Te Toka Villa | Tekapo Views + Sleep Under Stars

Summary:
Wake to sweeping Mackenzie High Country and mountain views at Te Toka Villa, a spacious 4-bedroom Lake Tekapo retreat for up to 8 guests. Start slow with coffee and alpine scenery, explore the lake and surrounding landscape, then return to a full kitchen, cosy fireplace and private hot tub beneath Tekapo’s star-filled dark skies. Peaceful, scenic and made for families or groups, it’s an unforgettable South Island escape. Free parking, WiFi and two bathrooms add ease. Book your Tekapo stay today!

The Space:
❤️ Why You’ll Love It

🌄 Panoramic mountain and High Country views
♨️ Hot tub just steps from the home
✨ Peaceful setting ideal for stargazing
🏡 4 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms for up to 8 guests
🍳 Full kitchen with a beautiful outlook
🔥 Indoor fireplace for cosy alpine evenings
❄️ Heating + air conditioning for year-round comfort
📶 Wi-Fi + TV for easy downtime
🧺 Washer + dryer for longer stays
🚗 Free on-site parking
🎿 Approx. 15-minute drive to Roundhill Ski Area

💚 Supporting Lake Tekapo
A $5 Community Infrastructure Contribution is added to every reservation to help support local infrastructure.

Designed for relaxed group stays, Te Toka Villa offers plenty of room to spread out while still feeling warm and connected.

Spend mornings gathered around the dining table, cook together while taking in the mountain scenery, or settle into the living area after a day exploring Lake Tekapo.

As evening arrives, light the fireplace with assistance from the onsite team, pour a glass of wine and head outside for a soak beneath the stars.

With wide-open countryside surrounding you, the atmosphere feels peaceful, private and wonderfully removed from everyday life.

🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
• Bedroom 2: 2 single beds
• Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
• Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed

Sleeps 8 | 5 beds | 2 bathrooms

🍳 Kitchen & Dining
The full kitchen makes family meals and group stays easy, with a stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, cookware, coffee maker, kettle and dining table.

Make breakfast before heading out, prepare dinner after a day on the lake or simply enjoy takeaway and wine while the mountains stretch out beyond the windows.

🔥 Comfort & Entertainment
Everything you need for an easy Tekapo stay is close at hand:

• Indoor fireplace
• Heating + air conditioning
• Wi-Fi + TV
• Washer + dryer
• Bathtub + shower
• Towels, linen + everyday essentials
• Free on-site parking

🌌 Outdoor Living & Stargazing
One of the highlights of Te Toka Villa is what happens after the sun goes down.

Step outside to the hot tub, look up and experience the brilliant night sky that Lake Tekapo is known for. With less light from the village nearby, clear nights can feel especially magical.

During the day, enjoy the backyard, patio or balcony and outdoor furniture, all surrounded by open High Country scenery.

📍 Explore Lake Tekapo
Te Toka Villa is well suited to guests who want a quieter Tekapo base while remaining within driving distance of the region’s most popular experiences.

🎿 Roundhill Ski Area — approx. 15 min drive
🌊 Lake Tekapo shoreline — just minutes away
🐑Church of the Good Shepherd — approx. 20–25 min drive
☕ Lake Tekapo Village — approx. 20–25 min drive
♨️ Tekapo Springs — approx. 25–30 min drive
🌄 Mount John area — approx. 30 min drive

Drive times are approximate and can vary with road and winter conditions.

💯 Perfect For
✓ Family holidays
✓ Groups of friends
✓ Stargazing escapes
✓ Ski and winter trips
✓ South Island road trips
✓ Peaceful countryside stays
✓ Guests wanting space, privacy and scenery

❄️ Good to Know
• IMPORTANT – Please arrive before dark. Due to the property’s rural location and surrounding conditions, guests are required to arrive and complete check-in before nightfall. Finding and accessing the property can be more difficult after dark, so please plan your journey accordingly.

• Te Toka Villa is a hosted accommodation, with a team member staying in a separate dwelling onsite. You’ll have your own private stay while still having help nearby if needed.

• Heavy snowfall can occasionally affect winter access, sometimes for up to 48 hours, so travel insurance is strongly recommended.

• Kindly note that all indoor open fires must be lit by our onsite team member only.

🌟 Your Tekapo Escape Awaits
Wake to mountains, spend your days exploring the Mackenzie region, then come home to warmth, space and a hot tub beneath the stars.

Book Te Toka Villa and experience a quieter, more scenic side of Lake Tekapo.

Guest Access:
During your stay, you will have full access to the main house. Other buildings on the property, including sheds and the separate dwelling, are not accessible to guests.

The Neighborhood:
🏞️ Located along Lilybank Road in the stunning Mackenzie Basin, Te Toka is surrounded by dramatic alpine landscapes, wide open plains, and some of New Zealand’s most iconic scenery. Just a short drive from Lake Tekapo village, guests can enjoy local cafés, restaurants, Tekapo Springs, and the Church of the Good Shepherd. The area is world-famous for its night skies, offering some of the best stargazing conditions on the planet.

Getting Around:
🚗 A vehicle is recommended for exploring the region, with Lake Tekapo village approximately a short scenic drive away. From the property, guests can easily access Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, and Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park. The area is best enjoyed by car due to its wide open geography and scenic routes.

Other Things to Note:
📩 You’ll receive a trusted welcome link after booking with all property details, access codes, Wi-Fi, and easy instructions for your stay. Please take a moment to complete it — it helps us prepare everything for your arrival.

🪑 Portacot and high chair are available upon request for a small fee of $25
❌ No parties or gatherings without prior approval
🐾 No pets or indoor smoking- Smoking, including the usage of any recreational drugs, is strictly prohibited inside the premises. — $300 cleaning fee if violated
🧹 Keep the space tidy — excess cleaning charged at $60/hour
🧻 Report any damage or spills promptly

-Treat yourself to an in house massage during your Tekapo stay. Exclusive to Ohana guests, this is an easy way to relax without leaving your room. Sessions are $90 per hour+$25 for call out fee and available on request, with limited daily time slots so booking ahead is recommended.

-Call out fee of $25 due to location

Stream Your Way – Personalized & Easy
You can quickly log in with your own streaming accounts by scanning the QR code flashed on the TV in just 15 seconds. Enjoy instant access to your personalized, curated selection of shows and movies for a fully tailored entertainment experience.

🚽 A Quick Note About the Plumbing

To help protect Lake Tekapo’s plumbing system, please flush toilet paper only. Place all wipes—including those labelled “flushable”—in the rubbish bin provided. Thank you for helping us care for the property and the local infrastructure.

★ SAFETY DEPOSIT OR DAMAGE WAIVER REQUIRED ★

We understand that accidents can happen. To help protect the space and ensure a worry-free stay, all reservations require either a damage waiver or a safety deposit.

You can choose the option that works best for you: a non-refundable damage waiver ranging from $39 up to $79, which covers accidental damage and normal wear and tear (no deductible) or a refundable safety deposit of $350, which will be returned after checkout as long as no damage is found and all house rules are followed.

If you've already purchased Damage Protection Insurance through a third-party provider, feel free to share your policy with us-we're happy to
review it and we may consider waving the requirement based on your coverage.

Please note: The damage waiver does not cover damage caused by house rule violations.

🔑 Only one house access key is provided as standard. Additional key must be requested before arrival. A replacement fee of NZD $250 applies for each lost key.

Interaction with Guests:
💬 While I won't be available in person, I'm committed to ensuring that your stay is as smooth and enjoyable as possible. You can reach out to me through Airbnb chat from 6AM - 12MN, Mondays through Sundays.