Lake and Mountain Views - excellent skiing, tramping, cycling and water sports | House in Ohau

10.0 (39 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Ohau House | Lake and Mountain Views - excellent skiing, tramping, cycling and water sports

3 Bedroom House in Ohau

Ben Ohau Retreat is a luxury self contained holiday home, located on the shores of Lake Ohau close to the southern Alps in the tussock strewn MacKenzie country.
It provides access to year round fly fishing, tramping and more relaxed nature walks, mountain biking, skiing and the opportunity to observe the rare black Stilt in natural environments. The Alps to Ocean cycle track and Te Araroa walk are a stones throw away.
The house has 3 double bedrooms and a bunk room - sleeping up to 8 people. The large deck provides marvelous evening views of the sun setting on craggy Ben Ohau and the Benmore Range. Nestled in the lee of the predominant Northwesterly winds it is not far to go to see lovely views of NZ's highest peak Mt Cook and also locally known as Aorangi. Tramping, mountain biking, lake and river fishing, skiing, bird watching, landscape painting and photography are at your doorstep.
Bathroom Details:
Bathroom 1/Half Bathroom: There are 2 separate toilets, one with a hand basin
Bathroom 2 : Large bathroom with shower, bath and basin.
Special conditions:
Minimum Stay of 2 nights .
Children under two free ( no special beds available for them)
Smoking outside only.

This 3 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with View, Ocean View, Child Friendly, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Ohau. Enjoy your stay in Ohau at this House.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
Parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • TV
  • Books
General
  • Unit size: 2476 sq ft (230 sq m)
  • English
  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a village
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
Skiing
  • Close to skiing

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Deana v.
Jan 3, 2026 01:50:20 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Beautiful location, lovely house & very helpful host. Thankyou Megan
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FAQ's

Is this Ohau house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Ohau house have a swimming pool?

No, this Ohau house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Ohau house?

Best-rates for the Ohau house starts from $266 per night with includes Sports/Activities, View, Ocean View, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, Parking, Security/Safety, Laundry, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Air Conditioner with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Ohau house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Ohau house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Ohau house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Ohau house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Ohau house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Ohau house?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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