• Entire home
  • 753 ft² size
  • Mountain view
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking on site

Set in Lake Tekapo, this air-conditioned holiday home is situated 42 km from Twizel. The property is 43 km from Mount Cook Village and free private parking is featured. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave and there is a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in this self-catering accommodation.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Lake Tekapo, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for Lake Tekapo
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  • Chris
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location, well equipped kitchen, hosts were helpful and easy to communicate with.
  • Gabriele
    Italy Italy
    Really friendly host. Very clean. Very quiet. We appreciated the Spa and the Jacuzzi.
  • Renata
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The location is perfect, with fantastic view and calming quietness. It's old-fashioned in a good way, like a living mini museum with its own aesthetic and historical value.

Managed by tekapo1929

Company review score: 8.7Based on 43 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I very enjoy the peaceful life in Lake Tekapo, hiking at Mount John and have a coffee at the top of the mountain, life could be so slow, most excited thing is observe the star in the night, photograph stars very often. best luxury, romantic, or retro 70's style accommodation that Tekapo has to offer.

Property information

Located at the gorgeous lakefront, the old and elegant house- Starry Unit has been situated there since 1929.It is one of the town’s original properties which is luxuriously decorated with nostalgic feeling inside. The vintage décor along with the newly renovated breakfast bar make a perfect combination of “modern and rustic”. Looking from the large glass windows in the living area, you can view the turquoise-blue lake and majestic south Alpine mountains right at your front. Apart from the million-dollars view, Starry Unit also provides you with great convenience. Short walk distance to the Church of Good Shepherd and Tekapo village centre where you can find different shops, restaurants and an array of outdoor activities. Starry unit offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, a breakfast bar and separate living and dining area. The booking starts with 2 people. If you would like to use our breakfast bar, please remember: simple cook only.

Neighbourhood information

Lake Tekapo is renowned for it's stunning night sky, beautiful scenery and unbeatable climate! The area offers a wide range of activities throughout the year, including star gazing, walking, skiing, boating, hot pools, horse trekking, scenic flights, golf, ice skating.

Languages spoken

English,Chinese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Tekapo 1929 - Starry Unit
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Air conditioning
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Semi-detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese

House rules

Tekapo 1929 - Starry Unit takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 18:00

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

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 15 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Eftpos JCB Cash is not accepted Tekapo 1929 - Starry Unit 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

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card / overseas visitors.

All requests for arrival after 18:00 are subject to confirmation by the property. Otherwise, a surcharge of NZD 25 will apply for arrivals after check-in hours.

Please inform Tekapo 1929 - Starry Unit in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.