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Pukaki holiday rentals start at $70 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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220 of Pukaki holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.8 Average rating
Pukaki stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Pukaki
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Cricklewood Farmstay, Alpaca walk and hot tub
Just under 10 minutes from Fairlie, 40 min from Lake Tekapo and only 1.5 hr from MT Cook, is our super cute historic Farmers cottage. Watch and pet our friendly animals from the cottage and experience some of the best star gazing in New Zealand from our beautiful hot tub. During your stay we offer a free animal tour of 1 hour, whereby you will visit some of our friendly animals incl bottle feeding our pet lambs (Aug-Dec), an Alpaca walk 🦙, and our friendly horses, cats, dogs and chickens 🥰
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviews
The Temple Cabin (North Point) Wilderness Comfort
Outdoor Adventure Awaits! Now offering Horse Treks!! The Temple Cabins (North Point) is at the head of Lake Ohau right at the beginning of the Hopkins Valley. It's a very special part of the NZ Alps. This cabin features a skylight for stargazing from the loft! Situated on a classic New Zealand high country station, the cabin gives it's guests access to one of the truly remote areas of the Southern Alps Enjoy horse riding from our farm, skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and much more.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
Tekapo's Jewel
Stunning 3 bedroom house in Lake Tekapo with breathtaking views of the lake and Southern Alps. Features a fully equipped kitchen, open plan living, large deck with outdoor seating. Master bedroom has a King bed, second bedroom has a queen bed and a set of single bunks (room sleeps 4), third bedroom is a queen bed. Short walk to the lake and town centre, perfect for skiing, hiking, biking or relaxing. Please be aware of scammers! This listing is NOT available on any other accomodation sites
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviews
Cosy Cottage Overlooking Lake Pukaki
Situated in a sheltered cove by the shores of Lake Pukaki, our cottage offers peace, quiet and privacy. With breathtaking views of the lake and the beautiful Mackenzie basin countryside, it is the perfect place a special getaway. Only 35 minutes drive to Aoraki Mt Cook, 30 minutes from lake Tekapo and 13 minutes to twizel Pukaki lakeside getaway cottage is completely self contained, with wi-fi and all linen is provided. A truly stunning setting with abundant fresh air and wide open space.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
Aurora A- Frame Twizel
Make lasting memories at this unique, family-friendly retreat. Bring the whole family and enjoy the fully fenced garden — perfect for children and pets. 🐾 Start your day with a coffee on the patio while watching native birds, then unwind among the native trees and gardens surrounding the cosy wooden A-Frame cabin. After a day of exploring, relax under the stars and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Conveniently located just a 5-minute walk to town, with supermarkets, cafés, and shops close by.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
Twizel Peaceful Retreat
This house is peaceful, comfortable, clean, family friendly and fully equipped, with plenty of extras. It includes free WiFi (fibre broadband). The location is excellent, a minutes walk from the shops, restaurants and pubs. Enjoy a BBQ in the beautiful peaceful fully fenced garden on a shaded deck. Or enjoy the warm indoors with the provided DVD's, games, books, playstation or toys. The rooms are spacious and the bathroom has a fantastic large shower. There is plenty of off street parking.
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 599 reviews
Twizel retreats - GH Cottage
This newly built cottage is located in a peaceful and remote location. Guests will have sole occupancy of the cottage. It has a great mountain view with a beautiful dark night sky reserve. It's only a 45min drive to Mt Cook National Park and a 10min drive to Lake Pukaki. It is air-conditioned and provides all the necessary amenities and essentials to make your stay feel like home. Comes with two bedrooms; one with a large and comfy King bed, and the other with two King Single beds.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 311 reviews
Stargazing & Hot Tub: Near Tekapo & Mt Cook!
The perfect place for people who love a peaceful countryside location with starry skies and beautiful views! Wake up to peace, quiet & birdsong, not traffic… Our cottage is on a beautiful 10-acre property in a dark sky reserve, and has amazing mountain views. It’s 17km from the town of Twizel, and offers both privacy & modern comforts. Visit Tekapo or Mt Cook then relax in a wood-fired hot tub under the stars. Very safe location. 50 mins to Mt Cook/Tekapo. 2.5 hrs to Queenstown.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 895 reviews
Cosy alpine cabin near Mt Cook and Tekapo
Welcome to Ruataniwha Hut, an intimate wood fired cabin in the high country of the Southern Alps. Wake to coffee and mountain views. Spend your days exploring Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park. Return to unwind under a blanket of stars. Set in an international dark sky reserve, the hut is built for couples and small families craving a simple escape. Ruataniwha Hut is the perfect base for your adventures. Mt Cook / Hooker Valley Track 50 min Tekapo 40 min Twizel 15 min
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 397 reviews
Modern, Chic Country Escape
Welcome to 42 Woodley, this is a modern architecturally designed Luxury Boutique accommodation. Located in the stunning lifestyle subdivision of The Drive where the mountain vistas & the night sky are surreal. Two queen Bedrooms, Fully equipped kitchen with laundry, unlimited wifi plus Netflix. Heating is by heat-pump for your comfort & combined with the open plan living space. Owners live on site in a private residence with Charlie our dog Linen & Towels provided
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviews
Marytrickle in the Heart of the Dark Sky Reserve
Stay on working high country award winning merino sheep farm, in a modern private apartment. Apartment is on 2 levels, has a private entrance, outdoor space and free parking. Sheep and hens are next to the free car park. Swimming pool is a "cold" pool and is open in the summer months. Enjoy the STARS & uninterrupted night sky, with no town lighting pollution. Marytrickle is a perfect location for a base to explore the Mt Cook/Twizel/Lake Tekapo area has to offer.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 289 reviews
Backcountry hut with a modern twist
Take in the lake and mountain views while you sit back and enjoy the comforts of this new architecturally designed home. Relax by the fire while you unwind and take in the back country hut feeling with a modern twist. Enjoy the Mackenzie country with bush walks, mountain biking, fishing and of course the Ohau ski field just 20min from the house. The property is perfect for a weekend away with family and friends or a romantic getaway for two. Sleeps 7
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviewsPopular amenities for Pukaki family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Twizel Ecostays. Romantic retreat.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews
Shearvue Farmstay with FARM TOUR & Spa | Fairlie
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 986 reviews
Antlers Rest- Twizel
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 302 reviews
Kowhai Cottage | Peaceful Stargazing Retreat
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 233 reviews
The Rise. Ben Ohau
Outdoor spacesValue
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews
Skylark Cabin – Private Luxury Escape with Hot Tub
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 502 reviews
Ashwick
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviews
Mary Mac’s Luxury Lake House Retreat - Lake Tekapo
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 655 reviewsFamily- and pet-friendly home rentals

The Brown House
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 266 reviews
Marlo's Bach! Modern & Spacious - King Beds
Indoor spacesSleep qualityHeating
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 218 reviews
*Star-Gazing* from your Pillow!
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 874 reviews
Hallewell Haven
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 400 reviews
Mackenzie Cottage - Close to Centre
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 312 reviews
Wander Lodge - Cosy cottage in the forest.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 383 reviews
Frog Lodge - Enjoy Comfort & Style in Otematata
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews
Snowshoe Cottage. Alpine Lake and Mountain views
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviewsFamily-friendly home rentals with a pool

Coombes Cottage, St Bathans
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 382 reviews
Fiery Peak Eco-Retreat: stargazing, hot tub, pool
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 275 reviews
Large, private 5 bedroom homestead with pool
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 322 reviews
The view of the sea
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 454 reviews
Mountain Views with Pool & Spa
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 81 reviews
Grand Glen Lyon - Family Resort Style Escape
4.75 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews
Waimate House
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews
Getaway on Gordon
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviewsWhen is the best time to visit Pukaki?
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