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The South Island of New Zealand, known as Te Waipounamu, offers a captivating blend of natural beauty and vibrant culture, making it an ideal travel destination. As the largest island in New Zealand, it boasts diverse landscapes from the majestic Southern Alps to the serene Canterbury Plains. Visitors can explore top attractions such as Aoraki / Mount Cook, the highest peak in New Zealand, and the stunning Fiordland National Park, home to the famous Milford Sound.

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Hemsworth Estate
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Guesthouse in Ashburton · 103.71 km from centre

10.0

 

1 review

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With a stay at Hemsworth Estate in Ashburton (Elgin), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Historic Art Gallery and Museum and Ashburton Aviation Museum. This guesthouse is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Ashburton Domain and 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum.

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Windhaven Bed & Breakfast
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Bed and breakfast in Canterbury, Duntroon · 103.90 km from centre

9.6

 

123 reviews

Windhaven Bed & Breakfast features accommodations in Duntroon. This 5-star bed and breakfast offers luggage storage space and daily room service. There's a sun terrace and guests can make use of free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station.

At the bed and breakfast, the units have a outdoor furniture. There's also a well-equipped kitchenette in some units equipped with a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with bed linen and towels.

Guests are welcome to relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request.

There is a garden with a barbecue at this property, and guests can go skiing and cycling nearby.

Richard Pearse Airport is 81 miles from the property.

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High Country Villa 238 - Terrace Downs Resort
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Apartment in Canterbury, Windwhistle · 104.20 km from centre

8.8

 

9 reviews

High Country Villa 238 - Terrace Downs Resort offers accommodations in Windwhistle, 10 miles from Mount Hutt and 24 miles from Mt. Hutt. This apartment offers free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the apartment.

The air-conditioned apartment consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Guests may eat at the on-site restaurant.

Porters is 28 miles from High Country Villa 238 - Terrace Downs Resort. Christchurch International Airport is 47 miles from the property.

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High Country Villa 250 - Terrace Downs
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Apartment in Canterbury, Windwhistle · 104.20 km from centre

8.0

 

7 reviews

High Country Villa 250 - Terrace Downs is located in Windwhistle, just 10 miles from Mount Hutt and 24 miles from Mt. Hutt. This apartment provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the apartment.

The air-conditioned apartment consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Porters is 28 miles from High Country Villa 250 - Terrace Downs. Christchurch International Airport is 47 miles away.

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High Country Villa 239 - Canterbury Terrace Downs
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Villa in Canterbury, Hororata · 104.20 km from centre

8.7

 

29 reviews

High Country Villa 239 - Canterbury Terrace Downs offers accommodations in Hororata, 28 miles from Porters. With free private parking, the property is 10 miles from Mount Hutt and 24 miles from Mt. Hutt. Outdoor seating is also available at the villa.

With free Wifi, this 3-bedroom villa offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are offered in the villa. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Christchurch International Airport is 47 miles from the property.

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Terrace Downs 2 Bedroom Apartment
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Apartment in Canterbury, Windwhistle · 104.20 km from centre

9.0

 

31 reviews

Terrace Downs 2 Bedroom Apartment is located in Windwhistle, just 10 miles from Mount Hutt and 24 miles from Mt. Hutt. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

This air-conditioned 2-bedroom apartment comes with a seating area, a satellite flat-screen TV, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Windwhistle, like skiing, fishing, and hiking.

Porters is 28 miles from Terrace Downs 2 Bedroom Apartment. The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 47 miles from the accommodation.

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Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery
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Hotel in Canterbury, Windwhistle · 104.20 km from centre

9.4

 

99 reviews

Breakfast available

Located in Windwhistle, Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery is on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Rakaia Gorge and Rakaia Gorge Walkway. This golf hotel is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Washpen Falls and 24 mi (38.7 km) from Mount Hutt Skifield.

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Woodlands Green
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Guest house in Canterbury, Mitcham · 107.13 km from centre

Featuring a garden, Woodlands Green features accommodations in Mitcham. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

There is a seating area, a dining area, and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Christchurch International Airport is 43 miles from the property.

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Wonderland Makarora Lodge
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Lodge in Otago, Makarora · 107.39 km from centre

7.8

 

185 reviews

When you stay at Wonderland Makarora Lodge in Makarora, you'll be on the riverwalk, you'll be a 9-minute drive from Lake Wānaka. This lodge is within the region of Mount Victor and Mount Brewster.

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Mountainview Makarora Accommodation
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Motel in Otago, Makarora · 107.47 km from centre

8.7

 

101 reviews

Offering free WiFi, Mountainview Makarora Accommodations is located in Makarora. Complete with a refrigerator, the dining area also has an electric kettle. Private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. You can enjoy mountain view from the room. Extras include a washing machine and bed linen.

At Mountainview Makarora Accommodations you will find a garden. Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, fishing and hiking. The property offers free parking.

The motel is 11 mi from Mt Aspiring National Park.

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Paramata Lodge
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Lodge in West Coast, Kakapotahi · 108.65 km from centre

9.0

 

25 reviews

Offering garden views, Paramata Lodge in Kakapotahi has accommodations, a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

There's a private bathroom with shower in every unit, along with free toiletries, a hairdryer and bathrobes.

A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is served at the property.

Hokitika Airport is 24 miles from the property.

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Gunyah Country Estate
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Guesthouse in Canterbury, Windwhistle · 114.76 km from centre

9.0

 

42 reviews

Breakfast available

Located in Windwhistle, Gunyah Country Estate is on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Hororata Golf Club and Rakaia Gorge. This family-friendly guesthouse is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Rakaia Gorge Walkway and 13.7 mi (22 km) from Washpen Falls.

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Ross Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
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Cabin in West Coast, Ross · 115.76 km from centre

9.2

 

18 reviews

With a stay at Ross Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park in Ross, you'll be 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Ross Goldfields Information & Heritage Centre and 10.7 mi (17.1 km) from Westcoast Treetop Walk. This cabin is within the region of Hokitika Gorge.

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Haast River Motels & Holiday Park
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Holiday park in West Coast, Haast · 115.99 km from centre

8.6

 

616 reviews

With a stay at Haast River Motels & Holiday Park in Haast, you'll be in the mountains, just a 3-minute walk from Haast Visitor Centre and a 1-minute drive from Aotearoa Gemstones. This holiday park is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Haast Beach and 3.8 mi (6 km) from Waita Beach.

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ASURE Aspiring Court Motel
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Motel in West Coast, Haast · 116.18 km from centre

8.6

 

504 reviews

Set among peaceful bushland, ASURE Aspiring Court Motel is perfectly positioned to explore the town of Haast. Guests can relax in comfortable accommodations featuring a flat-screen TV with cable channels.

Aspiring Court Motel is centrally located to Haast’s attractions including bird watching, fishing, jet boat rides and nature tours. Lake Moeraki is a 25-minute drive away. The motel is a 2-hour drive from Wanaka and a 3.5-hour drive from Queenstown.

All heated rooms feature a dining area, toaster, microwave and fridge. The private bathroom has free toiletries and a hairdryer. Some rooms have a stovetop.

Guests enjoy BBQ facilities, free parking and laundry facilities.

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Heritage Park Lodge
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Lodge in West Coast, Haast · 116.19 km from centre

8.0

 

153 reviews

With a stay at Heritage Park Lodge in Haast, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Haast Visitor Centre and Te Wahipounamu. This lodge is 4.3 mi (7 km) from Haast Beach.

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Danseys Pass Lavender Farm
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Farm stay in Canterbury, Tokarahi · 117.43 km from centre

9.7

 

26 reviews

Providing an open-air bath, Danseys Pass Lavender Farm provides accommodations in Tokarahi. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The farm stay has an outdoor fireplace and a sauna.

The farm stay also provides guests with a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a toaster, and a fridge, as well as bathrobes. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Guests at the farm stay can enjoy a continental breakfast.

Guests at Danseys Pass Lavender Farm will be able to enjoy activities in and around Tokarahi, like cycling, fishing, and hiking. The farm stay has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors.

Richard Pearse Airport is 93 miles away.

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Danseys Pass Lavender Dome Stay
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Luxury tent in Canterbury, Livingstone · 117.43 km from centre

10.0

 

24 reviews

Danseys Pass Lavender Dome Stay is a recently renovated luxury tent in Livingstone where guests can make the most of the garden and barbecue facilities. Built in 2024, the property includes sauna and hot tub. There's a picnic area and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking.

The luxury tent also features a well-equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher, a microwave, and a toaster, as well as bathrobes. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating, and a private bathroom.

Guests at the luxury tent will be able to enjoy activities in and around Livingstone, like cycling.

Richard Pearse Airport is 93 miles from the property.

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HighTree Chalets
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Luxury tent in Otago, Peebles · 119.49 km from centre

9.7

 

124 reviews

HighTree Chalets provides accommodations in Peebles. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The luxury tent features lake views and an outdoor fireplace.

Each unit has air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a well-equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, oven, toaster, and a fridge. A stovetop and kitchenware are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the luxury tent, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Guests at the luxury tent will be able to enjoy activities in and around Peebles, like fishing. The luxury tent has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors.

Richard Pearse Airport is 58 miles from the property.

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Haast Beach Motel
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Motel in West Coast, Haast · 119.49 km from centre

9.0

 

1,210 reviews

Offering studio rooms for 1 or 2 people and family rooms for up to 6 people, this property includes rooms with cooking facilities and private bathrooms. Free parking is available on-site.

Located in a quiet, rural setting your motel room is a couple of minutes walk through the sand dunes to the majestic Haast Beach, a wonderful place to watch the sun setting over the Tasman Ocean.

Local restaurants are a few minutes drive away.

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