"Great Scott" Great spot your Tekapo Retreat

–Excellent location - show map
+8 photos
Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Free WiFi

10
  • The entire place is yours
  • 1055 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Great Scott offers a holiday home in Lake Tekapo with three bedrooms and a living room. Guests enjoy garden views and a terrace, complemented by free WiFi. Outdoor Amenities: The property features a tennis court, outdoor play area, and picnic spots. An outdoor seating area provides relaxation, while the children's playground caters to younger visitors. Convenient Facilities: Amenities include air-conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and free on-site private parking. Additional features include a balcony, dining area, and free toiletries. Local Attractions: Mt. Dobson is 45 km away, and Richard Pearse Airport is 96 km from the property. Hiking enthusiasts can explore nearby trails. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for room comfort, cleanliness, and attentive host.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Lake Tekapo, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Donna
Australia Australia
“Lovely house set up for a great holiday. Kitchen included everything a cook would require. We loved the full size fridge and freezer. Full laundry facilities. Very comfortable bed with lovely linens. Beautiful views to the surrounding snow-capped...”
Rumble
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great place, nice and warm and nicely furnished etc. Fireplace was great. Great water pressure in the shower”
Maxx
Australia Australia
“Very spacious property with a nice fire that was set up ready to go, you could definitely stay here easily on a longer holiday or a shorter one. Plenty of space for everyone and walkable from the main town if you'd like to. Cooking and cleaning...”
Kim
Australia Australia
“The house was comfy, warm, clean and inviting. Perfect for a weekend stay. The location was great. A short drive to the town or a nice walk. It was the perfect size for a group of friends. The shower was good as well - which isn't always the...”
Yo
Taiwan Taiwan
“Darryl's house is great which includes everything we need.”
Anita
New Zealand New Zealand
“The view, the fireplace and the toiletries were a great touch. Electric blankets were great. Comfy house and we wished we were staying longer!”
Drsc89
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Amazing holiday home, clean, well organised, and tastefully designed. It's probably one of the best accommodations in Lake Tekapo.”
Paul
Singapore Singapore
“Great location for someone who enjoys peace and serenity!”
Roisin
New Zealand New Zealand
“Everything about the property was amazing - warm, well equipped and close to town.”
Tahlia
Australia Australia
“Fantastic place to stay. Decked out in quality furnishings, beds, linen and kitchen wear. Felt like staying in a rich friend’s home instead of a holiday house. Beautiful big windows to allow lots of light in. Great location for kids. I would...”

Hosted by Darryl

9.6
Host review score
Darryl
Newly renovated 3 bedroom house, really spacious and cosy!!!! great Spot - Master bedroom has 1 queen bed, room 2 has 1 queen bed too and the last room has 2 singles - Really sunny living room - Close to town/ lake and the Church (5 min) - Fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware, fridge, freezer, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, kettle -Large deck and good garden space for a good Star Gazing - laundry facilities (washing machine and dryer) - free unlimited internet - We provide hot drinks like tea/ coffee/ hot chocolate - You have also shampoo/body wash / hair dryer available - TV has Netflix and Youtube (Free access only)
the co-host, property manager leaves near by and she is happy to help with any questions or concern. We are here to make your stay as enjoyable as possible and we well known the area :) Don't hesitate to contact us! we are multinational. We can converse in English/ Indi and Japanese.
Close to the town centre and the church of the good shepherd (10 min walk) Close to the restaurants Lake nearby 7 min drive to Tekapo Springs 45 min drive to Round hill ski field 75 min drive to Mt Cook
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

"Great Scott" Great spot your Tekapo Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 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 option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 100 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age 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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform "Great Scott" Great spot your Tekapo Retreat 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.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 100 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.