Kid-friendly holiday rentals in Mackenzie District

Shear-Vue Farmstay: Farm Tour & Spa Pool | Fairlie

A large Working Farm, 4000 sheep & 300 cattle Enjoy the peace & superb views. Relax in a cosy 2-bedroom cottage with continental breakfast provisions & COMPLIMENTARY FARM TOUR, hand feed our friendly animals, including pig, sheep, alpaca, cows, & dog, while learning about farming in NZ By night, from your private spa pool, enjoy the Mackenzie Region's famous stary skies. Sadly we are CLOSING in 2026 😢Book Now! Drive Times: 3.5 hours to Queenstown, 2.5 hours to Christchurch, 40 minutes toTekapo

TekapoB2 Lakeview Apartment, breathtaking views

Fully self-contained stylish Lakeview apartment (50㎡ plus deck area). One bedroom with separate from the open dining kitchen area with a panoramic view of Lake Tekapo and the mountains! 5-minute walk to the town centre and Tekapo's iconic famous church of the Good Shepherd. Suitable for a couple. Please get in touch with us if you have a small child, older than 3 years old. The bedroom has a Super-king-sized bed. Wifi and Netflix are available free of charge.A free private car park on the site.

Gray Street Cottage + free gym access

A pinch of character, a dash of cute and a good dose of comfort. We love our centrally located cottage and we're certain you will too. Just minutes' walk from the main street, views of the local golf course, complimentary access to the local gym - The Local Project; we aim to provide a cozy haven for you to relax in, in our little town. We comfortably accommodate 3 people, are family friendly & a cot can be available upon request. Off street parking & established gardens for your enjoyment.

Stargazer’s Luxury Retreat

For those who fancy a luxury escape; Stargaze the Milky Way from your own luxury outdoor bath, then come inside to a toasty warm fire. Enjoy the comfort of a king size bed with luxury linen, looking directly through to the lake and mountains beyond. In the bathroom, relax in our freestanding bath or enjoy a rain shower for two. Take in unobstructed views of the lake and mountains from your lounge room by day, and cosy up on the couch or wool beanbag for a movie at night. This is paradise.

Peaceful tiny house with sweeping mountain views

This rustic, beautiful and comfortable tiny house, just 1 km from the centre of Fairlie, is surrounded by farms and boasts stunning views of the Two Thumb Range (Mt Dobson). The house will feel like home the moment you arrive! Try the famous Fairlie pies while visiting! Mt Dobson skifields are about 15 min away. Lake Tekapo - with its hot springs and other tourist attractions - is just a half hour drive away. Escape your stresses and soak in the farm and mountain views from the deck.

Apollo 11 space ship with view of mt cook.

Accommodation with a difference! Sleep in an Apollo space ship with the ability to look up at the stars through a clear Perspex roof. This is the only accommodation of its type and is located in the Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve at Pukaki Airport. Space ship is fully self-contained with a toilet/shower and sink/microwave. Great for photos! A truly out-of-this-world experience! close to A2O bike track,have bike storage.45 min from mtcook hooker track.self check in after 4pm door open.

Cosy alpine cabin in the high country

Embrace cosy, hygge-inspired living at Ruataniwha Hut – a welcoming wood fired cabin set in the high country of the Southern Alps. Sip coffee in the mornings while gazing at the mountains. Explore the Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park during the day. Cook, eat and relax under a blanket of stars at night. Perfect for couples or a small family who appreciate a simple getaway and a base to adventure from. Only 15 mins from Twizel and 50 mins from Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park.

Wander Lodge - Cosy cottage in the forest.

Cosy cottage set in two hectares of forest. Log burner, outdoor pizza oven, well equipped kitchen, beautiful surroundings. Build huts, lay in the hammock or relax under the stars in the outdoor bath. Fully fenced so safe for kids to play & explore. Great for the snow in winter and lakes in summer. 30min to Dobson ski area, 45min to Fox Peak, 50 min to Roundhill. Lake Opuha 10 min. Take a day trip to Lake Tekapo (25min) to enjoy Tekapo Springs and Mt John Observatory.

Relax and unwind with a stay at Corner Retreat

Corner Retreat is newly built, and has a queen bed, just a short walk into town centre. Large deck door you can relax and look out at Mackenzie night sky reserve. Beautiful mountain views and the nearest town to Mount Cook. The Space has a kitchenette small fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher, bathroom with rain shower, WIFI, TV With Netflix, Neon, Free to Air, and YouTube. Heat pump for heating and cooling Guest Access free parking at gate entrance. Private