Earth house holiday rentals in South Island

Mud Hut At Welcome Rock Trails Near Queenstown

1. Located 1 hour south of Queenstown 2. On private land with private hiking / biking trail 3. Romantic mud hut, an outdoor bath, 2 other huts available all located on private land 4. Two people minimum / Four People Maximum 5. Hiking or Biking is required to access the huts located 10kms along Welcome Rock Trails single track trail. 6. A private hut exclusive to guests who book ( you do not share the hut with other guests) 7. Beds: An extra long bunk bed, 2 guests on each mattress top an tail

Thyme Lane Heritage Cottage

The rammed earth cottage is over 100 years old. Thyme Lane is a rural setting in an historic gold mining area. It's near the Lake Dunstan cycle trail, the Central Otago Rail Trail & Lake Roxburgh Trail. Five minutes to Alexandra or Clyde. One hour’s drive to Queenstown. Enjoy the outdoor space, nearby vineyards and orchards, and local cafes. You'll have your own cottage with bedroom (kingsize bed), ensuite bathroom, and living room with kitchenette (microwave, single hotplate, sink). Weber BBQ.

Rural Retreat

Ideal for Warbirds Over Wānaka Easter weekend, this warm and inviting straw bale rural retreat is just 2 minutes from Wānaka Airport and only 7 minutes from town. Tucked amongst an olive grove on 4 acres, it offers space and serenity to unwind after the airshow or exploring the area. Soak in the outdoor spa, make wood-fired pizzas under the stars, and enjoy mountain views in a cosy, private setting, perfect for couples, families, or friends seeking a peaceful rural escape close to the action.

Gucci luxury holiday house

A spacious, luxury, and centrally located private and stylish freestanding house is uber cool, comfortable and excellent value for money. Newly built with stunning mountain views, spacious amazing indoor and outdoor entertaining areas, and a large spa pool. Additional features include: 3 fireplaces (one is outdoor), dedicated games room with Pool table and table tennis table, 2 dishwashers, large firidge plus additional bar fridge, separate media room, 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

Unique Adobe Home with Outstanding sea views

Totally private and peaceful setting. Ideal for families, friends, couples seeking contrast to busy lives. Beautiful coastal views from this unique, tastefully decorated and comfortable adobe house. Set in outstanding native QE2 covenanted bush, alive with bird song. Many outdoor activities at hand. Wonderful bush and coastal walking from the doorstep. 20 minutes drive from Nelson city, 10 mins walk from river swimming hole, and 10 minutes drive to swimming beach.

The Lodge at Tikana

The Lodge at Tikana in central Southland is nestled among fertile southern hills which are home to a herd of majestic stud Wapiti deer. The tranquility of the rural setting is enhanced by the unique ambience of the straw bale construction. In its former life the Lodge catered to the needs of high end tourists traveling in Southland The Lodge was purpose built in 2003 by a craftsman builder with the juxtaposition of old and new blending seamlessly.

Sun, Snow & Seclusion - Cardrona Valley Wānaka

Escape to our mudbrick home, built from earth sourced in the Cardrona Valley and featuring reclaimed Australian hardwood beams from Otago Harbour. North-facing for all-day sun, this warm and welcoming retreat offers spectacular mountain views in every direction. Just 5km from Cardrona Ski Field, it’s tucked away in a peaceful, hidden valley—perfect for a secluded getaway in nature with comfort, charm, and alpine character.

Mediterranean Retreat house

Sun drenched, secluded oasis with large outdoor patio; 6-burner BBQ and sun-loungers Open Plan relaxed mediterranean Indoor/Outdoor style Minutes from the river, set on 25 acres on the national forest park boundary