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Twizel Alps Retreat with spacious comfortable living and breath taking views

Twizel Alps Retreat with spacious comfortable living and breath taking views

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Overview of Twizel Alps Retreat with spacious comfortable living and breath taking views

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Twizel, Canterbury
  • Popular LocationMueller Ridge13 min walk
  • Popular LocationTwizel Town Centre14 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Ruataniwha4 min drive
  • AirportTimaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)112 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 6
135 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
    1 single bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Combined shower/bath

About this property

Entire place

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

Twizel Alps Retreat with spacious comfortable living and breath taking views

This gorgeous well-loved two storey house is very clean, comfortable, warm, family-friendly and spacious. It’s unique easy-living design makes it elegant yet homely. The large fully fenced back yard and new patio area is great for relaxing and having a BBQ. The house is situated on the quiet western side of town with breath taking views of the Ben Ohau ranges and surrounding mountains. It is the perfect base to explore the Mount Cook National Park, Tekapo, the fishing canals and the many lakes that surround this town. It is also only 1.5 hours drive from Wanaka.

The beautiful kitchen flows through to the open plan large dining area and spacious lounge capturing all day sun. The dining table is big with comfortable cushioned chairs, which allows plenty of space for computer work to happen while others want to simultaneously eat at the table. There is an extensive collection of books, DVD’s (some blue ray), games, puzzles and toys, for hours of entertainment.

The downstairs bedroom is large and has a comfortable king size bed and an ensuite bathroom (toilet and shower). Baby items are stored in the cupboard which include, gates for the stairs, a high chair (feeding chair), a portable cot, baby toys and a baby bath support. At the top of the stairs is an open plan bedroom with a double and single bed, leading into another spacious room with a comfortable queen bed. All bedrooms look out at the surrounding mountains. The upstairs bathroom is spacious and has a toilet, bath and shower.

Two heat pumps keep this house warm during winter, with extra blankets provided. The air-conditioning keeps the house cool during summer, with extra fans provided in the bedrooms.

The Twizel Market Place is a leisurely 10 minute walk or a 2 minute drive from the house with numerous restaurants, bars, grocery and convenience stores. The closest bistro is about a 5 minute walk from the house.

Cleanliness is important to us, however during this COVID19 time we are taking extra care with cleaning and disinfecting, so you can expect to stay in a safe and clean home. All high touch surfaces are carefully cleaned and disinfected between guests. Cleaning products are available for guests to use during their stay, so they have peace of mind. We are also regularly decluttering and spring-cleaning the house, making sure everything is clean. Guests are welcome to bring their own linen and bedding.

All guest interaction is contactless, keys are kept in a lock-box for easy access and self-check-in. We are also very flexible with cancellations during this time, even though our cancellation policy is a full refund two weeks before your booking, we do offer full refunds after this depending on the situation (please speak to us).

Property manager

Andrea Strydom

Languages

Czech, English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Ping pong table
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby

Safety features

  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

General

  • Unit size: 1453 sq ft (135 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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

Located in Twizel, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Mueller Ridge 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 Lake Pukaki and Lake Ruataniwha. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.

What's nearby

  • Mueller Ridge - 13 min walk
  • Twizel Town Centre - 14 min walk
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 4 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki - 10 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - 10 min drive
  • Ministry of Works - 14 min walk
  • Top Hut Bar & Bistro - 13 min walk
  • Razza Bar - 11 min walk
  • Mint Folk - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Twizel Alps Retreat with spacious comfortable living and breath taking views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Twizel Alps Retreat with spacious comfortable living and breath taking views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Twizel Alps Retreat with spacious comfortable living and breath taking views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Twizel Alps Retreat with spacious comfortable living and breath taking views located?

This family-friendly Twizel holiday home is located on the riverfront, within a 15-minute walk of Mueller Ridge and Twizel Town Centre. Lake Ruataniwha is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was lovely. My only issue was the TV. I just wanted to turn on the TV.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Andrea was amazing, the communication was so easy, fast and friendly. The house was so beautifully cleaned and well stocked with everything you need. Very good value. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful house
The property is well appointed, clean and with everything you need. The instructions for various equipment around the house are very clear. Andrea was easy to contact when we had a water leak in the wall in the upstairs bathroom and had a plumber out to fix it within a few hours, which was greatly appreciated. If i am ever in NZ again i would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M., Cambridge, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
This place was amazing. It was superbly clean and tidy and so well equipped in the kitchen and bathrooms, and with linen, books and children’s toys. It is in a great quiet location. The communication from the owner was very good. Would highly recommend this place and we would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home base for the region
The location was a perfect one to see the lakes, Mr. Cook, and the Dark Sky Project. The house is comfortable, very clean and has terrific instructions for everything you might want to use that came in handy for us to cook. The house also matches the pictures and the host is very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place to stay
Great place to stay, very clean and good location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Upekshe R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was beyond expectations!
This was a stop in our journey to Queenstown and now I'm sad it was just a one night. The place was very clean and there were a bunch of toys for our baby too. There is also a feeding chair for small children which was very useful. Was amazed to find a couple of rice cookers in the pantry 😊 Frankly, we could find everything we needed in this lovely house and loved the view from the room upstairs. It was a family trip and my whole family agreed that the host must have thought of everything. Thank you for letting us stay there and will surely consider another visit in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michaela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
Highly recommend staying here just beautiful and clean 😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to explore
Wonderful location and property! Andrea does a great job communicating and keeping you informed. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

mathew j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Satisfaction
Very satisfied
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023