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Original Twizel Bach - Pet Friendly

Vacation home in Twizel

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Exterior detail
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Twizel, Canterbury
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mueller Ridge
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Ruataniwha
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Twizel

Located within a 5-minute walk of Twizel Town Centre, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Mueller Ridge. This vacation home welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mueller Ridge - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Lake Pukaki - 9 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Lake Ohau - 30 min drive - 15.8 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Top Hut - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Musterers Hut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ministry of Works - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Original Twizel Bach - Pet Friendly

Welcome to our bach in the heart of Twizel, New Zealand. Nestled in the beautiful Mackenzie Basin, Twizel is a hidden gem known for its stunning landscapes, clear skies, and proximity to some of the most incredible natural wonders the South Island has to offer.

A warm and classic kiwi batch, designed to help you make the most of your time in this stunning region. Just a short stroll from the town center, you’ll find yourself perfectly positioned to explore all that Twizel has to offer, from local cafes and shops to the nearby lakes, walking trails and even bike trials.

In the winter you'll find the house warm thanks to a log fire. In the summer the large lawn space allows ample space for warm summer evening s outdoor. Plenty of space for tents, caravans, boats and off street parking.

Our pet friendly Bach is safe and secure for small and large animals. We have installed a small dog and cat friendly door for easy indoor and outdoor access. Even the most determined escape artists will find it impossible to slip through. Your pets are warmly welcomed to relax and feel at home indoors and outdoors.

Twizel is a gateway to some of New Zealand's most breathtaking sights. Spend your days exploring the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki, gazing at the majestic Mount Cook, or cycling along the Alps 2 Ocean trail. And when night falls, the clear skies offer some of the best stargazing opportunities in the world.

Whether you're here for a weekend getaway or a longer stay, our batch is the perfect base for creating lasting memories with your loved ones. We can’t wait to welcome you to Twizel.

Each bed has a light blanket, mattress protector and pillow. All linen, towels etc will need to be provided by guests. Due to needing to supply your own linen this Bach may not be suitable for oversea’s traveler’s.
The vacation home is heated and features 2 bathrooms and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home in Twizel is within a 10-minute walk of Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge. Lake Ruataniwha is also within a driving distance of 2.3 mi.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Does Original Twizel Bach - Pet Friendly have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Original Twizel Bach - Pet Friendly?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Original Twizel Bach - Pet Friendly.

Reviews

Original Twizel Bach - Pet Friendly Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lachy M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Got caught out not having our linen. Central location close to shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mic M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Johnathan T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
We ask if there was a BBQ and was told there is one but it was due to be replaced should of been replaced along time ago. We went to use it and it was covered in fat and rust, the bunners were rusted out and the gas hose o ring was all cracked. Was really unhappy as we planned on having a BBQ dinner and couldn't. Next problem was the fire place we had to have to door open to get the fire to work as soon as we closed the door it went out. The wood was wet and took ages to light had to dry the next pieces out on top of the fire before putting it in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love Twizel

Love twizel, beautiful place to stay.This wee bach was perfect. Easy to find, plenty of room for the dogs, close to the shopping centre. The fire was so cosy.Thanks for having us and i hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great and central lovely hosts

Lovely hosts that accommodated our changes and was exactly how it looked online - thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ray b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway fishing break

What a gr8, basic, kiwi bach!. Everything that we needed and was as described. Well insulated and easy to keep warm with log fire and heater. Brilliant shower. And dog friendly. Well done and thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing & quiet stay

Single beds a bit uncomfortable.No TV - possibly due to a freeview satellite upgrade?Otherwise worked well for us.Would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

stevenson m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

On point with location etc
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

clive s.

Liked: Cleanliness

fishing weekend in twizel

The property suited our needs perfectly. Only thing we could have done with is a hot tub as we were aching like hell but you cant have everything :}. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Grant D.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great base for visiting Twizel

Warm, cozy , great shower! Everything we needed for a two night stay. Perfect for pets, well fenced. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Aurora hotspot

Handy and comfortable place to stay while we chased Aurora.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Great bach that has everything you need for a holiday
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney H.

Liked: Cleanliness

great location

Had everything we needed , close to supermarket , nice private aera for drinks and a barbe
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Twizel

Great place to stay at
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Pierre

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Booked it for 2 nights , 5 of us 1.5 toilet roll provided , no laundry detergent , No wifi , no table or chair outside Pretty average to be honest , the place is cheap to rent and pet friendly apart from that not a lot of bang for your bucks , at least four square made some extra cash selling us toilet rolls ! good for the local economy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Probably ok for the price

Overall ok for our stayTV not working was disappointing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Constanze S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

cozy? Not at all

Poor. It is actually outrageous to offer such accommodation under this name. Only the bathroom was actually renovated and corresponded to the expectations that one can expect as a tourist in New Zealand for this price. Everything else, the beds, the kitchen equipment, the furniture, the broken window pane in the kitchen, the torn curtains on the window and the overall impression of the accommodation were really miserable and, in retrospect, off-putting for us. The fact that travelers have to bring their own bed linen is also unacceptable. Only the ancient radio with decent music helped us to put up with it for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

nothing fancy but good old kiwi bach

This is a place you need to bring your own bedding (which we had) and towels (which we forgot :-) ) It was good value for money. We did not have internet. I am not sure if that could have been arranged. We stayed as a couple with my brother but we think it might be also a really nice place for a family. It is easy walking to the town center. We would come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

great property

would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we needed

We only ended up spending 8 hours here after getting in late and leaving early the next day. Good location, clean and great that it was dog friendly! Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Tania A.

Disliked: Cleanliness

One night stay

The host was great with communication in terms of how to access the property and it was in a great location. However we noticed that there were crumbs on the beds, no toilet paper, a dirty towel in the bathroom and a dirty sheet underneath one of the beds. This maybe due to the cleaner not doing their job properly. There was also a large crack in the kitchen window. Overall this place was very run down and in need of a good spring clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ml W.

Great for family

Nice experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024