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Sawdon Station High Country Farm Homestead

Farm stay in Tekapo

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Outside sunny area, BBQ
Interior
Kitchen
Dining
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
AU$186
avg per night

Explore the area

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  • Place, Lake Tekapō Regional Park
  • Place, Church of the Good Shepherd
  • Place, Dark Sky Project

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

1st Bedroom - Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

2nd Bedroom -Upstairs North

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

3rd Bedroom - Upstairs South

2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

4th Bedroom - Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$186
avg per night

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About the area

Tekapo

Located in Tekapo, this farm stay is in a rural area. Sheepdog Statue and Mount John Lookout are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Tekapo and Lake Tekapō Regional Park. Dark Sky Project and Mount John Observatory are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Tekapō Regional Park - 8 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 11 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Sheepdog Statue - 11 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Dark Sky Project - 12 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Lake Tekapo - 13 min drive - 15.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolce Pizza - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Sawdon Station High Country Farm Homestead

Sawdon Station a high country sheep station in the Mackenzie Country, farms 6000 merino sheep, and is growing the beautiful lupin plant for stock food. This homestead is 100 years old, and has been lovingly decorated inside, and we would like to share with you. This house is 10 kilometres from Lake Tekapo and 10 km from Burkes Pass - just as you come into the beautiful Mackenzie country. It is located with an old woolshed and sheds, and stable. This is a beautiful location to get away from the stress of life and enjoy the farming environment, with walks and mountain biking. Farm Tours offered with accommodation(Not doing at the moment). More details on our farm refer to our website Sawdon Station.

This house has a large farm kitchen, pantry, two toilets, large claw foot bath, 4 bedrooms, outside furniture located in a beautiful sun trap. Also large trees to seek shade. The homestead has an excellent log burner, and a Heat Pump. Excellent internet. Great location for two families, extended families, wedding location, corporate groups.

For January and July School Holidays only taking 4 night minimum bookings so that we can spend time with our family over the school holidays.

Lake Tekapo 10 minutes away has the excellent hot pools, ice skating rink in winter, night sky, and the best Japanese restaurant ever! Ski fields - Roundhill is 35 minutes to the car park and Mt Dobson 45 minutes to car park. Great fishing in the lakes and canals. 1 1/2 hours to Mt Cook, and only 2 1/2 hours from Christchurch.

Please note the following as booking:
Please advise correct guest numbers so I am able to give you the correct price to stay.

Special conditions:
* Working Farm please be aware of the farming hazards.
* No smoking inside.

Amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Sawdon Station High Country Farm Homestead pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sawdon Station High Country Farm Homestead?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sawdon Station High Country Farm Homestead?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sawdon Station High Country Farm Homestead?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sawdon Station High Country Farm Homestead located?

Situated in a rural location, this farm stay is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Tekapō Regional Park, Sheepdog Statue and Church of the Good Shepherd. Cowans Hill Walkway and Maclaren Footbridge are also within 9 miles (15 km).