• Entire home
  • 2691 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace

Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo offers self-contained accommodation in Lake Tekapo. This holiday home boasts a terrace and BBQ facilities. Guests can enjoy lake and mountain views. Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo Holiday Home is just 15 minutes' walk from the famous turquoise water of Lake Tekapo. It is within 10 minutes walk of local shops, and 5 minutes' drive from the historic Church of the Good Shepherd. This holiday home offers a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a dishwasher. The lounge area includes a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. The private bathroom features a shower and a bathtub. When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of $30 per pet, per stay applies. This can be paid on arrival. If you wish to bring more than one pet please contact the host.

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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

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
4 bunk beds
Bedroom 3:
3 single beds
Bedroom 4:
2 double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.7
High score for Lake Tekapo
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Hina
    Australia Australia
    The location was perfect, very close to the supermarket and the restaurents. Very supportive host.
  • Pauline
    Singapore Singapore
    Nice view, perfect location, well equipped kitchen and laundry room.
  • Dj010
    Australia Australia
    Good location. The best lake and snow mountain view. Very clean. A lot of space and beds.

Managed by Discover Tekapo Accommodation

Company review score: 9.4Based on 2,769 reviews from 58 properties
58 managed properties

Company information

Our team at Discover Tekapo has a vision to match our guests with the best luxury, romantic, or retro 70's style accommodation that Tekapo has to offer. We all live, work, and raise our families in Tekapo and we know well what makes this area so special. We look forward to sharing our local knowledge and assisting our guests with all aspects of their stay.

Property information

Set high on a hillside above Tekapo village, Takapō Escape has been especially designed to comfortably accommodate two families in four bedrooms, including baby in a lovely wooden cot. It boasts a spacious, sunny living and dining area with big doors opening out to a deck across the front of the house. An outdoor BBQ, chairs and table means you can relax and soak up the alpine air, and stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains. The perfect spot to enjoy Tekapo’s renowned night sky! The house has two heat pumps, lots of games, puzzles and toys for the children, plus a table tennis table, several bikes and a full bookshelf for your enjoyment. Bedrooms: * Queen bed + ensuite bathroom * Queen bed with baby cot * Queen bed with single bunk bed above, + set of bunks (2 single beds) * 2 sets of bunks (4 single beds) By prior agreement ONLY, pet-friendly Takapō Escape also welcomes well-behaved dogs, so your whole family can enjoy the break (not fenced). Please enquire. Only a 10 minute walk to the village centre and lake front.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Alarm clock
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Shared toilet
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • DVD player
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Electric blankets
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Horse riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Table tennis
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Landmark view
    • Mountain view
    • Lake view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00

    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 2 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

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    NZD 10 per child, per night

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    1 cot available upon request.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash is not accepted Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo 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 23:00 and 06:00.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

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

    Please inform Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo 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 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    FAQs about Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo

    • Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Table tennis
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding

    • Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo is 550 yards from the centre of Lake Tekapo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 4 bedrooms

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

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo on this page.

    • Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo can accommodate the following group size:

      • 13 guests

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

    • Yes, Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Takapō Escape - Lake Tekapo is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.