This gorgeous well-loved two storey house is very clean, comfortable, warm, family-friendly and spacious. It’s unique easy-living design makes it elegant yet homely. The large fully fenced back yard and patio area is great for relaxing and having a BBQ. The house is situated on the quiet western side of town with breath taking views of the Ben Ohau ranges and surrounding mountains. It is the perfect base to explore the Mount Cook National Park, Lake Tekapo, the fishing canals and the many lakes that surround this town. It is also only 1.5 hours drive from Wanaka.
The beautiful kitchen flows through to the open plan large dining area and spacious lounge capturing all day sun. The dining table is big with comfortable cushioned chairs, which allows plenty of space for computer work too. There is an extensive collection of books, DVD’s, games, puzzles and toys, for hours of entertainment.
The downstairs bedroom is large and has a comfortable king size bed and an ensuite bathroom (toilet and shower). Baby items are stored in the cupboard which include, gates for the stairs, a high chair (feeding chair), a portable cot and a baby bath. At the top of the stairs is an open plan bedroom with a double and single bed, leading into another spacious room with a comfortable queen bed. All bedrooms look out at the surrounding mountains. The upstairs bathroom is spacious and has a toilet and a large shower.
Two heat pumps and a fireplace keep this house warm during winter, with extra heaters and blankets provided. The air-conditioning and portable fans keeps the house cool during summer.
The Twizel Market Place is a leisurely 10 minute walk or a 2 minute drive from the house with numerous restaurants, bars, grocery and convenience stores. The closest bistro is about a 5 minute walk from the house.
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Twizel
Located in Twizel, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. 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 Mueller Ridge and Lake Ruataniwha. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
Church of the Good Shepherd - 49 min drive - 75.1 km
Getting around
Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 113 min drive
Restaurants
Poppies Cafe - 20 min walk
The Vier Project - 8 min walk
Mint Folk - 13 min walk
Jasmine Thai - 14 min walk
Ministry of Works - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Twizel Alps Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Twizel Alps Retreat?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Twizel Alps Retreat on 14 August 2026 start from NZ$284, 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 Twizel Alps Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Twizel Alps Retreat?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Twizel Alps Retreat?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Twizel Alps Retreat located?
This family-friendly Twizel holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Mueller Ridge and Twizel Town Centre. Lake Ruataniwha is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Super property in centre of Twizel, near to cafes, restaurants, supermarket and play park. Spacious bedrooms with comfy beds and hot showers. Well equipped kitchen for self catering with basic kitchen supplies provided, thanks. Great range of children's toys & books to keep little ones entertained. We had cloudy night skies but the absence of ambient lighting would make star-gazing a treat. We really enjoyed our one night autumnal stay.
Absolutely loved our stay at your wonderful place, we really appreciated everything available in the property, especially the children's toys. Our grandchildren throughly enjoyed them.
We stayed one night in winter. The house was warm on arrival and the wood stove added to the pleasure of our stay. Everything was clean and we enjoyed our stay.
Laura R.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cath
4 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house, big, clean and easy access.
Will happily stay again
My husband, friend, and I had a wonderful stay at Andrea’s house. The space was super clean with a very well equipped kitchen and comfortable beds. Would definitely stay here again!
Rebecca W.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert
23 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice house with views of the mountains. The house had everything we needed and it was clean. It was easy to get to Mt Cook Village from here and there is good fishing nearby.
Andrea was amazing, the communication was so easy, fast and friendly. The house was so beautifully cleaned and well stocked with everything you need. Very good value.
Highly recommend staying here!
Place was impeccably clean, very well stocked, had everything we needed and more. Clear posted instructions helped for operating house equipment. Andrea was very responsive to our needs, very pleasant stay.
This place was amazing. It was superbly clean and tidy and so well equipped in the kitchen and bathrooms, and with linen, books and children’s toys. It is in a great quiet location. The communication from the owner was very good. Would highly recommend this place and we would stay here again.
The location was a perfect one to see the lakes, Mr. Cook, and the Dark Sky Project. The house is comfortable, very clean and has terrific instructions for everything you might want to use that came in handy for us to cook. The house also matches the pictures and the host is very responsive.
An overnight stay at an Awesome home.
Nothing overlooked, host has thought of everything that guests could need for a comfortable long or short stay. Information & instructions to find & work apliances, & information about the water & to let it run before taking a drink illustrates the level of attention to detail the host has. The home was immaculately clean & tidy & very very well stocked.
All amenities close by including fishing spots.
Very welcoming & homely feeling.
The best holiday home we've ever stayed in.
Angel B.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2023
Thank-you Angel, what a lovely review.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Craig
7 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was lovely. My only issue was the TV. I just wanted to turn on the TV.
The property is well appointed, clean and with everything you need. The instructions for various equipment around the house are very clear. Andrea was easy to contact when we had a water leak in the wall in the upstairs bathroom and had a plumber out to fix it within a few hours, which was greatly appreciated. If i am ever in NZ again i would definitely stay here again.
This was a stop in our journey to Queenstown and now I'm sad it was just a one night. The place was very clean and there were a bunch of toys for our baby too. There is also a feeding chair for small children which was very useful.
Was amazed to find a couple of rice cookers in the pantry 😊
Frankly, we could find everything we needed in this lovely house and loved the view from the room upstairs.
It was a family trip and my whole family agreed that the host must have thought of everything. Thank you for letting us stay there and will surely consider another visit in the future.
Upekshe R.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
What lovely feedback, thank-you so much we are glad you enjoyed it.
About the host
Hosted by Andrea Strydom
We are a family of four, Andre and Andrea and our kids Alexander and Xavier. We love Twizel and the more time we spend here, the more we love exploring the area.
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with this house immediately, it is unique and beautiful.
What makes this property unique
It has an elegant yet homely feel. It is spacious and the design makes it easy living. It has amazing views and is in a quiet part of town.
Languages:
English, Czech
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests