Twizel, a picturesque destination in New Zealand is also the largest town in Mackenzie District, filled with many adventures for an unforgettable vacation. You’ll have enough options to keep you engaged, from the impressive Alps To Ocean Cycle Trail to High Country Salmon Farm, where you can buy fresh glacial mountain salmon.
If you’re on a romantic getaway, take a short drive to enjoy a captivating sunset at Lake Ruataniwha. You can also enjoy paddle boarding there. Twizel River is ideal for a relaxing retreat where you can savor your packed lunches after a fun walk on the children-friendly trail. Golf enthusiasts should not miss playing mini golf featuring mini penstocks at The Musterers Hut Cafe.
Enhance your vacation by booking a top accommodation with excellent amenities for your comfort. Scroll down for a list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Twizel, New Zealand!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Foehn Cottage (from USD 114)
Enjoy a peaceful stay in Foehn Cottage, ideal for couples or small families. It is a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute drive from conveniences at the town center. So, if you plan to use the well-appointed kitchen but need to buy some groceries, you’re only about 2 km (1.24 mi) from the supermarkets.
The backyard is an excellent spot for an evening barbeque with your loved ones. The front porch, overlooking the lush surrounding, is ideal for morning coffee or tea. You can use the free Wi-Fi to stay connected or finish any last-minute work.
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very comfortable stay at the cottage twizel is a great little town as wellextremely comfortable warm and well appointed cottagefoehn cottage is beautifully set up for a warm and comfortable stay in twizelfoehn cottage is a modern comfortable well appointed base for exploring the scenic splendour of the mackenzie regioncomfortable bed spacious shower well-appointed kitchen and good heaterCleanliness:
everything was clean and comfortablethe place was very clean and comfortablefabulous immaculately clean well appointed cottagenice place and very cleanit's extremely clean and feel fresh everHost:
philippa was vey helpfulgreat wee house very lovely hostsa warm welcome from the host and plenty of indoor and outdoor living spaces to enjoy our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was perfect - close to town but it felt more remotenice place and convenient locationthis airbnb is a cute convenient and private place to staywhat a stunning place to stay beautiful quiet location with a++ accommodation and facilities providedgreat location very comfortable clean and tidy
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2. Charming cottage with a hot tub at Kowhai Cottages (from USD 161)
Book one of the two rentals at Kowhai Cottages, featuring bright and rustic interiors with modern appliances. You can rent it long-term and expect a tranquil escape amidst verdant nature with essentials such as kitchen and laundry equipment. There’s a lockbox for self-check-in to ensure privacy and luggage drop-off is possible for early arrivals or late departures.
If you need to get some work done during your stay, the free Wi-Fi and workspace will be handy. After work, unwind by watching a Netflix movie or enjoy a dip in the private hot tub, available 24 hours.
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the bed was very comfortable as was the couchthe house felt like home very cozy with amazing amenities quiet and relaxing in a beautiful pine forestbeautiful and cozy home equipped with amenities neededwell equipped kitchen and utilities made it a great stop on a road tripamazing skylight over the bed to watch the starsCleanliness:
super clean and cozyeverything inside was clean and comfortablethe place was wonderfully clean and cozy with everything you neededthe interior is spacious clean and newit is beautiful spacious new and spotlessly cleanHost:
jana is a great hostour hosts were so welcoming and friendlyas hosts they were lovely as well - friendly and easy to chat withamazing property and hosts thought of absolutely everything you could imagine to make our stay as comfortable as possiblethis is a very nice little cabin set on the owners propertyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to the national park and amazing lakeswow this beautiful home is situated in a stunning locationit had beautiful surroundings and very close to town centreour favorite place in new zealand fantastic setting easy gateway to mount cooki highly recommend jana's place if you're in the twizel area
3. NOMAC No8 (from USD 310)
NOMAC No8 is the ideal rental if you want to relax in a rural setting. It affords stunning views of the Mackenzie tussock land and Ben Ohau Range, which you can relish from the patio. You can walk for 25 minutes to get your daily supplies in the township. Free parking is available, too, so feel free to bring your car.
Start your day with a hot cuppa prepared using the Nespresso machine before heading out for your day ventures. Upon return, you can have a nice, relaxing bath in the tub and cast away your worries. Later, the outside dining area can be used for a family dinner or barbecue session.
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clean everything you could ask forRead more reviewsLocation:
such a beautiful location
4. Bright and clean rental near the town center (from USD 102)
If you’re looking for a rental near facilities, this neat and clean home is for you. It is only a five-minute walk away from the town center. During your visit, you will have free access to a washer and a dryer for a clean supply of clothes. Bed linens and bathroom essentials such as body soap and a hair dryer are also provided.
During downtime, you can watch TV on the cozy couch and turn on the air-conditioning or heating to ensure comfort in any weather. The lovely wooden patio is also an ideal spot to unwind.
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very well equipped and nice bed and bathroomCleanliness:
destination twizel was clean comfortable and well appointednicely presented neat and very clean home with modern amenitiesspotlessly clean comfortable beds and so close to four square supermarkets and lovely set of shopslovely and clean home :)Host:
our accommodation was awesome- very comfortable and user friendlyour host provided lots of information about the area and was extremely responsive to inquiriesRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to stay close to everythinggreat location for exploring around mt cookbeautiful house in a beautiful locationoutstanding house get location definitely stay there againgreat location to stay for trips to mt cook or lake tekapo
5. Charming farm stay on an extensive property
Treat your family to an experience of a lifetime in this charming farm stay on 75 ac (30.35 ha) of land. Whether it’s feeding the farm animals or relishing a relaxing soak in the outdoor bathtubs, you will have plenty of activities to keep you delighted. On idle days, you can watch a Netflix blockbuster or use the high-speed Wi-Fi to post stunning holiday pictures on social media.
Feel free to walk around the farm when the weather is nice, and don’t worry about getting your clothes dirty as a washing machine is at your disposal.
Twizel, Canterbury, New Zealand
3.9 km (2.5 mi) from High Country SalmonAccommodates: 4
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bed was super comfortable with a lovely viewthis is a lovely warm sunny cottage with generous sized roomsthe cabin has modern appliances and all you'll need for a comfortable staytoys books netflix in the apartment made it perfect for our family with 2 young kidsCleanliness:
great stay - very clean and comfortablethe house was super clean with everything you needed to be able to cookbeautiful location exceptionally clean and welcoming placeHost:
the hosts made us feel extremely welcome and the animals were all very friendly tooangela provided so much background information and it was really helpfulgreat location cute farm animals accessible and friendly angela was a great host would highly recommendthe animals are all very friendly to be interacted withextremely family friendly with a portacot and toys/games availableRead more reviewsLocation:
family stay awesome location and a memorable experiencecute animals all over the placethe location was quiet peaceful and picturesque yet close to town with a short drivean awesome location and we had a marvellous time :)a great location with great views
6. Black Stilt Retreat (from USD 150)
Black Stilt Retreat is a stylishly designed home in a private setting. It welcomes long-term rentals and provides convenient facilities, including a free washer, dryer, and parking. You will also have access to complimentary Wi-Fi to remain in touch with loved ones and a Smart TV for entertainment.
This single-level home features an excellent spot to unwind over wine and barbeque in the fenced backyard. You can turn on the Bluetooth sound system and play suitable music to elevate the setting.
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we had a very comfortable stayCleanliness:
everything is very clean and beautifully decoratedamys place is clean warm and spacious very smart stylish and exceeded our expectationsRead more reviewsLocation:
we had a wonderful stay the location is quiet and we had everything we neededthe highlight of our australia / new zealand trip was our stay at amy’s placeamy’s place is just gorgeouseverything was immaculate and the perfect vacation place to explore from
7. No.25 (from USD 113)
Imagine drinking coffee in the yard while admiring spectacular mountain views every morning. You can have that in No.25, a trendy rental with an open layout. It is suited for couples or solo travelers and is close to conveniences. Fun water ventures at Lake Ruataniwha are a five-minute walk away, and town amenities can be accessed via a five-minute drive.
This modern home provides all bathroom essentials, including shampoo and shower gel for refreshing showers. For entertainment, it has Netflix, books, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The Alexa Bluetooth sound system will come in handy when you want to groove to your favorite music.
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the kitchen area is very well equipped and the bed is amazingly comfyCleanliness:
very tidy and clean placethe place was spotlessly clean cozy and warmspotless and very comfortable new unitit was spotlessly clean nicely decorated comfortable and had everything we needednewly furbished and very cleanHost:
they were very helpful and friendly toobeautiful place with lovely hostsnatasha and bruce were very helpful and frieindlyRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location right by a lake and walking distance to restaurants and food trucksgreat location warm quiet and close to naturethe property was ideal in every way in a quiet locationgreat location perfect for a couplegreat location near the lake and a 40-50min drive to mount cook / aoraki
8. Matukituki Gold (from USD 196)
Matukituki Gold, surrounded by extensive lands, is a spectacular family vacation rental. It has ample play space for your younger guests in the large yard, which is fully fenced to provide mental peace to parents. You can grill barbeque on the furnished patio and enjoy a drink or two as the little ones are engaged in their playtime. Later, continue bonding in the bright, spacious living room, watching TV. And if it gets chilly, light up the fireplace to warm you up.
This fully furnished home features room-darkening shades to enjoy sleep-ins. Extra pillows and blankets are also available if needed. You can book this single-level home for an extended period if it suits you.
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place was spacious and had an amazing view of the mountains from the living room kitchen and master bedroomlove the stunning view of the mountains from the living room thank you for a wonderful stayCleanliness:
clean modern and handy to town and the lakebeautiful clean and a wonderful place for a girls weekend attending a weddingquiet clean and spacious lovely space with beautiful viewshouse was very spacious which was great for usHost:
thanks to the owners who allowed us to stay in what is their family holiday houseRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the house and locationlovely house in a quiet locationnice location for visiting tekapo and mt cookbeautiful house in a peaceful and tranquil locationwe loved the quiet location just 2 km from twizel
9. The Nest (from USD 82)
The Nest is a budget-friendly rental perfect for solo or duo travelers seeking a rural escape. It promises a quiet stay despite being 2 km (1.24 mi) from the town center. You will relish beautiful mountain and garden views as you sip your morning coffee or evening beer on the porch. A picnic table is also there for you! Best of all, breakfast is provided during your stay.
This cozy home allows extended stays and provides free on-site parking. It features a free washer and drying rack so you never run out of clean clothes.
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friendly hosts great amenities and breakfastthere is a huge and amazingly comfortable bed this was a "nest" i never wanted to leavehad a very comfortable stay and would definitely returnwe really enjoyed our stay and they even prepared breakfast for us with fresh eggs from their chickensthe complimentary breakfast was delicious as well i highly recommend this listingCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablespotlessly clean with lovely touchessuper clean spacious and nice and quitethe unit is clean and comfortablethe place is so clean and the bed comfortableHost:
caring and friendly hostsjeanette and bruce were lovely hostsjeanette and bruce were excellent hosts and the breakfast they provided was deliciousjeanette and bruce’s home is lovely they are wonderful hosts they were very welcoming of me into their homewonderful hosts and beautiful peaceful surroundingRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely location and well set out suitebeautiful quiet location surrounded by almond trees and flower gardentwizel is a great location unit was very comfortable with everything neededone of our favourite stays beautiful area and easy walk to the lakewas a perfect place to stay for exploring mt
10. Chic rental with smart decor (from USD 175)
The rental is ideal for families traveling with a boat, as ample parking space is available. Whether on the spacious living room area or the adjacent furnished patio, it has enough options for lounging or unwinding. The comfortable L-shaped sofa will offer a great spot to retire to after a long day. When you want some action, the lush yard can be used to play any outdoor game you like, such as frisbee.
The outdoor dining area makes for a fantastic picnic spot on a bright and sunny day. And since the property is fully fenced, you can enjoy privacy while spending quality family time.
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greatly appreciated the motion lighting in the bathroomsCleanliness:
clean tidy well-appointedRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing property great location as our base to visit aoraki and hooker valley trackfantastic house and place to stay
Fantastic rentals for a memorable vacation in Twizel
Twizel has all the fun activities and scenic beauty to make your holiday worthwhile. All you need is a top accommodation to elevate your visit. So, book one of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Twizel, New Zealand, from this list and have a wonderful stay!
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