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Mountain Village Bach

Cottage in Arthur's Pass National Park with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Interior
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 540 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Arthur's Pass, Canterbury
  • Place, Historic Village Walk
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Temple Basin Ski Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Devils Punchbowl Waterfall
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom2

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Mountain Village Bach

Renovated two bedroom cottage in Arthurs Pass Village. Great views over the village and North up the valley. Easy access to popular walking tracks, village cafes and train station.

Note that during weekends & holidays we may not be able to respond to any requests. Please try again if your request times out.

Towels, bedsheets and pillowcases are NOT provided, bring your own or sleeping bags. There are duvets for each bed.

To keep your costs down there is no cleaning service provided so please clean before you leave.

Formerly called Woodsmoke, there is now no fireplace. The bach has been renovated with sliding door to the main bedroom, new double glazed windows in the lounge & bedrooms, double glazed sliding door onto a deck on the north side and new heat pump. The interior walls are polyurethaned plywood with a slight white wash. The double bed and fold-out double sofa bed are both new.

Please be aware this is an authentic Arthurs Pass bach - a mountain cabin of about 42sqm. It is recommended for ascetic persons, looking for simple accommodation. The flush toilet is in an annex to the entrance porch. Ideal base for tramping, mountaineering or Coast to Coast race training. Short 950m walk to cafes and Visitor Centre.

Note that there is a railway through the village and coal trains arrive then pass through most nights.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
PLEASE NOTE: Linen, sheets, pillowcases and towels are NOT provided, bring your own. There are duvets for each bed.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Arthur's Pass National Park

Located in Arthur's Pass National Park, this cottage is in the mountains. Bridal Veil Walk and Temple Basin Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Historic Village Walk and Devils Punchbowl Waterfall.
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Arthur's Pass, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Historic Village Walk - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Devils Punchbowl Waterfall - 11 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 38 min drive - 57.0 km
  • Lake Brunner - 51 min drive - 56.1 km
  • Porters Ski Area - 51 min drive - 77.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Arthur's Pass Cafe & Store - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wobbly Kea - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Parrot Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Wobbly Kea - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Village Bach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Village Bach?

As of 14 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Village Bach on 14 December 2025 start from NZ$161.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Mountain Village Bach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Village Bach?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Village Bach?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Mountain Village Bach located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Historic Village Walk and within 3 miles (5 km) of Devils Punchbowl Waterfall and Bridal Veil Walk. Temple Basin Ski Area is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Felicity E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simple accomodation with a fantastic view up towards the pass, just lovely to feel cosy and watch the sheets of rain, and mountains appear then disappear in the clouds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ellen s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin, clean tidy and well set up.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian K.

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

Great stay

Terrific place to unwind
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

karmen d.

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

Great, cozy & warm

Lovely place to stay, exactly what we needed. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Amazing views and lovely place

We were pleasantly surprised by the amount of sunlight this place gets considering it's in Arthurs pass. Lovely place with a good heatpump. Dave was very responsive to questions we had about our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon W.

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

Motorcycle Tourists

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Arthur’s Pass. The accomodation was exactly as described and suited our group of three. Loved the location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte M.

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

Alpine hut

Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reg P.

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

Perfect location

Perfect location for exploring and enjoying a lovely part of NZ
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Reg O.

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

A nice place to stay

The property had all necessary facilities & all were working well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam D.

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

Comfortable with great views

Lovely place with fantastic views up the valley. It was very clean and warm. Fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose B.

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

Great place

Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Pip A.

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

A great spot!

We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

A beautiful retreat hidden in the alps. We look forward to hopefully our next visit next year!

Very good communication, detailed arrival and departure A4 explanation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Megan R.

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

Definitely recommend

Rustic and homey, a perfect escape from the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa S.

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

A great place to stay!

An awesome place to stay in! Right in the centre of Arthur’s Pass! We loved seeing the trains come through the station from our window too! More than happy with everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Great basic accommodation in Arthur’s Pass

The property is basic, as described, but all the essentials (shower, kitchen and heating) work well. It was perfect as a base for doing a number of the hikes around the Arthur’s Pass area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Chris G.

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

Perfect location for tramps in Arthur’s pass

Only downside is the trains - we had a rough night - felt like they were right below us all night - Otherwise great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Beautiful Location

Great communication. Great overnight stay. All good. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Little beaut

Little gem hidden away in the bush.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tahrea S.

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

amazing

He was so easy to work with and the place was great! He defiantly communicated very well!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Lorraine S.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

LJS

Lovely view and position above Arthurs Pass village. The interior is very nice and comfortable. The deck is a nice spot. (Toilet room perfectly adequate. Obviously a work in progress. Just re the toilet room you could just fix up the toilet room a little bit and the front door step that leads to the toilet room).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

silence and vista in Arthur’s Pass

Arriving, we were daunting by the entrance, which at best could be called quaint (together with the loo). The steps are potentially dangerous especially for older people (us) - my companion had a nasty fall coming in after a toilet visit. We assume that the next stage of thorough renovations will attend to this. Once inside, however, the place was light, clean and warm, and we were happy to be there. Just looking out at the mountains was wonderful! Thatnk you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamsin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant cabin, toasty and warm with great views from the deck. Everything we needed as a base to explore some of the area. Property managers very helpful. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely simple bach with a wonderful view of the snowy peaks and the trains passing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This basic mountain bach delivered on its promise, including snow on the deck in September. The double glazed ranch sliders were appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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