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The River Cabin, Twizel.

Twizel vacation home with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace
Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Twizel, Canterbury
  • Place, Mueller Ridge
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Tekapo
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Twizel

On river.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Twizel vacation home, you'll find Mueller Ridge and Twizel Town Centre. Lake Ruataniwha is within 6 miles (10 km) and Lake Pukaki is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mueller Ridge - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Twizel Town Centre - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 49 min drive - 74.7 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 49 min drive - 76.2 km
  • Lake Tekapo - 50 min drive - 75.1 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poppies Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Vier Project - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ministry of Works - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The River Cabin, Twizel.

Indulge in the serenity of nature and embrace the ultimate unique and tranquil getaway at The River Cabin in Twizel. Nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Mackenzie Country, our charming private cabin offers an idyllic retreat for those seeking a peaceful escape at the riverside where every glance reveals a picture-perfect moment.
Embark on hiking or biking adventures or simply relax by the riverside with a good book. The possibilities are as endless as the scenic vistas that await you. While this property is pet friendly, please note it is not fully fenced.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

217251

Frequently asked questions

How close is The River Cabin, Twizel. to the airport?

This vacation home is 97.4 mi (112-min drive) away from the Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The River Cabin, Twizel. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The River Cabin, Twizel. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The River Cabin, Twizel.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The River Cabin, Twizel.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The River Cabin, Twizel.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The River Cabin, Twizel. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The River Cabin, Twizel. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The River Cabin, Twizel. to downtown Twizel?

This vacation home is 1.6 mi away from Twizel.

The River Cabin, Twizel. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, well-presented and functional property. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sadie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay. Good location and great to be dog friendly with a huge garden for running around in. House was well equipped and cosy.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

4/10 Poor

Andrew H.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and easy to get to everything I wanted to do.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot to stay, just outside of town. Clean, quiet, comfortable and well-equipped. We loved the fire and the yard was great for football. Close to river walks and biking trails. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed the river side location on the outskirts of the town & the plywood interior.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue S., Weimar CA. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cozy home on a quiet street. We loved sitting out on the front deck enjoying a glass of wine at the end of the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Brendon E.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was easy. The property was exactly what we needed and perfect for us, our son and the dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian M., Christchurch, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely small holiday home on the edge of town. Super quiet area. Perfect for a couple or small family. Huuuuge fenced grassy area, for the dog to run around in safety, looking northwards down onto the Fraser river with gorgeous autumn colours. Really good woodburner and all mod cons, Wifi excellent, comfy bed, with lots of blankets and duvets, powerful shower with endless hot water. Second stay here in 6 months and will be back- endless outdoor things to do in the Twizel area.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous!

A great place to stay - a really homely feel, lovely wood fire and nice to be able to wander down to the river and along the banks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin, Church Stretton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We wouldn't have any hesitation to recommend this property. It is a unique, spacious, comfortable well equipped accommodation with a great outdoor space. Quiet location. There's a very pleasant 30 minute walk into town along the river. No significant problems, but curtains in the bedrooms (small windows) would have been appreciated. We couldn't find any coat hangers!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa A.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone S.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

A well loved & crafted home that was easy to relax and live in- superb!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

irene L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Twizel cottage

Perfect location, close to fishing, twizel, great base for cycling,
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian & Mary-Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well appointed bach, lovely location

It was a pleasure to stay at this bach. The owners had obviously put a lot of thought and care into making this place comfortable and very easy to stay in. It was exceptionally clean, warm, comfortable and had everything we needed. This place rates as one of the best places we have stay in and we would love to return. Thank you to the host for being so generous and welcoming with all the little individual touches, making it a place to remember. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

H C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, clean & well equipped

Great place to stay for exploring the surrounding sights. The cottage is well equipped, tidy and clean and so warm and cosy on a cold night. Just 5 mins drive into Twizel, so handy for all amenities. Definitely recommend. Amy and Brooke are great hosts. 👌
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely accommodation

It was a lovely place to stay, very peaceful and tranquil and as I was doing business in Twizel it was nice to come back and relax there in the evenings. Just a couple of recommendations : a curtain over the bedroom top window would be good, there was no iron and a shaving mirror in the bathroom would be helpful as the mirror is on the opposite wall. Otherwise, absolutely no complaints. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size property. Close to town centre. Quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024