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Mountain Village Bach
Cottage in Arthur's Pass National Park with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 540 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Arthur's Pass, Canterbury
- Place, Historic Village Walk18 min walk
- Place, Temple Basin Ski Area8 min drive
- Place, Devils Punchbowl Waterfall10 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.
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 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.

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
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
13 October 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
ellen s.
29 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ellen s.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ian K.
10 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Ian K.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
karmen d.
7 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, cozy & warm
karmen d.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca P.
7 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views and lovely place
Rebecca P.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gordon W.
25 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Motorcycle Tourists
Gordon W.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Charlotte M.
24 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alpine hut
Charlotte M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Reg P.
11 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Reg P.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Reg O.
15 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice place to stay
Reg O.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Liam D.
11 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable with great views
Liam D.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rose B.
2 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Rose B.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Pip A.
29 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot!
Pip A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrew M.
10 January 2023
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!
Andrew M.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Megan R.
31 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely recommend
Megan R.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rosa S.
14 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay!
Rosa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
David C.
15 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great basic accommodation in Arthur’s Pass
David C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Chris G.
7 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Perfect location for tramps in Arthur’s pass
Chris G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael T.
24 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
Michael T.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mark H.
10 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little beaut
Mark H.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tahrea S.
28 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing
Tahrea S.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
Lorraine S.
6 January 2025
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
LJS
Lorraine S.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
John A.
14 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
silence and vista in Arthur’s Pass
John A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tamsin B.
20 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Tamsin B.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Zoe L.
8 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zoe L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Kathleen P.
2 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kathleen P.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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