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Reviews of The Red Hut

Key Collection: 48 DÁrchiac Drive, 7945 Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

#114 of 266 Holiday rentals in Lake Tekapo

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 69 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    We loved The Red Hut! It was a perfect wee getaway. We particularly loved the fireplace and the style of the hut. It was super warm and comfortable with the heatpump too. We would be more than happy to stay here again. Thank you for having us!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The access to the petting zoo is a bonus. The staff and animals are friendly.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No washing facilities but otherwise perfect.

    Gorgeous hut, close to town and very cute. Had a log burner which was amazing, absolute pleasure to stay at. Free farmyard tour was amazing, gf loved the animals.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2025

    8.0
    Cosy cabin tastefully decorated
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only small things I would suggest that the outdoor bath gets a cover - our previous accomodation has this and it works really well to keep it clean. It's also worth noting that this is not a secluded property as it may feel in photos it is by a main road and near lots of other properties. This isn't false advertising or anything - more nativity on our part 🙂.

    Nice warm welcome to a very sweet historic building. The layout and decor were great. Very cosy.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2025

    9.0
    Great stay, great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I couldn’t find anyone at reception both times I visited but there are contact numbers if you need which is great!

    The photos don’t do it justice! The log burner and extra touches like fresh bread were a real highlight

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fire

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2025

    8.0
    Really lovely quaint place.highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dining chair / stools were too small for the height of the table

    Outdoor bathtub was novel.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2025

    8.0
    Interesting stay in great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nise location

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2025

    8.0
    A private property close to the town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A great place to stay when visiting the area. Close to the main town and bars and restaurants. The property is private and the freshly baked bread was a thoughtful gift upon arrival

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2025

    9.0
    Lovely property, very comfortable we enjoyed our stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Driveway a little narrow

    Comfy bed, clean and close to everything.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A more comfortable dining set-up would be great

    Incredible location. The landscaping made it feel like we were miles from anywhere when in fact everything was on our doorstep.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2024

    8.0
    Satisfactory and highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very small parking space not enough for bigger cars

    Clean and tidy

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2024

    10
    Fantastic place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    n/a

    It was an amazing place to stay. Beautiful location. The hut was surrounded by trees ( as it was spring they were blooming). Outside even was a bathtub, but we did not use it. The actual room was very cozy. There was a big comfortable bed, table to have dinner, sofa, fireplace. Great kitchen facilities. The great bonus was chocolate and the best loaf of bread we had eaten in a while. We would love to know the name of it. It was super romantic there. At night we had a blackout, so we lost all the heating, but luckily we had a fireplace to warm us up. and in the morning it was snowing, we had not seen snow for a while so it was magical, like real winter wonderland. Would definitely want to return for a few more days.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    8.0
    cosy and comforatable with everything you need
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Great location set in a farm like space....lovely animals, easy to walk to the shops and lake....great kitchen facilities....warm...

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The size of the hut was great, good location, bed was comfy (but just had a loose bedhead that needed tightening). The bathroom was cosy, but overall this accommodation had everything we needed and we were super happy with our stay here!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    10
    We had the most beautiful stay. The hand written welcome note, fresh bread, fire place and outdoor tub were magic. Would
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The outdoor bathtub under the stars was very special. And the fire place! What a treat

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    9.0
    Nine out of Ten (I never give a ten as that leaves no room for improvement)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We were upgraded to the Jack Simpson unit which was a pleasure to stay in and we will request that unit next time. Warm and cosy and very well equiped. Shame about the Red Hut TV not working. We were most appreciative of the upgrade. Thank you.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Fabulous Cottage
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    A little close to the road but every effort has been make to make this cottage private and there was certainly no road noise

    A lovely cottage with everything provided. The fireplace and the outdoor bath was a real bonus and made this a standout amongst the many accommodation options available. Good communications and easy access and another bonus of a delicious loaf of what looked (and tasted like) like homemade bread. Good job!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff were amazing (thanks Sam), such a wonderful place to stay. Loved it.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    A quiet and private little getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a cute little place with a little kitchen, private bathroom, living room with a fireplace and bed. The bed was very large and very comfortable. The bread was a nice welcome. Loved the quietness and privacy the little hut provided. Wish we could have stayed longer to take full advantage of the hut.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    10
    We absolutely adored the cozy, rustic yet modern enough qualities of the cabin as a wonderful alternative to a typical h
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    absolutely nothing

    absolutely cozy and comfortable hideaway. wonderful staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    8.0
    We had a comfortable nights accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Proximity to public walkway made it not so private

    Handy to Tekapo

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    9.0
    Lovely accommodation and the recommendation for dinner at the Blue Lake was spot on!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved the fresh bread and the alfresco bath!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    10
    A special place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Gorgeous authentic little cottage , with open fire , rugs and a big comfy bed

    Stayed in November 2023

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