Our grounds offer endless views across the turquoise lake to the surrounding mountains. Best seen between april and september, lake tekapo is known for its clear nights and lack of light pollution, making it a great viewing destination. Lake tekapo 99 le bons bay 4 leeston 2 leithfield beach 1 lincoln 7 linwood 2 little akaloa 5 little river 3 lyttelton 7 mackenzie district 197 mayfield 3 merivale 29 methven 27 motunau beach 1 mount lyford 11 mount somers 1 mt hutt 34 mt pleasant 3 new brighton 10 northwood 1 ohoka 2 okains bay 3 opawa 1 oxford 2 papanui 8 parklands 3 parnassus 1. Homes range from gorgeous architecturally designed one bedroom retreats to modern five bedroom homes perfect for extended families. Direct access to tekapo can be had from state highway 8 which connects christchurch to queenstown. Run the mouse over the image for more information about it. All of our homes are self contained with linen provided. Lake tekapo holiday homes offer a wide range of selfcontained accommodation options in the heart of the mackenzie region, new zealand with stunning. Lake tekapo is one of the best places in the world from which to observe the night sky.
It had 369 residents according to the 20 census, being one of five settlements in the sparsely populated mackenzie basin. A selection of holiday homes all situated in stunning lake tekapo. Each unique property is owned privately and made available for you to enjoy throughout the year. Soak up the beautiful views from our hot pools and cooler pools, bounce around the fun jumpernaut or try the thrilling aqua drop, a 150metre downhill waterslide. If you have common plugin java installed, you can view the live video feed from our hilltop mounted camera. Lake tekapo town, small town township located at the southern end of the lake of the same name in the inland south island of new zealand. Discover some of the most unique, special locations new zealand has to offer. Available at the lake tekapo information centre and most major accommodation and activity providers in lake. Nz holiday homes and baches accommodation for rent. The 5 best things to do in lake tekapo coronavirus.
Mary macs bach is steeped in history, an iconic site neighbouring the church of good shepherd and the statue of james mackenzies dog, both high profile landmarks to the mackenzie region and new zealand. A damage deposit of nzd 300 is required on arrival. Surrounded by mountains and far from the glare of city lights, lake tekapo s cloud free skies make it one of the best places in the southern hemisphere to see the night sky. Book tekapo is managed by angie campbell along with her husband kelvin and her to sons ashton and jordan ask them anything they know tekapo and all the magic it has to offer. Twenty years later construction began on the first bridge. The 5 best things to do in lake tekapo 2020 with photos. Our guided outdoorindoor star gazing tour will introduce you to the famous tekapo night sky reserve followed by a relaxing soak in the hot pools.
Map of te horo bach, 44 rodney avenue, te horo, kapiti coast, new zealand with street names and local businesses. Select play slideshowat the bottom of the image window. Located right on the tekapo lakefront, our brand new building features unobstructed views over the lake to the mountains beyond. See all 4 mount john university observatory tours on tripadvisor. You can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Find and book baches and holiday homes online with bookabach. There are 7 ways to get from nelson to lake tekapo by plane, car, bus, train or shuttle. It covers an area of 83 square kilometres 32 sq mi, and is. Theres a rainwater cistern that supplies water to the bach which may be limited, biodegradable trash bags, ecofriendly soaps, locally grown fruit, recycling bins and more. Tekapo river, flows occasionally through the mackenzie basin, canterbury, in new zealands south island. Mount john university observatory lake tekapo 2020 all. The ultimate in stellar relaxation, tekapo star gazing is the only guided hot pools and star gazing experience in new zealand. Enjoy the stunning views from the three hot pools or chill out in the cooler pools with aqua play area.
The spring water is heated from the byproduct heat that the ice rink produces very energy. Tekapo is a neat little town and your just a few minutes away on foot or by car. Lake tekapo is a beautiful lake, with lovely surroundings and some nice local amenities, including various dining options. When the lake is low the remains of the old tekapo station homestead can be seen on the eastern shores of the lake. Nestled into the base of mount john, overlooking lake tekapo and the mountains beyond is the tekapo springs, and its winter park. Weathered by the extremes of the tekapo climage the cottage is set amongst a natural native garden overlooking paddocks with views across to the mountains and a tiny peep of the lake. Experience tekapo springs for the perfect mix of relaxation and recreation in beautiful lake tekapo in the heart of the south island. Cafe te horo has all this and most cafes in the otaki area should take note of this pleasant little cafe. Book your tickets online for tekapo springs, lake tekapo. The 5 best things to do in lake tekapo coronavirus update.
Author felicity price and photographer geoff mason have combined their talents to produce a revealing and stunning book describing the history and landscape of lake tekapo. Holiday homes in new zealand accommodations tourism new. Lake tekapo things to see and do south island new zealand. Lake tekapo is situated midway between the international airport in christchurch, and new zealands largest winter and summer playground, the southern lakes district, which includes the towns of wanaka and q ueenstown. Enjoy the warmth of the exposed timber throughout, as well as a heat pump. Tekapo star gazing is the only guided hot pools and stargazing experience in new zealand. A health spa, complete with massage facilities is a great way to lose stress. Featuring a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a grill. Lake tekapo often known simply as tekapo to avoid confusion with the lake itself is a small town located at the southern end of the lake of the same name in the inland south island of new zealand. Lake tekapo holiday homes, accommodation rentals, baches and.
Bach must go but owner philosophical timaru courier. While the slightly drab surroundings of the hyde park museum dont do this little cafe justice, it makes it up in truckloads with wonderful wellpriced food, friendly service, interesting wine list. Lake tekapo is the secondlargest of three roughly parallel lakes running northsouth along the northern edge of the mackenzie basin in the south island of new zealand the others are lake pukaki and lake ohau. Lake tekapo holiday homes has an excellent range of selfcontained holiday accommodation available. For detailed 1920x1080 pixel images of tekapo, go to the hd webcam page. Te horo beach joins otaki beach to peka peka, waikanae, paraparaumu and raumati beaches. The tour operates from the renowned facilities of tekapo springs, combining the stunning aoraki mackenzie international dark sky reserve with our soulwarming hot pools. Yha lake tekapo lake tekapo new zealand youth hostel. We recommend booking mount john university observatory tours ahead of time to secure your spot. Most visitors to lake tekapo arrive by ground transportation, either by driving along the central southern alps highway, or taking a bus from one of the bigger cities that are within three or four hours away. Vacation home bills bach, lake tekapo, new zealand. Holiday homes accommodation, lake tekapo holiday homes. However i couldnt find the sighting frequencies ie.
This is a page for everything to do with lake tekapo, past and present. If you are concerned about your carbon footprint as a traveler, then you can rest easily at the te horo bach. Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in. Holiday homes, beach houses and private vacation rentals are a fantastic option if.
With the wide variety of holiday homes on offer, you are certain to find one that will cater to all of your requirements. In 1857 the first sheep farm in the mackenzie was built on the shores of lake tekapo. Mr hull said he thought his bach was made up of three single mens quarters from the tekapo a power scheme, which were moved to the site nearly 60 years ago. The bach is a great little place to laze about in sleeping, eating, reading etc but if you feel like something a little more adventurous, te horo is the perfect place from which to explore the kapiti coast. Located on the shores of beautiful lake tekapo, the godley hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms for the budget conscious traveller.
If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. The view is even better than the pictures and their hospitality is second to none. Sleeping up to 4 guests, bills bach would be ideal for a one or two couples, or a small family, to get away and enjoy all that tekapo has to offer. Visit us on facebook view more of our photos or add some of your own. Holiday homes and baches holiday accommodation bookabach. Activities for the visitor to lake tekapo and the mackenzie. Please note that checkin and key collection take place at. Instead heading to the scandinavian countries, i am thinking of going to nz.
The southern hemispheres equivalent of the northern lights, lake tekapo is one of the best places in new zealand to see this symphony of colour come to life. Tekapo 1929 offers a prime lakefront location to enjoy the panoramic view of shimmering turquoise lake and majestic mountains. From the lake to the stars, lake tekapo issimply stunning. Surrounded by mountains and far from the glare of city lights, lake tekapos cloud free skies make it one of the best places in the southern hemisphere to see the night sky. This 3 bedroom cosy cottage is the quintessential kiwi bach. Map of te horo bach, 44 rodney avenue, te horo, kapiti. Yha lake tekapo has a restaurant, bar, a shared lounge and garden in lake tekapo.
Lake tekapo holiday park and backpackers lodge lake. Lake tekapo 2020 all you need to know before you go. All homes are fully selfcontained with linen supplied and professionally cleaned for your comfort. Aurora lights in lake tekapo how often is the sightings. With the wide variety of holiday homes on offer, you are certain to. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in lake tekapo, new zealand on tripadvisor. I made the walk up to the top of the mountain to see the stars, where the famous observatory is situated.
We have houses that sleep 2 16 people and children are welcome. The amazingly soft alpine water is sourced from an underground spring near tekapo. You can simply sit and watch the dreamlike sky in the morning, rosy sunset at dusk, dazzling starlight at night, or feeling the rotations of. Book instantly online with bachcares realtime availability. To complement this we have a range of accommodation available to suit your needs. Bills bach is a selfcontained holiday home located in lake tekapo in the canterbury region. There is a choice of 3 hot pools with wonderful outlooks over lake tekapo and the mountains beyond. Nelson to lake tekapo 5 ways to travel via train, plane. Please inform bills bach of your expected arrival time in advance. A hotel was established in 1861 and a ferry was set up to cross the tekapo river.
Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in rome2rios travel planner. This advanced photo gallery responds to mouse activity. Were excited to bring you our brand new hostel with spacious, modern communal areas, a variety of room types, free wifi, and an onsite burger bar and cafe. Choose your perfect holiday accommodation from the largest selection of preserviced holiday homes, baches, and apartments available for rent in new zealand. If you are looking for accommodation then you must already know what a spectacular place lake tekapo is. He had spent every christmas and new year at the bach with his family, including three children and four grandchildren.
Lake tekapo holiday park and backpackers lodge lake tekapo. Lake tekapo is a resort village and lake in the mackenzie country in the south island of new zealand understand. Well definitely stay there again our next time through. Lake tekapo, the secondlargest of three roughly parallel lakes running northsouth along the northern edge of the mackenzie basin in the south. Book your te horo holiday accommodation online from 2 per night. Save sunny bach on beachfront with heaps of room and lots to do to your lists sunny bach on beachfront with heaps of room and lots to do 1 rodney ave, te horo, wellington region. Heated alpine water supplies four large, outdoor, public hot pools.
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