Title: Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI 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 home # Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI ## Photo gallery for Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57780000/57771000/57770922/c1ecca01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57780000/57771000/57770922/2ebd6b7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57780000/57771000/57770922/c870bbcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57780000/57771000/57770922/8b5e6c20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books - Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57780000/57771000/57770922/99538f98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a quiet back section, this warm and sunny house offers a peaceful retreat with great views of the night sky. Unwind by the log burner or heat pumps, explore the well-stocked library, and enjoy off-street parking. The house is fully wheelchair accessible and close to reserves, playing fields, walkways shops and restaurants. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI The house is spacious, warm and sunny. It is centrally located and close to reserves, playing fields and walkways, with shops and restaurants just minutes walk away. It is on a back section, very quiet with great views of the night sky and plenty of off street parking. 2 heat pumps and log burner keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Its decorated with our favourite art and a well stocked library of books for you to enjoy during your stay and making sure you feel right at home. This house has been renovated to be fully wheelchair accessible. You'll have the entire house to yourself. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI Twizel 78920 Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI Private vacation home ## About the area Twizel is home to this holiday home. Ladybird Hill Vineyard and Ohau Skifield are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Pukaki and Mueller Ridge. [Visit our Twizel travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Twizel.dx6025811) [View more Holiday homes in Twizel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Twizel-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6025811-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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-44.25630%2C170.10200&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zRa5M6dnOGer2mGCzePcIFuhk8A=) Twizel, Canterbury ### What's nearby - ![Lake Ohau showing a lake or waterhole and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113042/647c8a87-c0a8-4d0d-bdac-e6d858ebe055.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Ohau 28 min drive \- 17.6 miles - ![In the shoulder season the pools are very quiet. Since they're hot, it really doesn't matter what the weather does. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239359/7cb66e1f-4295-4a73-b76a-ca96b37abc20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tekapo Springs 47 min drive \- 44.9 miles - ![Lake Tekapo, South Island, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6303633/4125d634-a6f2-4024-9399-aa82301408a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Tekapo 48 min drive \- 45.1 miles - Twizel Town Centre 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Mueller Ridge 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) 111 min drive ### Restaurants - The Vier Project 14 min walk - Poppies Cafe 15 min walk - Mint Folk 7 min walk - Jasmine Thai 6 min walk - Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine 5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI? ### What time is check-in at Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI? ### What time is check-out at Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI? ### Where is Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Home away from Home, Twizel. FREE WIFI Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 4 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eva F. 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Check in was very easy. Kitchen had everything you needed. Wifi was great. House was lovely and warm with a beautiful fire and heatpump. Communication was also great with the host checking in on us. Very close to town and the yard was great for our furry friend which we really appreciated. Thank you ##### Eva F. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Martin S. 29 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Property review The property was excellent accomodation for a fishing party of 6 fishing the canals. Clean tidy with all of the equipment for cooking etc. only issue was fire alarm batteries were flat with the alarm beeping constantly at varying times. Apart from that I would highly recommend this property to any larger type group. ##### Martin S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony G. 14 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great summer location Thank you for a wonderful place to stay. Although an older property, it was very clean, tidy and well laid out for our family of adults to enjoy. We will differently be coming back and have already recommended it to others. ##### Anthony G. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberley E. 5 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location We stayed here for its location to town and it was so easy to get around ##### Kimberley E. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen M., Dunedin 28 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect setting We were booked into here as our original booking at another place turned out to be double booked. Honestly, I would stay here again - very central to everything, clean, tidy, warm and spacious. Also, originally booked and paid for 10 people and after four dropped out we got a refund for them! Thanks heaps ##### Kathleen M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Rosemary M. 4 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### January "winter" break While the weather was terrible, we had a very pleasant stay at 'home away from home'. The fire and heat pump were really appreciated and we used all the extra bedding we could find. Thanks for making us feel so welcome. ##### Rosemary M. ---