Farmstay vacation rentals in Mackenzie District

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 🥰

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Antlers Rest- Twizel

Stay in this beautiful, luxurious two-bedroom chalet-style home on the outskirts of Twizel — winner of the Luxury Holiday Home Award 2025. With breathtaking, uninterrupted views of the Ben Ohau mountain range, Antlers Rest has been furnished and decorated to the highest standard. The modern yet rustic interior creates a warm & welcoming atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The open-plan living area is air-conditioned and offers both a heat pump & a log burner, ensuring year-round comfort.

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Fiery Peak Eco-Retreat with Logfire & Hot Tub

COSY UP THIS WINTER next to the logfire in our luxurious country retreat. SOAK under the stars in your exclusive-use wood-fired hot tub ($70 - one night/ $100 for 2). Enjoy long chats next to the fire pit. WATCH the sun set behind the mountains. Wake to birdsong. TAKE the plunge in our springfed pool. DAY TRIPS to Tekapo, Mt Cook, Mt Sunday. 8kms to Geraldine village. Reconnect with your partner or BESTIE (x2 mattress avail) surrounded by nature. Games & books, screen & wifi free. Bliss!

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Shearvue Farmstay with FARM TOUR & Spa | Fairlie

AI currently rates Shearvue Farmstay "No: 1 Farmstay with included farm tour in NZ". Relax in a cosy 2-bedroom cottage on a 347ha NZ farm with 3500 sheep and 400 cattle. During a COMPLIMENTARY FARM TOUR, hand feed our friendly animals, including pig, sheep, alpaca, cows, horses & dog, while learning about farming in NZ By night, from your private spa pool, enjoy the Mackenzie Region's famous stary skies. Drive Times: 3.5 hours to Queenstown, 2.5 hours to Christchurch, 40 minutes toTekapo

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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

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Michaelvale Bed & Breakfast

Peace and tranquility. Situated 12kms from Fairlie and only 30mins drive to Lake Tekapo our self contained accommodation is a perfect place to relax. We provide a warm and sunny studio unit which includes a delicious continental breakfast and is private from your hosts home nearby. Amazing star gazing and just 2kms from Lake Opuha for those keen on fishing, boating, kayaking, biking and walking. This is a spectacular and peaceful rural setting with amazing views of the mountains.

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Bedeshurst bnb- countryside stop 10km from Fairlie

Bedeshurst bnb is a cosy, private studio unit which is situated on our farm in South Canterbury. We are in the countryside, an 8-10 minute drive from the small town of Fairlie on a gravel/shingle no-exit road. We do not live in Fairlie township, so if you want to be right beside the supermarket - don’t book here. We live in a beautiful, quiet part of the country and the unit has amazing views across our farm and to the mountains beyond. Our farm has great walking and biking tracks.

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Stargazing & Hot Tub: Near Mt Cook & Tekapo!

The perfect place for people who love a peaceful countryside location with starry skies and beautiful views. Wake up to peace, quiet & birdsong, not traffic! Our cottage is on a beautiful 10-acre property in a dark sky reserve, and has amazing mountain views. It’s 17km from the town of Twizel, and offers both privacy & modern comforts. Visit Tekapo or Mt Cook then relax in a wood-fired hot tub under the stars. Very safe location. 50 mins to Mt Cook/Tekapo. 2.5 hrs to Queenstown.

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Cosy alpine cabin near Mt Cook and Tekapo

Welcome to Ruataniwha Hut, an intimate wood fired cabin in the high country of the Southern Alps. Wake to coffee and mountain views. Spend your days exploring Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park. Return to unwind under a blanket of stars. Set in an international dark sky reserve, the hut is built for couples and small families craving a simple escape. Ruataniwha Hut is the perfect base for your adventures. Mt Cook / Hooker Valley Track 50 min Tekapo 40 min Twizel 15 min

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Marytrickle in the Heart of the Dark Sky Reserve

Stay on working high country award winning merino sheep farm, in a modern private apartment. Apartment is on 2 levels, has a private entrance, outdoor space and free parking. Sheep and hens are next to the free car park. Swimming pool is a "cold" pool and is open in the summer months. Enjoy the STARS & uninterrupted night sky, with no town lighting pollution. Marytrickle is a perfect location for a base to explore the Mt Cook/Twizel/Lake Tekapo area has to offer.

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Raspberry Hut, Huge Spaces & Panoramic Views

Near new very comfortable House, just outside of Twizel. Beautiful 360o views. 3 bedrooms, 2 toilets, bathroom with shower and bath. Separate sleep out with 2 sets of single bunk neds. Large open plan kitchen, lounge, dining all with concrete floor that opens out onto large deck. Styled as a hunting & fishing lodge. Sheltered BBQ area with outdoor lounge suite perfect for entertaining and enjoy the Mackenzie night sky. Fully fenced and secure 1 hectare section.

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Fox Cottage

Fox Cottage is a modern 4 bedroom home, situated on Fox Peak Ski Field Road, near Fairlie South Canterbury. Due to its location, Fox Cottage is a perfect holiday destination for anyone who wishes to experience the great outdoors. With the Fox Peak Ski Field and the North Opuha Conservation Park only 10 minutes drive this home is perfect for those interested in tramping, fishing, mountain biking, horse riding or skiing.

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