Terrace Downs Villa 238 – Alpine Retreat

Entire villa in Windwhistle, New Zealand

  1. 6 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 2 bathrooms
Rated 4.65 out of 5 stars.20 reviews
Hosted by Mayie, Judi And Karen At Bookahome
  1. Superhost
  2. 11 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the lockbox.

Mountain and valley views

Soak up the views during your stay.

Park for free

This is one of the few places in the area with free parking.
Your spacious 3-bedroom villa overlooks the acclaimed Terrace Downs Golf Course, consistently rated among New Zealand’s top golfing destinations.

Enjoy uninterrupted views stretching across the Rakaia Gorge, Mt Hutt Ski Field, and the majestic Southern Alps – a truly breathtaking alpine setting.

Conveniently located just 1 hour from Christchurch Airport and only 20 minutes to Methven and the base of Mt Hutt, it’s the perfect base for year-round adventure and relaxation.

Other things to note
Please note: There are 2 flights of steps from the carpark down to the Villa.
The gas fire has been decommissioned. There is a heatpump in the Lounge and wall heaters in the bedrooms.

Where you'll sleep

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What this place offers

Mountain view
Golf course view
Kitchen
Wifi
Free carport on premises – 1 space

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4.65 out of 5 stars from 20 reviews

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 70% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 25% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 5% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Windwhistle, Canterbury, New Zealand

Located in Fable Terrace Downs Resort – your luxury high‑country hideaway in the heart of Windwhistle, Canterbury. This neighbourhood blends serene countryside with upscale resort life, set against the majestic backdrop of the Southern Alps.

-Nestled beside the Rakaia River and just 6 km from Windwhistle, the resort sits on elevated river terraces offering sweeping views to Mount Hutt and beyond.

-The tranquil alpine environment is ideal for those craving fresh air and authentic high-country vibes.

Meet your host

Superhost
4,806 reviews
4.76 out of 5 average rating
11 years of hosting
My work: Christchurch Holiday Homes
Fun fact: Guests from every continent, &Antarctica
We've been managing short-stay homes across New Zealand for over 14 years - Christchurch, Akaroa, Wanaka, Raglan, Kaiapoi, and beyond. Today that's 85+ properties, a dedicated local team, and a consistent track record with guests here for work, relocation, events, and holidays. You're not booking a spare room - you're booking a professionally managed home with a team behind it. Clean handovers, accurate listings, reliable communication, genuine local knowledge. We look forward to hosting you.

Mayie, Judi And Karen At Bookahome is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 15:00
Checkout before 10:00
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Must climb stairs