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Twizel Alps Retreat

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Twizel, Canterbury
  • Place, Mueller Ridge
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Pukaki
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Twizel

A family-friendly stay in Twizel awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Mueller Ridge and Twizel Town Centre. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features a fireplace, a balcony or patio and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a fenced private garden and a TV are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .In proximity to this Twizel holiday home you'll find Lake Pukaki.

What's nearby

  • Mueller Ridge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Twizel Town Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Pukaki - 10 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Lake Ohau - 28 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 48 min drive - 73.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vier Project - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Poppies Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine - ‬14 min walk

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

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 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, Lake 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 too. There is an extensive collection of books, DVD’s, 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 and a baby bath. 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 and a large shower.

Two heat pumps and a fireplace keep this house warm during winter, with extra heaters and blankets provided. The air-conditioning and portable fans keeps the house cool during summer.

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.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,453 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive lockbox information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Twizel Alps Retreat have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Twizel Alps Retreat family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and baby baths, it's no surprise that Twizel Alps Retreat is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Twizel Alps Retreat?

No, Twizel Alps Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Twizel Alps Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Twizel Alps Retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.

Twizel Alps Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tami L., Durham

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home base for Mt. Cook National Park. Very spacious and well appointed. Loved the bedroom with skylights.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The communication was excellent as was the house.My little ponies were a hit with the kids.See you next time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Whangamata

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely loved our stay at your wonderful place, we really appreciated everything available in the property, especially the children's toys. Our grandchildren throughly enjoyed them.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home. Great location.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable stay thank you. Great place in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed one night in winter. The house was warm on arrival and the wood stove added to the pleasure of our stay. Everything was clean and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice house with views of the mountains. The house had everything we needed and it was clean. It was easy to get to Mt Cook Village from here and there is good fishing nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Aravinda H., Melbourne Australia

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cosy place well nestled in Twizel

Very well maintained, with all clear instructions and signages. Clean and today place with a nice fire place 😊❤️
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne, Windham

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Stay

An overnight stay at an Awesome home. Nothing overlooked, host has thought of everything that guests could need for a comfortable long or short stay. Information & instructions to find & work apliances, & information about the water & to let it run before taking a drink illustrates the level of attention to detail the host has. The home was immaculately clean & tidy & very very well stocked. All amenities close by including fishing spots. Very welcoming & homely feeling. The best holiday home we've ever stayed in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice stay

Place was impeccably clean, very well stocked, had everything we needed and more. Clear posted instructions helped for operating house equipment. Andrea was very responsive to our needs, very pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommended!

My husband, friend, and I had a wonderful stay at Andrea’s house. The space was super clean with a very well equipped kitchen and comfortable beds. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rony C.

Liked: Cleanliness

The house is wonderful. Highly recommend

Highly recommended. Beautiful place. Very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tania S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view’s from the bedroom

A warm and welcoming home. It was clean, spacious and nicely stocked. We would liked to have had the time to stay longer and enjoy the views with a beverage out in the porch.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022