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Mountain Village Bach

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Interior
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 540 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Arthur's Pass, Canterbury
  • Historic Village Walk
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Devils Punchbowl Waterfall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Temple Basin Ski Area
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom2

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

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.

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

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

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 manager

Dave Armstrong
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

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

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
On-site 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

About the area

Arthur's Pass National Park

Located in Arthur's Pass National Park, this cottage is in the mountains. Bridal Veil Walk and Temple Basin Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Historic Village Walk and Devils Punchbowl Waterfall.
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Arthur's Pass, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Historic Village Walk - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Devils Punchbowl Waterfall - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Bridal Veil Walk - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Temple Basin Ski Area - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Lake Brunner - 44 min drive - 46.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Arthur's Pass Cafe and Store - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wobbly Kea - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Wobbly Kea Cafe & Bar - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Village Bach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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?

Checkout 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 miles (5 km) of Devils Punchbowl Waterfall and Bridal Veil Walk. Temple Basin Ski Area is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain escape
We have been wanting to stay in an authentic NZ bach for a while, and this was it. No frills, but comfortable and everything you need for a couple of days tramping in the mountains - well equipped kitchen, good insulation and heating, comfy beds, a hot shower and just enough space to lay out gear and play cards in the evening. The bach has a lovely aspect, view and sun drenched front deck. There were 4 of us and we fitted comfortably. The walks in the village can be accessed from the bach without a vehicle. The coal trains are close by and quite frequent but the double glazed windows are effective to block most of the noise. Unless you are a very light sleeper, it shouldn't bother you. We highly recommend a stay.n don't.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sophie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay in Arthur's Pass
Very homely and comfortable with stunning views of Arthur's Pass
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

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

Rich F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy Bach an easy walk from just about everything
The bach was easy to find and clean and tidy on arrival.It had everything we needed for a comfortable couple of days in Arthur's Pass. We stayed over summer and had good weather. The bach get's good sun and was nice and warm. We loved the selection of reading materials, not that we had much time to read it as we were here to walk.My mum is 71 and she would have preferred an indoor toilet - the outdoor one her reminding her of her early years. (The toilet is attached to the house, but you have to go out the front door to get to it).However, this will definitely be my first choice for stops in Arthur's Pass going forward.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 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

8/10 Good

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good spot
Was good. Bunk bed very creaky, felt like it might collapse on me, might need to be tightened, a good stay otherwise thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Kaye W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arthur’s pass
The place was clean and tidy but a little noisy as we could hear the train during night. Real value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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

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

8/10 Good

pernille s.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Good location and house for 1 night
Simple hut with what we needed for a 1 night stay in Arthur’s Pass. Beautiful views and the short distance to the road was not as noice as you would have thought. Great deck to sit on and either look back up at the mountains or down over the train station and the life around it. The beds aren’t good enough in our opinion. We all had a pretty rough sleep. The top bunk has the best mattress we think, maybe less usage. We tried to ask a question before arrival but it was never answered. We had been told that communication wouldn’t be possible over the period of our stay. If the beds were better then we would come back one day. No bags for the trash so bring that yourself :-)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Talisker S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights 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

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

Carina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great simple bach
Property had everything that we needed, with the kitchen having plenty of pans and utensils for cooking, comfortable beds, and the living area and deck quite spacious. Short walk to the café and store, plus other village walks.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 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

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

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

8/10 Good

Lorraine S.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
LJS
Lovely view and position above Arthurs Pass village. The interior is very nice and comfortable. The deck is a nice spot. (Toilet room perfectly adequate. Obviously a work in progress. Just re the toilet room you could just fix up the toilet room a little bit and the front door step that leads to the toilet room).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Astrid K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Bach,!
we loved it every day better, wish we could stay longer
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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Hosted by Dave Armstrong

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