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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets
A dining area with a wooden table and clear chairs, a potted plant on the table, and a painting on the wall.
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
A covered patio with a table and chairs, a wooden fence, and a satellite dish.
Smart TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6754 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Twizel, Canterbury
  • Place, Mueller Ridge
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Ohau
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Twizel

This cottage places you within a leisurely stroll of Mueller Ridge and Twizel Town Centre. The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Mueller Ridge - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Twizel Town Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lake Ohau - 19 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 36 min drive - 24.0 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 179 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poppies Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Vier Project - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ministry of Works - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬12 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.

Relax on Rata Cottage 1

This charming cottage is the perfect place to stay while visiting Twizel.
With its homely decor and prime location just a short walk away from town, it is sure to exceed all your expectations.
Nestled next to a beautiful green belt, there is plenty of outdoor space for kids to play and adults to enjoy some sports. And don`t worry about having a larger group, because we have another cottage right next door that can be booked together for your convenience.

You will have the entire cottage to yourself, providing you with all the basic essentials for a comfortable stay.
Check out time of 10am is strict so we can ensure cleaning is completed before check in time. A late check out fee will be charged if you depart after 10am unless a late check out is arranged and agrred upon prior.
Checking out after 11AM means you incur a full days fee.

A fee of $100.00 will be charged to you as the guest if we are called out to the premises after business hours ( Business hours are 9am-3pm Monday- Friday) unless deemed not liable by our technician.
This will be charged and paid in full on arrival to the callout.
As banking deposits can take up to more than 48hours to be processed.

Smoking inside is NOT ALLOWED and will result in a $200 charge for professional cleaning.

If you book for 2 guests, a maximum of 2 beds can be used otherwise we will charge you for the use of extra linen.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Things to do

  • Golf

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 754 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

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

Rules

Check out time of 10am is strict so we can ensure cleaning is completed before check in time. A late check out fee will be charged if you depart after

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 20
Checking in and out are easy with express services.

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.
  • 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Relax On Rata, 1 Twizel
257480
Relax on Rata, Cottage 1 Twizel
Relax on Rata, Cottage 1 Private vacation home
Relax on Rata, Cottage 1 Private vacation home Twizel

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Twizel, a short 12-minute walk from Twizel Town Centre and also 11 minutes on foot from Mueller Ridge. Lake Ruataniwha is also within a driving distance of 2.1 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Relax on Rata Cottage 1?

As of Aug 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax on Rata Cottage 1 on Aug 4, 2026 start from $281, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is this cottage next 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.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Relax on Rata Cottage 1 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

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

Excellent Stay

Lovely, clean cottage. Very comfortable with everything you need. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

richard o.

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

Twizel

Twizel is a good central location for exploring the area
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SHARON H.

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

Top Quality

Warm clean comfortable a place to relax and refresh.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Starlight

The property was comfortable and well appointed. Nice to come back to after a day out at the mountains. Town services good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
the bedrooms were quite cold... might pay to have some warm duvets etc and a heater in the bedrooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

steve a.

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

Great stay

A very tidy property that was only a short walk into town. All condiments required were provided - soaps,shampoo,washing powder, DW powder, towels, flannels, rubbish bags, toilet paper. Only negatives were that there was no BBQ and no where in any cupboards to hang clothes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023