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10/10 Excellent
Mary S.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location, comfortable for all ages
Mary S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Bathed in sunshine with stunning mountain views, relax in luxury after a ski.
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Internet access
- Living area
- Bathtub
- Non-smoking
Explore the area
Lauriston, Canterbury
- Opuke Thermal Pools & SpaPlace, Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa15 min drive
- Rakaia GorgePlace, Rakaia Gorge22 min drive
- Trott's GardenPlace, Trott's Garden26 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Futon
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
About this property
Bathed in sunshine with stunning mountain views, relax in luxury after a ski.
Our new lodge is bathed in sunshine with panoramic views of the Southern Alps and Mt Hutt.
Downstairs the Great room provides huge double storey windows with great lounge and dining area and a large kitchen with a huge granite bench.
Arrive back from a big day up at Mt Hutt ski field to a warm cozy fire and watch the snow groomers prepare the slopes for the next day or check out the hot pools at Opuke 5 mins down the road.
Upstairs you can relax with a game of pool while you check out the sunsetting over the Southern Alps or watch a movie in our rumpus room.
Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms and a fold out futon with plenty of space and a generous bathroom.
Downstairs are 2 queen bedrooms, each with their own ensuite.
Methven is 5 minutes drive down the road and has 2 small supermarkets, multiple takeaways, restaurants and bars as well as a movie theatre and the famous Opuke hot pools. Ashburton is a 20 minute drive and Christchurch city is 1 hour drive.
Downstairs the Great room provides huge double storey windows with great lounge and dining area and a large kitchen with a huge granite bench.
Arrive back from a big day up at Mt Hutt ski field to a warm cozy fire and watch the snow groomers prepare the slopes for the next day or check out the hot pools at Opuke 5 mins down the road.
Upstairs you can relax with a game of pool while you check out the sunsetting over the Southern Alps or watch a movie in our rumpus room.
Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms and a fold out futon with plenty of space and a generous bathroom.
Downstairs are 2 queen bedrooms, each with their own ensuite.
Methven is 5 minutes drive down the road and has 2 small supermarkets, multiple takeaways, restaurants and bars as well as a movie theatre and the famous Opuke hot pools. Ashburton is a 20 minute drive and Christchurch city is 1 hour drive.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
Not suitable for children under 10 yrs
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the house how you found it.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please leave house how you found it and notify us of any breakages or damage. Children must be supervised if using the pool table.
children older that 5 years old is fine
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9980850
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Lauriston
Lauriston is home to this holiday home. Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Methven Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Salmon World and The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum.
Lauriston, Canterbury
What's nearby
- Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 15 min drive - 18.0 km
- Rakaia Gorge - 22 min drive - 25.2 km
- Trott's Garden - 26 min drive - 30.3 km
- Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 29 min drive - 37.0 km
- Ashburton Domain - 31 min drive - 35.0 km
Restaurants
- Blue Pub - 9 min drive
- Primo E Secundo - 9 min drive
- Village Takeaways And Pizzas - 9 min drive
- The Brown Pub - 9 min drive
- Station Coffee - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Bathed in sunshine with stunning mountain views, relax in luxury after a ski. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Bathed in sunshine with stunning mountain views, relax in luxury after a ski.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bathed in sunshine with stunning mountain views, relax in luxury after a ski.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bathed in sunshine with stunning mountain views, relax in luxury after a ski. located?
Situated in Lauriston, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa, Methven Golf Course and Rakaia Gorge. Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Trott's Garden are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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Communication
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10/10 Excellent
Michael D.
11 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Lauriston house
This house is incredible, beautiful views, fantastic rooms and really warm. The showers are amazing!! Definitely stay here if you want to have a great holiday.
Michael D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Georgia and Dot
We are a farming family from Tasman who live skiing and the outdoors.
Why they chose this property
The property and house have the most stunning views of the Southern Alps.
What makes this property unique
The floor to ceiling windows in the double height Great room make for a truly unique and magical experience during the day and at night. Watch the satellites and stars at night or the birds fly over at dusk.
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English
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