Entire home

Mountain Village Bach

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Interior
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom40 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Arthur's Pass, Canterbury
  • Place, Historic Village Walk
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Devils Punchbowl Waterfall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Brunner
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the area

Arthur's Pass National Park

At this cottage you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Historic Village Walk and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Devils Punchbowl Waterfall. .Accommodation features a patio, a sofa bed and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop.

What's nearby

  • Historic Village Walk - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Temple Basin Ski Area - 4 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Devils Punchbowl Waterfall - 11 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lake Brunner - 44 min drive - 57.6 km
  • Porters Ski Area - 52 min drive - 80.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Arthur's Pass Cafe & Store - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Wobbly Kea - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Alpine Parrot Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wobbly Kea - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Mountain Village Bach

Renovated two bedroom cottage in Arthurs Pass Village. Great views over the village and North up the valley. Easy access to popular walking tracks, village cafes and train station.

To keep your costs down for one night stays there is no cleaning service provided so you are expected to clean before you leave.

Note that towels, bedsheets and pillowcases are NOT provided. Bring your own sheets or sleeping bags. There are duvets and pillows provided for each bed.

Formerly called Woodsmoke, there is now no fireplace. The bach has been renovated with sliding door to the main bedroom, new double glazed windows in the lounge & bedrooms, double glazed sliding door onto a deck on the north side and new heat pump. The interior walls are polyurethaned plywood with a slight white wash. The double bed and fold-out double sofa bed are both new.

Please be aware this is an authentic Arthurs Pass bach - a mountain cabin of about 42sqm. It is recommended for ascetic persons, looking for simple accommodation. The flush toilet is in an annex to the entrance porch. Ideal base for tramping, mountaineering or Coast to Coast race training. It's a short 950m walk to store/cafes and Visitor Centre.

Note that there is a railway through the village and coal trains arrive then pass through most nights.

During weekends & holidays we may not be able to respond immediately to any requests.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 431 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

PLEASE NOTE: Linen, sheets, pillowcases and towels are NOT provided, bring your own. There are duvets for each bed.

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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Mountain Village Retreat Arthur's Pass
Mountain Village Retreat Private vacation home
Mountain Village Retreat Private vacation home Arthur's Pass

Frequently asked questions

Does Mountain Village Bach have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mountain Village Bach?

No, Mountain Village Bach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mountain Village Bach?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Mountain Village Bach?

No, pets are not allowed.

Mountain Village Bach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 186 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Simon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corrinne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host and location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Great location…tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Sabrina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Cute and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ingrid D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to explore Arthur’s Pass.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Ali M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location, wonderful view of iconic Arthur's Pass railway. Easy walk to village.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great scenic spot. Very close to devil's punch bowl, Arthur's pass train station, Arthur's pass chapel and cafes.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great wee spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect quiet spot with enduring you need.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Wayne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in the Mountains a good kiwi bach experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Christina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the mountain setting and the bach though basic was perfectly comfortable for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little bach in a great location. Well appointed with everything we needed.
We even had a happy visitor who fed on the flax flowers around the deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Arjan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
central location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, good basic facilities. Take bug spray for sand flies!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jo E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good P accomodation. Served our needs very well. Thorouppghly enjoyed all the walks we managed to squeeze into our one night stay. Communication with our host excellent. Information regarding facilities very easy to follow.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Fran B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were excellent and replied promptly. Bach is well located although there is some noise from the trains during the weekdays but great for trainspotters. Lots to do in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David and Anna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Bach!It was lovely and warm and welcoming. Fantastic view of Arthur's pass and the trains. Just a lovely relaxing place to be surrounded by amazing nature.Everything was there that you could want.We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Felicity E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simple accomodation with a fantastic view up towards the pass, just lovely to feel cosy and watch the sheets of rain, and mountains appear then disappear in the clouds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
great location-clean-We would book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ellen s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin, clean tidy and well set up.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location!A true Kiwi Bach!
Just down the road
Just off the deck!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Terrific place to unwind
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tamsin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant cabin, toasty and warm with great views from the deck. Everything we needed as a base to explore some of the area. Property managers very helpful. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zoe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely simple bach with a wonderful view of the snowy peaks and the trains passing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025