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"Owls Rest" - Couples' Glamping Retreat
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Settle in with a nice bottle of red!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Springvale, Alexandra
  • Roxburgh Gorge Trail
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Clyde Historical Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Clyde Dam
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Alexandra (ALR)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Glamping Retreat - Rural Alexandra

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Glamping Retreat - Rural Alexandra

This unique lifestyle property, aptly named "Owls Rest", is a place to unwind and relax. Switch off from the hustle and bustle of your busy life. With a Yurt as your accommodation what more could you need? The adjacent cottage has a fully operational bathroom with a HWC, so hot showers instead of the glamping solar bags!! The indoor/outdoor cooking facilities are almost as good as your own kitchen, everything (except an oven) and the kitchen sink! You have the whole place to yourself so stroll around this 20 acre rural retreat and sit at the top of the hill on our special seat to watch the sun rise or sun set. Admire the 360 views of the Manuherikia valley, Manorburn dam, right across to the "Remarkables". See if you can spot our resident Owl in his nesting tree. Enjoy the cosy feel of this amazing Mongolian Yurt that is quaint and relaxing. With the Cental Otago rail trail 5 minutes away, the iconic Chatto creek pub 7 minutes down the road and Clyde a stones' throw away, there are options to spread your wings but return to your cosy retreat at the end of the day.
Special conditions:
Pets allowed with prior approval. Includes horses but fencing is temporary only
No smoking, candles or lighting fires
Children visiting must be supervised at all times as this is a rural property
Minimum 2 nights stay thanks.

Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$100.00 per stay); Linen (Optional, NZ$40.00 per stay);

Property manager

KateP715
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Gym
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No naked flames / candles or smoking on the property Tea towels and Hand towels provided only Sheets, pillow cases and towels upon request
Please leave the property as you find it. Clean your dishes before you leave. Cleaning products are available for a self-clean stay
If you are not self-cleaning before you go make sure you leave no dirty dishes. Extra charge of $100 for cleaning if you are not going to self-clean.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Springvale

Located in Springvale, this holiday home is in a rural area. Alexandra Golf Club and Dunstan Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Roxburgh Gorge Trail and Clyde Memorial Park. Paintball Central and Kiwi Water Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby waterskiing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, mountain biking and horse riding.
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Springvale, Alexandra

What's nearby

  • Roxburgh Gorge Trail - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Clyde Historical Museum - 8 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Alexandra Golf Club - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Clyde Dam - 10 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Cromwell Shopping Centre - 24 min drive - 35.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Ferris Road Brewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ashoka - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thai Crom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tin Goose Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Glamping Retreat - Rural Alexandra pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Glamping Retreat - Rural Alexandra?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Glamping Retreat - Rural Alexandra?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Glamping Retreat - Rural Alexandra located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Alexandra Museum and Art Gallery, Roxburgh Gorge Trail and Alexandra Golf Club. Clyde Historical Museum and Dunstan Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Lovely Stay
We enjoyed revisiting the Yurt experience! The location is so peaceful, and the property has everything you would need for glamping. Communication with the owners was great and they checked in to see if we had settled in.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigid C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So nice
Didn’t end up staying after a last minute change of plans but Kate was great to deal with throughout. Really helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
The yurt was amazing, it was a peaceful and chilled out environment and a well equipped property. Great location, nice to relax and forget the rest of the world.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding
Our stay was super relaxing, we had everything we needed and great location. Would highly recommend for a glamping getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Stunning property, well equipped and very tidy Hosts were very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aswathi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location, beautiful place and all the amenities were present
“We really enjoyed our stay! The place was extremely clean and thoughtfully designed. Kate was quick to respond, and we had no trouble finding the location. We’ll definitely book this again for our winter trip!”
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anderson F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet
Wonderful setting, very tranquil and well appointed. A good place to get away from it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yurt life
Such a cool peaceful place to unwind, out of town but close to everything. Awesome cosy yurt. Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet countryside get away
Perfect location to get some peace and quiet! The Yurt is fantastic, very cosy and everything you could need it provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil Experience
Our stay in the yurt was amazing. 6 nights of tranquil bliss. So peaceful and cozy. Lovely private location. After busy days it was a pleasure just coming up the drive. We would recommend without hesitation.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hans B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yurt comfort
A convenient location for us to explore the rail trail and other cycling/tramping opportunities in the region. Well set up , warm and cosy with outstanding roomy countryside location
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loubie lou s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
The stay here is absolutely amzing. Tranqulity, peace and being around nature is what we wanted and thats exactly what we got. The description was exact. What an amzing experince, thank you so much 🙏 😊 We will definitely be back 😊😊😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to unwind.
We were blown away. Completely outdid any expectations we had, we were gutted to leave and wished we had of booked a longer trip. We had a great time playing board games together and the bed was extremely comfortable and that’s coming from an ex bed salesman who is very hard to please. I cannot recommend this place enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blissfully peaceful location
Fabulous 5 night stay, great central location for exploring and for the start of the Otago Rail Trail. Well equipped and furnished accommodation. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linton W., Oamaru

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnificent
We had a fantastic time. The yurt was lovely, set in a peaceful location. We loved our stay we give it an A+ recommendation.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yurt
Great spot, loved our stay. Hope to be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning
Lovely wee place just what we needed for the weekend, absolutely amazing thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

C B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing!
Thank you for a wonderful place to stay! We loved the whole experience so much. Even hearing the rain on the roof one night was bliss. There was everything we needed, the yurt was very comfortable and cosy, private and tranquil. Amazing views from the top after a short climb and cute cattle saying hi from across the fence. The bathroom is rustic, but wonderful having a flush toliet and hot shower while 'glamping'! The kitchen has everything you could need. Very thoughtfully set up accommodation. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ros M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
This place is so relaxing. All the things you need are there. The bed is really comfortable. Beautiful night sky. Peacocks calling in the background and very inquisitive and friendly cows. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene getaway
We had a great stay at the yurt. Amazing how warm and cosy it is, even in a couple of frosty mornings. Sitting on the seat up on the ridge, watching the sunrise with a coffee, is a must! Loved our time there and would happily go back again. Highly recommended
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great setup!
I mainly came to Alexandra to ride my bike at Matangi Station for a couple of days and wanted somewhere peaceful and cosy to stay. Couldn't have ask for better. The setup is really well thought-through with everything you'd need and more. Only a quick drive from Alex and is really quiet and private. Thanks for having me stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delphine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place !!
We absolutely loved our stay in this quiet and relaxing place !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful setting.
Excellent would come back again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
yurt
well catered for. very warm 30 degree days made it very warm .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ole Voitenko M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility in the middle of nowhere
We loved the place, and the exceptional views so much, that we already plan to come back another time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by KateP715

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Garry and I (Kate) purchased this property as we fell in love with the peacefulness we felt there. We both love the outdoors and wanted to share this with others. Garry is a worker so to make sure he combined work with play this property ticked all the you will see!
I just like to pitch in so we get enjoyment from watching this property evolve as we come up with new ideas for it. I have 2 horses I take over there frequently to enjoy the riding closeby and our Golden Labrador "Storm" just loves trying to catch all those rabbits!

Why they chose this property

Need a peaceful, no fuss get away from it all weekend, that is what we love, leaving all our worries behind.

What makes this property unique

What more could you ask for, a Mongolian Yurt nestled in Central Otago!! For that special couples weekend retreat. Enjoy the beautiful rural views this acre property has to offer from atop of the hill, down the Manuherikia valley and river towards Chatto Creek to the ruggard landscape where you see the lower Manorburn dam and across to Old Mans range.
Then only a 6 minute drive to Alexandra for those glamping supplies or just a wander around the shops. Whether you want to bike part of the Iconic Rail trail, visit many of the beautiful surrounds of Central Otago or just kick back and relax this property is the base you will love to do this from. Cycling, wineries, restuarants, watersports, walking and many other fun activities just a stones throw away.

Not to mention an hours drive to get the big city lights fix in Queenstown and those adventure tourism activities.


For horse lovers if you are wanting to see this area or passing through and need a pit stop for a couple of nights then we are happy to accomodate you and your beloved steeds. Please discuss this with us first as there could be small additional costs that apply.


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