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GH Twizel Holiday Cottage located in Mackenzie star gazing reserve

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Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, books
Exterior
Interior
Nestled in a peaceful lifestyle block, this cottage offers sole occupancy and a serene atmosphere. Guests can unwind with air-conditioned comfort, free WiFi, and the tranquility of nature's dark night sky reserve.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 267 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$477
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

GH Twizel Holiday Cottage located in Mackenzie star gazing reserve

Listing description
This newly built cottage is located in a peaceful lifestyle block.

Guests will have sole occupancy of the cottage.

It has a great mountain view and the dark night sky reserve here. Towels and bed linen are included.

It is air-conditioned and provides all the necessary amenities and essentials to make your stay comfortable.

Two bedrooms with a very comfy King size bed and two king single beds.
A nice bathroom is completed with a waterfall-style shower head.
Free wifi, free parking, self check in lockbox.....

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 721 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Map
Twizel, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Mueller Ridge - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Twizel Town Centre - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Lake Pukaki - 13 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Lake Ohau - 26 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ministry of Works - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Musterers Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GH Twizel Holiday Cottage located in Mackenzie star gazing reserve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at GH Twizel Holiday Cottage located in Mackenzie star gazing reserve?

As of 30 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GH Twizel Holiday Cottage located in Mackenzie star gazing reserve on 1 Sept 2025 start from AU$476.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at GH Twizel Holiday Cottage located in Mackenzie star gazing reserve?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GH Twizel Holiday Cottage located in Mackenzie star gazing reserve?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GH Twizel Holiday Cottage located in Mackenzie star gazing reserve located?

Situated in Twizel, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Mueller Ridge and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Twizel Town Centre. Lake Ruataniwha and Lake Pukaki are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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GH Twizel Holiday Cottage located in Mackenzie star gazing reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roy L., Orange County, CA

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

Wonderful stay in Twizel

We had a great stay in Twizel under the stars and near the mountains. The place was clean and modern. It’s in a quiet neighborhood where you can relax and be in peace.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

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

The star of our New Zealand holiday!

This was our favorite stay during our 15-day holiday to New Zealand. Teresa goes above and beyond to make you feel at home, the house is extremely comfortable, and the stars are like nothing I’ve ever seen before. I wish we could go back tomorrow!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

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

Dark Sky hopes

The property was everything listed and nicer with a beautiful garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth G.

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

Stunning, and so welcoming

This is the best kind of Vrbo where a naturally hospitable person has some extra space and genuinely wants to share it with others. This is like visiting your parents when you've gone away to college, with all your favorite snacks laid out for you in your bedroom and a handwritten note telling you how proud they are of you. Yes, this is the Hallmark movie version of visiting your parents.I'm not even the sort of person who likes to meet the host, but I was instantly charmed by Teresa coming out to meet us to make sure we had everything we needed when we arrived pretty late at night. And yes, she had snacks set out and fresh milk in the fridge and a handwritten note and cool books on the bookshelf.Other pros:Kitchen was a great setup, plenty of utensils, cookwareAppliances included electric range, microwave, kettle, toaster, FULL SIZE fridge, and host offered washer/dryerTV was easy, internet generousTwo showerheads, very coolReally gorgeous sky at nightDefinitely check this one out
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

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

Awesome clean property, super nice host.

Loved the location. Close to town. Awesome stars. Would recommned, would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jan G.

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

Tidy, clean cottage

Tidy little cottage just on outskirts of Twizel. Basic but nice. Comfy bed. Well insulated.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024