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Relax on Rata Cottage 1

Twizel accommodation with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6754 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Twizel, Canterbury
  • Place, Mueller Ridge
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Ohau
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Twizel

In Twizel .Within a 15-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Mueller Ridge and Twizel Town Centre. Lake Ruataniwha is within 3 miles (5 km) and Lake Pukaki is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mueller Ridge - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Twizel Town Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lake Ohau - 33 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 36 min drive - 24.0 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 179 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poppies Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Vier Project - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ministry of Works - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relax on Rata Cottage 1

This charming cottage is the perfect place to stay while visiting Twizel.
With its homely decor and prime location just a short walk away from town, it is sure to exceed all your expectations.
Nestled next to a beautiful green belt, there is plenty of outdoor space for kids to play and adults to enjoy some sports. And don`t worry about having a larger group, because we have another cottage right next door that can be booked together for your convenience.

You will have the entire cottage to yourself, providing you with all the basic essentials for a comfortable stay.
Check out time of 10am is strict so we can ensure cleaning is completed before check in time. A late check out fee will be charged if you depart after 10am unless a late check out is arranged and agrred upon prior.
Checking out after 11AM means you incur a full days fee.

A fee of $100.00 will be charged to you as the guest if we are called out to the premises after business hours ( Business hours are 9am-3pm Monday- Friday) unless deemed not liable by our technician.
This will be charged and paid in full on arrival to the callout.
As banking deposits can take up to more than 48hours to be processed.

Smoking inside is NOT ALLOWED and will result in a $200 charge for professional cleaning.

If you book for 2 guests, a maximum of 2 beds can be used otherwise we will charge you for the use of extra linen.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Things to do

  • Golf

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 754 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Check out time of 10am is strict so we can ensure cleaning is completed before check in time. A late check out fee will be charged if you depart after

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Relax On Rata, 1 Twizel
257480
Relax on Rata, Cottage 1 Twizel
Relax on Rata, Cottage 1 Private vacation home
Relax on Rata, Cottage 1 Private vacation home Twizel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Relax on Rata Cottage 1 to the airport?

This cottage is 125.8 mi (179-min drive) away from the Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Relax on Rata Cottage 1?

As of Jul 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax on Rata Cottage 1 on Jul 5, 2026 start from $311, 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 for more accurate prices.

Does Relax on Rata Cottage 1 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Relax on Rata Cottage 1 offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Relax on Rata Cottage 1?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Relax on Rata Cottage 1?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Relax on Rata Cottage 1?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Relax on Rata Cottage 1 have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Relax on Rata Cottage 1 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Relax on Rata Cottage 1 to downtown Twizel?

This cottage is 0.7 mi away from Twizel.

Relax on Rata Cottage 1 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

Lovely, clean cottage. Very comfortable with everything you need. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

richard o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Twizel

Twizel is a good central location for exploring the area
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHARON H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top Quality

Warm clean comfortable a place to relax and refresh.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
the bedrooms were quite cold... might pay to have some warm duvets etc and a heater in the bedrooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Starlight

The property was comfortable and well appointed. Nice to come back to after a day out at the mountains. Town services good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

A very tidy property that was only a short walk into town. All condiments required were provided - soaps,shampoo,washing powder, DW powder, towels, flannels, rubbish bags, toilet paper. Only negatives were that there was no BBQ and no where in any cupboards to hang clothes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023