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Twizel Peaceful Retreat

Twizel Peaceful Retreat

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Deck with outdoor furniture and BBQ
Bedroom 1 - Queen bed spacious bedroom
40 minute drive to Mount Cook National Park
Bedroom 2 - Queen bed spacious bedroom
Lake Pukaki - 10 Minutes from Twizel

Overview of Twizel Peaceful Retreat

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 1191 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Twizel, Twizel
  • Popular LocationTwizel Town Centre4 min walk
  • Popular LocationMueller Ridge6 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Ruataniwha4 min drive
  • AirportTimaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)111 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon and 2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Twizel Peaceful Retreat

The house has three spacious rooms, two with a queen bed and one with four single bunk beds. There is fourth room that is in the sleepout next to the garage, this has two single bunk beds and a double futon bed, which makes it perfect for a large group. Clean linen is provided, which includes towels.

There is an open plan kitchen, lounge and dining area which opens up onto the deck. The house retains its heat well and is warm when heated. The passage has a heatpump/airconditioner which heats most of the house and there is an installed gas heater in the lounge/kitchen area which provides instant heat (no need to light fires and wait for it to get warm). Oil heaters, electric blankets and extra blankets are available for extra warmth!

The hot water is heated by gas so you will not run out of hot showers. The bathroom is spacious with a toilet and a large amazing shower. There is an extra toilet in the laundry (making it 1.5 bathrooms).

The outdoor furniture is on the deck next to the BBQ, in the beautiful peaceful fully-fenced back garden and has a recently installed shade cloth to provide much needed shade in summer.

There is plenty to keep you and your kids entertained, a PlayStation II with various games for young and old, a separate TV and DVD player with numerous DVD's, books, kids toys, a ride-on bike, games, puzzles, balls, tennis rackets, soccer nets, various size older bikes with helmets, a basket ball hoop and a trampoline (with no safety net). There is a large flat screen smart TV with freeview in the lounge and a satellite dish is available if you want to bring your own sky decoder.

There is plenty of off-street parking available inside closed gates, with enough space to store a boat or trailer and a few cars. The long drive-way is a double lane so is easily accessible, yet off the main road.

Cleanliness is important to us, as you can see from our reviews, however during this COVID time we are taking extra care with cleaning and disinfecting. Cleaning products are available for guests to use during their stay, so they have peace of mind. We are also regularly decluttering and spring-cleaning the house, making sure everything is clean. Guests are welcome to bring their own linen and bedding.

All guest interaction is contactless, keys are kept in a lockbox for easy access and self-check-in. We are also very flexible with cancellations during this time.

Property manager

Andrea Strydom
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

Czech, English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Twizel

Located in Twizel, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Mueller Ridge and Ladybird Hill Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Ruataniwha and Lake Pukaki. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hunting.

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 4 min walk
  • Mueller Ridge - 6 min walk
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 4 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki - 9 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - 9 min drive
  • Ministry of Works - 3 min walk
  • Top Hut Bar & Bistro - 2 min walk
  • Razza Bar - 2 min walk
  • Mint Folk - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Twizel Peaceful Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Twizel Peaceful Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Twizel Peaceful Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Twizel Peaceful Retreat located?

This family-friendly Twizel holiday home is located on the riverfront, within a 10-minute walk of Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge. Lake Ruataniwha is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Amenities

5/5

Property conditions & facilities

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

kellie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy 1 night stay at Twizel
Nice easy night's stay at Twizel. BBQ was great and easy for a casual dinner
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

5/5 Excellent

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private and quiet
This was a great place to stay and we loved the back deck and barbecue. Very central, close to the shops and with a lovely back garden. It was fun to have the bikes to ride around town and it was a convenient base for exploring the Mt Cook National park. The house was very clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

5/5 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very handy to town centre - good smart TV and well stocked with kids games, books and nice sheltered back yard
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

5/5 Excellent

Erika W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
This home has everything you need . It’s a home away from home . H

5/5 Excellent

Ronald G.

clean comfy abode near Mount Cook
A very comfortable cottage with all the goodies needed for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

About the host

Hosted by Andrea Strydom

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We are a family of four, originally from South Africa. We love Twizel and the surrounding area an hope you will love it just as much as we will. We work hard maintain the property and to keep our guests happy.

Why they chose this property

Twizel is so close to so many beautiful sites

What makes this property unique

Short walk to the centre of town. Close to all the lakes, Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo. Close to the ski fields.

Languages:

English, Czech

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