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Backcountry hut with a modern twist

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A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a large window with a view of mountains, a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and seating area.
A modern house with a wooden deck, large sliding glass doors, and a metal roof.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a view of a landscape.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated on the lake, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 9 guests. It offers nearby activities such as swimming, snowboarding, and waterskiing. Enjoy stunning lake views while exploring attractions like Lake Ohau and Ohau Skifield. Skiing opportunities are available in the mountains.

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Ohau
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Lake Ohau, Canterbury
  • Place, Lake Ohau
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Hot Tubs Omarama
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bunk Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Backcountry hut with a modern twist

Take in the lake and mountain views while you sit back and enjoy the comforts of this new architecturally designed home.

Relax by the fire while you unwind and take in the back country hut feeling with a modern twist. Enjoy the Mackenzie country with bush walks, mountain biking, fishing and of course the Ohau ski field, just 20 minutes from the house.

The property is perfect for a weekend away with family and friends or a romantic getaway for two.

The main house has one queen size bed, plus kitchen, living and bathroom (including bath). The second hut has two queen beds and two single bed bunks, along with a shared bathroom and large shower.

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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
Please, no parties. Ohau is a small community and we don't want to upset the locals or have our new house damaged.
No ski boots / skis / boards / snow board boots inside the property. Please use the drying cupboard provided.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9687006
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ohau

Located in Ohau, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Lake Ohau and Twizel Heritage Trail reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include High Country Salmon and Hot Tubs Omarama. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking.
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Map
Lake Ohau, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Lake Ohau - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 37 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Ohau Skifield - 41 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Twizel Town Centre - 42 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 45 min drive - 44.1 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Backcountry hut with a modern twist pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Backcountry hut with a modern twist?

As of 26 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Backcountry hut with a modern twist on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$739, 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 Backcountry hut with a modern twist?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Backcountry hut with a modern twist?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Backcountry hut with a modern twist?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Backcountry hut with a modern twist located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Ohau and 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Ohau Skifield. High Country Salmon and Twizel Heritage Trail are also within 20 miles (32 km).

About the host

Hosted by Pieter

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Our family has been camping at Lake Middleton (the lake you can see from the bedrooms) every summer for around 60 years. Ivan and Betty Bulling (my grandparents) started the tradition and my extended family continues to meet here every year.

Ivan established a furniture business (Ivan Bulling Furniture, based in Invercargill). My father and uncle continue to run this business and most of the (somewhat mismatched) furniture has come from the Ivan Bulling factory. The kitchen was designed by my cousin and brought to life and installed by my father and uncle. The oak vanities are made from a tree cut down by Ivan in Athol many years ago. You will see a photo of him on the photo board in the house, standing beside the tree.

Piet’s Place contains a lot of my cycling memorabilia (please respect these items) and Charlie’s Hut is named after my red fox Labrador, Charlie.

Why they chose this property

Lake Ohau is a special place. We hope you enjoy your time here and get to explore everything it has to offer.

Relax, sit back and enjoy the views and make yourself at home.

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