High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo

13 Rankin Rise, 7999 Lake Tekapo, New Zealand – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.2/10! <small>(score from <b>32</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
32 reviews
a bedroom with a bed and a couch and a table at High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo in Lake Tekapo
a bedroom with a bed and a table and chairs at High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo in Lake Tekapo
a house with a glass door and a patio at High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo in Lake Tekapo
a white bathroom with a sink and a shower at High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo in Lake Tekapo
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High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo

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  • Entire apartment
  • 377 ft² size
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Situated in Lake Tekapo in the Canterbury region, High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo has a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 44 km from Mt. Dobson, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the apartment. The apartment has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a patio with mountain views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 96 km from High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
7.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alexey
    Germany Germany
    “Clean and big studio. Very comfortable and fancy. 10 min walk from the famous church to see stargazing”
  • Jono
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Big room and big shower. Comfortable bed Room is attached to a house and luckily no one was home so we didn’t have to hear anybody through the wall.”
  • Annetta
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The location was good and we could look down on the lake from our elevated position. Not too far from the town centre.”
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Discover Tekapo Accommodation

Company review score: 9.4Based on 2,825 reviews from 59 properties
59 managed properties

Company information

Our team at Discover Tekapo has a vision to match our guests with the best luxury, romantic, or retro 70's style accommodation that Tekapo has to offer. We all live, work, and raise our families in Tekapo and we know well what makes this area so special. We look forward to sharing our local knowledge and assisting our guests with all aspects of their stay.

Property information

This modern and stylish studio offers the perfect getaway for a night or two in Tekapo. Enjoy the tranquility of Tekapo and slices of mountain & lake views from your private patio. The studio is equipped for preparing simple breakfast, microwave meals, snacks and hot drinks (kettle, toaster, microwave & mini-fridge – no cook-top). Alternatively, wander the 15 minutes into the village centre to experience one of the wonderful local cafes & restaurants. TV is available for the times you wish to relax in the comfort of your own space and super cosy king bed. A heat pump cools the studio on hotter days and warms it during the colder months. High Country Retreat is a fantastic alternative to a hotel for those looking for a short escape to experience Tekapo’s natural environment and eateries. This studio is attached to the owners holiday house but has it’s own private entrance.

Neighbourhood information

Lake Tekapo is renowned for it's stunning night sky, beautiful scenery and unbeatable climate! The area offers a wide range of activities throughout the year, including fishing, photography, horse trekking, skiing, hot pools, stargazing and secinc alpine flights.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Toaster
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Electric blankets
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash is not accepted High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    FAQs about High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo

    • High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo has the following number of bedrooms:

        • 1 bedroom

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Check-in at High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo can accommodate the following group size:

        • 2 guests

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • The prices at High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • High Country Retreat - Lake Tekapo is 0.9 miles from the centre of Lake Tekapo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.