Title: Mountain Village Bach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=44129365&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mountain Village Bach Cottage in Arthur's Pass National Park with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Mountain Village Bach ![Terrace/patio - Mountain Village Bach (Arthur's Pass)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44130000/44129400/44129365/1033e191.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - Mountain Village Bach (Arthur's Pass)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44130000/44129400/44129365/5a120d67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Mountain Village Bach (Arthur's Pass)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44130000/44129400/44129365/eaa91360.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Mountain Village Bach (Arthur's Pass)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44130000/44129400/44129365/3c22b520.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Mountain Village Bach (Arthur's Pass)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44130000/44129400/44129365/b8929df1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched in Arthurs Pass Village, this two bedroom cottage offers great views of the village and valley. Enjoy easy access to walking tracks, cafes, and the train station while staying in a newly renovated bach with modern comforts like new double glazed windows and a heat pump. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom431 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available £88 includes taxes & fees 20 Feb - 21 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Mountain Village Bach Renovated two bedroom cottage in Arthurs Pass Village. Great views over the village and North up the valley. Easy access to popular walking tracks, village cafes and train station. Note that towels, bedsheets and pillowcases are NOT provided. Bring your own sheets or sleeping bags. There are duvets for each bed. To keep your costs down there is no cleaning service provided so please clean before you leave. Note that during weekends & holidays we may not be able to respond immediately to any requests. Formerly called Woodsmoke, there is now no fireplace. The bach has been renovated with sliding door to the main bedroom, new double glazed windows in the lounge & bedrooms, double glazed sliding door onto a deck on the north side and new heat pump. The interior walls are polyurethaned plywood with a slight white wash. The double bed and fold-out double sofa bed are both new. Please be aware this is an authentic Arthurs Pass bach - a mountain cabin of about 42sqm. It is recommended for ascetic persons, looking for simple accommodation. The flush toilet is in an annex to the entrance porch. Ideal base for tramping, mountaineering or Coast to Coast race training. Short 950m walk to cafes and Visitor Centre. Note that there is a railway through the village and coal trains arrive then pass through most nights. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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There are duvets for each bed. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Mountain Village Retreat Arthur's Pass Mountain Village Retreat Private vacation home Mountain Village Retreat Private vacation home Arthur's Pass ## About the area Located in Arthur's Pass National Park, this cottage is in the mountains. Bridal Veil Walk and Temple Basin Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Historic Village Walk and Devils Punchbowl Waterfall. [Visit our Arthur's Pass National Park travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arthurs-Pass-National-Park.dx553248621563224369) [View more Cottages in Arthur's Pass National Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arthurs-Pass-National-Park-Cottages.d553248621563224369-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-42.94597%2C171.56445&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=y7-1ouhqLgW13dMT7z-zNdO8i0c=) Arthur's Pass, Canterbury ### What's nearby - ![Temple Basin, Arthur’s Pass, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563224369/301d0c25-1c7c-4112-9d83-558ed743acb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Temple Basin Ski Area 4 min drive \- 3.2 miles - ![It's spring time](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343694/96e2c5d5-ab5b-4964-a525-fb1a579f60e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Brunner 49 min drive \- 34.9 miles - Historic Village Walk 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Devils Punchbowl Waterfall 10 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Cave Stream Scenic Reserve 36 min drive \- 35.4 miles ### Restaurants - Arthur's Pass Cafe & Store 11 min walk - The Wobbly Kea 11 min walk - Alpine Parrot Cafe 11 min walk - Wobbly Kea 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mountain Village Bach pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Village Bach? ### How much is parking at Mountain Village Bach? ### What time is check-in at Mountain Village Bach? ### What time is check-out at Mountain Village Bach? ### Where is Mountain Village Bach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mountain Village Bach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 122 8 - Good 43 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 6.8 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron 30 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great scenic spot. Very close to devil's punch bowl, Arthur's pass train station, Arthur's pass chapel and cafes. ##### Aaron Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ellen s. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely cabin, clean tidy and well set up. ##### ellen s. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tamsin B. 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Brilliant cabin, toasty and warm with great views from the deck. Everything we needed as a base to explore some of the area. Property managers very helpful. Would love to stay again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9e80c5fc-7cea-4094-b9e6-a26573490055-1760952110705.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b26ef5cd-18ec-442c-ae85-84f0354f0652-1760952108343.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9712b9f6-7ac5-4c8d-8c19-d6f719070334-1760952109478.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c5133493-5206-4e37-b800-2adfb3a0a51b-1760952110102.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tamsin B. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Alison C. 8 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location great location-clean-We would book again ##### Alison C. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian K. 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Terrific place to unwind ##### Ian K. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca P. 7 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing views and lovely place We were pleasantly surprised by the amount of sunlight this place gets considering it's in Arthurs pass. Lovely place with a good heatpump. Dave was very responsive to questions we had about our stay. ##### Rebecca P. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dylan M. 6 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful little bach Great spot, easily walkable and yet private and cosy ##### Dylan M. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Haruka H. 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place in Arthur’s pass Such a lovely place to stay! Very warm an cozy! Great place for small friends group! Thank you ##### Haruka H. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice L. 23 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great value for money getaway Lovely location, this Bach provides all that one needs. Simple but well resourced. Close to all the amenities of Arthur’s Pass Village ##### Janice L. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David I. 12 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Bach close to train A very nice place to stay, comfortable and charming. Easy walk to train and town (2 cafes and visitor center). ##### David I. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### janet b. 1 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just right Comfortable, good location, very happy ##### janet b. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary P. 9 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Arthur’s Pass awesome stay Cozy, clean, easy to get to , great views of mountains and valley, easy to walk to village but still felt secluded ##### Mary P. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Erica and John T. 12 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great location for a trip to Arthur’s Pass This was a whistle-stop trip to Arthur’s Pass and the Mountain Village Bach was perfect for our family. The bach was easy to find and check in to, and just as described online. ##### Erica and John T. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richie C. 3 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short family break Perfect location and beautiful views. ##### Richie C. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Niamh R. 13 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Group stay Perfect for what we needed - good location, had everything we needed and a hot shower. Lots of information provided from host Dave prior to our stay ##### Niamh R. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Reg O. 15 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A nice place to stay The property had all necessary facilities & all were working well. ##### Reg O. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liam D. 11 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable with great views Lovely place with fantastic views up the valley. It was very clean and warm. Fantastic! ##### Liam D. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt W. 4 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family stay Awesome little place. The children (8, 10, 12) want to come back. Good spot to access walks. ##### Matt W. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lance W. 22 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### bach great lovely views of mountains and the train . good heating ##### Lance W. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa G. 24 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Alpine trainspotters heaven We enjoyed our stay in the Alpine Cottage. There were comfortable beds, a good shower and a kitchen with everything we needed. It was very convenient to Arthur's Pass Village, and the regular trains provided interest when we weren't out birdwatching or walking. ##### Melissa G. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### mike f. 26 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend in Arthers Pass Simple old school batch.A good base to do some walking, good views over the railway station and up the valley. ##### mike f. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly P. 26 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy Christmas I have stayed here previously and I love it. The view and location were perfect. I’ll definitely stay again! ##### Kelly P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leonie H. 14 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little bach Very tidy and cosy little bach, perfect location. We had a great stay and I would definitely book again. ##### Leonie H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### RACHEL B. 26 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy kiwi bach Great views, cosy place. Good for train spotting. ##### RACHEL B. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Shane A. 31 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway Lovely spot peaceful and quiet. Amazing views. All you ever need in a weekend getaway Throughly recommend ##### Shane A. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ---