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Cricklewood Farmstay, Alpaca walk and hot tub
Just under 10 minutes from Fairlie, 40 min from Lake Tekapo and only 1.5 hr from MT Cook, is our super cute historic Farmers cottage. Watch and pet our friendly animals from the cottage and experience some of the best star gazing in New Zealand from our beautiful hot tub. During your stay we offer a free animal tour of 1 hour, whereby you will visit some of our friendly animals incl bottle feeding our pet lambs (Aug-Dec), an Alpaca walk 🦙, and our friendly horses, cats, dogs and chickens 🥰

TekapoB2 Lakeview Apartment, breathtaking views
Enjoy this fully self-contained apartment (50㎡ + deck) with breathtaking views of Lake Tekapo and the surrounding mountains. Perfect for a couple, it features a king bedroom separate from the open-plan kitchen and dining area. The space is ideally suited for two, but we’re happy to accommodate a third guest using the sofa bed in the living room. Just a 5-minute walk from the Church of the Good Shepherd and a 10-minute stroll to the village centre. WiFi, Netflix, and a free car park are included.

Tekapo's Jewel
Stunning 3 bedroom house in Lake Tekapo with breathtaking views of the lake and Southern Alps. Features a fully equipped kitchen, open plan living, large deck with outdoor seating. Master bedroom has a King bed, second bedroom has a queen bed and a set of single bunks (room sleeps 4), third bedroom is a queen bed. Short walk to the lake and town centre, perfect for skiing, hiking, biking or relaxing. Please be aware of scammers! This listing is NOT available on any other accomodation sites

The Temple Cabin (North Point) Wilderness Comfort
Outdoor Adventure Awaits! Now offering Horse Treks!! The Temple Cabins (North Point) is at the head of Lake Ohau right at the beginning of the Hopkins Valley. It's a very special part of the NZ Alps. This cabin features a skylight for stargazing from the loft! Situated on a classic New Zealand high country station, the cabin gives it's guests access to one of the truly remote areas of the Southern Alps Enjoy horse riding from our farm, skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and much more

Timms Cottage
Timms Cottage is a rustic farm cottage and allows you to relax with an indoor outdoor space giving you breath taking views of Mt Dobson, Fox Peak and our farm. The cottage is situated behind the family homestead within our garden on our farm, providing a peaceful and private setting. We are a working farm. We are 10 km from Fairlie which has some great eating places, 3 km from Lake Opuha and half an hour from Mount Dobson and Fox Peak. Tekapo and Geraldine are only half an hour away.

Dark Sky Villas: Mountain Views
Enjoy stunning mountain and lake views from a new modern villa in Lake Tekapo. One of two villas situated within a large property, the house is private and peaceful. • Large windows and balcony to maximise the view of the mountains and stars • Fully equipped kitchen with gas stove top • Oversized smart TV with Netflix, Neon & YouTube • Onsite washer and dryer • Ample onsite parking • Plenty of green space - Two minute walk to cafes, restaurants, bars - Five minute walk to lake and church

Lake Tekapo "Bliss" (Brand New Listing)
Welcome to "Bliss", a delightful 50 sqm, 2-bedroom gem in Lake Tekapo! This cosy haven is ideal for couples, offering views of the lake and surrounding mountains. It has a fully equipped kitchen, Smart TV, washing machine, and espresso machine stocked with freshly roasted coffee beans. Just a short drive from the village centre and the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd, Bliss is ideally located so you can step outside to discover the stars and beauty of Tekapo with a touch of "Bliss".

Lakeview Cottage - cosy, homely and lake view
Lakeview Cottage is a 2 bedroom cottage with a breathtaking view of Lake Tekapo. Relax on the deck and take in the beautiful lake view or take in the night sky at night. Lakeview Cottage is at 8 Murray Place, which is short walk from the town centre, the Lake, the Church, Dog statue and restaurants and bars. The cottage has a homely feel and has been loved by guests that have stayed before. In the older established part of town, we can guarantee a quiet, enjoyable and peaceful stay.

Loft 57
This premium apartment has stunning views of Lake Tekapo and the surrounding mountain ranges. Built above a garage space you have your own entrance to the loft. Modern and stylish design with a separate bedroom: king-size bed and ensuite bathroom. With a high ceiling this masterful open plan has a full kitchen and living area with large sliding doors allowing warmth and light to fill the room. The indoor/outdoor flow goes out onto a balcony where you can fully appreciate the vista.

Dark Sky Villas: Alpine Views
Enjoy stunning mountain and lake views from a new modern villa in Lake Tekapo. One of two villas situated within a large property, the house is private and peaceful. • Large windows and balcony to maximise the view of the mountains & stars • Fully equipped kitchen with gas stove • Oversized smart TV with Netflix & Neon • Onsite washer & dryer • Ample onsite parking • Plenty of green space - Three minute walk to cafes, restaurants, bars - Five minute walk to lake and church

Big Sky Apartment, Lake Tekapo: sunny and central
Big Sky Apartment is attached to our lovely lake-house in a great part of Tekapo. It is close to everything but quiet. There are stunning views of the mountains. We have Sky TV and free Wifi for your enjoyment. The apartment has its own separate entrance and a small outdoor patio including a table/chairs. Inside the apartment is a lounge-kitchenette, king bedroom and bathroom. It is doubled glazed, has heating/air conditioning and is equipped with everything travelers need.

Cosy alpine cabin in the high country
Embrace cosy, hygge-inspired living at Ruataniwha Hut – a welcoming wood fired cabin set in the high country of the Southern Alps. Sip coffee in the mornings while gazing at the mountains. Explore the Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park during the day. Cook, eat and relax under a blanket of stars at night. Perfect for couples or a small family who appreciate a simple getaway and a base to adventure from. Only 15 mins from Twizel and 50 mins from Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park.
Popular amenities for Lake Tekapo family-friendly rentals
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Lexi's Lodge (The Cairns Alpine Resort)

Fox Cottage

Kowhai Cottages - Rustic Charm & Stargazing Oasis

Garden & hot tub | 15 min to Lake Tekapo

Skylight House with luxury cedar outdoor bath#

Stargazing + Hot Tub - Explore Tekapo & Mt Cook!

The Rise. Ben Ohau

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High Country Farmstay - near Tekapo

The Brown House

Tussock Fields, Twizel. EPIC mountain views!

Fairlie Cosy

Marlo's Bach! Modern & Spacious - King Beds

Hallewell Haven

Peel Forest Hanger Hut

Wander Lodge - Cosy cottage in the forest.
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The view of the sea

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Takapō Retreat | Lake Tekapo

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Longview Farm

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Kiauhu Lodge
When is the best time to visit Lake Tekapo?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ1,153 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,025 | ﺩ.ﺇ819 | ﺩ.ﺇ863 | ﺩ.ﺇ727 | ﺩ.ﺇ753 | ﺩ.ﺇ812 | ﺩ.ﺇ786 | ﺩ.ﺇ823 | ﺩ.ﺇ753 | ﺩ.ﺇ874 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,138 |
| Avg. temp | 16°C | 16°C | 14°C | 10°C | 7°C | 3°C | 2°C | 5°C | 8°C | 10°C | 12°C | 15°C |
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4.8 Average rating
Lake Tekapo stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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