Title: A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass Cabin in Cass with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass ![Living area - A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass (Lake Pearson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119320000/119314000/119313972/850cf02b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets - A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass (Lake Pearson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119320000/119314000/119313972/a5b1045c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass (Lake Pearson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119320000/119314000/119313972/717f4e74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass (Lake Pearson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119320000/119314000/119313972/d98475a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass (Lake Pearson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119320000/119314000/119313972/8c3995cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass provides golfing on-site and more. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available £93 includes taxes & fees 19 Feb - 20 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass Cass has just one resident: Barrie Drummond, a railway worker who moved here around age 40 and spent over 25 years subsequently as an employee of KiwiRail, performing switching and track maintenance, Cass is thus one of the few places in the world with a population of one resident. Take a break and unwind at this peaceful oasis. Located in the serene Cass settlement caravan park amongst the majestic Alps. This newly built cottage has everything you need to self cater and have a good nights rest. Surrounded by hiking trails and lake walks there is plenty to do in the area. Complimentary Chip and Putt golf course also available. The perfect place to take a break & enjoy nature so no WiFi available, kitchen is included with cooking, fridge, hot plate and tableware \- 10 mins to Lake Pearson, Bealey Hotel \- 20 mins to Authur's Pass National Park, Castle Hill \- Great tracks nearby: Bealey Spur Track, Devils Punchbowl Waterfall, Authur's Pass Walking Track, Temple Basin Track ,,,etc. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 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Just leave the keys at the door. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10 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 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 ## About the area Cass is home to this cabin. 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 Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve. [Visit our Cass travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cass.dx6048103) [View more Cabin rentals in Cass](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cass-Cabins.d6048103-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.033115,171.75685&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:z_seGigiw_%40%3FU%3FS%3FU%40U%40U%3FS%40U%40S%40UBU%40UBSBU%40QBUBSDUBUDQBUDQDUDQDSDSFSDQFSDQFSFSFQHOFOFSHQHQFOHQHMHOHQJOHMJOHOJMJKJOJOHKLMJKJMLKJKLKJKLILKLGLKJILGNILILGLINELGLENGLENELENELENANGLANANCNANCL%3FNCN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBL%3FNBN%40NBN%40L%40NFN%40LDNDLDNDLDNFLDLFNDLHLFLHNHLFJHLFLJLJLHJJLJJJLJJLJJLLHJJNJJJNJLHNJNHLJNHPHNHLHPFNHPHPFRFLHPFPFRFRDPFRDPFRDRDRDPDTDPBTDPBTDTBRBP%40TBTBR%40TBT%40T%40R%40T%3FR%40T%3FT%40T%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FRAT%3FTAR%3FTATARATCTARCTCTARCRCRETCTEPCREREREPETEPGTEPGPEPGTGPGPIPGNGPIRIPGLIPININIPKLINKNILKNKNKJKLIJMNKJKJMJKLMHKLMFMJMLMFKHMFOHMFMHMHODMFMDOFMBODMDODMFO%40ODM%40OBOBO%40OBM%3FO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOAM%3FOCOAOCOCMAOEOAMGOEMEOEMCOGMEMGOEMIMIMGOIMGKIMKMIMKMGKMMIKMMKKKKKMOIKKMKOKKKOIMKOIOKMIQIOIOIQGMIQISGQGQIOGQGQGUEQGQEQGUEQEUEQESESCSEQCUEUCSCUAQCUCUASCUAUASAU%3FUASAU%3FU%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=V23wt6hIZPlYZM985CDrXhlyD1c=) Lake Pearson, Canterbury Region ### 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 24 min drive \- 22.7 miles - Cave Stream Scenic Reserve 17 min drive \- 16.4 miles - Historic Village Walk 22 min drive \- 20.6 miles - Bridal Veil Walk 24 min drive \- 22.2 miles - Devils Punchbowl Waterfall 31 min drive \- 21.1 miles ### Getting around - Hokitika (HKK) 104 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass? ### How much is parking at A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass? ### What time is check-in at A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass? ### What time is check-out at A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass? ### Where is A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A quite gateway in the mountain! Cass cottage 1 - Lake Pearson, Authur's Pass 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 12 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil 9 Jan 2026 Liked: Amenities Cosy cabin. Perfect size, super comfortable. Beautiful spot to wake up. 20 min drive to Sealy hotel and 25 to Arthurs pass village. Advice, pls provide appropriate snacks to feed the hens ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1f8b8286-b436-45eb-9d89-ca17c01e2da2-1767990020531.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7910f122-49cc-4624-bd20-57131d5b87a8-1767990020020.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/13e6b102-070f-4df4-a78a-b842cc7c5707-1767990019248.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Neil Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 9 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Clean and cozy. Quiet and comfortable. Thanks to Barry for stopping by to say hi. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f8957d13-1c56-4087-a25b-f040ad4c27fc-1762655330356.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott W. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice clean and quiet. Missed wifi a bit but all good. ##### Scott W. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike 8 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The cabin was clean and reasonably up to date.Barry was great. ##### Mike Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen P. 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This Cass cabin had the scale of a mansion and is on my list to visit again. ##### Kathleen P. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole 16 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Nicole Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayley 20 Nov 2025 ##### Hayley Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark L. 25 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy ##### Mark L. 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