Family-friendly vacation rentals in Tekapo

The Lookout: Waterfalls & Ancient Rainforest Walks

Relax & unwind in total privacy with breathtaking views. Peel Forest Scenic Park is a beautiful protected rainforest. 'The Lookout' sits high in the tree tops. Surrounded by forest & birdlife, walks to waterfalls, ancient trees & mountains on your doorstep. Secluded, warm, clean and comfy-guests describe it as “A Dream”. Great for couples, families, & large groups. 5 mins to Green Man Cafe & Bar. Price includes luxury linen, toiletries, cereal, tea & coffee, exit clean. Free wifi & parking.

Twizel Alps Retreat

This lovely popular two storey house is affordable, clean, comfortable, warm, family-friendly and spacious. It comes with free WiFi (fibre) and linen. We offer a flexible cancellation policy especially during lockdown. The house is situated on the quiet western side of town with breath taking views of the Ben Ohau ranges and surrounding mountains. It’s unique easy-living design makes it elegant yet homely. It has a large fully fenced back yard with a furnished patio area and a BBQ.

Somers Holiday Cottage

Comfortable, clean well equipped 1 bedroom cottage with all day sun. Separate guest driveway, plenty of parking for your car & boat. Our cottage has 4 steps up to the deck, ideal to relax by day & watch spectacular stars of the milky way by night. Close to many outdoor activities in the heart of Mt Somers Village. Explore early history, try your hand at tramping, fishing, skiing, boating & golf the area offers. Strict 2 guest policy, do not bring extra guests. We live next door.

Beach Bungalow

This beach bungalow has the ocean literally at its doorstep. This hidden gem is very conveniently located, close (walking distance) to our town centre with cafes, restaurants and bars overlooking our beautiful Bay. Our coastal walking track runs directly past this house, which invites safe and scenic walks or mountain biking. Aquatic centre and tennis courts are also just a stone throw away. Supermarket and Fast food options just a walk across the park.

New with a View, Twizel - FREE WIFI

This is a fantastic newly built 3 bedroom home with large open plan living on a fully fenced section with established garden. Wonderfully warm in the winter, the indoor-outdoor flow means it is cool in summer with a great wrap-around-patio that looks out to an uninterrupted view of the mountains. There is a large amount of off street parking space that will fit the boat with ease and even a outdoor fish filleting table to process the days catch.

Lakeview Haven

Spectacular lake & mountain views Modern 120 sqm detached home with kitchen/dining area, lounge, 2 bedrooms, bathroom & laundry Fully equipped kitchen & lounge have great views of the lake & mountains. Bathroom has a toilet, sink, bath & shower Property is heated with 2 heat pumps Driveway provides off street parking & large covered veranda has table & chairs Home is highly insulated & double glazed. Sky TV & unlimited wifi (fibre) available

Nicks Cottage

Stay in our cosy self contained cottage in the village of Staveley on the Inland Scenic route Highway 72. We are close to conservation parks, local walking tracks including the Sharplins fall track , Staveley Ice skating rink and Mt Hutt ski field. Methven is just 15 minutes drive. Ideal for couples, trampers, adventurers, and families. Families with toddlers need to be aware that a small creek runs through the property.

St Elmo's Farm Cottage

St Elmo's Cottage is a three bedroom country house, situated under the foothills of the Southern Alps of New Zealand's South Island. It has been extensively renovated from its original 1950's state in 2018, and redecorated in 2023 - you will love the end result! We own the farm surrounding St Elmo's Cottage so look forward to seeing you around and sharing our little slice of paradise!

Glencraig Country House

Stylish and spacious holiday home set a few kilometres outside of the Fairlie Township. Open plan living area with seating, dining table, kitchen and cloakroom. Hallway leads to separate toilet, bathroom and two double bedrooms. There are spectacular panoramic views and the best view of the night sky from a private deck with a huge seating area on the front of the house.