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Twizel Alps Retreat

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Back garden - fully fenced with BBQ  and seating area on patio under a shade net
Exterior
Beach
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Twizel, Canterbury
  • Mueller Ridge
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Twizel Town Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Lake Ruataniwha
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs open plan bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Twizel Alps Retreat

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, 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 to happen while others want to simultaneously eat at the table. There is an extensive collection of books, DVD’s (some blue ray), 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, baby toys 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 keep this house warm during winter, with extra blankets provided. The air-conditioning keeps the house cool during summer, with extra fans provided in the bedrooms.

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.

Cleanliness is important to us, however during this COVID19 time we are taking extra care with cleaning and disinfecting, so you can expect to stay in a safe and clean home. All high touch surfaces are carefully cleaned and disinfected between guests. Cleaning products are available for guests to use during their stay, so they have peace of mind. We are also regularly decluttering and spring-cleaning the house, making sure everything is clean. Guests are welcome to bring their own linen and bedding.

All guest interaction is contactless, keys are kept in a lock-box for easy access and self-check-in. We are also very flexible with cancellations during this time, even though our cancellation policy is a full refund two weeks before your booking, we do offer full refunds after this depending on the situation (please speak to us).

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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

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 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 Lake Pukaki and Mueller Ridge. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Twizel, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Mueller Ridge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Twizel Town Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lake Pukaki - 11 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Lake Ohau - 29 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Top Hut - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Musterers Hut - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine - ‬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.

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.

About the host

Hosted by Andrea Strydom

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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