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Fairlie

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Fairlie is a quintessential rural New Zealand town and the eastern gateway to the Mackenzie region. The picturesque town has four distinctive seasons. In summer the town is a suntrap with long hot days offering plenty of time to explore. Come autumn the main street is framed by hues of gold and orange while in winter Fairlie can often be dusted in snow. Spring puts on a colourful display in contrast to the rich green rolling hills and pastures.

Plenty to see and do

Fairlie is also a recreational playground offering a stunning golf course complete with mountain views, boating and fishing in the rivers and on Lake Opuha, hunting and hiking in the hills and in winter great skiing and fun at Mount Dobson. Discover the intriguing history at the Fairlie museum and at Mabel Binney Cottage or visit one of the many local art galleries. After a day exploring settle in for the night at one of the farmstays in the area and enjoy a true ‘Kiwi’ experience.

How far to…

Christchurch: 2 hours, 30 mins drive

Lake Tekapo: 30 mins drive

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Mackenzie Region

Adventure South NZ

New Zealand guided cycling and hiking holidays since 1992.
Fairlie

Allandale Lodge
$175 -

Historic B&B nestled on five acres of farmland, surrounded by beautiful mountains.
Mackenzie Region

Alpha CruX – Stargazing & Astrophotography
$125 - $199

Private stargazing tours & astrophotography lessons brought to you.
Fairlie

Aorangi Motel
$120 - $200

Warm, spacious and family friendly motel. Family owned and operated.
Fairlie

Back Country Trout
$850 -

Guided fishing trips around the Mackenzie for wild brown and rainbow trout.
Fairlie

Carnegies Restaurant & Bar

A friendly welcoming atmosphere with beautiful meals from a wood-fired oven
Fairlie

Crêpe Lady

Mobile crêperie offering authentic sweet and savoury French crêpes. Bon appétit!
Fairlie

Eat Cafe & Bar

Great food, great gluten-free options, great coffee, great wines, great service!
Fairlie

Fairlie Bakehouse

Freshly made each day using local produce wherever possible.
Fairlie

Fairlie Creek Guest House
$160 - $272

Stylish mid-century guest house in the centre of Fairlie.
Fairlie

Fairlie Golf Club

A well-groomed, flat, 18 hole course on Talbot Road
Fairlie

Fairlie Heritage Museum

Collect & preserve articles and memorabilia illustrating customs and events of early days.
Fairlie

Fairlie Holiday Park
$15 - $175

Quiet family holiday park, friendly staff, great facilities, close to Tekapo. Affordable rates.
Fairlie

Fairlie Hotel Top Pub
50 -

Historic hotel, bar, restaurant and accommodation. Courtesy van available.
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Farm Barn Cafe & Gifts

The perfect place to stop for a break when travelling through.
Fairlie

Four Peaks High Country Track
$110 - $415

Enjoyable and satisfying walk to experience charming shepherds’ huts.
Fairlie

Fox Cottage
$250 - $550

Luxury holiday home on a high country station.
Fairlie

Gem Alpacas Farm Tours
$15 - $25

Meet alpaca, llama & sheep and feed them while learning all about them!
Fairlie

Gladstone Hotel
55 -

Bar, restaurant and accommodation. Beer garden and courtesy van.
Mackenzie Region

GreatSights Day Tours
$141 - $287

GreatSights is New Zealand's premier sightseeing tour company.
Fairlie

Hungry Birds

Authentic food that's reasonably priced, simple, seasonal & fresh!
Fairlie

Lambrook Farm Cottages
$80 - $200

Affordably priced, these cottages are ideally suited for families or groups.
Mackenzie Region

Mackenzie Gateway Tours

Mini-tours based Mackenzie all around the Mackenzie Region.
Mackenzie Region

Mackenzie High Country Tours

Walking or four-wheel drive; half or full-day excursions; one to four people.
Fairlie

Mackenzie Motels
$110 - $130

Situated in the heart of Fairlie, affordable, renovated studio units, free Wi-Fi.
Fairlie

Mount Dobson Ski Area
$28 - $80

Fun skiing and snowboarding experience for everyone, for all abilities.
Kimbell

Mt Dobson Motel
$90 - $189

Five motel units situated in a beautiful, quiet rural settlement of Kimbell.
Fairlie

Museum Café

Organic wholefoods and café - gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian & vegan options.
Fairlie

Musterer's Accommodation
$110 - $225

Boutique accommodation set on six acres on the outskirts of Fairlie.
Mackenzie Region

New Zealand Safaris

Hunting outfitters offering the highest quality hunting experience in the country.
Twizel

NZ Travel Adventure Guided Tours

Walking, stargazing & photography workshops plus private guiding options.
Albury

Opawa Homestead
$180 - $300

A historic homestead available for your special event or romantic weekend getaway.
Fairlie

Paca Shack

Exclusive alpaca products, yarn hand-knitted and commercially made products.
Fairlie

Pinewood Motels
$120 - $200

Large, spacious self-contained motel, a mix of studio and family units.
Fairlie

Possum Cottage
$120 - $240

A self-contained cottage on a sheep, deer, and cattle farm.
Fairlie

Raincliff Scout Camp
9 - 18

Affordable accommodation for small to large groups, quiet peaceful setting.
Mackenzie Region

Red Stag Hunting NZ

Professional hunting outfit, quality animals, amazing scenery, home-cooked meals.
Fairlie

Shear-vue Farmstay
$200 - $400

Farmstay including farmyard tour, with self-contained cottage near Fairlie.
Mackenzie Region

She’s On The Fly
$500 - $1,000

Professional guided fly fishing/canal fishing based in the South Island.
Kimbell

Silverstream Hotel

Country hotel, friendly atmosphere, only 20 minutes from Mount Dobson Ski Field.
Fairlie

Skipton Animal Park
$7 - $12

A great place for families and animal lovers of all ages to visit!
Fairlie

St. Elmo's Cottage
$150 - $450

Three-bedroom country house, privately situated under the foothills of the Mackenzie.
Mackenzie Region

Twizel Taxis & Tours

Private hire small passenger service, NZTA licenced provider based in Twizel/Omarama.
Fairlie

Wander Lodge
$140 - $200

Cosy cottage set amongst five acres of Douglas Fir trees, beautiful surroundings.