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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, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 540 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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 towels, bedsheets and pillowcases are NOT provided. Bring your own sheets 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.

Note that during weekends & holidays we may not be able to respond immediately to any requests.

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
  • Temple Basin Ski Area - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Devils Punchbowl Waterfall - 10 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 36 min drive - 57.0 km
  • Lake Brunner - 49 min drive - 56.1 km

Restaurants

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

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 12 February 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Village Bach on 20 February 2026 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. 122 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 174 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Corrinne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host and location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to explore Arthur’s Pass.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect quiet spot with enduring you need.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great wee spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Christina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the mountain setting and the bach though basic was perfectly comfortable for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Arjan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
central location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little bach in a great location. Well appointed with everything we needed.
We even had a happy visitor who fed on the flax flowers around the deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in the Mountains a good kiwi bach experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Fran B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were excellent and replied promptly. Bach is well located although there is some noise from the trains during the weekdays but great for trainspotters. Lots to do in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, good basic facilities. Take bug spray for sand flies!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David and Anna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Bach!It was lovely and warm and welcoming. Fantastic view of Arthur's pass and the trains. Just a lovely relaxing place to be surrounded by amazing nature.Everything was there that you could want.We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location!A true Kiwi Bach!
Just down the road
Just off the deck!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

Martin v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy fun little unit. Clean and hassle free
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

8/10 Good

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
great location-clean-We would book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 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

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

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

Dylan M.

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

Peaceful little bach

Great spot, easily walkable and yet private and cosy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haruka H.

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

Great place in Arthur’s pass

Such a lovely place to stay! Very warm an cozy! Great place for small friends group! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Cosy wee Cottage in heart of Arthur's Pass Village

Ideal for short stop-over.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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