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Our top choices for South Island vacation homes

A house with a large open porch, a garage, and a well-lit entrance.

1. Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (365 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Skyrim Lodge, with the accommodation and communication surpassing our expectations. Just a short walk to the lake and many coffee/dinner options, plus a beautiful view of the stars."
Australia
Samantha
The price is ￥44,161
￥52,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Skyrim Lodge
A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a stone wall and a sign reading "Manata Lodge."

2. Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
4.0 star property
Lower Shotover
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (200 reviews)
"Lovely stay Very comfortable Great accommodation Peaceful setting Warm and welcoming"
New Zealand
Dianne
The price is ￥25,272
￥29,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Manata Lodge
A wooden deck with a glass balustrade overlooking a scenic landscape.

3. Baldwin Street BNB

Baldwin Street BNB
3.5 star property
North East Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful area and comfortable place!"
United States
Hudson
The price is ￥7,628
￥9,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Baldwin Street BNB
A two-story house with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a bright light.

4. Oakview

Oakview
4.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Finally a 5 star accommodation thats actually 5 star! A beautiful place to stay, everything was clean and tidy, and comfortable. Super handy to all the amenities, we walked everywhere. Highly recommend, we would definitely book again."
Australia
Rosanne
The price is ￥34,718
￥39,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Oakview
Totara Lodge with a wooden sign, surrounded by trees and a mountain in the background.

5. Totara Lodge | Snow | Couple Retreat - ML97564

Totara Lodge | Snow | Couple Retreat - ML97564
Mount Lyford Village
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"What a beautifully appointed cottage! Great for a couples get-away."
New Zealand
Annalisa R.
The price is ￥21,343
￥31,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Totara Lodge | Snow | Couple Retreat - ML97564
A stone building with a sloped roof, surrounded by grass and rocks, with mountains in the background.

6. Lake View | 2BR with Fireplace + Hot Tub + BBQ

Lake View | 2BR with Fireplace + Hot Tub + BBQ
Lake Tekapo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"The property was well located for our travel needs. The property was comfortable."
United States
David
The price is ￥97,517
￥112,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Lake View | 2BR with Fireplace + Hot Tub + BBQ
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a metal fence and a grassy area.

7. Free Wifi/Breakfast,clean,private studio Greymouth

Free Wifi/Breakfast,clean,private studio Greymouth
Paroa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great place to stay so quiet not far to all the sight seeing lovely hoast very lovely people "
New Zealand
lynne g.
The price is ￥10,636
￥14,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Free Wifi/Breakfast,clean,private studio Greymouth
A church with a stone facade, a pitched roof, and a cross on top.

8. The Church at FOX

The Church at FOX
4.0 star property
Fox Glacier
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great stay at the Church at FOX. Spacious, clean with good amenities and location. "
Canada
Stefanie
The price is ￥37,805
￥43,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Church at FOX
Front of property

9. Mountain View Lodge

Mountain View Lodge
4.0 star property
Dalefield
The price is ￥27,471
￥31,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Mountain View Lodge
A modern cabin with large windows, a wooden exterior, and a patio area with chairs and a table.

10. Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away

Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away
Tarras
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"We stayed here for a wedding 5 minutes away in Tarras. It was a perfect location for us. Amazingly roomy space with clever layout. Very private, we didn't actually meet the hosts."
New Zealand
Derry S.
The price is ￥17,385
￥23,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away
A modern building with a metal roof, large glass windows, and a covered outdoor area with furniture.

11. Modern 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday home. Unlimited wifi

Modern 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday home. Unlimited wifi
Twizel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (124 reviews)
"Very clean, beautiful home, located in Twizel, which for its size offered a surprisingly diverse range of restaurants and cafes. "
United States
Chris M.
The price is ￥33,682
￥64,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Modern 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday home. Unlimited wifi
A hot spring with a stone pool, wooden lounge chairs, and a forested mountain backdrop.

12. Little Birch | 2BR | Walk to Lake + Church

Little Birch | 2BR | Walk to Lake + Church
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"Loved the location on a beautiful street. Fantastic layout with 2 bedrooms both with own bathrooms which is great for groups travelling together. Great location close to lake, shops and Church of the Good Shepherd. All you need for self catering. Highly recommended."
Australia
William
The price is ￥66,867
￥85,037 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Little Birch | 2BR | Walk to Lake + Church
A beach with pebbles and driftwood.

13. Cameron's Beach Front

Cameron's Beach Front
Camerons
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (269 reviews)
"Property better than advertised. Great location, awesome sunsets. Lovely hosts."
Australia
Shane
The price is ￥11,966
￥15,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Cameron's Beach Front
A kitchen with a gas stove and a view of a green landscape through a window.

14. Franz Josef Villa, Stunning Mountain/Lake Views

Franz Josef Villa, Stunning Mountain/Lake Views
Franz Josef
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Very spacious and clean, comfy beds, quiet area"
Australia
Shirley T.
The price is ￥35,897
￥52,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Franz Josef Villa, Stunning Mountain/Lake Views
A modern building with a grey and white facade, a covered entrance, and a small garden area.

15. Central Christchurch Townhouse - 2 Bed, 2 Bath - Includes Car Park

Central Christchurch Townhouse - 2 Bed, 2 Bath - Includes Car Park
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Nice clean apartment in good location, record player was a nice touch. "
Australia
Isaac
The price is ￥23,045
￥36,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Central Christchurch Townhouse - 2 Bed, 2 Bath - Includes Car Park
A sign for 'The 21 Lake House on Pollock' with a modern building in the background.

16. The Lake House on Pollock, LakeTekapo

The Lake House on Pollock, LakeTekapo
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Love the property and the lake view. The house is huge. Will book again in the future"
United States
Xiaozhe W.
The price is ￥124,090
￥138,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
The Lake House on Pollock, LakeTekapo
A rocky shoreline with a boat on the water and hills in the background.

17. Peaceful piece of Paradise

Peaceful piece of Paradise
Wainui
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Great hosts and great location!"
United States
Annika M.
The price is ￥15,875
￥24,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Peaceful piece of Paradise
A patio area with outdoor furniture, including sofas and a round table, surrounded by a gravel surface and a dark fence.

18. Beautiful Haven Near Airport!

Beautiful Haven Near Airport!
Bishopdale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Very nice spot close to airport, easy to get to and had everything we needed. Would stay again"
United States
Silas F.
The price is ￥18,188
￥25,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Beautiful Haven Near Airport!
A balcony with a wooden table and chair, overlooking a lake and mountains.

19. Modern One Bedroom Apartment with Lake View

Modern One Bedroom Apartment with Lake View
3.5 star property
Fernhill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Gorgeous little unit in a quiet area. Stylishly decorated, beautifully clean and met all our needs."
Australia
Shane
The price is ￥42,471
￥55,933 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Modern One Bedroom Apartment with Lake View
A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape, a mounted animal skull on the wall, and a television on a wooden stand.

20. South West Country Retreat. Located just 5 minutes from Te Anau.

South West Country Retreat. Located just 5 minutes from Te Anau.
Te Anau
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Great location, very clean, comfy beds and couches, had an excellent stay"
Canada
Michael
The price is ￥26,591
￥43,875 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
South West Country Retreat. Located just 5 minutes from Te Anau.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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"Would have been nice with a welcome bottle or two of water, or small microwave in the room. Otherwise a great stay and an awesome view, thanks."
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South Island Vacation Homes information

Number of reviews
1,159
Accommodation
699 Vacation Homes
Lowest Price
￥9,795
Highest Price
￥138,272