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Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!

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A living room with two sofas, a fur rug, a wooden cabinet, and a television.
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A framed painting of flowers on a wall.
A living room with a sofa, television, and a fireplace.
A cozy living room with a white sofa, a bookshelf, a wooden paddle, and a framed painting.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Tekapo
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury Region
  • Place, Lake Tekapo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of the Good Shepherd
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dark Sky Project
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!

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Great location overlooking reserve land, views out to mountains.
A short track takes you directly to the lake front, Church of the Good Shepherd and Sheepdog Memorial statue.
Walk 500mtrs to the iconic bridge across to the cafes and restaurants and all the attractions of Lake Tekapo.
Our recently renovated cottage is clean, bright, cosy and has lots of character. With a deck directly off the living area you can relax and use our BBQ.
A bonus is a new log burner in the living area.
The kitchen is modern and fully equipped, the bathroom is spacious with a shower over the bath and a washing machine.
Plenty of land in front of the house to park cars, boats etc if required.
3 bedrooms - Two rooms have a queen bed and one bedroom has 2 single beds.
NOTE - the 3rd bedroom with 2 single beds is accessed through the 2nd bedroom with a queen bed, perfect for families.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Property # 20244746
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
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

Lake Tekapo

Located in Lake Tekapo, this cottage is near a water park and on a lake. The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo and Tekapo Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Tekapo and Cowans Hill Walkway. Dark Sky Project and Mount John Observatory are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury Region

What's nearby

  • Cowans Hill Walkway - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Tekapo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sheepdog Statue - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dark Sky Project - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Greedy Cow - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪25 Degrees Burger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪TLV Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Astro Cafe - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!?

As of 5 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd! on 10 Oct 2026 start from AU$502, 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.

How much is parking at Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Maclaren Footbridge and Lake Tekapo. Cowans Hill Walkway and Church of the Good Shepherd are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hilary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quaint character cottage centrally located. Would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great few nights at the cottage. Our stay was disrupted by the snow but that made it quite exciting! It was a beautifully cosy place to be when the outside temperatures were freezing. Lovely beds and linen. We had a fabulous time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dhanish

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Very happy guest
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Wonderful cosy cottage, close to Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo. The cottage was beautifully decorated and very comfortable, we especially loved the deck and garden. Thanks for a great stay 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philipp V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place, perfect to lay in the grass for stargazing, super comfy and warm!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

mark b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tekapo is beautiful but gett crowded.. the cottage was very cute comfortable and clean. All amenities were very good and the beds / linen was very comfortable. The main rd gives off a bit of noise but you are so close to town. Beautiful bach ! Thankful Mark
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay at this cottage. Communication with our host, Paula, was great. She was always quick to reply provided helpful information. The cottage is very close to restaurants and shops so we could walk to these amenities. The cottage was very clean and tidy upon our arrival. We could stargaze from the back deck and we loved the fleece blankets that were provided for this purpose. Overall, a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Yimin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Room is ok for the price and location. Really strong chemical odor in the room. Must be newly renovated. Makes one feel quite uncomfortably for the smell. Maybe should wait for a couple weeks to ease the odor before renting out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Abbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The accommodation did not reflect what was showed in the photos. The floors were grossly uneven in each room, and it didn't feel like the wee sanctuary that was detailed in the description. It was super close to the main road and was very noisy (constant loud trucks thundering past). The worst aspect of this stay was when the cleaner turned up with her family AN HOUR before checkout time!!! She insisted she HAD to start cleaning then and there and couldn't come back an hour later, so she pushed her way into the house with her family in tow. It was APALLING! My husband had just had a shower; I was still getting myself ready and my young daughter ready. It was incredibly stressful!!!When I messaged the host about this, she apologized and acknowledged that it was her error, and that the cleaner had not been told that the 'Book a Bach' checkout time was an hour later than on the other accommodation platform. No type of good will gesture or partial refund was offered by the host to make up for this monumental error. Never again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Paula

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