Title: TWIZEL - House near the lake Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=61002545&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # TWIZEL - House near the lake Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for TWIZEL - House near the lake ![Exterior detail - TWIZEL - House near the lake (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61002600/61002545/0a52b5a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services - TWIZEL - House near the lake (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61002600/61002545/b2a9c841.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - TWIZEL - House near the lake (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61002600/61002545/b30496ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets - TWIZEL - House near the lake (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61002600/61002545/86693da6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services - TWIZEL - House near the lake (Twizel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61002600/61002545/f7617476.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies TWIZEL - House near the lake provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning ## 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. ### TWIZEL - House near the lake Our cosy house is located a 5 minute drive from the town of Twizel or 2 minutes to Lake Ruataniwha. It is a small two bedroom house but has everything you will need to have a great holiday away from home. Twizel is a lovely place to stay with lots of activities all year round. The house has amazing views of the mountains. Two bedrooms, both with queen beds, a small lounge with smart TV, Netflix and free wifi. There is a deck at the front of the house to sit and enjoy the views. Plenty of space for cars to park. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Netflix - Smart TV - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Accessible parking space - Gravel flooring in public areas - No lift - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - On a lake ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Double-glazed windows - Recycling - Unit size: 538 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74510000/74500600/74500557/1f22edf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Great Escape, Twizel Twizel - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=74500557&PinnedHotelID=74500557&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78200000/78194400/78194390/9e0b10ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Happy Holidays on Harris just mins from the Lake! 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please send information about your pet when making a booking, age, breed, any lifestyle info. Please do not leave pets unattended in the house. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total (up to 25 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as New House Near the Lake Twizel House Near The Twizel Twizel - New House Near the Lake Twizel Twizel - New House Near the Lake Private vacation home Twizel - New House Near the Lake Private vacation home Twizel ## About the area ![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-44.27182%2C170.08495&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HjLABuyQZD1JSN04crW9EfMWlRE=) Twizel, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Lake Ruataniwha \- 1 min drive \- 0.5 miles - Twizel Town Centre \- 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Lake Pukaki \- 12 min drive \- 10.2 miles - Tekapo Springs \- 42 min drive \- 47.6 miles - Church of the Good Shepherd \- 42 min drive \- 48.5 miles #### Getting around - Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 127 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Vier Project - ‬3 min drive - ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬4 min drive - ‪Mint Folk - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ministry of Works - ‬4 min drive - ‪Musterers Hut - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is TWIZEL - House near the lake pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at TWIZEL - House near the lake? ### What time is check-in at TWIZEL - House near the lake? ### What time is check-out at TWIZEL - House near the lake? ### Where is TWIZEL - House near the lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## TWIZEL - House near the lake 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 48 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Del G. 19 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Host is magnificent, very helpful and responsive.Place is great with a beautiful view and very accessible to basic amenities. A free night stay was also a big bonus.Just a bit confused as there is no table for dining but other than that place is highly recommended. Will book again in the near future. ##### Del G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter B. 29 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place very enjoyable 3 nights great fun beautiful scenery ##### Peter B. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn M. 12 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 3rd great Stay Just a great stay again ##### Glenn M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn M. 29 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second great stay Stayed a couple of weeks ago, and this stay was just as good. ##### Glenn M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alina H. 8 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Place Loved our stay, comfortable wee place, clean and great views. Would stay again. ##### Alina H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Udit P. 28 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was really good place with outstanding views. Awesome views ##### Udit P. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 26 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Awesome little place! Good View, nice and quiet! ##### Paul ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul J. 9 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Getaway Really comfortable and central. It was a pleasure having our doggies with who thoroughly enjoyed themselves too. ##### Paul J. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy F. 15 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay in Twizel Lovely stay in the batch in Twizel. Nice location just outside of the town but accessible to everywhere. It had everything we needed and is ideal for a small family. ##### Jeremy F. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Franceca P. 25 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely to stay It was great place to stay but there was no dining table . ##### Franceca P. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike H. 9 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Lovely place to stay but too far to walk to town so had to drive. Lovely deck to watch the sun go down. ##### Mike H. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yoo Kyoung 3 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property with amazing view ##### Yoo Kyoung Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Janice B. 17 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice small house Lovely stay. Fairly new property set in a newly developed subdivision. ##### Janice B. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn M. 15 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Weekend Property was fantastic, nice and quiet, communication was fantastic, had everything plus more we needed for our stay ##### Glenn M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi E. 17 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay A very nice modern place with in a new subdivision with stunning views in most directions. Very safe feeling area with very friendly locals. Facilities and location were ideal for our weekend in this beautiful spot. Shower pressure was great too 👌 ##### Heidi E. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stewart F. 9 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Twizel break Very tidy, great stopover ##### Stewart F. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graeme W. 17 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great holiday home Lovely wee house with amazing views. Well set up and perfect for us. Sam was very helpful and friendly and we can’t wait to go back for another week ##### Graeme W. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith H. 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! Perfect location and views. Lovely & clean. We enjoyed our stay at this bach and would definitely stay again. Thank you for having us! ##### Keith H. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Birgitte G. 17 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### cosy small house lovely being on the edge of town. ##### Birgitte G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 17 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice cosy property, clean and tidy. Perfect for a short stay to visit Mr Cook and surrounding area. Would recommend it. ##### Andrew Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Levi G., Lexington, KY 24 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay The tiny home was new and didn’t even show up on google maps, but the directions the host provided made it easy to find. The home was nice and cozy, the town was very nice and close to a lot of fun activities. Close to Mt. Cook NP, and the gorgeous Lake Pukaki. ##### Levi G. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa B. 20 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Small house in Twizel Clean, newly built small house in a quiet area. The house had everything needed for a comfy stay. Very warm and cosy. Would highly recommended and would stay there again if visiting Twizel. ##### Vanessa B. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan-Maree P. 15 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Extra long weekend Excellent property perfect for our small group. Very clean and tidy. Will be renting again next time we are in Twizel for sure. Amazing host to work with. ##### Jan-Maree P. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leigh N. 30 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice sunny bach Nice and sunny warm bach. Great communication. Handy to township and Mt Cook. Enjoyed the caring details the owners prepared for our stay. ##### Leigh N. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miho S. 22 Aug 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great host Has everything we needed, worked well and very comfortable warm house. Great communication. ##### Miho S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022