10/10 Excellent
Narinder V.
22 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Narinder V.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Entire home
Ruataniwhat Retreat - Free WIFI
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Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6131 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
Explore the area
Twizel, Canterbury
- Lake RuataniwhaPlace, Lake Ruataniwha18 min walk
- Twizel Town CentrePlace, Twizel Town Centre3 min drive
- Tekapo SpringsPlace, Tekapo Springs50 min drive
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About the area
Twizel
Located in Twizel, this vacation home is within a 5-minute drive of Lake Ruataniwha and Mueller Ridge. .This vacation home is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Twizel Town Centre and 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Lake Pukaki.
What's nearby
- Lake Ruataniwha - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Twizel Town Centre - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
- Lake Ohau - 27 min drive - 23.6 km
- Tekapo Springs - 50 min drive - 75.1 km
- Church of the Good Shepherd - 51 min drive - 76.5 km
Getting around
- Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 114 min drive
Restaurants
- Poppies Cafe - 3 min drive
- The Vier Project - 3 min drive
- Mint Folk - 4 min drive
- Jasmine Thai - 4 min drive
- Ministry of Works - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Ruataniwhat Retreat - Free WIFI
Ruataniwha Retreat is a brand new 3 bedroom home in the beautiful Tussock Retreat subdivision next to Lake Ruataniwha. Just a couple of minutes walk to the lake and less than 10 minutes walk (or 2 minute drive) to the shops and cafes in town centre.
The kitchen is stylish with modern stainless steel Fisher & Paykel appliances for ease of use, combined with open plan living area which is the heart of the home and benefits from brilliant access to the sheltered set in Kiwila deck and the concrete patio. It's perfect for entertaining and relaxing in.
Heat pump/Air Conditioning ensure comfort year round with additional heating in bedrooms for winter warmth.
Ruataniwha Retreat Offers:
Modern comfortable home
Ample Off Street Parking
Bedding Configuration:
Bedroom 1: Queen with Ensuite
Bedroom 2: Queen
Bedroom 3. Twin singles
Please note: log burning fire is not available for guest use.
The kitchen is stylish with modern stainless steel Fisher & Paykel appliances for ease of use, combined with open plan living area which is the heart of the home and benefits from brilliant access to the sheltered set in Kiwila deck and the concrete patio. It's perfect for entertaining and relaxing in.
Heat pump/Air Conditioning ensure comfort year round with additional heating in bedrooms for winter warmth.
Ruataniwha Retreat Offers:
Modern comfortable home
Ample Off Street Parking
Bedding Configuration:
Bedroom 1: Queen with Ensuite
Bedroom 2: Queen
Bedroom 3. Twin singles
Please note: log burning fire is not available for guest use.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Climate control
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
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)
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,410 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
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
Property is also known as
Ruataniwhat Retreat Free Wifi
81362
Ruataniwhat Retreat - Free Wifi Twizel
Ruataniwhat Retreat - Free Wifi Private vacation home
Ruataniwhat Retreat - Free Wifi Private vacation home Twizel
Ruataniwhat Retreat - Free WIFI Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Denise D.
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a get away.
Great house and great location to the lake, would stay there again. Just wish there was TV in the big living area with the big lounge suite where we can all sit instead of in the small room with just a 2 seater couch.
Denise D.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Thomas D.
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Absolute gorgeous place amazing location.
Thanks
Thomas D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rocky R.
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
Great spot
Rocky R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sven R.
18 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed for the third time at Amy’s place in Wanaka and always had a 5 experience! Always choose that lovely cozy home again! Thanks for having us!
Sven R.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025