Vacation rentals 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.

Stargazing + Hot Tub - Explore Tekapo & Mt Cook!

For nature lovers & romantics, our boutique country retreat is a perfect escape near Mt Cook & Tekapo. The stylish cottage is set on a secluded 10-acre property with incredible mountain views and big skies. Just 17km from the town of Twizel, it offers both privacy and modern comforts. Spend your day exploring Tekapo or Mt Cook, then relax in a private wood-fired hot tub under the stars of the dark sky reserve. A peaceful spot to recharge, just 50 mins to Mt Cook/Tekapo, or 2.5 hrs to Queenstown.

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.

The Temple Cabin (North Point) Wilderness Comfort

Outdoor Adventure Awaits! Now offering Horse Treks!! The Temple Cabins (North Point) is at the head of Lake Ohau right at the beginning of the Hopkins Valley. It's a very special part of the NZ Alps. This cabin features a skylight for stargazing from the loft! Situated on a classic New Zealand high country station, the cabin gives it's guests access to one of the truly remote areas of the Southern Alps Enjoy horse riding from our farm, skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and much more

Twizel retreats - GH Cottage

This newly built cottage is located in a peaceful location. Guests will have sole occupancy of the cottage. It has a great mountain view and the dark night sky reserve here. It's only 45 mins drive to Mt Cook National Park, 10 mins drive to Lake Pukaki. It is air-conditioned and provides all the necessary amenities and essentials to make your stay comfortable. Two bedrooms with a very comfy King size bed and two Single beds. A nice bathroom is completed with a waterfall-style shower head.

Starry getaway in Twizel | Manuka Vista

Marvel at the Milky Way from a Dark Sky Reserve at this charming, isolated 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom property nestled on the picturesque Manuka Terrace near Twizel! Have this cozy retreat all to yourself-an ideal base for exploring the stunning landscapes of Ben Ohau and attractions that this remarkable region has to offer, including: -Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. -Lake Pukaki -Hiking and biking trails -Lake Tekapo -Lake Ohau -Stargazing -Salmon and trout fishing High speed wifi available

Stargazer’s Luxury Retreat

For those who fancy a luxury escape; Stargaze the Milky Way from your own luxury outdoor bath, then come inside to a toasty warm fire. Enjoy the comfort of a king size bed with luxury linen, looking directly through to the lake and mountains beyond. In the bathroom, relax in our freestanding bath or enjoy a rain shower for two. Take in unobstructed views of the lake and mountains from your lounge room by day, and cosy up on the couch or wool beanbag for a movie at night. This is paradise.

Peak View Cabin - Ben Ohau - Stylish Seclusion

We invite you to enjoy the magnificent tranquility of Peak View Cabin. Nestled in 10 acres of golden tussock with expansive views of the Ben Ohau Range and beyond. Relax, unwind and de-stress in the beautiful isolation with ever changing mountain views. A short 15 minute drive from Twizel, the cabin has easy access to all the natural amenities the Mackenzie Region is renowned for. Such as - cycling & mountain biking, tramping & hiking, snow sports, hunting and fishing to name but a few.

Tussock Fields, Twizel. EPIC mountain views!

Our newly built holiday home has been specifically designed so that you can indulge the epic mountain views and incredible night sky stars. Finished to a high standard and located on the outskirts of Twizel, Tussock Fields, offers everything you could desire for your stay in the Mackenzie, space for family and friends, total modern comfort, off street parking for all your vehicles and free wifi. Please note; property it is not fully fenced, outdoor bath not available May to September.

Black Cottage Twizel

This brand new modern two bedroom cottage is perfect for relaxing. It has high quality fittings, fixtures and appliances, you will also be very comfortable year round with the heat pump. Entrance can be through the internal garage, great for winter months, or via the covered veranda, which happens to be perfect for morning coffee in the sun. The cottage boasts a beautiful bathroom with underfloor heating and two bedrooms. It is located in a quiet area, walking distance to town.

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.

Cosy alpine cabin in the high country

Embrace cosy, hygge-inspired living at Ruataniwha Hut – a welcoming wood fired cabin set in the high country of the Southern Alps. Sip coffee in the mornings while gazing at the mountains. Explore the Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park during the day. Cook, eat and relax under a blanket of stars at night. Perfect for couples or a small family who appreciate a simple getaway and a base to adventure from. Only 15 mins from Twizel and 50 mins from Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park.