2/10 Terrible
Gretchen R.
7 Aug 2020
Disliked: Cleanliness
An absolute Disgrace /
Gretchen R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Entire home
Warm with fireplace, English country style, nice garden, Starlight De Heaven!
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Reviews
6.06.0 out of 10
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8170 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Lake Tekapo, Lake Tekapo
- Church of the Good Shepherd14 min walk
- Dark Sky Project16 min walk
- Tekapo Springs4 min drive
Room options
About the area
Lake Tekapo
At this cottage you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Cowans Hill Walkway and Church of the Good Shepherd. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, a living room and a dining area are also available.
What's nearby
- Church of the Good Shepherd - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Sheepdog Statue - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Dark Sky Project - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Tekapo Springs - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
- Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 163 min drive
Restaurants
- Dark Sky Project - 16 min walk
- Mackenzie's Stonegrill - 14 min walk
- Kohan Restaurant - 14 min walk
- Jack Rabbit - 12 min walk
- Reflections Cafe & Restaurant - 15 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Warm with fireplace, English country style, nice garden, Starlight De Heaven!
Starlight De Heaven is a fully self contained cosy two storey character cottage featuring three spacious private bedrooms with separate entrances, two private bathrooms and a spa bathtub. The upper floor has a wrap around deck with mountain and lake views, and there has fireplace that was mine favorite, also my guest's love! This is especially important in winter if you like to ski.
The house is located next to the pine forest (Cowans Hill Walkway) in a quiet part of the village away from the main highway. It is easy walking only 1000 meter distance to the lake, Church of the Good Shepherd and Lake Tekapo village.
Famous Mount Cook Hooker Valley is 1 hour 10 minutes away. You can see Tasman glaciers over there.
Also, It is a 17 minutes drive to Mount John observatory which has a full view over Lake Tekapo and is an excellent point to appreciate starlight. However they will charge you if you would like to go up there at night. Anywhere else is free to do stargazing though.
Special conditions:
No Pets,
No Party,
No Smoking,
Keep Quite after 10:00 pm,
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$150.00 per stay);
The house is located next to the pine forest (Cowans Hill Walkway) in a quiet part of the village away from the main highway. It is easy walking only 1000 meter distance to the lake, Church of the Good Shepherd and Lake Tekapo village.
Famous Mount Cook Hooker Valley is 1 hour 10 minutes away. You can see Tasman glaciers over there.
Also, It is a 17 minutes drive to Mount John observatory which has a full view over Lake Tekapo and is an excellent point to appreciate starlight. However they will charge you if you would like to go up there at night. Anywhere else is free to do stargazing though.
Special conditions:
No Pets,
No Party,
No Smoking,
Keep Quite after 10:00 pm,
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$150.00 per stay);
Property manager
Helen Liu-619
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach loungers
Ski
- Close to skiing
- Snowboarding nearby
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 private bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Books
- Smart TV
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Safe
Location highlights
- In a village
- In the mountains
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near the bay
- On a lake
Things to do
- Bicycles
- Boat
- Snow sports gear
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Winery tours nearby
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
- Bicycles
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,830 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
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
On-site 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 that 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.
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
Welcome to Starlight De Heaven Cottage
Welcome to Starlight De Heaven Lake Tekapo
Welcome to Starlight De Heaven Cottage Lake Tekapo
Frequently asked questions
Does Warm with fireplace, English country style, nice garden, Starlight De Heaven! have a pool?
No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.
Is Warm with fireplace, English country style, nice garden, Starlight De Heaven! family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a BBQ and children's books, it's no surprise that Warm with fireplace, English country style, nice garden, Starlight De Heaven! is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Warm with fireplace, English country style, nice garden, Starlight De Heaven!?
No, Warm with fireplace, English country style, nice garden, Starlight De Heaven! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Are pets allowed at Warm with fireplace, English country style, nice garden, Starlight De Heaven!?
No, pets are not allowed.
Warm with fireplace, English country style, nice garden, Starlight De Heaven! Reviews
Reviews
6.0
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6.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Geok C., New Zealand
17 Mar 2020
Disliked: Cleanliness
The most horrible holiday place
We arrived at 4pm. Door was opened and someone came & mentioned he did not know about our checking in. He mentioned the place has not been cleaned and if we are not happy to find alternative. He does'nt care. I called owner who spoke to him and he mentioned we have to wait 1.5hours for him to clean up after telling us to find alternative. Owner found us alternative BUT we had to reload all luggages & stuff. This is very upsetting for all especially me who did all the bookings. How is it that we did not get any refund back re owner's fee, cleaning fee, etc. Please advise
Geok C.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Emily M.
18 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
The house was just what we needed - lots of beds, two bathrooms, nice and spacious
Emily M.
6/10 Okay
Daleen C.
6 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice family house
Arrived late afternoon to found that the house was already occupied by other tenants however, after contacting the owner, she dealt with the issue and was resolved shortly after. Laundry floor needs urgent attention, tiles are loose. Lack of equipment in kitchen, excisting cooking utensils needs replacement due to rust.
Overall, the cleanliness of the property and bedding was excellent. Excellent view over the lake and sufficient heating.
Daleen C.
8/10 Good
jackie S.
4 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Tekapo star gazing stay
warm cosy house .We loved our stay here and would use it again
jackie S.
6/10 Okay
Yuen Kwong T.
29 Sept 2019
Disliked: Cleanliness
Looks different than the listing
Overall...it’s not value for money.
Yuen Kwong T.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
8/10 Good
Ravi C.
4 May 2019
Well presented and pleasant.
Happily go back
Ravi C.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019