Located in Methven, Big Tree Lodge Methven is a colonial villa and former vicarage, offering free Wi-Fi and free bicycle hire. Guests can prepare a meal in the shared kitchen or socialise in the shared lounge. Big Tree Lodge is a 3-minute drive from Methven Golf Course. It is a 40-minute drive from Mt Hutt Ski Resort and a 70-minute drive from Christchurch Airport. This budget-style accommodation offers rooms with free towels, linen and access to shared bathroom facilities. Some rooms feature heating, a kitchenette or a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Guests can relax by the log fire in the shared lounge, offering a selection of books, games and DVDs. Other facilities include free secure ski storage, BBQ facilities and a guest laundry. Mountain and airport transfers can be arranged in advance.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.2
Facilities
7.0
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.9
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
5.0
Low score for Methven
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Big Tree Lodge Methven

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Pet bowls
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Chinese

    House rules

    Big Tree Lodge Methven takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:30 to 21:30

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 2 years are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 2 and older are allowed)

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Big Tree Lodge Methven accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that payment and reservation is via Visa and Mastercard credit cards only.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.

    Please note that a final cleaning fee of NZD $150 will be charged if smoking in the room occurs.

    Please note that all special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Quiet rooms are not available as all rooms are located close to common areas as this property is small.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Big Tree Lodge Methven in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Big Tree Lodge Methven

    • Big Tree Lodge Methven offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Movie nights
      • Live music/performance

    • Check-in at Big Tree Lodge Methven is from 14:30, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The prices at Big Tree Lodge Methven may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Big Tree Lodge Methven is 650 yards from the centre of Methven. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.