just 15 mins from Twizel, 4 hrs from Christchurch, and 2.5 hrs from Queenstown.

Warm, Cosy, Self-contained Cottage

This is not suburbia. Are you looking for a place to get away? Do want to be amazed by starry skies? Can you imagine waking up in the morning and opening the curtains to a stunning mountain vista. If you are getting tired of the bombardment of noise in the city, you will be astonished at the silence we offer.