Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is set in a forest wilderness, nestled between the turquoise blue waters of Lake Pūkaki and the majestic Ben Ōhau ranges. It is right on the doorstep of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park located in the beautiful and unique Te Wāhipounamu World Heritage Area.

Offering 3 luxury villa accommodations, the Retreat is a luxury lodge with onsite facilities including The Moraine wedding & events venue, stargazing at Pūkaki Observatory, tennis court, and 5kms of walking tracks.

2-3 hours drive from Queenstown, 10 minutes from Twizel, and 40 minutes from Lake Tekapo.

Ashley Mackenzie Villa

Overlooking the turquoise-coloured waters of Lake Pūkaki with views through to Aoraki/Mount Cook. The two large double bedrooms have been designed in the style of a European farmhouse with thick 600mm walls, high wood ceilings, Italian sandstone flooring, leadlight windows and double glazing. With elegant rooms, superb views, large en-suites, and a central drawing room, this is a unique location for your next getaway.

Moraine Villas

Overlooking the tawny farmscape of the Mackenzie Region towards the Ben Ōhau ranges. Each villa has two large double bedrooms, designed in the style of a European farmhouse, with thick 600mm walls, high wood ceilings, Italian sandstone flooring, leadlight windows, double glazing and an outdoor freshwater artesian hot tub.