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Log Cabin in the Mountains

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Exterior
A log cabin with a green metal roof, a satellite dish, and a wooden deck.
A cozy log cabin interior with a sofa, a wooden chair, a small table, a bookshelf, and a fireplace.
A small attic room with a sloped ceiling, a bed, a chair, a dresser, and a television.
A small, cozy room with two single beds, a wooden staircase, and a large window with curtains.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Deck or patio
  • Balcony or patio
  • Toys
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

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Lyford, Canterbury

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

mezzanine floor

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

downstairs

Shower only

upstairs

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Log Cabin in the Mountains

Top Shelf, located at the top end of Mt Lyford village, offers fantastic mountain views in every direction. This basic log cabin receives all day sun and is a tranquil getaway for a family or couple. The living area, heated by a cosy log fire, is furnished and has comfy bean bags to relax in. The dining area seats 5 and the kitchen is well equipped to provide a good holiday meal. Downstairs is a shower and the spiral staircase leads to the upper floor bathroom and toilet. The master bedroom has a queen bed and the mezzanine floor has 3 single beds. The rimu ceiling and exposed wooden beams provide a warm natural ambiance.
A large deck opens up from the mezzanine floor with great views of Mt Lyford, perfect for star gazing at night. Listen to the bell birds while having a picnic on the lawn sheltered by a pocket of native bush.
NO EV-charging is allowed on this property.

Top Shelf is perfectly positioned to the ski field access road and it is only a few minutes walk to the reserve, tarn and bush walking tracks to Lake Crystal.
Top Shelf is the basic no frills log cabin on the list of Mt Lyford Holiday Homes which has all the functionality you need for a peaceful and relaxing holiday.
Note that bedlinens are not standard included but can be arranged on request.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

Property # 9476970
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
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

Lyford

Located in Lyford, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Mount Lyford and Mount Cookson can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to A Maze N Golf. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Lyford, Canterbury

Frequently asked questions

Is Log Cabin in the Mountains pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Log Cabin in the Mountains?

As of 5 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Log Cabin in the Mountains on 25 August 2026 start from NZ$489, 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.

What time is check-in at Log Cabin in the Mountains?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Log Cabin in the Mountains?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Log Cabin in the Mountains located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Mount Lyford and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Mount Cookson. Culverden Gallery is 30.4 mi (48.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Danilla M.

Liked: Location
Gorgeous location! Would be so awesome in the heart of winter when there is snow on the mountains. Bach is comfy with everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

May

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s amazing experience for my family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon w.

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

Great location

Nice private location with great views
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vanessa C.

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

Fantastic views

Lovely wee cabin, views out every window, my 4 teenagers enjoyed the mini golf and the climbing wall became challenge time!Great walks around the area too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, loved the fire, really nice and warm. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

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

Amazing stay in the NZ wilderness

Lovely little log cabin with all the basics to help you enjoy your stay but also get back to enjoying the simple things in life. We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Suzanne G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family break

Quiet location for a lovely family break would love to return when there is snow around
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

steve l.

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

Too shelf - super cozy chalet

Overall very happy with layout and comfort..kids loved the climbing wall
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gary m.

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

Gorgeous location

A true ski lodge in a beautiful location. We will definitely be looking at coming back. Gary
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

RICHARD B.

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

Thanks

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cara S.

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

Great weekend away / fire ++

Such a nice weekend away , slow paced and enjoyed being in the mountains. The home was perfect including a fire which we had on for nearly the entire time. There is internet there / 3G/4G. Nice wee walks around perfect for young kids w a little playground.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

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

Clear the Path

Location was excellent, it was private, quiet and gorgeous views of the mountains. Enjoyed Monopoly and Card games. Will come back in Winter. Thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Katrina

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The scenery was beautiful. The cabin itself was run down and needs a spring clean. It’s not good value for money -we were disappointed in how little love has gone into the place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

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

Stunning with unexpected pleasures

It was a last-minute booking at the only available place we could find within a couple of hours of Christchurch, the first public holiday weekend post-COVID-19 lockdown. We were simply desperate to get away from home, so were not being fussy, but this property was so wonderful we're definitely adding it to our getaway list! We particularly enjoyed the home-made mini-golf course in the garden. I had expected it to be freezing, but the house was well equipped with a wood fire (plenty of wood), lots of heaters and blankets as well if required (which we didn't) and not nearly as cold or draughty as I thought it might be. We enjoyed walking up to a frozen-over Crystal lake too. The whole Mt Lyford area is a welcome alternative to Hanmer Springs or Kaikoura, and I expect we'll be back one day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. We would love to see you back one day.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

Summer break

Great spot. Comfortable cabin. Had everything we needed. Mini golf site was very cool! We were a bit disappointed about the $10 per person charge to access the local walks (nothing to do with this listing) but the accommodation side was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gwenno P.

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

Great

Quite far from the main road. Saw a beautiful sunset.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

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

TOP SHELF

Fantastic place to stay with a great host Claudine is very informative of the area having been a resident local for many year's We were there for the snow but pitty the norwest had beaten us to it tho plenty of other activities to do
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alana D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

The property was warm and cosy with the log fire heating up the cabin nicely. Our young kids loved the golf course and the bean bags. Great views from the house as well as close to the ski field access road. The property was as described - “no frills” it was a little dated and unfortunately the oven smoked when we tried to use it. Over all a comfortable stay thou.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leonard A.

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

Neat place,Good place to get away from it all

Nice and quiet, no shortage of good dry fire wood either to keep the fire going, IDeal for winter escape
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zachary J.

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

Great place with great views

The property was amazing. We got upgraded due to cluster flies in the property, and the transition was simple. Amazing communication and a great area to stay. Good views and walks around the area. Definitely recommend and will be coming back to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Duane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Awesome place and location

Really cool place would love to stay there again especially in winter that would be wicked!! only downfall about listing is it says it's 20something kms from hanmer when it's really a hour drive away, the owner told us this when we arrived. Other then that 100% allgood!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Thanks for staying. Unfortunately VRBO-Bookabach does not have a reliable system to calculate distances between locations. They measure as the crow flies which in our case is absolutely incorrect. I will again notify them of this but we cannot influence their systems unfortunately.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Perfect for some R n R

Perfect location, would suit active people as well as the lazy(us) we went for a walk up the road played in the small playground and around the track. Relaxed in front of the cosy fire and played boardgames. Wonderful sleeping arrangements, cosy space, tranquil surroundings. Got to enjoy the stags roaring nearby at night too
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philippa H.

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

Quiet retreat

Great space for time away. Heating was a bit limited as sign asked us not to use fire in high winds and we were there on a windy day. Would advise that the fireplace handle which was broken be replaced as with no insulation it is super hot and dangerous. We enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chanelle B.

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

Good Mountain Hideaway

Good little house making skiing up Mt Lyford super easy - Our kids loved the homemade mini golf course and playing on the rope swing. The fireplace makes the house lovely and warm with all the wood right there ready for use. House needs some general TLC with a broken window, lots of broken kitchen utensils and beds could do with being replaced as they are old.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Lovely

What a great cabin. Snuggly and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

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Hosted by Claudine Barnes

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