Holiday rentals with a hot tub in Ben Ohau

Antlers Rest- Twizel

Stay in this beautiful, luxurious two-bedroom chalet-style home on the outskirts of Twizel — winner of the Luxury Holiday Home Award 2025. With breathtaking, uninterrupted views of the Ben Ohau mountain range, Antlers Rest has been furnished and decorated to the highest standard. The modern yet rustic interior creates a warm & welcoming atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The open-plan living area is air-conditioned and offers both a heat pump & a log burner, ensuring year-round comfort.

Skylark Cabin – Private Luxury Escape with Hot Tub

Skylark Cabin is a private, luxury escape, nestled serenely within the awe-inspiring landscape of the Mackenzie Region. Surrounded by soaring mountain ranges and the rugged, ethereal beauty of an expansive valley, this isn’t just a comfortable place to stay, it’s an experience in itself. Witness the mesmerising clarity of a starry night sky. Connect with nature and escape from the pace of daily life. Skylark Cabin is 10km to Twizel, 50-min to Mt Cook, 4hrs to Christchurch, & 3hrs to Queenstown.

Skylight House with luxury cedar outdoor bath#

This is a very special new Home with the most stunning skylights in the lounge and bedroom. Watch the stars at night and spot the shooting stars and satellites. A deep Luxury cedar and stainless steel outdoor bath set in a private enclosed area on deck is the most wonderful star gazing experience. Comfortable leather furniture allows you to sit back and enjoy the wonderful views to the mountains and tussocks. This home has a log burner as well as a heatpump which makes for a very cosy stay.

OUTDOOR BATH - Pedalfish Cottages: Galaxy Views

Sleep under the stars on your King Size bed and gaze at the UNESCO International Dark Sky Reserve though the bedroom skylight. Pedalfish Cottages (semi detached units) have incredible views of the expansive Mackenzie landscape, uninterrupted views of the mountains and hydro canals for world renowned fishing at your doorstep. You are booking "Galaxy Views" a 1 Bedroom Unit with full kitchen, open plan living and dining, bathroom and laundry. NOVEMBER 2019 - SOUNDPROOFING UPDATED BETWEEN UNITS.

Stargazing & Hot Tub – Near Mt Cook & Tekapo

The perfect place for people who love a peaceful countryside location with dark starry skies and beautiful views! Our warm cosy cottage is on a quiet 10-acre property in the dark sky reserve, and has amazing mountain views. It’s just 17km from the town of Twizel, and offers both privacy & modern comforts. Visit Tekapo or Mt Cook then relax in a wood-fired hot tub under the stars of the dark sky reserve. Very safe location. 50 mins to Mt Cook/Tekapo. 2.5 hrs to Queenstown/4 hrs to Christchurch.

Shearvue Farmstay with FARM TOUR & Spa | Fairlie

AI currently rates Shearvue Farmstay "No: 1 Farmstay with included farm tour in NZ". Relax in a cosy 2-bedroom cottage on a 347ha NZ farm with 3500 sheep and 400 cattle. During a COMPLIMENTARY FARM TOUR, hand feed our friendly animals, including pig, sheep, alpaca, cows, horses & dog, while learning about farming in NZ By night, from your private spa pool, enjoy the Mackenzie Region's famous stary skies. Drive Times: 3.5 hours to Queenstown, 2.5 hours to Christchurch, 40 minutes toTekapo

Garden & hot tub | 15 min to Lake Tekapo

Starry Night is a cosy ski-cabin themed house with a huge fully fenced garden and hot tub for incredible stargazing on the edge of the International Dark Sky Reserve. A perfect summer spot 15 minutes drive from Lake Tekapo, with a large deck, BBQ, trampoline, and plenty of space for games. In winter, you will enjoy the wood-burning fireplace and proximity to local ski fields. The air hockey table and Space Invaders arcade game make the property a great family-friendly retreat.

The Rise. Ben Ohau

New-Sept 23 The Rise is exclusive-use accommodation for two, located on private land within Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve, where a tranquil aesthetic creates an immersive experience; a grounding into the rugged surroundings of our alpine region. Here, we honour the slow unfolding of time and embrace the imperfections of nature, seeing beauty in the raw, unfiltered world around us. Experience it all with a deeper sense of connection - to each other, and to our surroundings.

High Country Farmstay - near Tekapo

Stay with us on our High Country Farm — experience life on a working sheep station next to the Mackenzie Basin. Wake to mountain views, meet our working dogs, and explore the high country at your own pace. Your cosy, self‑contained cottage includes three bedrooms, a log burner, full kitchen, and a private deck. No cell coverage (Wi‑Fi available) — the perfect digital detox a place where you can slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience authentic rural life.

Willow Retreat Outdoor bath, special rate may/june

Nestled in its very own private courtyard, Willow Retreat with its delightful ambience, offers you somewhere very special for a night or two. Brand new modern building with elegant interior, and coffee bar is the perfect place to escape. Sit on the verandah and sip upon a wine or coffee as the evening cools light the outdoor fire and simply enjoy! Take a 3 minute walk to the wonderful shops and cafes on the Fairlie's Main Street and the famous Fairlie Bakehouse.

Kowhai Cottage | Peaceful Stargazing Retreat

🎿 Winter escape – perfect for skiing Ohau, heli adventures and star-filled alpine nights. Private, peaceful base for exploring Aoraki / Mt Cook and beautiful Lake Pukaki - warm, immaculate, and designed for a calm, effortless stay. Relax in the outdoor bath, enjoy quiet mornings on the deck, or watch the stars through the large stargazing window in the master bedroom. Evenings here are perfect for stargazing.

Luxury Dark Sky Hideaway Cabin A - with Hot Tub

Dark Sky Hideaway is a secluded, luxury retreat set deep in the breathtaking Ben Ohau landscape. Surrounded by dramatic peaks and a vast rugged valley, it’s more than a place to stay - it’s a chance to slow down and reconnect. Soak under the stars in the private hot tub, in one of the world’s top dark sky reserves. Located just 15 mins from Twizel, 4 hrs from Christchurch, and 2.5 hrs from Queenstown.