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Bellbird Bach on Lake Road

Vacation home in St. Arnaud with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Sun loungers
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining
In a secluded setting, surrounded by Native Bush and ample birdlife, this charming Kiwi Bach is perfect for those seeking a warm and cosy retreat. With its log fire, heat pump, and double glazing, it offers the ideal base for winter skiing holidays at Rainbow Skifield or ice skating in the village.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bellbird Bach on Lake Road

An original Kiwi Bach fully upgraded, refurbished and Double Glazed in 2015 very
convenient for the Lake, the Village centre and local Bush walks
Well insulated and Double Glazed with new Log Fire with Wetback and Heat exchanger
to the Bedrooms. it also has a Heat Pump to the Hallway
Its warm and cosy with character often missing in modern housing and
therefore small yet comfortable . There is Sink with H and C and Washer and Dryer
There is plenty of room for turning a Boat and Vehicles with easy access from
Lake Road its surrounded by Native Bush (Mainly Beech trees ) and
thus ample Birdlife there are also Deer around to. On one side there is
National Park and the adjoining property is also on 3000m2 plus
Ideal for those winter Skiing Holidays at Rainbow Skifield ( Approx
45 Minutes onto the Skifield ) and don't forget the Ice Skating Pond in the Village
Cleaning option available $80.00 per stay Linen also available at $20.00 per person per stay.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only and please respect the Fire Hazard
Please place any Ash from Log Fire in Stainless steel bucket until absolutely cold
Sorry no Pets allowed under any circumstances.
LINEN CAN BE PROVIDED AT $20.00 PER PERSON PER STAY.
PLEASE NOTE: WE RANDOMLY CHECK FOR METHAMPHETAMINE PRIOR TO OCCUPYING AND ON VACATING, TO SAFEGUARD YOUR HEALTH AND OUR PROPERTY.

Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$80.00 per stay); Linen (Optional, NZ$20.00 per person); Admin Fee ( NZ$19.00 per stay);

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bellbird Bach on Lake Road St. Arnaud
Bellbird Bach on Lake Road Private vacation home
Bellbird Bach on Lake Road Private vacation home St. Arnaud

About the neighborhood

Map
St Arnaud, Nelson Lakes

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Lodge Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪St Arnaud, Alpine Store - ‬9 min walk
  • teh tarik place
  • ‪Clinker Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tophouse - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bellbird Bach on Lake Road pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bellbird Bach on Lake Road?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bellbird Bach on Lake Road?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bellbird Bach on Lake Road located?

Situated in St. Arnaud, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Classic Boat Museum and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Lake Rotoiti. Nelson Lakes National Park is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Bellbird Bach on Lake Road Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 152 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

weekend getaway

We love this property and St Arnaud We try and stay a few times a year
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location

Our 3rd stay at Bellbird! The perfect location, a gorgeous wee forest walk from the lake. Comfy bed, lovely warm fire with alternate heating means. The wifi has improved greatly and we even enjoyed some netflix. Roomy, we wanted for nothing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay 100% recommend

In St Arnaud for a family wedding. Loved the location and easy access down to the lake thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem

We’re repeat visitors. Great location with everything you need for a relaxing break.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anita D., UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect peace

Set in a peaceful location and surrounded by trees the Bach has everything you would need for a perfect stay. A short walk to the stunning lake. We had a lovely week
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

jo v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely clean warm private spot. 👌

Easy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Fabulous batch with everything needed. Clean and tidy and very cosy. Easy walk to lake and town. Very nice Ange
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent H., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bellbird Bach on tune!

Lovely few days at the very appropriately named Bellbird Bach - loved the location and the place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Incredibly clean, warm lovely home
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bellbird Bach

Absolutely faultless. A cosy, comfortable Bach in a glorious, quiet location. Very short stroll to Lake Rotoiti.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Thanks Vickie, such a wonderful place and location :). Hope that everything was left in good order. Regards, Matt
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pre Christmas 2023

We have stayed here several times over the last few years. That alone about speaks for itself. Good parking for vehicles and boats. Comfortable house with good kitchen and bathroom. Proximity to lake . Yeah.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josephine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warmth and touch of luxury

Excellent. Very warm. Lots of drying equipment for skiers which sadly we did not need. Great location ended up going down to lake several times to get the icon photo. Can walk down by bush track. Easy to find even in dark after canceled flight. Warm on arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Bellbird Batch

To be fair the batch fit out was much superior to what we expected and of course had some concerns to make sure everything was in order on leaving.We are of an era when a batch was a little more simple.However we enjoyed our stay and the wifi Tv was good as could log n for UTube .I did have some concern when after the deposit was paid the instructional email did not have the attachment on two occasions.Sadly these days it is difficult to make a booking direct with the owner and the attendant add on costs whiv arrise.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great easy place to stay, well equipped with everything you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cisco M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great and cosy place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great check in instructions. Good wifi access. House was clean and tidy. Fireplace was well stocked and heated house beautifully in mid winter as did heatpump in -2 frost. Cosy and comfortable. Second stay here and would stay again. Less than 5 min walk to lake. Peninsula walk fabulous as always.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

phill c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Bellbird Bach was everything we expected. Well appointed and equipped for a great relaxing stay. Conveniently located to explore the Nelson Lakes park, visit Blenheim, Nelson and some great wineries in Renwick area. Would definitely stay again and recommend it to friends and family.Jan and Phill
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Allan D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

a rip off

great location but the owner will charge you a 100 cleaning penalty even if you leave the place better than you found it .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding

Only a few minutes walking from the lake and the forest, this place is incredible. The house is clean, practical, comfy, calm, well furnished. The terrasse is perfect. If I’m coming back in this area one day, sure I’ll book this house. Communication is easy with Vickie. I recommand it
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely delightful

Lovely small home, surrounded by native bush and birdsong, and only a five min walk down a quiet laneway to the lake.Very comfortable indoor and outdoor spaces. Only one place in town to eat out so a kitchen with all amenities for cooking was much appreciated and enjoyed.We loved our stay here - hoping to come back and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay in stunning location

Lovely bach property 5 - 7 mins walk to lake edge surrounded by native trees and bush. Lots of birdsong. Plenty of parking and sunshine. Large deck area. Good size kitchen dining lounge for 6- 8. 2 bedrooms - each has a double / queen and a set of bunk beds so 4 in each room if needed. Good quality comfortable mattress on all beds. Great communication and easy check in. My only quibble would be bookabach fees were almost the same as a nights stay - if this included cleaning fair enough. However this wouldn’t necessarily stop me staying again as a lovely stay in one of most favourite parts of the world.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Bach

We loved staying here, bach was above expectations. It was very clean , comfortable, warm and beautiful surroundings. Position handy to lake and village. The beds were comfortable with good supply of duvets.The fire was lovely as weather cold when we went and a plentiful supply of cut wood. Plenty of room outside for turning with a boat. Host was very good to deal with. Look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Bellbird Bach

We were so happy we stayed here. Although it was chilly on arrival the heatpump had been turned on to warm the place up before we arrived. The bach was exactly as listed. Everything we needed was there. It was warm with the fire and heatpumps. The beds were comfy. A short walk/bike ride to the lake. Was the perfect place for our mid winter escape. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tess L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restful haven

We had a lovely two night stay at the Bellbird Bach. Everything was tidy and the place was warm and cosy in the winter weather. Really close to the roto which was great and a short hīkoi to the alpine lodge for a meal. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024