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Twizel Peaceful Retreat

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Deck with outdoor furniture and BBQ
Bedroom 1 - Queen bed spacious bedroom
40 minute drive to Mount Cook National Park
Bedroom 2 - Queen bed spacious bedroom
Lake Pukaki - 10 Minutes from Twizel

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 1191 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Twizel, Twizel
  • Twizel Town Centre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Mueller Ridge
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Lake Ruataniwha
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Glentanner (GTN)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon and 2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Twizel Peaceful Retreat

The house has three spacious rooms, two with a queen bed and one with four single bunk beds. There is fourth room that is in the sleepout next to the garage, this has two single bunk beds and a double futon bed, which makes it perfect for a large group. Clean linen is provided, which includes towels.

There is an open plan kitchen, lounge and dining area which opens up onto the deck. The house retains its heat well and is warm when heated. The passage has a heatpump/airconditioner which heats most of the house and there is an installed gas heater in the lounge/kitchen area which provides instant heat (no need to light fires and wait for it to get warm). Oil heaters, electric blankets and extra blankets are available for extra warmth!

The hot water is heated by gas so you will not run out of hot showers. The bathroom is spacious with a toilet and a large amazing shower. There is an extra toilet in the laundry (making it 1.5 bathrooms).

The outdoor furniture is on the deck next to the BBQ, in the beautiful peaceful fully-fenced back garden and has a recently installed shade cloth to provide much needed shade in summer.

There is plenty to keep you and your kids entertained, a PlayStation II with various games for young and old, a separate TV and DVD player with numerous DVD's, books, kids toys, a ride-on bike, games, puzzles, balls, tennis rackets, soccer nets, various size older bikes with helmets, a basket ball hoop and a trampoline (with no safety net). There is a large flat screen smart TV with freeview in the lounge and a satellite dish is available if you want to bring your own sky decoder.

There is plenty of off-street parking available inside closed gates, with enough space to store a boat or trailer and a few cars. The long drive-way is a double lane so is easily accessible, yet off the main road.

Cleanliness is important to us, as you can see from our reviews, however during this COVID time we are taking extra care with cleaning and disinfecting. 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 lockbox for easy access and self-check-in. We are also very flexible with cancellations during this time.

Property manager

Andrea Strydom
Premier Host

Languages

Czech, English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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
Under 21 years olds cannot book this house, they must be accompanied by someone 21 and over
Parties are not allowed

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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Twizel, Twizel

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mueller Ridge - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Lake Pukaki - 9 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Lake Ohau - 39 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bumbles Bacon Butties - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Musterer's Hut Cafe - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Twizel Peaceful Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Twizel Peaceful Retreat?

As of 16 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Twizel Peaceful Retreat on 16 June 2025 start from AU$221.57, 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 Twizel Peaceful Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Twizel Peaceful Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Twizel Peaceful Retreat located?

This family-friendly Twizel holiday home is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge. Lake Ruataniwha is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was very comfortable, it had everything we could possibly want and need. Plenty of room, I definately would recomend to my friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just like home 🏠
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Helen T.

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

Accomodation had everything you need

Whilst parts of the accommodation are a bit dated, it was very clean and had everything you need. Andrea was an excellent host.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhi Hui

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This has been a home away from home for us during our road trip around south island in June. The house is well equipped for all of our needs and much more! Using the bikes to cycle around the neighbourhood marked our first experience cycling in winter! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

kellie g.

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

Easy 1 night stay at Twizel

Nice easy night's stay at Twizel. BBQ was great and easy for a casual dinner
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

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

Private and quiet

This was a great place to stay and we loved the back deck and barbecue. Very central, close to the shops and with a lovely back garden. It was fun to have the bikes to ride around town and it was a convenient base for exploring the Mt Cook National park. The house was very clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very handy to town centre - good smart TV and well stocked with kids games, books and nice sheltered back yard
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erika W.

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

Peaceful

This home has everything you need . It’s a home away from home . H

10/10 Excellent

Ronald G.

clean comfy abode near Mount Cook

A very comfortable cottage with all the goodies needed for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pauline M.

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

Well equipped clean and cosy

Great place to start our A2O! Good lock up for bikes ! Very well equipped!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail R.

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

Snug, Clean Place

Lovely home-snug and clean.Nice bathroom and kitchen. Great communication!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish D.

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

Perfect for relaxing and recharging

My family and I stayed at this property after traveling extensively across New Zealand. We very much enjoyed the homey and comfortable feel. The communication with Andrea was phenomenal! Andrea was easy to connect with and ask questions as well as providing the necessary information. We enjoyed the small town feel of Twizel while still having ready access to the dark sky preserve and Mount Cook. I highly recommend this location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

Great location

Great for a one night stop on way to Mount Cook and the area wish we could have stayed longer though
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess C.

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

Great location and very well equipped

Great stay thank you! We had a wonderful time and the house was very well set up and located . Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ketan M.

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

Home away from home

Well equipped property, sorting meals out was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Cozy stay

My family and I had a lovely stay here. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dirk V.

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

FATHER AND ADULT SONS

Thoroughly enjoyable. A great base for a brief fishing adventure
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy I.

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

Comfortable

Ckean, tidy, warm and absolutely perfect for our needs. Thanks to host. We'll stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy home with all the amenities, including a lovely back yard. Located close to restaurants and grocery store. I only wish we had time to stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rob K.

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

Twizel Peaceful Retreat

Nice house, well equipped in very handy location in Twizel (2 mins walk to supermarket and cafes).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra E.

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

Great location and amenties

Had everything we needed for our stay. Walkable to stores and a few restaurants in town. Easy day trip to Mount Cook area. House was clean, comfortable bed, outdoor deck and furniture.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharina B.

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

Peaceful family bach near Aoraki Mount Cook

We had a great time in this lovely holiday bach. We chose it due to its proximity to Aoraki Mount Cook where we did some day hikes and because it looked so cosy and other guests had mentioned how well set up for families and clean it was. We loved playing the board games at night and we used the bikes for a lovely ride along the river. It was very clean and well looked after and we hope to visit again in the near future. Great communication with the host - - we felt well looked after even before checking in. We all loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo L.

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

Family time

Totally enjoyed our stay , loved relaxing there and warm weather. Loved amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Great holiday home

Stayed two nights with a family of 8. The weather was fine so we cooked and ate outside...good BBQ and lounge area outside. The inside lounge/kitchen area was small for the size of our group. Most things in the kitchen and pantry, but overall a well appointed property in a handy location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Andrea Strydom

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We are a family of four, originally from South Africa. We love Twizel and the surrounding area an hope you will love it just as much as we will. We work hard maintain the property and to keep our guests happy.

Why they chose this property

Twizel is so close to so many beautiful sites

What makes this property unique

Short walk to the centre of town. Close to all the lakes, Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo. Close to the ski fields.

Languages:

English, Czech

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