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Happy Holidays on Harris just mins from the Lake!

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A modern living room with a large TV, grey sofas, a white coffee table, and a fireplace.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a window with a view of trees.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower area.
A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Twizel, Canterbury
  • Place, Lake Ruataniwha
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Ohau
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Twizel

Located within a leisurely stroll of Lake Ruataniwha, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Mueller Ridge. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Ruataniwha - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Twizel Town Centre - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Mueller Ridge - 10 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Lake Ohau - 17 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 31 min drive - 21.7 miles

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
  • ‪Ministry of Works - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬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.

Happy Holidays on Harris just mins from the Lake!

Just minutes walk from Lake Ruataniwha and 5 minutes drive to the centre of Twizel township, this is the perfect holiday home.
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in the main house with an additional bedroom and bathroom in the sleep out (detached from the house).
While enjoying the evenings in our fabulous home you`ll have the best stargazing opportunities with very limited light pollution.
There is plenty of room for off street parking for all your cars/boats on our huge section.

Happy Holidays on Harris Offers:
Private large section with plenty of room for the whole family
Just minutes walk from Lake Ruataniwha
Large comfortable modern home

Bedding configuration;
Bedroom 1: Queen bed with ensuite
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x single bunk sets
Sleepout: 1 x double bed and 1 x single bunk set

PLEASE NOTE: The garage is not for guest use.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

109269

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Twizel within a short 14-minute walk of Lake Ruataniwha. You'll also find Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Happy Holidays on Harris just mins from the Lake!?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Happy Holidays on Harris just mins from the Lake! good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does Happy Holidays on Harris just mins from the Lake! have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Happy Holidays on Harris just mins from the Lake! have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Happy Holidays on Harris just mins from the Lake!?

Yes, every house at Happy Holidays on Harris just mins from the Lake! comes with a balcony and some offer mountain views.

Happy Holidays on Harris just mins from the Lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location, good comms. Suit 2 couples or people with kids and has a bunk room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great house, beautiful spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very easy to check in. place was clean and tidy and perfect for what we needed it for. Overall was very good and has a nice view of the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great spot.

A great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable and clean property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Twizel Stay

Nice quiet comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D

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

Peaceful cozy home with beautiful views

Lovely spacious home, great heating. Well equipped with everything needed for cooking. Great sized fridge freezer, comfy beds. Adequate heating , fire was great. Very quiet location, restful. Would be very happy to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karina v.

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

Beautiful House and Location

Thanks for having us stay, we have loved the house and location. So quiet, lovely modern house with lots of space, stars amazing. A lovely outlook to the mountains. Perfect for the family thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melody T.

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

clean and warm

clean and warm
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay J.

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

Very satisfied

The host was very quick to reply. As it was winter we arrived to a warm house with the heaters going. The house was clean and tidy and was all we needed .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Matt M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
On first impression house was ok, but soon we realised the house was absolutely filthy. Disgusting. Dust everywhere. Beds broken. Mattresses flipped upside down for some reason?. Bedding ripped and uncared for, no mattress protectors- sheets straight on mattresses. Shower moudly and clogged-wouldnt drain. Rubbish bins full and rubbish blowing across section. Closets a mess with belongings. Cutlery drawers dirty. Do not recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lloyd R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

off road adventure

There were no curtains on 2 windows in one of the bed rooms with street lights and neighbor's this is unacceptable. Carpet was marked and spiders present and marks on some walls. Soap dispenser was broken in the dishwasher. Washing filters were full and needed cleaning. Vacuum cleaner didn't work, no suction. Some blankets were stained. Bit untidy outside but apart from these issues a nice home. Needs a little TLC. Good location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shelley A.

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

Good but!

House is warm, clean and tidy. There is no table! (dining or outdoors) to sit and eat at. There is a small outdoor table in the photos however that was not there when we arrived. Not really conducive to family Christmas dinner and get together for 6 days also no clothes line. Overall good house and plenty of parking for boat and a couple of cars however for the price, a dining table would have been nice. The outdoor furniture is pretty rickety and I had to spend a while tightening all the Allen screws. We have been regular visitors to Twizel over the years and feel that this house was expensive for it offered overall.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicola R.

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

Russ / Plaistowe

Great location and place. Small refinements: A little cold in the main suite and perhaps more curtains/blinds needed on small windows in rooms. While the moon and stars are beautiful they do light up the rooms at night and no curtains caused the place to be colder. 2) no washing machine. As a travelling family and skiing we chose a house as it would give us cooking and washing facilities. We were looking forward to washing our ski and other clothes. The machine was out of order with no prior notice. This caused a few issues for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita N.

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

Beautiful house, sleep out was a added bonus!

Incredible house, very well organised and spaced out. Good quiet, private location. Plenty of space and bedding, wouldn’t recommend the bunks for adults. Sleep out was an added bonus even including a shower and toilet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathan M.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin S.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marino S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bart h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025