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3-bedroom Pukaki Homestead - Stunning 360 views including Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook | Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

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86 Mount Cook Road (State Highway 80), Ben Ohau, Canterbury, 7999
  • Place, Lake Pukaki Information Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Ruataniwha
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About this property

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free lodge has a conference centre and a hot tub. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include an outdoor tennis court, spa services and concierge services.
Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat offers 8 accommodations with outdoor private hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves, espresso makers and free minibar items.

Bathrooms include slippers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor tennis court and a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
During your stay at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Pukaki. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, yoga classes and helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • 5 minutes by car from Lake Pukaki and 14 minutes from Lake Ruataniwha
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Cats and dogs welcome free of charge
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including an off-lead area
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and a hot tub. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. The lodge can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Ben Ohau lodge is smoke free.

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Private wine tours
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2012
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 10 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 10 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 650.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 650.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 10 years old aren't allowed.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Olaf

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and quiet. Food and service was fantastic. We just struck a bad time with the weather "FOG"
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our amazing stay in the Ashley Mackenzie villa was magical! The view of the glacier lake, the mountains, and Mount Cook were spectacular. Kaye and Luke were gracious hosts and Anna was a dream to work with. The villa was first class and very well appointed. We lacked for nothing! The chef prepared 5 star dinners that were delicious and delivered every evening. Highly recommend this property for a relaxing and pampered stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Valerie, Brookline, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spectacular Experience!

The villa was beyond amazing. The views right on Lake Pukaki were spectacular. We had our own private workout room & hot tub, plus a private massage room & sauna that sadly went unused. Our hosts, Luke & Kaye were lovely and provided amazing cuisine both nights. There is plenty of privacy, but if any assistance is needed, they are right there to provide it.

10/10 Excellent

Benson, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unrivaled tranquility and comfort.

Hosts Kaye and Luke are developing an gorgeous property on the south end of Lake Pukaki. Part of this development includes a villa for 2-4 guests. The combination of tranquility and comfort that our one night stay provided were unsurpassed in my experience. The hosts are gracious and engaging. Kaye provided a delicious basket of goodies when we arrived; after returning from Mt. Cook park in the evening, Luke brought down a wonderful prepared dinner of locally raised salmon (we had earlier selected a wine from his cellar to chill). It turned rainy that evening, so we finished the bottle by the fire in the living room. We awoke to light coming in through the bedroom windows. After a sumptuous breakfast and soak in the hot tub overlooking vistas of the lake and mountains, we felt recharged enough to (reluctantly) leave the bliss behind and push on with our travels. The ineffable pleasure this stay provided cannot really be conveyed in this small comment box. Book a night or two yourself to read the comments I (and many other enthralled guests) left behind in the guest book; you will be inspired to add yours to the list. This retreat would be perfect for a honeymoon (or second honeymoon). I dream of returning some year to see what Kaye and Luke have done to further develop the grounds.

10/10 Excellent

EUNJI

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026