MenardsNZ Ecosanctuary Accommodation

Relax and unwind with a luxurious yet sustainable accommodation experience at the base of the spectacular Ben Ōhau mountain range, just 17km from Twizel.

The beautifully-furnished cottage has dramatic alpine views in all directions, and features a gorgeous wood-fired hot tub for two, ideal for bathing under the dazzling stars of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.

It’s an ideal base to explore the incredible Mackenzie Region – Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park and Lake Tekapo are a scenic 45-minute drive, and Lake Ōhau and the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are just 3km away. Twizel is an easy 20-minute drive with great cafes, restaurants, shops, and more.

MenardsNZ Ecosanctuary Accommodation won the Sustainability and Environmental Award in the 2022 South Canterbury NZ Business Excellence Awards. Sustainability is at the heart of the business, and the hosts endeavour to “walk the walk” by taking meaningful, practical actions in all their business operations. They’re committed to the New Zealand Tourism Sustainability Commitment, and Tiaki Promise.

Everything is provided for a comfortable stay with full kitchen, outdoor BBQ and dining, logburner, laundry facilities, Ecostore cleaning and body products, all linens, two bicycles, Smart TV x 2, and fast Wi-Fi. Continental breakfast is included.