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Original Twizel Bach - Pet Friendly

Holiday home in Twizel

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Twizel, Canterbury
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mueller Ridge
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Ruataniwha
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

About this property

Original Twizel Bach - Pet Friendly

Welcome to our bach in the heart of Twizel, New Zealand. Nestled in the beautiful Mackenzie Basin, Twizel is a hidden gem known for its stunning landscapes, clear skies, and proximity to some of the most incredible natural wonders the South Island has to offer.

A warm and classic kiwi batch, designed to help you make the most of your time in this stunning region. Just a short stroll from the town center, you’ll find yourself perfectly positioned to explore all that Twizel has to offer, from local cafes and shops to the nearby lakes, walking trails and even bike trials.

In the winter you'll find the house warm thanks to a log fire. In the summer the large lawn space allows ample space for warm summer evening s outdoor. Plenty of space for tents, caravans, boats and off street parking.

Our pet friendly Bach is safe and secure for small and large animals. We have installed a small dog and cat friendly door for easy indoor and outdoor access. Even the most determined escape artists will find it impossible to slip through. Your pets are warmly welcomed to relax and feel at home indoors and outdoors.

Twizel is a gateway to some of New Zealand's most breathtaking sights. Spend your days exploring the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki, gazing at the majestic Mount Cook, or cycling along the Alps 2 Ocean trail. And when night falls, the clear skies offer some of the best stargazing opportunities in the world.

Whether you're here for a weekend getaway or a longer stay, our batch is the perfect base for creating lasting memories with your loved ones. We can’t wait to welcome you to Twizel.

Each bed has a light blanket, mattress protector and pillow. All linen, towels etc will need to be provided by guests. Due to needing to supply your own linen this Bach may not be suitable for oversea’s traveler’s.

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Amenities

Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Parking available

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Twizel

Twizel is home to this holiday home. Ladybird Hill Vineyard and Ohau Skifield are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Pukaki and Mueller Ridge. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Twizel, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mueller Ridge - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 3 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Lake Pukaki - 9 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Lake Ohau - 30 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Top Hut - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Musterers Hut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poppies Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Original Twizel Bach - Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

Where is Original Twizel Bach - Pet Friendly located?

Situated in Twizel, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge. Lake Ruataniwha is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A warm house any problems was quickly resolved
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Twizel

Great place to stay at
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

clive s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fishing weekend in twizel

The property suited our needs perfectly. Only thing we could have done with is a hot tub as we were aching like hell but you cant have everything :}. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Robin G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Sad to report that we found the bach rather shabby and unwelcoming. We had expected a basic bach (no problem with that) but it was more rundown than we expected, and we found it dusty and untidy, with a wet dirty handtowel in the kitchen. There was no firewood in the house and no kindling or firestarters so we struggled to get the fire going. There was also no information sheet with any extra information about using the bach (e.g. how to get onto the wi-fi). We did appreciate the handy location and the fenced yard for the dog.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nothing fancy but good old kiwi bach

This is a place you need to bring your own bedding (which we had) and towels (which we forgot :-) ) It was good value for money. We did not have internet. I am not sure if that could have been arranged. We stayed as a couple with my brother but we think it might be also a really nice place for a family. It is easy walking to the town center. We would come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Danielle R.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So we did not end up staying the two nights we had paid for. The place was quite dirty and not cleaned at all. We didn't realize that linens and towels were not provided and since we were international travelers it was very difficult to find any around the area. The host never reached out about check in instructions and I had to reach out to get any information and then when I reached out about the condition of the place the host never responded back. I wouldn't recommend this rental as our experience was quite miserable and rough all in all. We had to find last minute accomodations because of the state of this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Willian B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house has everything you need for a comfortable stay. There is a powerful electric heater, but to warm up the bedrooms you need to keep all the doors open. There’s also a wood burner, but the air regulator wasn’t working properly during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lachy M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Got caught out not having our linen. Central location close to shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Johnathan T.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
We ask if there was a BBQ and was told there is one but it was due to be replaced should of been replaced along time ago. We went to use it and it was covered in fat and rust, the bunners were rusted out and the gas hose o ring was all cracked. Was really unhappy as we planned on having a BBQ dinner and couldn't. Next problem was the fire place we had to have to door open to get the fire to work as soon as we closed the door it went out. The wood was wet and took ages to light had to dry the next pieces out on top of the fire before putting it in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Twizel

Love twizel, beautiful place to stay.This wee bach was perfect. Easy to find, plenty of room for the dogs, close to the shopping centre. The fire was so cosy.Thanks for having us and i hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great and central lovely hosts

Lovely hosts that accommodated our changes and was exactly how it looked online - thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ray b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway fishing break

What a gr8, basic, kiwi bach!. Everything that we needed and was as described. Well insulated and easy to keep warm with log fire and heater. Brilliant shower. And dog friendly. Well done and thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing & quiet stay

Single beds a bit uncomfortable.No TV - possibly due to a freeview satellite upgrade?Otherwise worked well for us.Would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

stevenson m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

On point with location etc
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great base for visiting Twizel

Warm, cozy , great shower! Everything we needed for a two night stay. Perfect for pets, well fenced. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aurora hotspot

Handy and comfortable place to stay while we chased Aurora.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Great bach that has everything you need for a holiday
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great location

Had everything we needed , close to supermarket , nice private aera for drinks and a barbe
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness
Booked it for 2 nights , 5 of us 1.5 toilet roll provided , no laundry detergent , No wifi , no table or chair outside Pretty average to be honest , the place is cheap to rent and pet friendly apart from that not a lot of bang for your bucks , at least four square made some extra cash selling us toilet rolls ! good for the local economy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Probably ok for the price

Overall ok for our stayTV not working was disappointing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Constanze S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

cozy? Not at all

Poor. It is actually outrageous to offer such accommodation under this name. Only the bathroom was actually renovated and corresponded to the expectations that one can expect as a tourist in New Zealand for this price. Everything else, the beds, the kitchen equipment, the furniture, the broken window pane in the kitchen, the torn curtains on the window and the overall impression of the accommodation were really miserable and, in retrospect, off-putting for us. The fact that travelers have to bring their own bed linen is also unacceptable. Only the ancient radio with decent music helped us to put up with it for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great property

would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

We only ended up spending 8 hours here after getting in late and leaving early the next day. Good location, clean and great that it was dog friendly! Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Tania A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

One night stay

The host was great with communication in terms of how to access the property and it was in a great location. However we noticed that there were crumbs on the beds, no toilet paper, a dirty towel in the bathroom and a dirty sheet underneath one of the beds. This maybe due to the cleaner not doing their job properly. There was also a large crack in the kitchen window. Overall this place was very run down and in need of a good spring clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ml W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for family

Nice experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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