• Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
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Highland Farm Stay is a unique property located on a 75-acre farm, just 3.1 mi from the Twizel township. The property offers air conditioning and free WiFi. Free private parking is available on site for cars and a boat. Guests have the opportunity to stay in three different and unique private accommodations options. The one-bedroom huts feature 2 private outdoor bathtubs with hot water so that you can lie outside and soak in the bath. At night, you can gaze at the stars as the property is under the UNSECO International Dark Sky Reserve. The refurbished two-bedroom cabin is located on a fully-fenced 1 acre section of the property, which is surrounded by the larger farm. The cabin has incredible uninterrupted views of the Mackenzie landscape and has open-plan living with full kitchen facilities. There are farm animals on the property including cattle, sheep, pigs and chickens which guests are welcome to hand feed. Lake Tekapo is 27 mi from Highland Farm Stay, while Glentanner is 24 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
10
High score for Twizel
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  • Shelley
    Singapore Singapore
    Location..the room has a big window to star gaze at nite, spacious common room. Nice sit out..and even tubs to soak in hot or cold water n admire the scenery.
  • Oscar
    Australia Australia
    Feeding the animals was definitely a fun and awesome experience. Also, the starry night was beautiful as it is located in a dark sky reserve.
  • Fiona
    Australia Australia
    So lovely to stay on a farm. great to meet all the friendly animals. Had a very rewarding soak in an outdoor hot bath after our hike on the hooker valley trail. saw spectacular stars at night.

Managed by Angela

Company review score: 9.4Based on 232 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Ange and Darren warmly welcome you to Highlands Farmstay. We live on the farm with our 2 children and an abundance of animals. Darren also works full time on a farm not far from Twizel. Ange manages the accommodation and is often close to home. We love the outdoors and Twizel is perfect for us and our children. We often make the most of getting out on our boat in summer, love ski ing in winter and enjoy walking/biking year round. Obviously we love being home at the farm and hanging out with our cheeky farm animals.

Property info

Highland Farm Stay is a unique Farm Stay Experience located on a 75 acre farm just 5km from the Twizel township. Stay in our luxury Executive barn, Merino cottage or choose one of 2 Shepherds Huts The farm animals (sheep, pigs, alpacas and chickens have been hand reared, this means they welcome being hand feed by our guests. Complimentary animal feed is provided. All our accommodation has incredible uninterrupted views of the unique Mackenzie landscape. Wifi and Netflix is free of charge at all of the accommodation options. Both Huts are identical. with Skylights above the beds so that you can make the most of star gazing at the UNSECO International Dark Sky Reserve. Or perhaps you would like to soak under the stars? the executive barn boasts a two person bath, and each Hut has his and her outdoor baths for evening stargazing.

Neighborhood info

The property sits under the UNSECO International Dark Sky Reserve along with Lake Tekapo and Aoraki Mt Cook. There are fantastic walks around the twizel township, a Frisbee golf course (free frisbee's provided at the farmstay), world class fishing and numerous outdoor activities and skydive Mt cook for the adventurous. we are lucky in Twizel to boast a range of high quality cafe's and restaurants, along with all the shops you will need to supply any outdoor equipment for the weekend. Twizel township in just 5kms away from the farm (be aware the supermarkets close at 8pm during the summer season but 7pm during the off season). Aoraki Mt Cook and the Aoraki Mt Cook National Park is a 40 min drive. Ohau ski lodge is 40 mins to the carpark.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Highlands Farm Stay
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Private entrance
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Terrace
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Hiking
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Highlands Farm Stay takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    This property doesn't offer extra beds.

    The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash Highlands Farm Stay accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that there is a 3% surcharge when you pay with a credit card.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Highlands Farm Stay

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Highlands Farm Stay (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

      • 2 guests
      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Highlands Farm Stay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Highlands Farm Stay is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Highlands Farm Stay offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Highlands Farm Stay on this page.

    • Yes, Highlands Farm Stay is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Highlands Farm Stay on this page.

    • Highlands Farm Stay is 2.4 miles from the center of Twizel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Highlands Farm Stay (subject to availability) that have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.