Entire home

Mountain Village Bach

Cottage in Arthur's Pass National Park with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet
Living area
Terrace/patio
Interior
Perched in Arthurs Pass Village, this two bedroom cottage offers great views of the village and valley. Enjoy easy access to walking tracks, cafes, and the train station while staying in a newly renovated bach with modern comforts like new double glazed windows and a heat pump.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom40 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is AED 287
AED 396 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

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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.

Mountain Village Bach

Renovated two bedroom cottage in Arthurs Pass Village. Great views over the village and North up the valley. Easy access to popular walking tracks, village cafes and train station.

Note that during weekends & holidays we may not be able to respond to any requests. Please try again if your request times out.

Towels, bedsheets and pillowcases are NOT provided, bring your own or sleeping bags. There are duvets for each bed.

To keep your costs down there is no cleaning service provided so please clean before you leave.

Formerly called Woodsmoke, there is now no fireplace. The bach has been renovated with sliding door to the main bedroom, new double glazed windows in the lounge & bedrooms, double glazed sliding door onto a deck on the north side and new heat pump. The interior walls are polyurethaned plywood with a slight white wash. The double bed and fold-out double sofa bed are both new.

Please be aware this is an authentic Arthurs Pass bach - a mountain cabin of about 42sqm. It is recommended for ascetic persons, looking for simple accommodation. The flush toilet is in an annex to the entrance porch. Ideal base for tramping, mountaineering or Coast to Coast race training. Short 950m walk to cafes and Visitor Centre.

Note that there is a railway through the village and coal trains arrive then pass through most nights.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains

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

  • Unit size: 431 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

PLEASE NOTE: Linen, sheets, pillowcases and towels are NOT provided, bring your own. There are duvets for each bed.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Mountain Village Retreat Arthur's Pass
Mountain Village Retreat Private vacation home
Mountain Village Retreat Private vacation home Arthur's Pass

About the neighborhood

Map
Arthur's Pass, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Historic Village Walk - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Devils Punchbowl Waterfall - 11 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Lake Brunner - 51 min drive - 56.1 km
  • Porters Ski Area - 51 min drive - 77.6 km
  • Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve - 52 min drive - 63.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Arthur's Pass Cafe & Store - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wobbly Kea - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Parrot Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Wobbly Kea - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Village Bach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Village Bach?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Village Bach?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Mountain Village Bach located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Historic Village Walk and within 3 mi (5 km) of Devils Punchbowl Waterfall and Bridal Veil Walk. Temple Basin Ski Area is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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Mountain Village Bach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 153 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
great location-clean-We would book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian K.

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

Great stay

Terrific place to unwind
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

karmen d.

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

Great, cozy & warm

Lovely place to stay, exactly what we needed. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Amazing views and lovely place

We were pleasantly surprised by the amount of sunlight this place gets considering it's in Arthurs pass. Lovely place with a good heatpump. Dave was very responsive to questions we had about our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haruka H.

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

Great place in Arthur’s pass

Such a lovely place to stay! Very warm an cozy! Great place for small friends group! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan M.

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

Peaceful little bach

Great spot, easily walkable and yet private and cosy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice L.

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

Great value for money getaway

Lovely location, this Bach provides all that one needs. Simple but well resourced. Close to all the amenities of Arthur’s Pass Village
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon W.

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

Motorcycle Tourists

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Arthur’s Pass. The accomodation was exactly as described and suited our group of three. Loved the location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

janet b.

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

Just right

Comfortable, good location, very happy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David I.

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

Wonderful Bach close to train

A very nice place to stay, comfortable and charming. Easy walk to train and town (2 cafes and visitor center).
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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

Wonderful wee cabin

Beautifully simple place with everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte G.

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

Sweet alpine hide away

Clear communication from Dave meant we had a good level of expectation for this wee place which very happily provided for our needs (4 single women).
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Cosy wee Cottage in heart of Arthur's Pass Village

Ideal for short stop-over.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sam C.

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

Great for Coast to Coast Training

Excellent price and convenient location in Arthur's Pass Village
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Erica and John T.

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

A great location for a trip to Arthur’s Pass

This was a whistle-stop trip to Arthur’s Pass and the Mountain Village Bach was perfect for our family. The bach was easy to find and check in to, and just as described online.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam D.

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

Comfortable with great views

Lovely place with fantastic views up the valley. It was very clean and warm. Fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance W.

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

bach

great lovely views of mountains and the train . good heating
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niamh R.

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

Group stay

Perfect for what we needed - good location, had everything we needed and a hot shower. Lots of information provided from host Dave prior to our stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

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

Family stay

Awesome little place. The children (8, 10, 12) want to come back. Good spot to access walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

mike f.

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

Weekend in Arthers Pass

Simple old school batch.A good base to do some walking, good views over the railway station and up the valley.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

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

Alpine trainspotters heaven

We enjoyed our stay in the Alpine Cottage. There were comfortable beds, a good shower and a kitchen with everything we needed. It was very convenient to Arthur's Pass Village, and the regular trains provided interest when we weren't out birdwatching or walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Arthur’s Pass awesome stay

Cozy, clean, easy to get to , great views of mountains and valley, easy to walk to village but still felt secluded
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richie C.

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

Short family break

Perfect location and beautiful views.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Charlotte M.

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

Alpine hut

Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Reg O.

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

A nice place to stay

The property had all necessary facilities & all were working well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024