Family-friendly vacation rentals in Waitaki District

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.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Cleanliness

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 IG: @ruataniwha_hut

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Starry getaway in Twizel | Manuka Vista

Marvel at the Milky Way from a Dark Sky Reserve at this charming, isolated 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom property nestled on the picturesque Manuka Terrace near Twizel! Have this cozy retreat all to yourself-an ideal base for exploring the stunning landscapes of Ben Ohau and attractions that this remarkable region has to offer, including: -Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. -Lake Pukaki -Hiking and biking trails -Lake Tekapo -Lake Ohau -Stargazing -Salmon and trout fishing High speed wifi available

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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

Family · Indoor spaces · Heating

Pukaki Lakeside House - Fantastic Views

Set in Lake Pukaki in the Canterbury region, near Twizel, Pukaki Lakeside Getaway House has superb mountain and lake views. You have the whole house to yourselves, with a fully equipped kitchen and laundry, large dining and living areas with satellite flat-screen TV, wi-fi, a balcony/patio for outdoor living and 4 bedrooms. Lake Pukaki is a short walk down the hill from the house. Lake Tekapo is 50km away and the town of Twizel is 10km miles away. Mt Cook is a 40 minute drive away.

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Harakeke House

Relax in the best of rural Mackenzie country with the whole family at our peaceful holiday home. We are less than 5min from Lake Opuha, and you could be at 3 ski fields within an hour!!! Approx 40 minutes from Tekapo , 1 hour from Timaru and 30 minutes from Geraldine, and approx 2 1/2 hours to Christchurch. Situated on the sunny corner of a working dairy farm you’ll enjoy mountain views and peaceful starry nights. Plenty of room for the family with a large lawn and fully fenced section.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Outdoor spaces

The Black House - Stars & Alpine Views

Relax at The Black House, a warm, sunny eco-friendly retreat set amongst rolling countryside. This stylish three-bedroom modern home offers comfort, full amenities, and stunning Mt Dobson and alpine views. Walk to Lake Opuha or explore nearby Fairlie township and Lake Tekapo. Soak in the outdoor bath under world-renowned dark skies—perfect for unforgettable stargazing. Ideal for romantic, peaceful escapes or family adventures, with generous open grounds to unwind and reconnect.

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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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Cape Wanbrow Cottage

This is an entire apartment with views to the Ocean. It is cosy and quiet and only 5 minutes from Oamaru but set in a beautiful rural environment. A new kitchen, a cosy loungeroom and private courtyard with barbeque and separate entrance. Tea, coffee, milk and basic supplies in the pantry, homemade bread and a sample of our own honey . Breakfast cereals provided . You will love it. A pleasant garden and views top it all off....while being handy to town.

Family · Kitchen · Getting around

Woolshed Lodge Farmstay Kurow

Woolshed Lodge Farmstay. Enjoy mountain & forest views and farm animals Modern space to relax & enjoy a rural experience. Great stars on clear nights. The Lodge offers extra experiences, aWoodfired Hot Tub in a forest grove, Infared sauna, delicious meals and local wines. When you book you get the whole Lodge to yourself. We have a tiny house on the property too. Tiny house guests use a separate bathroom by the Lodge's back door. WiFi on request

Indoor spaces · Family · Bathroom

Seascape

Nestled amongst the native trees, up on sunny South hill , hides a mid-century gem. Elevated over the garden with a deck that completes the house giving prime views of the ocean and sunrise. 2 minutes down the hill to the historic precinct filled with many delights including Blue Penguins ,bakery, coffee, art galleries and breweries.The East Coast golden sand beaches are a short ten minute drive away.

Indoor spaces · Family · Sleep quality

Luxury Dark Sky Hideaway Cabin B - with Hot Tub

Dark Sky Hideaway is a secluded, luxury retreat set deep in the breathtaking Ben Ohau landscape. Surrounded by dramatic peaks and a vast rugged valley, it’s more than a place to stay - it’s a chance to slow down and reconnect. Soak under the stars in the private hot tub, in one of the world’s top dark sky reserves. Located just 15 mins from Twizel, 4 hrs from Christchurch, and 2.5 hrs from Queenstown.

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