Vacation rentals in New Zealand

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Cabin in Twizel
Skylark Cabin – Private Luxury Escape with Hot Tub
Skylark Cabin is a private, luxury escape, nestled serenely within the awe-inspiring landscape of the Mackenzie Region. Surrounded by soaring mountain ranges and the rugged, ethereal beauty of an expansive valley, this isn’t just a comfortable place to stay, it’s an experience in itself. Witness the mesmerising clarity of a starry night sky. Connect with nature and escape from the pace of daily life. Skylark Cabin is 10km to Twizel, 50-min to Mt Cook, 4hrs to Christchurch, & 3hrs to Queenstown.
3 – 10 Oct
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 283 reviews
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Treehouse in Korito
The Treehouse: Off-grid Retreat
Shaded in a canopy of macrocarpa trees at the base of Mt Taranaki national park, The Treehouse is a grown-up childhood sanctuary. Built from recycled materials, a repurposed spiral staircase takes you up the multiple levels of The Treehouse to a secluded living space nestled between the trees. kick back in the canopy, swoop on the swings or shoot down the slide. This self-contained treehouse is powered by renewable energy and is only a short drive to New Plymouth, local beaches and the mountain.
1 – 8 Oct
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 261 reviews
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Cabin in Ben Ohau
High Country Cabin. Secluded getaway near Twizel.
High Country Cabin is a stylishly decorated cabin in the heart of the Southern Alps on the South Island of New Zealand. Inspired by the Backcountry huts throughout the area, it provides a rustic country-style experience. Situated 15 minutes outside of Twizel in the heart of the Mackenzie, it has direct access to all of the natural amenities that the area is world famous for including snow sports, mountaineering, hiking & tramping, mountain-biking, hunting & fishing among many other activities
12 – 19 Jan
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 739 reviews

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Other great holiday rentals in New Zealand

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Villa in Marahau
The Kite - Laid-Back luxury beside the Abel Tasman
1 – 8 Apr
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews
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Guesthouse in Western Lake
Tui Suite at Wairarapa's Lakeview Lodge
22 – 29 Oct
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews
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Cabin in Ben Ohau
Cosy Alpine Escape in the High Country
3 – 10 July
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews
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Cabin in Korito
ecoescape: self-contained off-grid tiny-home
23 – 30 Aug
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 540 reviews
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Farm stay in Cambridge
The Hilly House, Private Boutique Accommodation
12 – 19 Feb
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews
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Cabin in Dyerville
Tia Hut
26 Jan – 2 Feb
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 292 reviews
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Cottage in Okarito
Beautiful cottage with mountain and sea views
11 – 18 Feb
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 216 reviews
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Cabin in Ben Ohau
Peak View Cabin - Ben Ohau - Stylish Seclusion
17 – 24 May
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 256 reviews
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Farm stay in Okoroire
Teal Corner Cabin Reconnect with nature and relax
31 May – 7 June
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 308 reviews
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Guest suite in Karapiro
Lake Edge Stunning views Karapiro
3 – 10 Aug
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 391 reviews
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Cabin in Raglan
Akatea Hill - Peaceful, secluded, rural hideaway
11 – 18 Oct
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews
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Guesthouse in Kaikōura
Clifftop Cabins Kaikoura - Ruby
25 Jan – 1 Feb
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews

Your guide to New Zealand

All About New Zealand

From snow-capped mountain peaks and glacial fjords to subtropical forests and white sand beaches, New Zealand is a true feat of nature. Sitting across the Tasman Sea from Australia, here you’ll find some of the most varied and awe-inspiring scenery in the world. Less than five million people call this sprawling country home, meaning that much of it is truly untouched and uninhabited. And because of its huge national focus on conservation, the landscape here is pristine. You can watch constellations light up ink-black skies, spot the elusive neon waves of the Southern Lights, hike the peaks of volcanoes, and sail under rushing waterfalls.

Visitors come here to take a dip in emerald-green, mirror-still crater lakes and surf the crests of aquamarine waves that crash against golden sands. Foodies delight in award-winning Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc and get buzzed by Auckland’s fourth wave café culture. Maori culture can be explored through its artistic traditions of carving, tattooing, weaving, and painting. New Zealand is bursting with progressive cities, extreme sports aplenty, some of the world’s best national parks, and a booming plant-based food scene.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in New Zealand

If you’re looking for holiday houses in New Zealand to enjoy its beaches and water sports, plan a trip during the hot, usually dry summer months from December to March. If you prefer more space on the sand, aim for the end of the season when the days are still long, the sun is still warm, and the trees on South Island begin to change colour. March is generally quiet, and a great time to be here. In the winter, most of South Island and North Island’s mountains turn into renowned destinations for skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling. North Island is generally warmer than South Island during the winter, but migrating humpback whales pass through the waters off of Kaikoura, South Island.


Top things to do in New Zealand

Auckland

Auckland is a naturally stunning city, surrounded by volcanic cones, with the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean meeting on the horizon, and rainforests, wineries, and islands in the distance. Urban life and the natural world coexist in the capital, with surfing off the city’s Pacific Coast beaches and sustainable farm-to-table cuisine. Grab coffee from one of Auckland’s fourth-wave cafes, learn about traditional Maori art at KIWA Art Gallery, and admire contemporary works at Wallace Arts Centre.

Waitomo Caves

The Waitomo Caves are an otherworldly phenomenon. Thousands of glowworms — a species unique to New Zealand — have been inhabiting these grottos for millennia, studding the cave walls with their star-like light. Boat tours are available with Maori guides to explain the caves’ history and natural significance.

Road trips

A road trip is one of the best ways to see the sights, whizzing up and down mountain roads, past glittering waters, and through tropical rainforests. From the remote and rugged Forgotten World Highway that zigzags through craggy mountains to the quiet beauty of the Great Coast Road flanked by the Tasman Sea on one side and the Southern Alps on the other, the journey around New Zealand is part of the experience.

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