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Nestled at the foot of the Ben Ohau Mountain Range, Ben Ohau High Country Merino Sheep Station Cottage offers an exclusive retreat for 2 guests. With its quaint charm and incredible views, you'll have this cottage all to yourself to unwind in a working farm with a rich history as both a sheep station and film set.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ben Ohau High Country Station

Ben Ohau High Country Merino Sheep Station Cottage is a working farm nestled at the foot of the Ben Ohau Mountain Range just 6 minutes from the township of Twizel. The cottage has been built with incredible views just for you.

This is an amazing wee cottage and although we have bunks and can have 3 people staying it is much better suited for 2 people.

You will have this quaint cottage all to yourself.

Ben Ohau has an incredible history that the owners are keen to share with guests. The farming history is extensive and fascinating but the property has also used in recent years as a film set! For any LOTR fans your hosts can provide you with an exclusive tour of these sites and even share their own experience of being a ork. Please let us know at the time of booking if you would like to have a tour.

We have a strict 10am check out policy to allow us to clean and prepare the for our next guests. Unless you have discussed a late check out with us prior to your booking a fee imposed for check out`s after 10am.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Twizel is home to this holiday home. Ohau Skifield and Ladybird Hill Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mueller Ridge and Lake Ruataniwha. Visit our Twizel travel guide
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Ben Ohau, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Lake Ruataniwha, New Zealand, South Island, trees and mountains, azure water reflections
    Lake Ruataniwha
    4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Lake Ohau
    Lake Ohau
    26 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Mueller Ridge
    2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Twizel Town Centre
    3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center
    11 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    113 min drive

Restaurants

  • Poppies Cafe
    3 min drive
  • The Vier Project
    3 min drive
  • Mint Folk
    3 min drive
  • Jasmine Thai
    3 min drive
  • Ministry of Works
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ben Ohau High Country Station pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ben Ohau High Country Station?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ben Ohau High Country Station?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ben Ohau High Country Station?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ben Ohau High Country Station located?

Situated in Twizel, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Mueller Ridge and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Twizel Town Centre. Lake Ruataniwha and Lake Pukaki are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Ben Ohau High Country Station Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

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Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Lysanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great hotel, renovated clean room with a great knowledgeable host. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Charming cottage overlooking a working sheep station. LotR fans will recognize the ajacent area, owned by the same family, as the site of the Pelennor Fields battle scene. Very convenient for day hikes in Mt. Cook National Park. No frills accommodation, but the cute little town of Twizel is a 5 minute drive away, and one can find all the basic food and supplies there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aliecha m s.

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

Very relaxing

Amazing little cottage. Everything you need is there. Amazing view.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gweneth

Beautiful property, sweet little cottage, and friendly owners! Everything about this stay was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy place to stay for 4 nights. Very functional kitchenette, comfortable queen bed, everything worked. Hosts were unobtrusive but answered all queries immediately.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Katherine A.

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

Great area for bike rides and walks

Lovely stay in small cosy cottage on sheep property.Although we didn't see any sheep, the stay was perfect for us. Close to the little town, fishing and bike tracks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

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

Stay

Helpful host.Clean and comfortable place to stay with lovely mountain views.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Loved it!

We absolutely loved our stay at Hill Cottage. Sitting on the sunny verandah in the peaceful surrounds with a great view was very enjoyable. The starry sky at night was amazing! It was also a great base for exploring the area, including Mt Cook, and a super easy short drive to town for supplies or meals. We would highly recommend a visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

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

Hilltop Cottage 👍

Priscilla and Simon gave us a warm welcome, lovely modern cottage amid Ben Ohau Station, and a lovely, relaxing experience. Highly recommend and will definitely book again. A+++
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10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Magical MacKenzie Country Cottage

So handy to Twizel and Alps to Ocean Cycle Trail yet far away enough to have a high country experience. The site is elevated so there are fabulous photo ops from every window - possibly the best loo view I have ever seen! The deck is handy for sunrise and sunset viewing. A lot of care has gone into furnishing and there are nice personal touches like books and artworks of the MacKenzie Country. Excellent base for exploring the area and having a very well equipped kitchen and laundry means it is fully self contained - we didn't need to eat out. Exceeded expectations and highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the outlook, and being so close to Twizel! It meant after a long day socialising we could wind down. Just beautiful! Would recommend having a clothes horse as we hung our clothes around the rooms as the clothes line was in shadow at the end of the day. But it was no biggie and I'm sure if we had have asked the hosts would have provided something, they were also just super lovely and accommodating!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Juliet F.

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

Great cottage in a handy location

Peaceful location that provided a great base for everything we wanted to do. Well equipped, clean and comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nina P.

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A country haven!

We had this as our base to explore the region. So this was a comfortable haven to come home to. Very private. Prestine. Lovely property and land to explore. Hosts were really lovely.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline M.

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

Highly recommend

Loved our stay at Ben Ohau farm’s hill cottage. Amazing views, everything we needed, tastefully decorated, and sooo relaxing. Lots of great walks & lakes in the area too. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

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

Ben Ohau Cottage

Clean and cosy cottage - great location. Good info and communication for booking and arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred R.

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

Ben Ohau

Great to be in the country away from the town, lovely view, we’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026