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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.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviews
Skylark Cabin – Private Luxury Escape with Hot Tub
Skylark Cabin is a private, luxury escape, nestled serenely within the awe-inspiring landscape of the Mackenzie Region. Surrounded by soaring mountain ranges and the rugged, ethereal beauty of an expansive valley, this isn’t just a comfortable place to stay, it’s an experience in itself. Witness the mesmerising clarity of a starry night sky. Connect with nature and escape from the pace of daily life. Skylark Cabin is 10km to Twizel, 50-min to Mt Cook, 4hrs to Christchurch, & 3hrs to Queenstown.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 505 reviews
Cosy alpine cabin near Mt Cook and Tekapo
Welcome to Ruataniwha Hut, an intimate wood fired cabin in the high country of the Southern Alps. Wake to coffee and mountain views. Spend your days exploring Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park. Return to unwind under a blanket of stars. Set in an international dark sky reserve, the hut is built for couples and small families craving a simple escape. Ruataniwha Hut is the perfect base for your adventures. Mt Cook / Hooker Valley Track 50 min Tekapo 40 min Twizel 15 min IG: @ruataniwha_hut
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 400 reviews
Unique Mountain View Cabin with Outdoor Bath
Welcome to your whimsical stay in the wilderness, nestled peacefully in a rural setting. Watch the sunset on the Southern Alps tallest peaks and star gaze from your own outdoor tub. The property offers a unique accommodation experience with two cabins adjacent yet private from each other. Each cabin has its own story inspired by New Zealand pioneers which led to the naming of the property - The Two Tales. This listing is for the second cabin, Horace - named after mountaineer, Horace Walker.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 252 reviews
Sleep under the stars | Manuka Starlight
Rest under star-filled skies in our tiny hideaway, surrounded by mountains, lakes, and the beauty of an International Dark Sky Reserve. Designed with simplicity in mind, our home offers a light-filled space to relax after a day of exploring the stunning landscapes that surround you. This cozy getaway is an ideal base for discovering the beauty of the region, with iconic attractions just a short drive away: -Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park -Lake Pukaki, Tekapo and Ohau - Salmon/trout fishing
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews
Fiery Peak Eco-Retreat: stargazing, hot tub, pool
COSY UP THIS WINTER next to the logfire in our luxurious country retreat. SOAK under the stars in your exclusive-use wood-fired hot tub ($70 - one night/ $100 for 2). Enjoy long chats next to the fire pit. WATCH the sun set behind the mountains. Wake to birdsong. TAKE the plunge in our springfed pool. DAY TRIPS to Tekapo, Mt Cook, Mt Sunday. 8kms to Geraldine village. Reconnect with your partner or BESTIE (x2 mattress avail) surrounded by nature. Games & books, screen & wifi free. Bliss!
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 276 reviews
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
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews
The Log Cabin Mt Lyford
A truly special romantic hideaway tucked away in native bush, where the serenity & mountain surrounds are yours to immerse in and enjoy. The authentic log cabin enjoys all day sun with surrounding alpine mountain, & hilltop views. Outdoor areas provide a haven for relaxation and the opportunity of sitting under a canopy of an aged wisteria vine whilst listening to the abundant bird-life, BBQing a delightful meal, or simply taking in the solitude and the breathtakingly refreshing mountain air.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 446 reviews
Peak View Cabin - Ben Ohau - Stylish Seclusion
We invite you to enjoy the magnificent tranquility of Peak View Cabin. Nestled in 10 acres of golden tussock with expansive views of the Ben Ohau Range and beyond. Relax, unwind and de-stress in the beautiful isolation with ever changing mountain views. A short 15 minute drive from Twizel, the cabin has easy access to all the natural amenities the Mackenzie Region is renowned for. Such as - cycling & mountain biking, tramping & hiking, snow sports, hunting and fishing to name but a few.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 498 reviews
The Rise. Ben Ohau
New-Sept 23 The Rise is exclusive-use accommodation for two, located on private land within Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve, where a tranquil aesthetic creates an immersive experience; a grounding into the rugged surroundings of our alpine region. Here, we honour the slow unfolding of time and embrace the imperfections of nature, seeing beauty in the raw, unfiltered world around us. Experience it all with a deeper sense of connection - to each other, and to our surroundings.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews
Luxury Alpine Escape w/ Hot Tub & Views
Escape to your own private alpine retreat in Glenorchy — where crisp winter mornings, snow-dusted peaks, and evenings in a woodfire hot tub create a truly unforgettable stay. Fox Lodge is designed for slowing down — think long mornings with mountain views, afternoons exploring some of the most spectacular landscapes in New Zealand, and nights by the fire under a sky full of stars. Just minutes from the heart of Glenorchy, yet feeling completely removed from the world.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews
Luxury Wilderness Cabin on Private Lake
Luxury off-grid cabin nestled on the edge of a small lake fed by a pristine mountain stream a 3-minute drive from Franz Josef Glacier village. Sensational views of snow-capped mountains, the lake, glacier, Fritz Falls & rainforest. Super King bed, sunsets, outdoor stone bath, cedar barrel sauna with panoramic window & nature's swimming pool on your doorstep. Experience luxury amidst nature.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 367 reviewsPopular amenities for cabin rentals in South Island
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Kowhai Cottage | Peaceful Stargazing Retreat
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 237 reviews
Glenorchy Couples Retreat
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 243 reviews
Charming Rustic Cabin at BIG DOGS Homestay
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 864 reviews
Kingfisher Cabin
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 256 reviews
Tiny House | Whare iti
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews
The cosy cabin with stunning view and private spa
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 1254 reviews
The Queenstown Cabin (Private Outdoor Bath)
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
Bamboo Cabin, Golden Bay Lodge
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviewsPet-friendly cabin rentals

The Cape Rocks Cabin
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 287 reviews
The Cottage at Whites Farm
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 297 reviews
The Beach Cabin Number Two Private Beach Access
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 328 reviews
Riviera Shack
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 288 reviews
Abby's Shabby Shack
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 469 reviews
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4.82 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews
Enys Studio
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 88 reviews
Off Grid Retreat in Karamea
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviewsPrivate cabin rentals

Pete's Place, Arthur's Pass
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 731 reviews
Cosy Mountain Cabin with Barrel Sauna Fox Glacier
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews
Cosy Cabin in the Paddocks
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 484 reviews
Margot’s Hut - Mt. Iron View
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews
Twizel Log Cabin 4km from city centre
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 270 reviews
Dreamy mountain views & star gazing at Outside Inn
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews
Cozy Motunau Cottage
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews
The Stillhouse
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