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Lake access house rentals

Relax and Reconnect in Otematata - Sleeps up to 9!
Fantastic spot to enjoy the amazing location around the lakes and McKenzie District and of course Maadi Cup! A great house that had everything we needed in a very quiet and scenic place.

Down Time At Lake Ohau
We had a fantastic stay! The house was spacious, super clean and the kitchen was very well stocked. It’s a 20 min drive to Twizel and any store but we didn’t mind the drive because it’s so beautiful! The neighborhood is quiet and remote. But a good location for exploring the surrounding area. The only disappointing thing was the house being oriented completely opposite of the lake views. The main windows in the living rooms opened to the street and the bedrooms in the back of the house had tiny windows that faced the lake. The garage in back also blocks the lake view. The main bedroom did have a window facing the lake but you can’t take advantage of it due to the next door neighbor living in a bus about 10 feet from the window. So for privacy, the curtains needed to be closed. But despite the strange orientation of the house, everything was smooth, pristine and comfortable. And even though the main windows faced the street side, the front patio was landscaped for some privacy.

Fox Cottage
We made a huge mistake when only booking this place for part of our stay. My thought was to jump around the South Island with my family at a couple stops. Had I known it was this awesome, then I would’ve booked our whole time at Anna’s. This place is exactly what my family loves. The kids will definitely be complaining about where we stay next. This property is AWESOME.

Lake Escape-stunning views and close to town
Loved our stay here. Super convenient location with lake view. Sally was really responsive and friendly as well, thanks for the amazing stay!

Star Gazing Retreat-1 Min Drive 15min walk to Lake
We really enjoyed our stay. The outdoor fire pit was wonderful, the place was very well stocked, and very peaceful.

Backcountry hut with a modern twist
This place is amazing! We loved our stay, the place is very well equipped, and nicely decorated. The environment is very peaceful and we loved the Lake Ohau. Would love to stay there again.

Frog Lodge - Enjoy Comfort & Style in Otematata
We absolutely loved staying at Jan’s place. Such a great location, with so many places nearby to visit. One day we visited Oamaru and the next Mt Cook. The geological sites near Kurow-Duntroon were amazing. The lakes are gorgeous, I only wish I brought my bike with me. Our dog also loved Jan’s place as she was safe and secure in the fully fenced gorgeous garden.

The Retreat
Amazing “cottage” with modern touches and plenty of room for my family and cousins family to spread out and enjoy the space after hours of hiking. Would not hesitate coming again.
Lake access apartment rentals

Otematata Lakeside Apartment Unit B5
Nice place, lots of room. I have stayed in several of the units in this location and this was the nicest one and the largest

Kingfisher Lodge
Nice and clean. Just that we had a shock when we see there are other people in the house and other car when we return. Just to realize they are not able to access other part of house other than the studio room they are in. The studio room is in the same house, just that its door to the main house is locked and it has its own entrance. The listing did clearly list out that a studio room is attached. Just that we never expect that studio room is part of the house, not any externally link unit. Anywhere, the house is great. We just have to keep our volume down not to affect our “neighbour”.

Stellar Apartment 4bedroom
A fabulous home and each room having a bathroom was a real bonus. Very easy instructions for our stay, the home was very clean and a handy location to the shops, restaurants and lake. Highly recommend

Lake Pukaki 1 Bedroom Family Apartment
Anna and Mike were amazing! We asked for an early check-in, and although guests were there before, they let us know when we could arrive after they cleaned. Their place was pristine and tranquil. They were patient and flexible as well as I remembered the wrong check-out time and let us take our time. It's a little outside of Twizel, but this place was preferable for us. I recommend it if you like a more peaceful stay.

Lakeview Tekapo Luxury House
Lovely and comfortable house

Stellar 1 Bedroom Apartment C
Beautiful and new apartment close to lake Tekapo. Private parking and nice backyard to watch the dark night stars in Tekapo. Very recommended!

Brand new 2 bedroom apartment, parking included
The photos may not be the best representatives as the room looked much better/newer than in the photos. Very easy check-in instructions. Highly recommended!
Lake access cottage rentals

Beech Cottage | Lake Tekapo
Fabulous location. Beautiful walk along the lake to the Church and township. We loved being able to light a fire after watching the stars on a clear, cool night.

Stargazer’s Luxury Retreat
David is a super host - check in was super easy. Beautifully kept place, peaceful and private with great views of Lake Tekapo and the stars! 5 stars - recommend highly.

St Elmo's Farm Cottage
Great house to stay in Fairlie. Great location and views. House is well equipped and comfortable. Great hosts thank you.

Kowhai Cottages - Rustic Charm & Stargazing Oasis
Couldn’t recommend high enough. The perfect cottage, every detail is thought out, the beds are incredibly comfortable. We could have easily stayed longer. Thank you Jana!!

Lakefront Cottage 3 bedroom
AMAZING! This place is everything - the coziness, the views, the location, the tranquility and the amenities. It was such a wonderful place to explore or to just stay put while admiring the views from the windows and the deck. You just have to stay here if you can. Tekapō was even more lovely with this accommodation. We enjoyed the snow capped mountains while staying there.

Cosy Cottage Overlooking Lake Pukaki
Beautiful lakefront cottage with incredible views and a quiet and private location. This home is older but clean and well-maintained. There is no central heat or AC but the space heaters were effective. The host provided lots of information about activities. The house is located about 35-45 minutes to Mount Cook National Park and Lake Tekapo, 7 minutes from Lake Pukaki retreat (stargazing) and 15-20 minutes from Twizel with shopping and restaurants. The house was larger than expected with 4 twin and 1 larger (queen or king?) bed. Checkin was easy, kitchen was well-equipped and our stay was great.
Quick stats about vacation rentals with lake access in Lake Tekapo
Total rentals
60 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$70 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
8.7K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
30 properties are a good fit for families
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace
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60 properties include access to wifi
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