Title: Best winter retreat - Perfect for Mt. Hutt! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 apartment # Best winter retreat - Perfect for Mt. Hutt! Apartment in Windwhistle with kitchen and balcony ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105770000/105768300/105768288/cd190d41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105770000/105768300/105768288/af37b883.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105770000/105768300/105768288/f964a892.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105770000/105768300/105768288/d1ae7903.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105770000/105768300/105768288/3ee181ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched in the heart of winter wonderland, Terrace Downs offers a serene retreat with breathtaking views of the Southern Alps. Enjoy easy access to Mt. Hutt for skiing adventures or unwind in the cozy apartment interiors. ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Gym - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Air conditioning £195 includes taxes & fees 17 Nov - 18 Nov ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Best winter retreat - Perfect for Mt. Hutt! This is your ultimate winter escape! This apartment offers breathtaking views of the Southern Alps, providing a serene backdrop for a memorable stay. This accommodation promises warmth and comfort, featuring cosy interiors for you to enjoy the winter wonderland outside. For ski enthusiasts, the proximity to Mt. Hutt means easy access to some of the best slopes in the region. Whether you're looking for adventure or a peaceful retreat, this apartment at Terrace Downs is perfect! ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Golf - Gym - Snow sports gear - Tennis ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1895500/1895481/f28215e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery Windwhistle - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 138 reviews £147 includes taxes & fees 10 Nov - 11 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=1895481&PinnedHotelID=1895481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103140000/103134800/103134792/fbc3d7c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Our Bach. 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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 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.490295,171.65862&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:filhGkavv_%40%3FS%3FU%40U%3FS%40U%3FU%40S%40W%40UBU%40QBUBS%40UBUBSDUBQDUBUDSDQDUDQDUFQDQFUDQFQFQFSHQFQFQHQHOFQHQHOHMHSJMHOJOHMJOJMJKJOHOLKJKJKLOJKLKJGLMLKLGLMJGLGNILILGLENILGLENELGNELENELENANELCNANCNANCLCN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%3FP%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FLBNBN%40NBN%40LBNDN%40LDNDLDNDLFNDLDLFNDLHLFLHNHLFJFLLLFLJLLJFLJJJLJJNJJLJHNJNJJJLJNHLJNHNJLHRHLHNHPFPHNHPFPFPHPFRFPFPDPFTDPFPDTDPDTDPDRBTDTBPDTBRBT%40TBRBT%40PBT%40T%40V%40R%3FT%40T%3FR%40T%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FTAR%3FTAT%3FTARAVATCTAPCTCRATCTCTERCPETCRETEPETEPETGPERGREPGPGPGRIPGPGPIPINGPIPINILIRKLINKLINKNKNKHKNILMLKJKLMLKJMJKFMLMJMFMJKHMFOHMHMFMHODMFMDODMDOFMDODMDO%40ODMBO%40OBO%40OBM%40O%3FOBO%3FM%3FQ%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOCO%3FMAOCOAOCOAMCOEOAMEOEMEOGMEOEMEMGOIMEMGMIOIMGKIMKMGMKMMKGMKKKMOKKKKMMIMKOKIKOKOIOKMIOKMISIMIOIQGQIOIQGQGQIQGSGQGQEQGSESGQEUEQEUEQEUCSEUCQESCUCUAUCSCUAQCUAUAWAS%3FUAU%3FUAS%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Kp1rYYUEuk5R318XbS37xb3vTUI=) Windwhistle, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Rakaia Gorge - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles - Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 10 min drive - 9.4 miles - Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 24 min drive - 22.1 miles - Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 49 min drive - 44.0 miles - Ashburton Domain - 54 min drive - 47.4 miles #### Restaurants - ‪The Clubhouse - ‬4 min drive - ‪Huber's Hutt - ‬44 min drive - ‪Hunters Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive - ‪Speights ale house - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Best winter retreat - Perfect for Mt. Hutt! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Best winter retreat - Perfect for Mt. Hutt!? > As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best winter retreat - Perfect for Mt. Hutt! on 17 Nov 2025 start from £194.89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windwhistle-Hotels-Best-Winter-Retreat-Perfect-For-Mt-Hutt.h105768288.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Best winter retreat - Perfect for Mt. Hutt!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Best winter retreat - Perfect for Mt. Hutt!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Best winter retreat - Perfect for Mt. Hutt! located? > Situated in Windwhistle, this apartment building is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Rakaia Gorge and within 9 miles (15 km) of Washpen Falls and Rakaia Gorge Walkway. Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Hororata Golf Club are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Best winter retreat - Perfect for Mt. Hutt! 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