Cute, Retro, cosy two bedroom farm cottage

Opening again March 2026, after cottage used by staff.

The Sawdon Station Allanvilla Farm Cottage is a family friendly, rural hideaway. Rustic and cute this cosy wee two bedroomed cottage offers spectacular views out over the farm and to the southern alps. A real high-country experience.

Whether you are after a relaxing get away or fun filled adventure, we would love to accommodate you.

The cosy cottage stays warm and cosy in winter with the great log fire(and heat pump) and is a sun trap in summer. This cottage is very retro, and a kiwi bach (older).

We have a maximum of 4 adults for this cottage. Full tea, coffee and sugar supplied, but no milk. Just need to bring your clothing, and food.

Have a long weekend, in front of the fire, watching movies and reading books, or skating, tubing and hot pools with the kids. Summer months enjoy some extra days walking, cycling, or just spending time with family.

Only taking 3-night minimum bookings as we are hardworking couple, with multiple jobs, and want to ensure you have the best time possible in Lake Tekapo.

Close to Lake Tekapo, with its excellent hot pools, skating in winter, the night sky, the lake for swimming, boat cruising, and fishing. Walking to the top of Mt John for the best cafe in the world, and the best Japanese restaurant in the country! In the winter, two ski fields one (Roundhill) 30 minutes from the cottage, and the other (Mt Dobson) 40 minutes.

Please note the following as booking:
Please ensure as you book you let me know and actual numbers staying, so I can give you the correct price per night.

Special conditions:
* Smoking outside only.
* The cottage is located on a working high country farm so caution is to be taken as there are many hazards.
* If you decide to leave before the end of your stay there is no refund of nights accommodation.