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10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ

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A cozy seating area with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a small side table. - 10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ (Manapouri)
A covered porch with wooden railings, a seating area with cushions, and a satellite dish on the roof. - 10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ (Manapouri)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a wooden countertop. There is a dining area with a blue sofa and a small table. A clock is visible on the wall. - 10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ (Manapouri)
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10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ

  • Mountain views, a wood burner with firewood provided, and a covered deck set the scene at this three-bedroom home in peaceful Manapouri. Suited for families, couples, and hiking groups, the property sits a 10-minute walk from Lake Manapouri and Doubtful Sound cruise departures, with a playground directly across the road.

    What Guests Love Most
    - Covered deck with mountain views, an outdoor barbecue, and a hammock chair
    - Wood burner in the open-plan lounge with firewood supplied for cozy evenings
    - Easy 10-minute walk to Lake Manapouri, Frazer's Beach, and Doubtful Sound cruise departures
    - Fully equipped island kitchen stocked with cooking basics and pantry essentials
    - Private, fully fenced backyard with an open lawn and dark-sky stargazing
    - Family-ready layout with toys, games, and a public playground directly across the street
    - Renovated bathroom featuring an extra-deep soaking tub and mains-pressure shower
    - Shared community indoor pool located just a 3-minute walk away

    Where You'll Sleep
    - Bedroom 1: King bed, portacot, mountain views
    - Bedroom 2: Queen bed, single mattress
    - Bedroom 3: Single-over-Double bunk bed, mountain views

    The Living Space
    The open-plan living room offers plenty of room to unwind, centered around a large sectional sofa for movie nights on the television with Netflix and Freeview. Broad windows bring in natural daylight and mountain scenery, while the wood burner provides steady warmth on cooler evenings. The room flows directly into the dining space and kitchen, keeping conversations uninterrupted.

    Cooking & Gathering
    - Central island offering bench space for meal preparation
    - Electric oven and cooktop for family dinners
    - Full-size refrigerator and freezer
    - Dishwasher for quick cleanup
    - Microwave, electric kettle, and toaster
    - Cookware, utensils, and dinnerware
    - Starter pantry items including tea, coffee, oil, salt, sugar, flour, rice, and spices
    - Dining table positioned beside double doors to the deck
    The kitchen and dining area make shared cooking easy and relaxed. Guests can assemble breakfast at the island, sit down together at the dining table, or open the double doors to step right out onto the covered deck.

    Restful Bedrooms
    Three quiet bedrooms give everyone space to recharge, each equipped with bed linens, room heaters, fans, and clothing storage for year-round comfort. The primary bedroom features a king bed with morning views across the mountains. The second bedroom offers a quiet queen bed and plenty of natural daylight. The third bedroom contains a double-over-single bunk bed, mountain outlooks, and a wardrobe stocked with toys and games.

    Bathrooms
    The renovated shared bathroom includes an extra-deep bathtub for a long soak after hiking, alongside a separate mains-pressure shower and a wide vanity. Complimentary shampoo, conditioner, body wash, towels, and a hair dryer are provided. An adjacent laundry station features a washing machine, clothes dryer, drying rack, and iron for refreshing gear between outings.

    Outdoor Living
    Double doors open from the dining area to a sunny covered deck, complete with outdoor lounge seating, a barbecue grill, and a hammock chair overlooking the mountain range. Steps lead down to the private, fully fenced backyard, where children and pets can run safely on the spacious lawn. With low light pollution throughout the area, the yard offers clear dark-sky stargazing and occasional views of the southern lights on clear nights.

    Good to Know
    - Guests have exclusive access to the entire home, fenced yard, and grounds.
    - Self check-in is straightforward using the secure lockbox.
    - Private off-street parking is available on the property. The garage remains locked and unavailable.
    - A key and instructions are provided for the seasonal community indoor pool, open from November to April and situated a 3-minute walk away.
    - Pets are welcome with prior arrangement.
    - Steps lead from the covered deck down to the lawn.
    - Smoke alarms are installed; a carbon monoxide alarm is not present.

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About the area

Located in Manapouri, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Luxmore Jet is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Te Wahipounamu and Ivon Wilson Park. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Manapouri travel guide
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Manapouri, Southland

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a large body of water surrounded by green hills and mountains.
    Lake Manapouri
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A boat on a calm sea with a mountain range in the background.
    Te Wahipounamu
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A calm lake with a pebble beach and mountains in the background.
    Lake Te Anau
    19 min drive - 22.7 km
  • A snow-covered mountain peak with a clear sky.
    Kepler Track
    23 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Frasers Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Restaurants

  • Manapouri Cafe & Dairy
    10 min walk
  • The Church Manapouri
    9 min walk
  • mexican bay
    10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at 10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Frasers Beach, Te Wahipounamu and Lake Manapouri. Ivon Wilson Park and Ivon Wilson Scenic Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

10-Min Walk to Doubtful Sound Cruises w/ Mountain Views & BBQ Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Very clean and comfortable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Louise was quick to respond to our messages. We were able to check in early which was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful location!

Location was perfect for our stay in area and trip to Milford Sound. We enjoyed cooking in the well equipped kitchen and eating on patio. I also enjoy the swing on the patio! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything perfect

We had a wonderful stay in a house that shows love and care. Big rooms, all amenities and less than 500m to the pub or beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cozy home with 3 bedrooms

We spent 3 nights , seeing both Doubtful and Milford Sound . The house where we stayed felt like a cozy home . Enjoyed it very much . Great for families . Nice deck too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Comfortable and fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First ever review

Great host, everything in order and good communication . Would definitely recommend. Very quiet area and easy drive to Te Anau. Lots of room and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight

Clean and warm house, have no problem with the house, really quite neighbourhood, if you have children, good place to stay in, Playground just across the road from the house… will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property in a quiet neighborhood.

The house is an older property in a quiet, established neighborhood. It is very clean and well appointed, everything worked as it should, and we were very comfortable there. Manapouri is a small community, which we preferred over all the tourism in Te Anou. We were quite happy to make the 15 min commute up to join in the fun or go out to eat, and then return to the calm of Manapouri when we were done. Lake Manapouri is just lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Very clean and spacious. Hosts were lovely and all instructions made in advance which were much appreciated. At other places, last minute instructions were difficult as we were doing a lot of travelling and didn’t get a chance to look at messages or emails until we reach the property, sometimes in the evening and in the dark.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Clean, convenient location and great communication with host! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fabulous home away from home

lovely stay perfect for our needs
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This house is spacious and the kitchen is especially well-equipped for cooking. The host was very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway!

Clean, comfy, perfect for our needs!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away from Home

Place was wonderful!!! Wish we had more time or could take it with us.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Was a very cozy house my friends and I stayed for a few nights, played games that were kindly left there and sat by the fire and enjoyed some drinks. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Really good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house in a beautiful place

Really lovely property. Super clean, really comfortable bedding. Single bathroom with a bath, no issue with hot water. Loads of room, perfect for a family. Charming little backyard porch, very quiet neighborhood. The kitchen has everything you would need with a little walk in pantry.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm wee house

Great spot, well thought out. Good communication from Louise throughout
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home with great renovations

Excellent property for visiting Manapouri and Doubtful Sound. Very happy to not have to get on a bus back to Queenstown or Te Anau after a long day visiting Doubtful Sound. The property was very nice inside and had fabulous heating. Nice dinners at the Church just down the road. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved our little holidays.

Since we saw the property for the first time online we loved the space and location. We were looking for a place to escape with the kids from our daily routines. Once we arrived we realised how lovely property it was. The communication with the owner was fantastic. Highly recommended! Thanks a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Manapouri Bach

Beautiful bach in a beautiful location. Had everything our family needed for our Southland escape and the section was brilliant for our wee dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family friendly

Lovely clean and tidy property superb for families . Fantastic value for money
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024