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Family-friendly holiday rentals in Twizel

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  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 290 holiday rentals in Twizel

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Twizel holiday rentals start at £37 per night before taxes and fees

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  • Pet-friendly holiday rentals

    Find 40 rentals that welcome pets

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    20 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wifi availability

    270 of Twizel holiday rentals include wifi access

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    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Twizel rentals

  • 4.8 Average rating

    Twizel stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Twizel

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Top guest favourite
The cabin's exterior is illuminated at dusk, showcasing large glass windows and a wooden façade. The surrounding landscape features low vegetation, while a dramatic cloud formation highlights the sky above, enhancing the cabin's serene setting.
Cabin in Hopkins Valley
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 197 reviews

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.

Top guest favourite
A modern cabin is positioned harmoniously in a sprawling landscape, surrounded by gentle hills. The setting sun casts a warm glow over the scene, enhancing the natural beauty of the expansive valley and nearby mountains.
Cabin in Twizel
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 500 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.

Guest favourite
An open-plan living area features high wooden ceilings and large windows allowing natural light to fill the space. Comfortable seating is arranged on a soft rug, adjacent to a coffee table. A fully equipped kitchen is visible in the background, merging modern and rustic design.
Home in Ben Ohau
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 301 reviews

Antlers Rest- Twizel

Stay in this beautiful, luxurious two-bedroom chalet-style home on the outskirts of Twizel — winner of the Luxury Holiday Home Award 2025. With breathtaking, uninterrupted views of the Ben Ohau mountain range, Antlers Rest has been furnished and decorated to the highest standard. The modern yet rustic interior creates a warm & welcoming atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The open-plan living area is air-conditioned and offers both a heat pump & a log burner, ensuring year-round comfort.

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Cabin in Twizel
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 108 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

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Home in Twizel
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews

Aurora A- Frame Twizel

Make lasting memories at this unique, family-friendly retreat. Bring the whole family and enjoy the fully fenced garden — perfect for children and pets. 🐾 Start your day with a coffee on the patio while watching native birds, then unwind among the native trees and gardens surrounding the cosy wooden A-Frame cabin. After a day of exploring, relax under the stars and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Conveniently located just a 5-minute walk to town, with supermarkets, cafés, and shops close by.

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The exterior of a house features a well-kept garden with lush green grass and colorful plants. The house has a grey roof and large windows, offering views of the serene blue waters of Lake Pukaki and the surrounding landscape.
Home in Lake Pukaki
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

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.

Top guest favourite
Home in Twizel
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews

Tussock Fields, Twizel. EPIC mountain views!

Our newly built holiday home has been specifically designed so that you can indulge the epic mountain views and incredible night sky stars. Finished to a high standard and located on the outskirts of Twizel, Tussock Fields, offers everything you could desire for your stay in the Mackenzie, space for family and friends, total modern comfort, off street parking for all your vehicles and free wifi. Please note; property it is not fully fenced, outdoor bath not available May to September.

Top guest favourite
A panoramic view of a starry night sky displays a vibrant Milky Way arching overhead. A secluded cottage is positioned on the right, with warm light emanating from its windows, contrasting against the vast darkness of the surrounding landscape.
Guest house in Twizel
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 311 reviews

Twizel retreats - GH Cottage

This newly built cottage is located in a peaceful and remote location. Guests will have sole occupancy of the cottage. It has a great mountain view with a beautiful dark night sky reserve. It's only a 45min drive to Mt Cook National Park and a 10min drive to Lake Pukaki. It is air-conditioned and provides all the necessary amenities and essentials to make your stay feel like home. Comes with two bedrooms; one with a large and comfy King bed, and the other with two King Single beds.

Top guest favourite
A modern cottage is showcased under a vast starry sky, surrounded by natural terrain. Soft lighting highlights the exterior features and outdoor seating area, creating a serene atmosphere. A pathway leads to the entrance, enhancing the inviting and tranquil setting.
Cottage in Twizel
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 893 reviews

Stargazing & Hot Tub: Near Tekapo & Mt Cook!

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 beautiful 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.

Top guest favourite
Cabin in Ben Ohau
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 396 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

Guest favourite
The modern accommodation is illuminated softly at dusk, featuring a spacious outdoor seating area under a covered porch. Large glass doors reveal the interior, while softly glowing lanterns enhance the serene garden setting. The backdrop includes distant mountain vistas.
Guest house in Ben Ohau
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviews

Modern, Chic Country Escape

Welcome to 42 Woodley, this is a modern architecturally designed Luxury Boutique accommodation. Located in the stunning lifestyle subdivision of The Drive where the mountain vistas & the night sky are surreal. Two queen Bedrooms, Fully equipped kitchen with laundry, unlimited wifi plus Netflix. Heating is by heat-pump for your comfort & combined with the open plan living space. Owners live on site in a private residence with Charlie our dog Linen & Towels provided

Top guest favourite
A cozy cottage is surrounded by natural landscaping, featuring a wooden deck and swing set nearby. A hot tub sits among stone paths, with a backdrop of lush trees and clear blue skies, creating a serene outdoor environment.
Cabin in Twizel
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 232 reviews

Kowhai Cottage | Peaceful Stargazing Retreat

🌞 Spring skiing season – longer days, quieter slopes and stunning alpine conditions. Private, peaceful base for exploring Aoraki / Mt Cook and beautiful Lake Pukaki - warm, immaculate, and designed for a calm, effortless stay. Relax in the outdoor bath, enjoy quiet mornings on the deck, or watch the stars through the large stargazing window in the master bedroom. Evenings here are perfect for stargazing.

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