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Copper John, close to the Ski Fields here in the McKenzie. Quiet and private.

Cottage in Middle Valley with kitchen

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Exterior
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Dishwasher, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils, spices
Dishwasher, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils, spices

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Middle Valley, Canterbury
  • Place, Fairlie Heritage Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Fairlie Golf Course
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, McLean Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Middle Valley

This cottage places you within a 15-minute drive of Fairlie Heritage Museum and Fairlie Golf Course. The cottage includes a kitchen and an electric kettle.
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What's nearby

  • Fairlie Heritage Museum - 10 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Fairlie Golf Course - 10 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • McLean Park - 10 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve - 22 min drive - 26.0 miles
  • Geraldine Observatory - 23 min drive - 26.2 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gladstone Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Little Bean South - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Eat Deli Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Old Library Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Panorama Restaurant - ‬10 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.

Copper John, close to the Ski Fields here in the McKenzie. Quiet and private.

Quiet and Private: Perfect for couples or solo travellers who want a peaceful environment after a day of skiing or anything else. If it's winter, there are a number of ski fields close by.

We are 10 minutes from Fairlie and the Fairlie pies. 20 mins from Mt Dobson.
40 minutes from Tekapo and the beautiful Lake.
90 minutes from the majestic Aoraki / Mount Cook.

We offer a comfortable apartment with all the amenities. Laundry, full kitchen and separate lounge.

PLEASE NOTE: We have pets that include a GSD and three cats - Beware - you might have to pat them and say hello!
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and an ironing board.

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  • Washer
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Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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
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 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 is there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Middle Valley, close to Fairlie Golf Course, Fairlie Heritage Museum, and McLean Park.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

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

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Copper John, close to the Ski Fields here in the McKenzie. Quiet and private. good for couples?

Amenities at this cottage that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.

Does Copper John, close to the Ski Fields here in the McKenzie. Quiet and private. have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), which is about 22 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Copper John, close to the Ski Fields here in the McKenzie. Quiet and private.?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Copper John, close to the Ski Fields here in the McKenzie. Quiet and private..

Copper John, close to the Ski Fields here in the McKenzie. Quiet and private. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet getaway from the hustle and bustle, clean and tidy. Kitchen well equipped, would recommend and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaenor L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations. Beautiful comfortable warm cosy private location. Well stocked with utensils for cooking. Hosts were very friendly including cats. No wifi was a bit challenging and it is a 10-15 min drive from Fairlie.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter C.

Cottage Feel

Nice decor, very comfortable and sunny - even in winter. And nice and private. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Very tidy little cottage. Very happy with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very secluded spot to stay with great features
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness

3 day stay

Everything was excellent but I had not noted that there was no Wi-Fi or 4G signal at all. But everything else was perfect - very comfortable, clean, and very private.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cabin, very private. Will definitely stay again..thanks for having us..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So quiet a kilometre off the highway. A little cottage set among trees and shrubs up a gravel driveway. Two friendly dogs. German Shepherd and ? Labrador. Both understand “Go Home” and a pointing finger. Even a smart black cat later. No Wi-Fi no Lebara signal. But close to Fairlie. Lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean, secluded, self contained cabin surrounded by trees which wad lovely..
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

the cottage was idealonly drawbacks a) no wifi...b) the previous occupants had not cleaned plates and cutlery very well...c) mouldy ice cream punnet in freezer
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful garden surrounding the cabin. Well appointed kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was peaceful and immediately made me feel relaxed to overlook the hills, the cows in the nearby paddock & the trees and gardens surrounding the cabin; I wish I had spent my whole 5 days in the Fairlie/Geraldine area here. It was clean & modern, well equiped kitchen, really comfortable bed and couch, great shower, good heat pump. While there was no WiFi, sometimes in life that is good; I didn’t find it an issue. Free to air TV is available. Oh, and the visit by the beautiful dog and a very friendly and healthy looking cat that obviously are familiar with the cabin was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024