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The 10 Best South Island Villas - Mansions in South Island, New Zealand

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Amberlea Cottages 5 stars

Hokitika

Featuring quiet street views, Amberlea Cottages features accommodation with balcony, around 1.1 km from Hokitika Beach. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. The holiday home offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Very pleasant stay at Amberlea Cottages. The place was immaculately clean. Beds had more than enough linens to please any sleeper. Nice fluffy towels. Convenient location. Can walk the few blocks to town.The shower had great pressure and lots of hot water.

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9.4
Superb
1,010 reviews
Price from
£81
per night

Flat Rock

Lake Tekapo

This holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. This was a great place in Lake Tekapo. The community was quiet, the kitchen was fully equipped, the bathroom nice and had a wonderful hot shower with high pressure, and the beds were SO comfy and had a much-needed heated pad. We had a car so it was a 4-minute drive to Four Square grocery (where you can walk to the Tekapo waterfront), but we also walked, and it took about 20-25 minutes, so depending on what you'd prefer, it's still reasonably close for those without a car. One thing to note, but not necessarily a bad thing, they do have a washer, but only a drying rack. This didn't bother me, but just wanted to let others know. Overall the stay was very cozy and I would absolutely come back here.

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9.4
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
£110
per night

The Tussocks, Arthur's Pass

Arthur's Pass

Situated in Arthur's Pass and only 300 metres from Arthur's Pass National Park, The Tussocks, Arthur's Pass features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated holiday home is located 700 metres from Arthur's Pass Train Station and 1.8 km from Devils Punchbowl Falls. The property is non-smoking and is set 5.3 km from Temple Basin. It was a very cozy and clean place to stay, and the host was incredibly friendly. They even allowed me to check in earlier and check out later.

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9.3
Superb
100 reviews

Outback on Broadway

Picton

The 2-bedroom holiday home is fitted with a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Location was excellent. comfortable and quiet

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9
Superb
159 reviews
Price from
£113
per night

Neptune - Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

The spacious holiday home comes with 4 separate bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. very clean, perfect situation, staffs were helpful and patient, they can solve problems even if it isn't related to their house.

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9.3
Superb
108 reviews
Price from
£272
per night

Country Retreats on Ranzau 1

Nelson

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a heated pool, Country Retreats on Ranzau 1 is set in Nelson. This holiday home features a garden. The holiday home also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Our unit was super clean, modern and the beds were comfortable. We liked the option of being able to take our dog, we decided not to this time though. Was thoughtful to have some drinks, chocolates, milk and biscuits ready for our arrival as well as some fresh eggs in the fridge. Having the use of the free washing machine and drier was fab.

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9.4
Superb
101 reviews
Price from
£133
per night

Country Cottage Rotorua

Whakatahuri

Offering quiet street views, Country Cottage Rotorua is an accommodation set in Whakatahuri, 22 km from Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park and 26 km from Buried Village. The air-conditioned accommodation is 13 km from Rotorua International Stadium, and guests can benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 14 km from Paradise Valley Springs. Tracey was so friendly when we arrived and it was nice to be greeting. The accommodation was clean and immaculate, the cottage had a good shower and had all the amenities we needed for one night. I accidently left some sentimental jewellery at the cottage and Colin posted it back to me at no charge and was so helpful and kind as I was really upset that I had lost it. That is five star service and I would definitely stay here again.

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9.3
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Stylish on Severne

Blenheim

The spacious holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the quiet street views. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. House was absolutely perfect for 2 couples. Great location, great facilities and great hosts. We would recommend Stylish on Severne to anyone wanting to visit Blenheim.

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9.6
Exceptional
122 reviews
Price from
£122
per night

Petes Place

Arthur's Pass

Boasting a patio with mountain views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Petes Place can be found in Arthur's Pass, close to Arthur's Pass Train Station and 700 metres from Arthur's Pass National Park. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features free shuttle service and luggage storage space for guests. Cosy, warm, reasonably priced, well kitted out.

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9.6
Exceptional
115 reviews

The Landsborough Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

Set in Lake Tekapo, within 46 km of Mt. Dobson, The Landsborough Tekapo offers accommodation with air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. The dip recipe and ingredients were a nice, welcoming touch.

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9.8
Exceptional
148 reviews
Price from
£189
per night

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