Mt. Sunday which you might recognize as Edoras in the Lord of the Rings - took them 11 months to build the set here, absolutely epic place! It's a 2.5 hr drive from Christchurch down gravel roads, usually ok in a regular 2WD car with an 1.5 hour return hike to the summit. Absolutely stunning, best visited in winter when there's snow on the mountains. It's a couple minutes past Mt. Potts Station where you can dine or sleep, no phone service anywhere near here

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"The villa was wonderful—gorgeous views, a nice living area with a good kitchen. There were good coffee options in the kitchen and necessary utensils. The spa/jacuzzi was quite nice after a long day, and you could also enjoy a view from the tub. The in unit washer and dryer was nice to have. "

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Planning for the weather is a good way to make your trip to Ashburton Lakes relaxing and enjoyable, especially when you're splurging. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -3°C. The rainiest months in Ashburton Lakes are May, September, December and July, with each month seeing an average of 360 mm of rainfall.

What's there to see and do in Ashburton Lakes?

Enjoy all that Ashburton Lakes has to offer and visit Mt Sunday Summit, Mount Hutt Skifield and Mount Somers. If you have spare time during your trip, you might want to make a stop at Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Staveley Historical and Geological Centre.

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