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Spacious and cosy, bush setting

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
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Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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St Arnaud, Saint Arnaud
  • Classic Boat Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Nelson Lakes National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lake Rotoiti
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious and cosy, bush setting

Excellent location for lake activities and bush walks.
This bach is one of the closest to the the lake in St Arnaud.
Also convenient for more adventurous tramping expeditions.
Located on the edge of Nelson Lakes National Park.
Warm, spacious living in a solidly constructed bach with peaceful surroundings.
Efficient woodburner and also electric heaters.
Includes WiFi internet.
Adequate parking for car and boat.

Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$75.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Classic Boat Museum. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 8 minutes on foot from Classic Boat Museum and a 4-minute drive from Nelson Lakes National Park
Spacious and cosy, bush setting offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Spacious and cosy, bush setting Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness

great old style bach

Owner was very easy to communicate with and helpful. Great place and location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ally A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous kiwi bach

A fabulous property so close to the lake. A magic location and setting. Clean, tidy and well equipped. Thank you for a very brief but fabulous stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seb K.

Liked: Cleanliness

great place

great spot near the lake and walks. fire was set up and ready to start when we arrived!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying in this batch, it is warm with the fire going & perfect for the kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful comfy stay

We spent a long weekend in this warm, cozy and immaculate property with all needed amenities. It is very close to the beautiful lake and highly accessible walking trails. Our hosts were gracious and communicative and we would certainly stay here again when next in the neighborhood.

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Toastmasters Conference

A good getaway from snorers at our otherwise dormitory accommodation. Clean as, convenient, uncomplicated and close to lake. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

EVAN B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Getaway

perfect mid century vibe in this quiet beautiful location

6/10 Okay

Bren D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Old bach in wooded setting

An old wooden bach in a great location. Well insulated and easy to heat with a woodburner. Bedding options less than ideal (no mattress cover and thin towels), aged furniture, some in need of repair. Plenty of hot water (new tank) but no shower gel for the shower. New oven and fridge but very old utensils (some in need of replacement) and a non-functioning toaster. Great close access to the lake and the lakeside walks. With thoughtful and careful input this could be an excellent bach.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness

A real kiwi Bach.

We will be back. Thanks 😊

8/10 Good

Bruce E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very peaceful and relaxing

We loved our time in St Arnards
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Zeean B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great kiwi bach

Great kiwi bach nestled in the bush. Well appointed with everything we needed for a great weekend away.

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic getaway

Can't recommend highly enough. We had a great stay :).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hamish T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Place Both in the Sun and the Rain

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. St Arnaud is a familiar stamping ground that we have fond memories of. It was great to get back and experience the place, do the outdoor things when the sun shone, and do indoor things when it rained. The bach is nicely located with easy access to the lake and peninsula walk. It is also a great base to go mountain biking from. On the days it rained, there was plenty of space to play board games, and the large window seats were fantastic for blobbing out on or watching the rain and the shifting clouds across Mt Robert. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

greg, wellington nz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great retro feel, lovely bush setting, good wi-fi and books
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ngarie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great kiwi bach by the lake

Enjoyable stay to visit the Rainbow ski area. very warm house, lots of furniture and enough space for 2 familys. wifi a bonus! 1 minute walk to the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Mountain Stay

Such a lovely, rustic house, set amongst birds and bush! Excellent Communication. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Excellent get away accomodation, very quiet and relaxing. House was surprisingly warm.

Would recommend this property because of price, rustic atmosphere and the feeling of remoteness.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Bryan H.

Great escape

A real home away from home. Fantastic bird life.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lois P.

A lovely Kiwi Bach

The Bach was exactly as advertised, the bellbirds all around a bonus, and a quick 1 minute through the bush to the lake. Perfect spot for a couple of days walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Chris R.

as below

practical accommodation close to the lake, had everything for a comfortable stay, wold definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Kemp M.

Nice Bach for a stay close to Lake Rotoiti

Comfy Bach. Good value. Good location for walking to the Lake, store and Clinkers cafe. Woke up to the native birds singing which was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Christina H., Motueka, New Zealand

Quiet, comfy

This was one of the quietest places we've ever stayed--very peaceful and restful. The woodburner (wood provided) worked great and we enjoyed our nights by the fire playing games (there are lots of board games). We didn't use the wifi, but it was nice to know it was there if needed. The views of trees from every window (including lying in the bathtub) were lovely. Although not fancy, this home has everything you need for a great holiday. The town of St. Arnaud is just a short walk away, and so is the beautiful lake. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018