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Our top choices for South Island holiday homes

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1. Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (349 reviews)
"This small but perfectly adequate room was perfect for our overnight stay. The only hutch was our aircon didn't work on a very morning but everything else was great"
Australia
Cheryl
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Skyrim Lodge
Exterior

2. 2BR Stay with Fireplace Hot Tub BBQ - Tasman

2BR Stay with Fireplace Hot Tub BBQ - Tasman
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Fantastic place, location and great communication "
United States
Mary R.
The price is NZ$577
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
2BR Stay with Fireplace Hot Tub BBQ - Tasman
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3. Alpine Views Burkes Pass

Alpine Views Burkes Pass
3.5 star property
Burkes Pass
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Good location , clean & cozy. "
Canada
Chan-Chia
The price is NZ$435
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Alpine Views Burkes Pass
Large Studio Apartment | View from room

4. Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
4.0 star property
Lower Shotover
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (200 reviews)
"Lovely setting...clean as and very comfortable"
New Zealand
Grant
The price is NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Manata Lodge
Exterior

5. Glencairn Beauty

Glencairn Beauty
3.5 star property
Twizel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"A nice place to stay!"
Hong Kong SAR China
Yee Man
The price is NZ$371
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Glencairn Beauty
Front of property

6. Oakview

Oakview
4.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Excellent stay, lovely place, clean and comfy"
United States
ercan
The price is NZ$415
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Oakview
Living area

7. The lakehouse on Pollock, Lake Tekapo

The lakehouse on Pollock, Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Love the property and the lake view. The house is huge. Will book again in the future"
United States
Xiaozhe W.
The price is NZ$801
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The lakehouse on Pollock, Lake Tekapo
Exterior

8. Cameron's Beach Front

Cameron's Beach Front
Camerons
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (259 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay"
New Zealand
Eugenia T.
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Cameron's Beach Front
Outdoor dining

9. Free Wifi/Breakfast,clean,private studio Greymouth

Free Wifi/Breakfast,clean,private studio Greymouth
Paroa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great place to stay so quiet not far to all the sight seeing lovely hoast very lovely people "
New Zealand
lynne g.
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Free Wifi/Breakfast,clean,private studio Greymouth
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

10. Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat

Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat
Broad Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (227 reviews)
"Beautiful bird song!"
Australia
Kris
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat
Front of property – evening/night

11. The Church at FOX

The Church at FOX
4.0 star property
Fox Glacier
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great stay at the Church at FOX. Spacious, clean with good amenities and location. "
Canada
Stefanie
The price is NZ$478
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Church at FOX
Beach nearby

12. Peaceful piece of Paradise

Peaceful piece of Paradise
Wainui
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Great hosts and great location!"
United States
Annika M.
The price is NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Peaceful piece of Paradise
Exterior

13. Spacious 3 Bedroom house. 2 minute walk to Fairlie town & famous pies!

Spacious 3 Bedroom house. 2 minute walk to Fairlie town & famous pies!
Fairlie
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Great accommodation for our long weekend in Fairlie. Only three spoons and five forks found so we bought some and topped up the supply"
Australia
Murray
The price is NZ$349
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Spacious 3 Bedroom house. 2 minute walk to Fairlie town & famous pies!
Exterior

14. Historic School in rural Oamaru with farm animals and outdoor baths

Historic School in rural Oamaru with farm animals and outdoor baths
Oamaru
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"This place is amazing we loved our stay and didn’t want to leave"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Historic School in rural Oamaru with farm animals and outdoor baths
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

15. Fairlie Family Home

Fairlie Family Home
Fairlie
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Gteat place well loxated. Will stay again"
Australia
Craig
The price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Fairlie Family Home
Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living area

16. Coldstream Estate - The Whare

Coldstream Estate - The Whare
4.0 star property
Coldstream
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Whare. The accommodation was very clean and comfortable and the decor was beautiful. It was also extremely well equipped with everything we might need for our stay. Annie our host left us with a very generous and delicious hamper for breakfast, we would highly recommend it."
Australia
Victoria
The price is NZ$389
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Coldstream Estate - The Whare
Exterior detail

17. Bonita Casa - WiFi/Skytv

Bonita Casa - WiFi/Skytv
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"This was a great place for a large family - lots of room, town in walking distance, quiet and everything we needed."
Australia
Sally A.
The price is NZ$742
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Bonita Casa - WiFi/Skytv
Interior

18. Treescapes

Treescapes
4.0 star property
Punakaiki
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Fantastic property. Amazing views, great outdoor area, very clean, loved the hot tub. Great kitchen, comfy beds, laundry was awesome. Loved the fireplace. Nothing not to like, a real gem. Highly recommend."
Australia
Amelia
The price is NZ$505
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Treescapes
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

19. Welcoming and well loved older house centrally located in Haast township

Welcoming and well loved older house centrally located in Haast township
Haast
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (51 reviews)
"Ideal for our stay in every way. Nice and spacious home."
New Zealand
Charlotte and Sydney W.
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Welcoming and well loved older house centrally located in Haast township
Family House, Ocean View | Living area

20. Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
4.0 star property
Kaikōura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Beautiful views and central location. The stars are amazing and the local activities are out of this world. "
United States
Sarah
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

8/10 Good
"Even though this hotel is showing some age our room (Lakeview Room) was clean, spacious and had a fabulous view of Lake Wakatipu and the snow capped mountains of The Remarkables. Walking distance to the centre of town. Lots of cafes, bars and restaurants to choose from."
Kellie 3-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

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South Island Holiday Homes information

Number of reviews
1,438
Accommodation
677 Holiday Homes
Lowest Price
NZ$156
Highest Price
NZ$801