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Twizel Peaceful Retreat

Twizel Peaceful Retreat

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Twizel Peaceful Retreat

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Twizel, Twizel
  • Popular LocationTwizel Town Centre4 min walk
  • Popular LocationMueller Ridge6 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Ruataniwha4 min drive
  • AirportTimaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)111 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 11
91 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    4 bunk beds
Common area
    2 bunk beds
    1 sofa bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower

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 Peaceful Retreat

The house has three spacious rooms, two with a queen bed and one with four single bunk beds. There is fourth room that is in the sleepout next to the garage, this has two single bunk beds and a double futon bed, which makes it perfect for a large group. Clean linen is provided, which includes towels.

There is an open plan kitchen, lounge and dining area which opens up onto the deck. The house retains its heat well and is warm when heated. The passage has a heatpump/airconditioner which heats most of the house and there is an installed gas heater in the lounge/kitchen area which provides instant heat (no need to light fires and wait for it to get warm). Oil heaters, electric blankets and extra blankets are available for extra warmth!

The hot water is heated by gas so you will not run out of hot showers. The bathroom is spacious with a toilet and a large amazing shower. There is an extra toilet in the laundry (making it 1.5 bathrooms).

The outdoor furniture is on the deck next to the BBQ, in the beautiful peaceful fully-fenced back garden and has a recently installed shade cloth to provide much needed shade in summer.

There is plenty to keep you and your kids entertained, a PlayStation II with various games for young and old, a separate TV and DVD player with numerous DVD's, books, kids toys, a ride-on bike, games, puzzles, balls, tennis rackets, soccer nets, various size older bikes with helmets, a basket ball hoop and a trampoline (with no safety net). There is a large flat screen smart TV with freeview in the lounge and a satellite dish is available if you want to bring your own sky decoder.

There is plenty of off-street parking available inside closed gates, with enough space to store a boat or trailer and a few cars. The long drive-way is a double lane so is easily accessible, yet off the main road.

Cleanliness is important to us, as you can see from our reviews, however during this COVID time we are taking extra care with cleaning and disinfecting. 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 lockbox for easy access and self-check-in. We are also very flexible with cancellations during this time.

Property manager

Andrea Strydom

Languages

Czech, English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • 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

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Cycling on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 980 sq ft (91 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
Contactless check-out

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Twizel Peaceful Retreat Twizel
Twizel Peaceful Retreat Private vacation home
Twizel Peaceful Retreat Private vacation home Twizel

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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 4 min walk
  • Mueller Ridge - 6 min walk
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 4 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki - 9 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - 9 min drive
  • Ministry of Works - 3 min walk
  • Top Hut Bar & Bistro - 2 min walk
  • Razza Bar - 2 min walk
  • Mint Folk - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Twizel Peaceful Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Twizel Peaceful Retreat?

As of 18 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Twizel Peaceful Retreat on 20 Apr 2024 start from NZ$287.31, 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 Twizel Peaceful Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Twizel Peaceful Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Twizel Peaceful Retreat located?

This family-friendly Twizel holiday home is located on the riverfront, within a 10-minute walk of Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge. Lake Ruataniwha is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy home with all the amenities, including a lovely back yard. Located close to restaurants and grocery store. I only wish we had time to stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Twizel Peaceful Retreat
Nice house, well equipped in very handy location in Twizel (2 mins walk to supermarket and cafes).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and amenties
Had everything we needed for our stay. Walkable to stores and a few restaurants in town. Easy day trip to Mount Cook area. House was clean, comfortable bed, outdoor deck and furniture.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful family bach near Aoraki Mount Cook
We had a great time in this lovely holiday bach. We chose it due to its proximity to Aoraki Mount Cook where we did some day hikes and because it looked so cosy and other guests had mentioned how well set up for families and clean it was. We loved playing the board games at night and we used the bikes for a lovely ride along the river. It was very clean and well looked after and we hope to visit again in the near future. Great communication with the host - - we felt well looked after even before checking in. We all loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

kellie g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy 1 night stay at Twizel
Nice easy night's stay at Twizel. BBQ was great and easy for a casual dinner
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
Totally enjoyed our stay , loved relaxing there and warm weather. Loved amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday home
Stayed two nights with a family of 8. The weather was fine so we cooked and ate outside...good BBQ and lounge area outside. The inside lounge/kitchen area was small for the size of our group. Most things in the kitchen and pantry, but overall a well appointed property in a handy location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deepak B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location and house had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Well setup house
Well setup house with lots of beds and everything you need. Easy walk from back fence gate to the town centre. Good heating for our middle of winter stay. Host helpful, although we did not need to ask for anything
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great place, fantastic service. Can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023