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Glamping in a hut with a superb mountain view

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Interior
Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, books
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Mountain view
    Mountain viewMountain view

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Lyford, Canterbury
  • Popular LocationMount Cookson8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Lyford20 min drive
  • Popular LocationHanmer Springs Thermal Reserve54 min drive
  • AirportKaikoura (KBZ)70 min drive

Room options

About the area

Lyford

In Mt Lyford .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Mount Stewart and 6 miles (10 km) of Mount Lyford with a stay here. Mount Cookson and Mount Malingson are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Mount Cookson - 8 min drive
  • Mount Lyford - 20 min drive
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 54 min drive
  • Conical Hill - 56 min drive
  • Kaikoura Beach - 74 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Glamping in a hut with a superb mountain view

This price is for ONE of the glamping huts.
The Harakeke Huts are located on the 5 ha block where the ecolodges are, at the bottom end of Mt Lyford village. This section contains a big pond (fun with a kayak that we hire out) and our purpose is to regenerate native bush.

Glamping in a very comfortable hut for 2p in a unique alpine landscape with amazing views. Love the outdoors with walks, mountain biking or fishing closeby, or just relax on this 5ha private property. Swim in a mountain lake or have some fun on the pond in a kayak. In winter the ski field is just up the road.

There are 2 sleeping huts called ‘pods’. These are quirky dome shaped wooden huts. They have a queen bed in each one. They are wired up so you have the comfort of proper lighting and heating. Each has their own private deck in front with deck chairs supplied. This listing is for 1 hut; if you wish to book the second hut please contact us. The huts get rented out separately and the ammenities (kitchen, lounge, bathroom) are shared facilities between the 2 huts.

The huts are made from sustainable NZ Radiata Pine. They have double glazed cedar doors and a window. The roof is insulated with sheepswool. The character of these huts is accentuated by the double whale bones on either side of the dome.

In the middle between the 2 sleeping huts is an architecturally designed pod which contains a fully equipped kitchen, lounge with TV and bathroom with shower, toilet and basin. The big sliding doors open up to the deck in front where the lounge furniture doubles up to outdoor furniture to relax in. A BBQ is supplied.

The biggest attraction for everyone staying at this location is the amazing uninterrupted views of the mountainscape of Mt Lyford – no other buildings in view, just native bush. The night skies are amazing and worth sitting out for – no spoiling lighting around. Note there is no cell phone coverage or wifi.

If you wish the use of the gas fired outdoor hot tub (note extra cost) please let us know well ahead of time and we will have it preheated for you. Note: only one hut can use the hot tub – first in, first served.

This is an ideal location for a stopover along the Alpine Pacific Touring Route, whether you travel it by car, motorbike or pushbike.

There are some great walks to be done around Mt Lyford and mountain biking on nearby farms. In winter the ski field is just up the mountain. In summer enjoy a swim in a crystal clear mountain lake or have a play with the kayak on the pond where the huts are located. There is Mt Lyford lodge with bar and restaurant for a meal out if you do not wish to provide for yourself.

Property manager

Claudine Barnes

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis on site
  • Sledding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking nearby

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Glamping in a hut with a superb mountain view Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 39 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tomer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing in every aspect
Booking was incredibly easy, check in was just as simple, Claudine was an excellent host and the location was nothing short of spectacular!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ms Dennis
Fun and good view
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet
My granddaughter and I needed time out. When I booked I had no idea where Mt Lyford was. We were a bit anxious after our drive up to the office but once we arrived at our accommodation it was WOW. It was so lovely and warm, quiet except for the bellbirds and the big bumble bees that came visiting. The bed was comfortable and the other facilities were great. Mt Lyford Lodge also put on a beautiful dinner . The people were so friendly and welcoming. I would certainly visit again but for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Absolutely loved it, a quiet and peaceful getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace
Was a lovely peaceful stopover on the way to Picton.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Stunning!!
From the moment we arrived we were in heaven. Not only an absolutely beautiful setting, so quiet and secluded, but the whole check-in process was super easy and hassle free. Great communication with Claudine from the get-go, with easy to understand instructions. Everything is there and the ammenities were so clean and well-appointed. The hut was so cosy and having the hot tub to ourselves was a neat wee bonus, and again, very easy to use. Thank you for a fabulous stay, we'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet getaway
It was lovely getting out of christchurch for a few nights. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay... The best views... Hot tub was a bliss. Highly recommended. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ooh lovely
Such a cost cabin and the hot tub was so worth it! I slept really well and awoke to birdsong.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Max

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britta E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little hut
Had everything we needed for a lovely stop over. We were lucky to have the fog and rain from the evening gone before we woke up in the morning so we had a view of the mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jade T.

Liked: Cleanliness
OMG
This place was amazing and private, the hot tub is amazing definitely worth booking in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stella B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend stay
Such a lovely area and great hosts had an amazing time!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice spot
Nice wee place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aidan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely retreat
A lovely, magic wee spot. We had a clear still evening and the hot tub under a starry night was... Stellar.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Info@concreteinnovations.co.nz H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great but nearly lost my eyebrows
Fantastic except the host needs to demonstrate how to turn the gas on for the tub. Instructions aren't clear and I had a big dangerous explosion in my face when turning it on, altho I followed instructions by having a flame ready before I turned the gas on and pulled the burner out a bit. Also the 'flame' Lighter was difficult to find, didnt know what I was looking for. The tub also took a very long time to heat up. The office was difficult to find, its far from the pods. But still a great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay in a beautiful location
Beautiful accomodation with amazing views. Claudine was a great host with excellent communication. Everything was clean and tidy. We also booked the hot tub and this was really nice, you can control your own temperature and you have the best views. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful peaceful and very relaxing
One of the nicest places iv been will definitely come back again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gisela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
It has been amazing
Really nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Retreat
Great spot, loved the set up. Thanks for having us and for all your communication Claudine. 😇
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and peaceful
It was quite private, pretty views and cosy little cabins. Common area was nice and warm also. Hot tub under the stars is a selling point!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Malcolm M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Feb '22 stay
My partner and I stayed here for a night away from town as part of our anniversary. We found the place clean and tidy, and adequately supplied with kitchen utensils etc for our stay and needs. The hot tub was definitely one of the highlights of the stay! Even if enjoyed in the rain. The cabin bedroom(s) are very small... not a lot of extra storage space for bags etc. Suggest that you 'insert' a small pillow in the small window frame above the bed, as the light coming in through this in the morning was light enough to wake me up! The cabins are cute and cosy, and as only us there, had the main kitchen room to ourselves, so felt we could stretch out a bit more - might not have felt so "open" had we had to share that space with others. Needed the door handle/ knob fixing as came off in hand! And does make it tricky with no cell coverage for queries. Was a bit frustrated at some confusion around getting keys/where they were initially, but got there. Overall, can recommend 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dayna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute
Lovely little cabins! Loved the spa and the swimming hole at the top of the mountain is a must! :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Levi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay
Had such a great time at this property, it was so peaceful and relaxing and it was really good without reception and wifi haha
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021