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Star Cottage

3.0 star property
Cottages with kitchenettes, near Lake Tekapo

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Star Cottage - Alpha | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Star Cottage - Alpha | Private kitchenette | Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
41 Aorangi Cres, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999
  • Dark Sky Project
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Church of the Good Shepherd
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Tekapo Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬

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Room options

Star Cottage - Beta

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Star Cottage - Alpha

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Lake Tekapo

Star Cottage places you within a 10-minute stroll of Dark Sky Project and Cowans Hill Walkway. The 2 rooms at this 3-star cottage include kitchenettes, microwaves, and electric kettles.

What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sheepdog Statue - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tekapo Springs - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Mount John Observatory - 20 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dark Sky Project - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mackenzie's Stonegrill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kohan Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Reflections Cafe & Restaurant - ‬7 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.

Star Cottage

Cottages with kitchenettes, near Lake Tekapo
Star Cottage features free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
All 2 air-conditioned accommodations feature kitchenettes and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. 32-inch TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Accommodations also include electric kettles.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [4 Simpson Lane]
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Star Cottage Cottage
Star Cottage Lake Tekapo
Star Cottage Cottage Lake Tekapo

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Star Cottage?

Star Cottage offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Star Cottage?

This cottage is located in Lake Tekapo, a short 14-minute walk from Church of the Good Shepherd and also 15 minutes on foot from Sheepdog Statue. You'll also find Cowans Hill Walkway and Maclaren Footbridge less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Does Star Cottage feature a casino at the property?

No, Star Cottage doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Star Cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Star Cottage good for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette and a rainfall showerhead as well as a firepit.

Does Star Cottage have a hot tub?

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

Does Star Cottage feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Star Cottage doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Star Cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Star Cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Star Cottage?

No, at Star Cottage, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Star Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location. Close to town, yet quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great communication for contactless entry. Had all the amenities that we needed and was very comfortable and warm. Very walkable also to get to the sites, ie Church of the Good Shepherd and Tekapo Springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021