SLEEPS 6 · 3 BEDROOMS · 4 BEDS · 1 BATHROOM · CHECK-IN 3PM · CHECK-OUT 10AM
THE FEELING
Wake up to snow-capped mountains
Wake up to snow-capped mountains and glimpses of Lake Tekapo from this sunny, modern three-bedroom home – an easy base for stargazing, hot pools and Mackenzie adventures.
The bright open-plan kitchen, dining and living area opens onto a wraparound deck with a glass balustrade, overlooking open paddocks towards the lake and mountains. There’s often a friendly pony grazing next door.
GALLERY
Inside The Star Yard
THE HOME
Room by room
Living and dining
A bright open-plan kitchen, dining and living area opens onto the wraparound deck. A separate TV lounge with comfy leather sofas gives everyone their own space – perfect for movie nights or keeping the kids entertained. A heat pump keeps the living area warm in winter and cool in summer.
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1: queen bed with lake and mountain views. Bedroom 2: queen bed with mountain views. Bedroom 3: two single beds. Fresh linen and towels are provided.
Kitchen
Set up for proper cooking, with a gas hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher and a large fridge-freezer, plus an island bench with bar stools.
Bathroom and laundry
A bath and a separate shower, with body wash, shampoo and conditioner supplied. There’s also a separate laundry with a washing machine.
AMENITIES
What’s included
Kitchen and dining
Gas hob and oven
Dishwasher and microwave
Fridge-freezer and ice maker
Kitchen island
Cooking basics
Dining table
Comfort
Wi-Fi
Heat pump heating and cooling
Fireplace lounge
TV lounge
Washing machine
Iron and hair dryer
Families
Suitable for children and infants
Cot and high chair
Board games and books
Outdoor play area
Outdoors and views
Wraparound deck
Outdoor dining and furniture
Lake and mountain views
Off-street parking
Self check-in
WHERE YOU ARE
In the Dark Sky Reserve
The Star Yard sits on a quiet residential street in Lake Tekapo, within the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve – on a clear night the stars are right overhead.
It’s a short drive to the village, the Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo Springs and the Dark Sky Project, and about 1.5 hours to Aoraki/Mt Cook.
GOOD TO KNOW
House notes
Check-in – from 3pm, self check-in
Check-out – by 10am
Parking – off-street on the driveway; the garage is not for guest use
Pets – not allowed
Smoking – not allowed inside
Cancellation – 100% refund up to 14 days before arrival; 50% refund up to 7 days before arrival
Please keep outdoor lights off when not in use – you’re in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.
The ponies next door aren’t ours, so please don’t feed them or enter the paddock.
Quiet residential street – no parties or events.
Please don’t move furniture or beds between rooms.
Lake Tekapo sits at around 700 m, so pack layers. In winter, expect frost and ice, and carry chains.
Tekapo has one small supermarket, so stock up in Christchurch or Queenstown for speciality items – or let us stock the kitchen for you.
QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
The Star Yard questions
Is The Star Yard good for families?
Yes. It sleeps 6 across three bedrooms, has a separate TV lounge, board games, an outdoor play area, and a cot and high chair for little ones.
Can I see the stars from The Star Yard?
Yes. The home is inside the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. On a clear night, switch off the outdoor lights and the Milky Way is visible from the deck.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Self check-in is from 3pm and check-out is by 10am.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets aren’t allowed at The Star Yard.
Is there parking?
Yes – off-street parking on the driveway. The garage isn’t for guest use.
Who looks after the home?
Your local host, Hollie, lives in Lake Tekapo and is happy to help with anything during your stay.
