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Tui Retreat | Lake Manapouri

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Property grounds
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Tui Retreat | Lake Manapouri

Take it easy at this peaceful, unique and cosy home. Our space is hidden away in the wee slice of paradise where the Waiau River meets Lake Manapouri. It's a sanctuary for nature and wilderness lovers, nestled into a breathtaking Beech forest. Beautiful birds fill the trees above. Fantastic fish fill the river and lake below. Humble and wondrous, it was built by local legends in the 70s, and is available for the first time ever as visitor accommodation, as of March 2022.

Property manager

Henry Hatherly

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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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

Pets

Pets not 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Manapouri

What's nearby

  • Lake Manapouri - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ivon Wilson Park - 14 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Te Anau Wildlife Centre - 14 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Kepler Track - 15 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre - 16 min drive - 20.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pearl Harbour Restaurant &Bar - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tui Retreat | Lake Manapouri pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tui Retreat | Lake Manapouri?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tui Retreat | Lake Manapouri?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tui Retreat | Lake Manapouri located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Lake Manapouri, Te Wahipounamu, and Frasers Beach. Ivon Wilson Park and Ivon Wilson Scenic Reserve are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Tui Retreat | Lake Manapouri Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

NATHAN F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magic spot
Great place to stay in special location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely bush setting
Peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

CRAIG T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet hideaway
Loved our time in Manapouri. Great spot amongst the trees. The furniture in the lounge and the kitchen cabinets could do with a little TLC, but overall a comfortable spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick overnight stay
The place is lovely. We arrived late and immediately put on the fire place. It feels like an old, loved home. It was clean and simple. Every room in the house was charming. The lake just moments away is just beautiful. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great older home in Manapoiri
Great older home in Manapouri. Most of the renters are in camper vans or tents. Some smaller wooden structures to rent, but this is the biggest house. It could accommodate 8 to 10 people maximum. Kitchen upstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Martin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky house in great location
The house is somewhat quirky- strange mix of retro and old style furniture, strange room layout (no toilet on upper floor). But we loved the location, surrounded by trees, close to the lake, quiet area. Wasn't made clear that the property has another dwelling nearby, but that wasn't a problem. The wood fueled hot tub was a bonus (although a fair bit of work!). Cleaning of spider webs from windows would be an improvement.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Rizelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a quaint rustic home with all the basics. It has character, the beds were comfortable, and the manager was very helpful. If you’re looking for a quiet place set in beautiful nature with a nice walking track along the lake behind the property, this is it. Just be prepared for the cold winter. There is a nice wood burning furnace with tons of wood available in the back of the house, the beds have electric blankets, and there is an AC/Heating unit in the dining area and bathroom…but still quite cold in the rooms. And at night you can see so many stars…absolutely beautiful. They also offered kayaks to take on the lake, but we did not take advantage of it. Overall, we had a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
This is a fantastic 2 story house in a great setting. Henry is a friendly, relaxed host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
House is a bit dated, but served our purposes very well. Circular staircase a nice feature.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maz W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We had a lovely few days at possum lodge. The house is quirky, warm and set amongst established trees, nestled in its own little forest right next to manapouri lake with its own access through the back gate, stunning. Henry was a wonderful host, friendly approachable and kept in contact our entire stay. The area has an abundance of activities and walks. Highly recommend a stay at possum lodge!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022