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Dusky's Hidden Gem - a Private Sanctuary in the majestic Mackenzie country

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Enjoy a serene outdoor retreat with a cozy bedroom, barbecue grill, and comfortable seating area.
Bathroom features a sink, toilet, and wooden bench.
Enjoy a homey atmosphere with a central dining table, cozy seating area, and large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Two-story building with a dark exterior and large windows surrounded by lush greenery.
Relax in a comfortable guest room with a large bed, wooden nightstand, and framed artwork.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 448 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug

About this property

Entire place

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

Dusky's Hidden Gem - a Private Sanctuary in the majestic Mackenzie country

Enjoy the star studded Mackenzie sky lying in bed, or in our private outdoor garden area with an outdoor bath. This cosy modern studio unit, sleeps 4 in queen bed and separate bunkroom. Combined with a large, walk in shower; separate toilet room; kitchenette and bbq for your own cooking convenience, well heated by heat pump and TV/wifi.
This lovely property is only 5 minutes drive to the blue lakes of Lake Ruataniwha, Pukaki or Benmore. Spend the day at the blue lakes of Lake Ruataniwha, Pukaki or Benmore, or heat to majestic Mt Cook just 45 minutes away. Visit the salmon farm and buy fresh salmon or take a day bike on the A20 bike trail. Tucked away in a quiet cul de save but only 2 minutes walk to restaurants and shopsThe perfect accommodation to rest and relax between exploring one of the most beautiful areas of the world.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 517 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please turn off heat pump when you leave

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Under 12 years by permission only.

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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

  • Twizel Town Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mueller Ridge - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 3 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Lake Pukaki - 10 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Lake Ohau - 29 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bumbles Bacon Butties - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Musterer's Hut Cafe - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dusky's Hidden Gem - a Private Sanctuary in the majestic Mackenzie country pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dusky's Hidden Gem - a Private Sanctuary in the majestic Mackenzie country?

As of 4 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dusky's Hidden Gem - a Private Sanctuary in the majestic Mackenzie country on 6 Aug 2025 start from NZ$270.06, 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 Dusky's Hidden Gem - a Private Sanctuary in the majestic Mackenzie country?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dusky's Hidden Gem - a Private Sanctuary in the majestic Mackenzie country?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dusky's Hidden Gem - a Private Sanctuary in the majestic Mackenzie country located?

Situated in Twizel, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge. Lake Ruataniwha is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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Dusky's Hidden Gem - a Private Sanctuary in the majestic Mackenzie country Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine G.

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

Great place

Great place very cute and great use of space, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

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

Cosy spot in great location

Sweet jumping off point for all the region has to offer, lakes mountains and culture. Kids loved relaxing in the outdoor bath watching the stars:-)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

A P.

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

Lovely!

Great property! Comfortable and great location. Some issues with the check in process as the booking was not the same on my VRBO as theirs so I would recommend reaching out the night before or the morning of check in. Also no check out instructions so hopefully I followed the rules:))
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great Price. Close to groceries and shopping. The unit is small but has everything you may need to be self sufficient. The Queen bed was very comfortable.The water pressure in the unit was excellent. The shower was very good. The kitchen is compact but has everything to make a meal. All in all it was cute and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kath S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Central stop off

Great little bach. Easy walking distance to shops. Easy access to tourist sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicky P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jolanda J.

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

Gezellig huisje

Heerlijk verblijf met fantastisch uitzicht op de sterren als er geen wolken zijn
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024