Farmstay holiday rentals in Waitaki

Stargazing + Hot Tub - Explore Tekapo & Mt Cook!

For nature lovers & romantics, our boutique country retreat is a perfect escape near Mt Cook & Tekapo. The stylish cottage is set on a secluded 10-acre property with incredible mountain views and big skies. Just 17km from the town of Twizel, it offers both privacy and modern comforts. Spend your day exploring Tekapo or Mt Cook, then relax in a private wood-fired hot tub under the stars of the dark sky reserve. A peaceful spot to recharge, just 50 mins to Mt Cook/Tekapo, or 2.5 hrs to Queenstown.

Shear-Vue Farmstay: Farm Tour & Spa Pool | Fairlie

A large Working Farm, 4000 sheep & 300 cattle Enjoy the peace & superb views. Relax in a cosy 2-bedroom cottage with continental breakfast provisions & COMPLIMENTARY FARM TOUR, hand feed our friendly animals, including pig, sheep, alpaca, cows, & dog, while learning about farming in NZ By night, from your private spa pool, enjoy the Mackenzie Region's famous stary skies. Sadly we are CLOSING in 2026 😢Book Now! Drive Times: 3.5 hours to Queenstown, 2.5 hours to Christchurch, 40 minutes toTekapo

Ahuriri Vines -luxury guest house with breakfast

Countryside style -fully self contained guest cottage, private bathroom, own entrance - free Wi fi, heat pump. Seasonal continental breakfast - free range eggs. Lifestyle property with vines, chickens & sheep, nestled on the northern outskirts of Omarama - spectacular mountain views - 1.6 km to Omarama township. A2O cycle track at the gate. Large park like grounds with owners house. BBQ/outdoor area for quests, plenty of room Free onsite parking. Not suitable for infants/child under 12 or pets

Kiwi Woolshed Lodge. Farmstay Kurow

Woolshed Lodge farmstay. Enjoy mountain & forest views. Idyllic rural setting. Modern space to relax & enjoy a rural experience in a unique grand design. Explore the Waitaki & Lakes Minutes to Kurow center Delicious meals available, local wines. Enjoy Woodfired Hot Tub in forest grove. Massage center right next door. Area offers great hunting/fishing/hiking/biking/lakes. When you book you get the whole place to yourself. Spare bathroom by back door maybe used by others. WiFi on request

Totara View - D6 - high country mountains & lakes

D6 is a self-contained unit in the Wataki Lakes Apartments on the Alps to Ocean cycle trail, in the middle of the Waitaki Whitestone UNESCO Global Geopark & abutting the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Views of Mt Totara. Over the golf course is Lake Aviemore, popular for boating, with many walks nearby. Hot dry summers, crisp sunny autumn & spring, cold snowy winters. Otematata's population is 200, swelling to 5000 in summer. It is on the road between Oamaru & Omarama.

Antlers Rest- Twizel

2-bedroom cabin-style home, located on the outskirts of Twizel, offers stunning views of the Ben Ohau mountain range. The interior blends modern amenities with rustic charm. The fully equipped kitchen includes all the essentials, while each bedroom its own private bathroom. The open-plan living area is air-conditioned & features both a heat pump & a log burner, ensuring year-round comfort. The outdoor space includes seating, BBQ, and a spa, perfect for relaxation and stargazing.

Delightful 1-bed barn with stunning mountain views

Come and enjoy a stay on our beautiful lavender and olive farm, with breathtaking mountain views. The Barn has 1 queen-sized bed, 1 sofa bed and private bathroom. There is a microwave, fridge and bbq, tea, coffee, crockery etc You can picnic in the gardens or say hello to the dogs, cats, & alpacas! Breakfast cereals, bread, jams, coffee, teas etc are provided . You can also treat yourself from our range of natural lavender products in our on-site shop.

Shepherd’s Rest - outdoor bath, alpaca & sheep

The Shepherd's Rest is a Shepherds Hut and glamping experience. The hut is situated on a 300 acre bull beef farm and approx a 5 minute drive to central Oamaru. Unwind in the outdoor bathtub (gas heated). The 3 alpaca & pet sheep are your friendly neighbours. 4pm Farm Tour for additional fee. The country location is the perfect place to relax, star gaze, enjoy the scenery, birdsong & farm sounds. It’s a great base to explore Oamaru & the Waitaki area.

Māhina Cottage - Little slice of paradise - 1 Bed

Situated in a lifestyle subdivision and the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve our modern cottage is the perfect place for star gazing, bike riding, fishing or relaxing. Two bedrooms, kitchen, microwave and fridge, open plan living and unlimited wifi and super comfortable beds give you that cosy home feeling while travelling. Mountain and hill views all around and star gazing that will make you want to stay up all night to view.