Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

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Bird's eye view, Lake view, Mountain view
Nearby landmark, Bird's eye view, Lake view, Mountain view
Natural landscape, Lake view, Mountain view
Nearby landmark, Natural landscape, Lake view
Natural landscape
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9.2Outstanding
(23 Ratings)
"Retreat is the best word to describe this place. The location and views are incredible. The accommodation is luxurious. The food was amazing better than most taster menus we’ve experienced! Luke and h..."
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9.2 / 10
Outstanding(23 Ratings)

Nature lodge in Canterbury

2 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this nature lodge rental

Comfortable Accommodations

Amenities

Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Gym
Heating
Wheelchair accessible
Spa
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Ski in/Ski out
Garden
Laundry services
Sauna
Accessible Parking
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Ironing facilities
Key access
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Tennis court
Cleaning products

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Ratings and reviews

9.2 / 10
Outstanding(23 Ratings)
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9 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Everything
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Retreat is the best word to describe this place. The location and views are incredible. The accommodation is luxurious. The food was amazing better than most taster menus we’ve experienced! Luke and his staff were friendly and went out of their way to make our stay perfect.
Absolutely nothing
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2025
诚意满满,精心准备的晚餐,各种酒水塞满免费的迷你吧。远处的库克山,热情的牛羊。
住的不够久
6 / 10Average·Feb 2023
The shower was very good, the bed and pillows comfortable and the view towards the mountains was excellent. We ate in the main Lodge on two occasions with Luke, his wife Kaye and other guests which was very enjoyable. We attended a cooking demonstration with hufa which was excellent and was followed by a lovely lunch. Luke the owner was very prompt in coming to discuss all our concerns but couldn’t change anything, he offered the cooking demonstration and the opportunity to eat in the main lodge with him, which we accepted.
1) The gravel 1.25km road to the lodge was very uneven and full of pot holes. 2) There is no TV in any guest lodge (it’s not advertised as having a TV) but we would have liked the opportunity to choose ourselves but Luke decided ‘ no one would want to watch TV ! ‘ 3) No air conditioning in the lodge which makes it difficult to sleep when the weather is very warm, Luke said we should open the doors, but of course a lot of flies would come in and we were also worried about our security. We were given a fan. 3) The bathroom has a floor to ceiling window which is ‘mirrored’ on the outside and clear see through from inside, unfortunately, at night when the lights are on, it is totally see through from the OUTSIDE and there is no blind, which leaves you feeling very exposed. 4)Breakfast is continental and left in the fridge the day before. Eggs are available on request and brought to your lodge but by the time they arrive they are overcooked. 5) Dinner is also brought to your lodge and there is no choice, you have what the chef decides, in our four day stay we had beef twice and lamb twice and although it was excellently cooked we would have liked a choice. You also have up to a forty five minute wait between the starter and main course. 6) The photos on the website lead you to believe that all the guest lodges have a lake view, when in fact, only two have.

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FAQs

Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?

Yes, this nature lodge has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this nature lodge. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this nature lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat?

We found 23 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, gym, and heating.


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