Small but perfectly formed, The Red Nest offers cosy mountain accommodation at its best.  Enjoy spectacular mountain and Lake Tekapo views at this well-appointed holiday home, 3 minutes’ drive from Tekapo’s restaurants, shops, hot springs and observatory.

Ideal for couples or a solo retreat, this self-contained cottage features one double and one very small single bedroom. It offers a bathroom, and full kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine and TV. To help you stay warm during the Tekapo winter there are electric blankets on the beds and a heat pump.

The Aoraki Mackenzie district is renowned for its night sky (the largest Dark Sky Reserve in the world), beautiful scenery and unbeatable climate. Whatever the season, you’ll never be short of things to do in Tekapo, including skiing, walking, horse trekking, hot pools, star-gazing, scenic flights, boating and ice skating. Close to everything Tekapo has to offer, Cowan’s Hill Reserve with its popular walking and biking tracks is right outside The Red Nest’s back door. For those looking to make the most of the Lake Tekapo ski scene, Mt Dobson and Roundhill Ski Areas are both 50 minutes away.

Tekapo is the perfect base for exploring New Zealand tourist attractions further afield, like Twizel (40 minutes from Tekapo), Ohau Ski Field (1 hour 30 minutes) and Aoraki Mount Cook (1 hour 10 minutes). It’s on the main highway between the cities of Christchurch and Queenstown, both equipped with international airports, and one hour from Timaru, Tekapo’s nearest airport.

By prior agreement well-behaved family dogs are welcome to stay with you at this pet-friendly property (not fenced). See our FAQ’s for more details.

Bedrooms:

1. Queen bed
2. Single

Standard nightly rates:

• from $285 for 1-2 guests, depending on season
• plus $50 per extra guest
• under 2 yrs free in a port-a-cot (available for hire @ $10/stay)
• dog stay fee $30
• linen, towels and cleaning included

2 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY –  this may increase during peak periods. One night stay requests may be accepted depending on availability, and would incur a surcharge.

EARLY-BIRD Autumn Special available now for off-peak stays of 2+ nights in May & June 2025.

The Red Nest is situated beside Castle Hall, an 8-bed property, making it the ideal place to stay in Tekapo when traveling with a larger group, but seeking some independence.