Title: Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel 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 # Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel ## Photo gallery for Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel ![TV, fireplace - Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71089100/71089027/c569d954.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71089100/71089027/caca6f44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71089100/71089027/a991374a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71089100/71089027/b372d0ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71089100/71089027/eaa71306.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience Twizel's charming town centre from the comfort of Hydro House. This two-bedroom 'Bach' inspired retreat features a full kitchen, laundry facilities, and an inviting living room with Freeview TV. Relax in style with a heat pump for year-round comfort and enjoy off-street parking. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel Located on Mackenzie Drive a short 5 minute walk to Twizel's town centre. Designed with the 'Bach' aesthetic in mind this Hydro House features two bedrooms, a full kitchen including a dishwasher, Laundry with washing machine, and an ample living room complete with a sofa bed and Freeview TV for those days the weather doesn't play ball. A heat pump offers the best of both worlds with the air conditioning on those hot summer days and heating on those chilly evenings. Plenty of off street parking! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,076 square feet ## Similar properties ![Premium 1 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107530000/107523100/107523051/65a5d943.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alps Motel Apartment Twizel Twizel - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Microwave 10 Exceptional 128 reviews £161 includes taxes & fees 21 Mar - 22 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=107523051&PinnedHotelID=107523051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Studio, Jetted Tub, Lake View | WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36655100/36655056/237077c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park Twizel - Parking included - Laundry room - Housekeeping 9.0 Wonderful 196 reviews £57 includes taxes & fees 4 Mar - 5 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=36655056&PinnedHotelID=36655056&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2935500/2935477/9378e77d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel Twizel - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.0 Very good 646 reviews £182 includes taxes & fees 4 Mar - 5 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=2935477&PinnedHotelID=2935477&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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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 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 Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel Twizel 83050 Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel 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-44.25540%2C170.09000&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_64OY9g-DlfFdK6SRISfL-GmG9M=) Twizel, Canterbury ### What's nearby - ![Lake Pukaki showing a lake or waterhole, snow and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113036/6ac179f3-120d-4df9-aab1-f03035c55613.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Pukaki 10 min drive \- 9.0 miles - ![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 \- 14.9 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 48 min drive \- 45.6 miles - Mueller Ridge 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Twizel Town Centre 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) 113 min drive ### Restaurants - The Vier Project 5 min walk - Poppies Cafe 17 min walk - Mint Folk 10 min walk - Jasmine Thai 12 min walk - Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine 11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel? ### What time is check-in at Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel? ### What time is check-out at Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel? ### Where is Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reel 'n' Relax on Mackenzie Drive, Twizel 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 10 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela 26 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The space was amazing. Lots of room, everything you could want was supplied and wonderful host, very responsive and informative. Would definitely return! ##### Angela Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Sue A. 9 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Accomodation Very happy with our accomodation, clean and tidy and convenient to the town. ##### Sue A. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon B. 6 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Great Property for a relaxing Holiday. Well laid out sunny and comfortable. ##### Simon B. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ming-Kang 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Quite, clean and convenient! ##### Ming-Kang Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lorrie h. 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Superb base for sightseeing We loved this place so much we booked an extra night- house was clean, beds very comfortable and particularly loved cosy ambience of fireplace although heat pump would have been sufficient to keep us warm. House had all the amenities you would wish for - very happy with this booking ##### lorrie h. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nor Adibah 26 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It's recently renovated so looks really new and clean. Kitchen is well equipped. Living room has multiple toys and board game for my kids to enjoy. ##### Nor Adibah Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gayle O. 20 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Warm and welcoming Excellent communication from the property owner. Gorgeous holiday home. Perfectly clean and equipped with everything we needed. Would stay again ##### Gayle O. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen M. 30 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Absolutely love twizel, this is why I keep coming back, it like my second home, everyone is so friendly , the neighbors are awesome too talk to, the home is beautiful and is in an amazing area, plenty of room, will definitely be back here, Amy your awesome ☺️ need to catch up when I come back ##### Helen M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tania W. 25 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our stay Lovely wee house. Beautifully clean and tidy .highly recommend ##### Tania W. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita F. 26 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Impromptu weekend away Chance to escape fishing and biking .. Bach awesome!! Clean and tidy , had everything we needed ! Would stay again ##### Anita F. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ---