10/10 Excellent
Matthew A.
7 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in amazing location
Matthew A.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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Lake and Mountain Views - excellent skiing, tramping, cycling and water sports
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8230 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Lake Ohau, Ohau
- Lake Ohau7 min walk
- Twizel Town Centre30 min drive
- Ohau Skifield33 min drive
- Glentanner (GTN)59 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Main Bathroom
Bathtub · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Lake and Mountain Views - excellent skiing, tramping, cycling and water sports
Ben Ohau Retreat is a luxury self contained holiday home, located on the shores of Lake Ohau close to the southern Alps in the tussock strewn MacKenzie country.
It provides access to year round fly fishing, tramping and more relaxed nature walks, mountain biking, skiing and the opportunity to observe the rare black Stilt in natural environments. The Alps to Ocean cycle track and Te Araroa walk are a stones throw away.
The house has 3 double bedrooms and a bunk room - sleeping up to 8 people. The large deck provides marvelous evening views of the sun setting on craggy Ben Ohau and the Benmore Range. Nestled in the lee of the predominant Northwesterly winds it is not far to go to see lovely views of NZ's highest peak Mt Cook and also locally known as Aorangi. Tramping, mountain biking, lake and river fishing, skiing, bird watching, landscape painting and photography are at your doorstep.
Bathroom Details:
Bathroom 1/Half Bathroom: There are 2 separate toilets, one with a hand basin
Bathroom 2 : Large bathroom with shower, bath and basin.
Special conditions:
Minimum Stay of 3 nights.
Children under two free ( no special beds available for them)
Smoking outside only.
It provides access to year round fly fishing, tramping and more relaxed nature walks, mountain biking, skiing and the opportunity to observe the rare black Stilt in natural environments. The Alps to Ocean cycle track and Te Araroa walk are a stones throw away.
The house has 3 double bedrooms and a bunk room - sleeping up to 8 people. The large deck provides marvelous evening views of the sun setting on craggy Ben Ohau and the Benmore Range. Nestled in the lee of the predominant Northwesterly winds it is not far to go to see lovely views of NZ's highest peak Mt Cook and also locally known as Aorangi. Tramping, mountain biking, lake and river fishing, skiing, bird watching, landscape painting and photography are at your doorstep.
Bathroom Details:
Bathroom 1/Half Bathroom: There are 2 separate toilets, one with a hand basin
Bathroom 2 : Large bathroom with shower, bath and basin.
Special conditions:
Minimum Stay of 3 nights.
Children under two free ( no special beds available for them)
Smoking outside only.
Property manager
Megan Rendall
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Ohau
Located in Ohau, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Ohau Skifield and Ladybird Hill Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Ohau and Mueller Ridge. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
Lake Ohau, Ohau
What's nearby
- Lake Ohau - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Twizel Town Centre - 30 min drive - 31.0 km
- Hot Tubs Omarama - 31 min drive - 33.1 km
- Ohau Skifield - 33 min drive - 14.8 km
- Lake Ruataniwha - 34 min drive - 33.6 km
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michelle O.
1 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Ohau village stay
Michelle O.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Phillip B.
4 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ohau paradise
Phillip B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey S.
6 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Uk Visitor
Jeffrey S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebekah C.
5 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Rebekah C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christine D.
3 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base for biking
Christine D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gerhard G.
20 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter breakaway
Gerhard G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne B.
3 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family Bach.
Suzanne B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
shijo g.
19 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Place
shijo g.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nathan B.
17 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lakeside Property
Nathan B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
8/10 Good
Grant R.
27 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ohau ski trip
Grant R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Eleanor D.
5 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Ohau Retreat
Eleanor D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Cheng C.
20 December 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Cheng C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
John W.
5 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you could need
John W.
10/10 Excellent
Dr. C.
23 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Location
Dr. C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Gavin H.
16 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house & location
Gavin H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan D.
6 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spacious house in quiet neighborhood
Susan D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan C.
8 April 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spacious home with stunning views
Jonathan C.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Donna E.
5 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic views in Ohay
Donna E.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Scott R., Peshtigo, WI USA
22 December 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Area
Scott R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Rosemarie D.
16 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful vacation home on Lake Ohau
Rosemarie D.
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth M.
1 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place. Would happily return.
Elizabeth M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Ian D.
12 May 2018
A magnificent spot which was just beautiful.
Ian D.
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10/10 Excellent
David D.
1 May 2018
This property is amazing.
David D.
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10/10 Excellent
Curtis M.
29 March 2018
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About the host
Hosted by Megan Rendall
Languages:
English
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