Situated in Lake Tekapo in the Canterbury Region, Star Cottages - Alpha features a barbecue and views of the mountain. Mount Cook Village is just over a 1-hour drive from the property. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.
Rooms at Star Cottages - Alpha have a quiet peaceful outlook with mountain or garden views and feature BBQ's and outside dining on the patio as well as private entrances. Rooms also include seating areas, private bathrooms, heating and kitchenettes with a microwave, toaster, kettle and rice cooker. Linen is provided
The town centre is a 5-minute walk from the property where you can find restaurants and cafes. You can play tennis and squash at the property, and the area is popular for skiing and golfing. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding, fishing and hiking. Queenstown is a 3-hour drive from Star Cottages - Alpha.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
“Amazing spot just few minutes walk from the lake. Hosts are really nice, and the unit is really nice and clean. It has everything you need to cook and enjoy a meal.”
Aayush
India
“Amazing property, prime location. Almost all the amenities.”
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Sue
Australia
“Large room, everything we needed, comfortable bed and great shower. Owner let us check in early.”
Nixiang
China
“easy check in/out. very comfortable. nice location.”
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Nelson
New Zealand
“Studio style with a queen size bed and kitchen. Good location with if walking distance to the Lake Tekapo township”
John
Australia
“Good heating for the cold weather we had. Enough facility to prepare a simple meal. Comfortable lounge. Quiet location handy to centre.”
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Sarah
New Zealand
“It was well laid out, large shower. Spacious
It was also cosy and secluded. A short walk from town”
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Sue
New Zealand
“Compact, good location, good crockery and had a coffee plunger! Everything was clean.”
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Iris
Israel
“Nice big room. Well equipped kitchenette, although really tiny.”
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Richard
United Kingdom
“As Lake Tekapo is quite small everywhere is within walking distance. The accommodation was very pleasant but slightly overlooked by adjacent properties but it was quiet and private.”
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Star Cottages are just a 6-minute walk from Lake Tekapo's main area where you can enjoy the stunning view of the lake and restaurants nearby.
Star Cottages are under new management.
You will be hosted by Phil and Megan who own Burkes Pass Country Motel.
We are a small team of just two people and enjoy what we do.
Phil also does behind the scenes work for TLV and Blue Lake {both are restaurants}.
Phil and Megan both do admin for the Motel and Star Cottages as well as all the cleaning.
We have two Daughters and a Granddaughter.
We live in Burke Pass.
We are looking forward to being the new managers for this property.
Located in the township of Lake Tekapo these two units are close enough to still walk into the town but far enough out to not be in the hustle and bustle of the township.
It has some fencing so that you can sit and relax after a long day after travel.
The neighbourhood consists of Accommodation for staff and as well as Holiday homes.
Language spoken: English
Property surroundings
House rules
Star Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
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.
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
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that there is a 2.5% non-refundable charge when your payment is processed.
Please inform Star Cottages 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.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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