Destination Location: Fairlie

Fairlie is a quaint rural town with a fantastic collection of boutique shops offering everything from leading fashion brands, art and jewellery, interior decor and more. Be sure to visit the Fairlie Bakehouse to try some of their famous pies!

Fairlie is also a recreational playground offering a stunning golf course complete with mountain views, boating and fishing in the rivers and on Lake Opuha, hunting and hiking in the hills and in winter great skiing and fun at Mt Dobson Ski Area. After a day of exploring, settle in for the night at one of the farm stays in the area and enjoy a true Kiwi experience.

Hubbard Plumbing & Gas

Based in Fairlie and servicing the wider Mackenzie Region, Hubbard Plumbing & Gas offers a wide range of plumbing, gas-fitting and drain-laying services. They are proud members of Master Plumbers and are SiteWise accredited.

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TrendSetter

TrendSetter is a small boutique grooming salon delivering superior grooming services every time for every dog. Located in the heart of Fairlie they cater to dogs of all sizes. Whether it’s a nail trim or a fully styled haircut they’ll elevate your expectations of dog grooming.

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Alpine Alpacas

Alpine Alpacas Fairlie offers guided farm tours in the picturesque Mackenzie Region town of Fairlie. The farm features alpacas, llamas, sheep, and horses. Visitors enjoy hand-feeding these friendly animals amidst the stunning backdrops, perfect for capturing lasting memories and photos. The experience includes opportunities for family portraits or fun snapshots with alpacas and llamas. After the tour, explore their charming Gift Shop, offering a variety of souvenirs and gifts such as alpaca wool products and locally-made crafts. It’s a chance to take home a piece of the farm and support...

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Queen Bee Laundromat & Shower

Located just off the Main Street of the busy little town of Fairlie this is a place where you can relax, refresh and recharge. There’s a good range of washing machines, dryers, coin-operated showers, toilet and kitchenette facilities. There are also cold drink, coffee and food vending machines. Relax on their comfy leather couches whilst using the free Wi-Fi. With a Kiwiana vibe, this is a laundromat with a difference!

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Fairlie Good Coffee Co.

Fairlie Good Coffee Co is a Fairlie-based micro roastery serving up delicious coffee beans and terrible puns in equal measure. While they currently have no physical location their beans can be found on their website for delivery in New Zealand. Alternatively, should you need coffee in your hand right away you can pick up a bag at JR’s General Store located on the main street of Fairlie. Pop over to their website for more information on their current offerings and to learn more about the owners Sam and Zo.

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Blue Mountain Station

Blue Mountain Station is a stunning high-country, property just 30 minutes from Fairlie. The station provides the opportunity to explore the backcountry with a wide range of accommodation options. Including a private lodge and lake for large groups to traditional backcountry huts. Blue Mountain has over 200km of marked trails, 4×4 adventures, bird watching, weddings and hunting options.

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Fox Peak Ski Area

Fox Peak Ski Area is a picturesque winter haven nestled in the Two Thumb Range. With its stunning alpine landscapes, it offers a thrilling skiing and snowboarding experience for outdoor enthusiasts. Boasting a range of slopes catering to all skill levels, from gentle runs for beginners to challenging trails and ski touring for experts. Its welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff create a warm and inviting ambience. The ski area also features a cozy lodge, providing comfort and relaxation after a day on the slopes. Fox Peak Ski Area is a true gem for snow lovers seeking unforgettable winter ...

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NZ Trout Adventures

Guided fly fishing in the stunning Mackenzie Region. Anton Donaldson is a Twizel-based fishing guide who specializes in fly fishing for brown and rainbow trout in beautiful surroundings. NZ Trout Adventures has a purpose-built boat for stalking trout in the shallows of the myriad lakes in the area. Trolling, spin casting and canal fishing are all available upon request.

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Real Kiwi Horse Trekking

Take a ride on horseback through some of New Zealand’s pristine wilderness and natural landscapes. Experience breathtaking views of the mountains, lakes, glacial-fed rivers and the Canterbury plains on one of their bespoke trekking adventures. They have carefully selected all their horses and ponies to ensure a suitable mount for all ages and riding abilities. Beginners are welcome from four years old and up. They’re located approximately 2.5 hours drive south of Christchurch and 15km off the Inland Scenic Route (SH79) en route to Lake Tekapo, Aoraki/Mount Cook and Queenstown. Accommodation...

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Pla’s Photo Factory

Pla is a professional photographer based in Fairlie. The following options are available: Family portrait Pre-wedding Birthday Wedding anniversary School parties Fundraising Business products

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Remarkable Beauty

Remarkable Beauty provides professional, relaxing and quality beauty services to all. Their ethos is to provide you with exceptional and friendly service. They strive to offer you the latest technology to achieve the best results possible. ​ At Remarkable Beauty, they believe beauty comes from within. With 20 years of industry experience, salon owner Haley Shaw is a wealth of knowledge and has a true passion for the beauty and health industry.

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Simply Divine Fabric Art

Simply Divine Fabric Art sells Yvonne Shaw’s unique creations of wall art, as well as indoor and outdoor sculptures. These are created using a product called Paverpol. Check out their Facebook page for lots of photos of these amazing artworks. Classes are also offered for those wishing to make their own.

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Mint Boutique

A small boutique nestled in the heart of Bobby Square in Fairlie. Filled with beautiful treasures and the best quality fashion labels to fulfil your needs for all ages. They have been operating for the past eight years and look forward to building up their business both instore and online.

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Mackenzie Rose

Mackenzie Rose have created a gorgeous collection of items for children from age 0-14 years. Their personally designed leather boots are very popular, there’s always something lovely to find for the wee one in your life in their little store. Pop in sometime, they are next to the Fairlie Bakehouse in Bobby Square, Fairlie.

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Mackenzie Community Library

The Mackenzie Community Library is committed to providing residents of the wider Mackenzie Region as well as students of Mackenzie College with a comprehensive, efficient and accessible library service that will meet its clients’ recreational, educational, informational and personal needs. As well as a wide selection of books & e-books, audio & e-audio, large print, newspapers and access to online databases, Mackenzie Community Library’s services include: Free Wi-Fi, public use computers & charging of devices Hosting of public casual ‘Lit Nits’ book group every two months Popular...

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High Country Earthworks

Earthworks company using specialised and modern equipment to provide efficient and tidy work in the Mackenzie Region and surrounding areas. Based in Fairlie and providing modern, industry-leading equipment that saves time and money for their clients. They have a wide range of gear that is suitable for site works in construction, landscaping, driveways and shingle supplies. Site Works With a background and qualification in carpentry, they can offer a high level of understanding on residential site works with the ability to read plans and leave a finish that builders can work to and be happy with. Driveways Having...

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JR’s General Store

JR’s General Store is located on the Main Street of Fairlie. A variety of gifts, décor and kitchenware – including the amazing Victorinox range. They also stock homeware, hardware and stationery. Check out their Siku range of toys for all ages. There is a Wrangler range of clothing and accessories. Explore the garden department with an in-store florist for all your fresh flowers and plant needs. In the summertime enjoy their milk bar for an ice cream or milkshake. JR’s General Store prides itself on good old-fashioned customer service and affordable prices for one and all. If you are in the...

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Fairlie Healthcare

Fairlie Healthcare is your go-to healthcare centre and prescription collection depot. They go the extra mile in order to provide their customers with an easy and convenient way of managing their medical prescriptions. The caring and knowledgeable team of pharmacists and associates are there to make sure everyone receives professional services and personalized attention for their medications and several other health care needs. The shop also has a wide range of pharmacy products including vitamins, gifts, first aid and passport photos. They are also the local postal agency for retail products...

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Little Red Fox

The Little Red Fox is nestled in the small rural town of Fairlie. The team are a group of girls who love fashion and are pumped on giving you an epic shopping experience! They are continuously dropping new styles on their shop floor from their wicked range of street fashion and lifestyle brands. They have been working on introducing new clothing fashion brands as well as bringing you the best from the existing brands. The store is constantly changing with lots of new and exciting things. Most items are shipped the day of the order, and they often use priority mail to ensure your purchase arrives...

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Raincliff Scout Camp

Raincliff Scout Camp is set in a peaceful and quiet rural setting. Providing affordable accommodation for small to large groups. The main lodge has bunks for 44 people and large areas for tents. The Raincliff Scout camp is perfect for those seeking to be challenged with some adventure. Base yourself here for kayaking, hiking, biking, rock climbing and more!

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Vetlife Fairlie

Vetlife Fairlie is a mixed animal practice servicing the Fairlie district and surrounding areas. Their experienced vets and vet technicians provide a comprehensive array of services which include vaccinations, surgeries, disbudding, scanning, velveting, ram palpations and condition scoring. This is all part of Vetlife’s commitment to providing a quality service with professional advice, treatment and care for all animals.

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Mackenzie Country Motors

Come see Mackenzie Country Motors for all your general mechanical repairs, servicing and electronic diagnostics. They also offer 24-hour breakdown services with tow facilities. Phone numbers for 24-hour services may be found here. For everything vehicle-related contact the friendly team at Mackenzie Country Motors to get you rolling again!

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Fairlie Resource Centre

A community-based operation serving the area of the lower Mackenzie, by providing information, opportunities and support to residents. Some of the services available: Information centre Meeting rooms & hall hireage Welcome to Fairlie packs Foodbank Tech support Mackenzie College uniform shop Senior support & trips The Fairlie Accessible The Fairlie Community Vehicle Trust Pop-up Shop Kids club Community development Fairlie & Tekapo Counselling services Email & phone facilities Providing access to government forms Access to technology Access to government & non-government...

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Blank Space

Blank Space is the ultimate streetwear fashion destination located in Fairlie. Established in July 2016, they like to give their customers the best shopping experience along with serving the best coffee from Allpress. Their brands include Rollie, Ricochet, Silent D, Huffer, Federation, RPM, Cooper, Kowtow, Status Anxiety, G-Star RAW + heaps more. Check them out online – love it, laybuy it! Shop in-store or online 24/7 – fast delivery & easy returns

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Four Peaks High Country Track

Four Peaks High Country Track is a walking, tramping, hiking and/or mountain biking experience, situated on a working high country sheep station, located 20km from Fairlie. There are many places throughout New Zealand where you can enjoy hiking and mountain biking in amazing landscapes. What sets the Four Peaks walking track apart is its ability to offer the feeling of pioneering and a sense of where we have come from. During your walk or mountain bike, you will stay in the unique Shepherd’s Huts once used by shepherds for mustering and boundary keeping from the 1860s to the 1970s  back when...

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Fairlie Golf Club

Fairlie Golf Club has an 18-hole course on Talbot Road. It is a well-groomed, flat course with a challenging par 70 men’s/par 72 ladies layout with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. Motor homes and self-contained vehicles are welcome to stay overnight in the parking lot. Parking is free with green fees, otherwise, it is $25 per night.

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Carnegies Restaurant & Bar

Carnegies Restaurant & Bar was originally built in 1914, one of 18 libraries that were built in New Zealand, thanks to the generosity of philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. It functioned as a library until the mid-1990s until becoming the amazing restaurant it is today. A wood-fired oven is the centrepiece of this ambient environment that has captured flavours of New Zealand with its award-winning lamb rack, Merino lamb loins, venison, salmon, ribeye, and a diverse range of pizzas from meat lovers, to Tandoori chicken. Along with its friendly, welcoming staff, it’s a ‘must do’ when visiting...

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Possum Cottage

Possum Cottage is a self-contained cottage on a sheep, deer and cattle farm. It is an ideal base to explore the Mackenzie Region or relax with beautiful country views. It is family-friendly in a farmyard setting, the cosy three-bedroom cottage can accommodate 8-10 people comfortably. Children will have endless fascination with the farmyard animals and can help with their feeding routine. Guests are welcome to walk and explore the native wilderness and tussock land on the farm, or just absorb the peace of the country. The cottage has full kitchen, log fire, heat pump, two TVs and laundry. In...

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Hungry Birds

Offering mouthwatering options in a wide variety of cuisines to satisfy the taste buds of both meat lovers and vegetarians. Hungry Birds bring you an exciting mix of foods from different parts of the world. Whether that means choosing from North Indian curries like New Delhi-style butter chicken, snacking on the samosas or feasting on the South Indian dosa, uttapam and chutneys. Customers will also love tapas options like the Spanish fried chicken, bomba and coca, a distant cousin of the famed Italian pizza. They named their food trailer Hungry Birds because they see their customers as chirpy,...

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Eat Café & Bar

Eat Café & Bar provides customers with a wide range of healthy delicatessen-style food made on site, with many gluten-free choices. The moment you walk in you realise this place is special! Relax and unwind while enjoying the welcoming atmosphere – alfresco in summer or tucked up on the deep buttoned leather lounge by the fire in winter. Sited in a historic building over 100 years old, the premises have been refitted throughout to accommodate the restaurant and bar. Improvements include a mezzanine floor, a children’s playroom and a covered verandah with views of the Dobson mountain...

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Fairlie Bakehouse

Taste the love that has gone into a Fairlie Bakehouse Pie from the moment you take a bite! Open every day of the week from 7.30am until 4.30pm (except Christmas), where Franz Lieber and his team create gourmet pies and an array of amazing baked goods made with love – liebe means ‘love’ in German. Their growing success is proof that you can taste the difference when a product is lovingly produced by hand. Each pie from the Fairlie Bakehouse is hand-filled so that the inside is always what you hoped for – rich, succulent and full of flavour. Being based in the middle of the South Island’s food...

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New Zealand Safaris

As professional hunting outfitters, New Zealand Safaris are known internationally as the ‘free-range’ hunting specialists, with exclusive access to some of the most iconic privately owned high country wilderness mountain properties and extensive estates in New Zealand. They offer premier big game hunting, including red stag and tahr, as well as amazing fishing and wing shooting. As a small, family-run business their goal is simple – provide excellent hunting, convenient and high-quality accommodation and a high level of service during your stay with one of the country’s top professional hunting...

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Boothy’s Fishing School

Boothy’s Fishing School – the home of world-class trophy trout fishing! If you are wanting to learn the techniques required to catch plenty of fish or just enjoy a guided day out on the water then this is the place for you. The Lake Tekapo and Twizel canals are home to some of the largest brown and rainbow trout in the world – with many fish weighing in over the 20lb mark. This fishery is a year-round fishery and you can have fantastic fishing at any time of the year. At Boothy’s Fishing School they specialise in targeting these monster fish and aim to make your day out on the water one that...

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Back Country Trout

If you are looking for a fly fishing vacation of a lifetime, you will love the Central South Island of New Zealand. Allow Kevin Payne, a registered New Zealand professional fishing guide to take you on a guided experience specializing in sighted fly fishing for wild brown and rainbow trout. You will love the combination of large trout, un-crowded rivers and striking scenery.

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Red Stag Hunting NZ

Red Stag Hunting NZ offers authentic New Zealand hunting, providing one and two-day hunts for visitors for an all-inclusive fee. Lunches, snacks, guide fee, animal trophy fee, gun hire and transportation included. Red stag, fallow deer, goats, rabbits, pigs and possums are available to hunt. Email for availability and price quotes. Prepare to see the most beautiful countryside the Mackenzie Region has to offer and enjoy a day full of laughs!

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Mount Dobson Ski Area

Mount Dobson Ski Area – closer than you think! Ride your skis or snowboard on the wide open slopes at Mount Dobson this season. At the end of the run, you can ride the Doppelmayr Triple Chairlift back to the top, a great way to rest the limbs and catch your breath. Mount Dobson offers a fun skiing and snowboarding experience for everyone. From the well-groomed slopes for beginners and intermediates through to the soft and smooth powder that will test the best. Mount Dobson provides a challenge for all levels of skiers and boarders. Mount Dobson also hosts a team of international instructors...

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Fairlie Heritage Museum

The Fairlie Heritage Museum features vintage saddlery, tradesman tools, household & sporting equipment. It also includes the old Fairlie Railway Station with antique cameras, photographs, a diorama of school and hospital rooms. Vehicle pavilions feature vintage motor & horse-drawn vehicles and a stunning array of vintage farm equipment. Even a gyrocopter that actually flies! Beginning as the local blacksmith run by Joseph Binney who lived next door, the museum was enhanced when his cottage, including its contents, was bequeathed to the museum by his daughter, Mable. Enter through the...

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Lambrook Farm Cottages

Located just outside Fairlie, Lambrook Farm Cottages offer affordable accommodation, tranquillity, and the true country experience for those wanting to get away. Relax in these fully self-contained cottages with the family, and enjoy the stunning views just outside your doorstep. These cottages offer independence and space, and are ideally situated to experience the heart of the Mackenzie Region.  Enjoy the many activities that Mackenzie has to offer, and visit Aoraki/Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo, just a short drive away. Farm tours are available by arrangement. Mountainview Cottage (3 bedroom,...

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Gladstone Hotel

The Gladstone Hotel offers a bar and restaurant along with accommodation facilities. There are 17 rooms offering super king beds, queen beds, twin shares and single rooms. There is also a TV room and plenty of parking. The restaurant opens at 5pm every day and they have a large menu catering for all budgets. Gladstone Hotel caters for private functions, meetings and parties for all occasions. See you at the Gladstone!

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Mackenzie Motels

Renovated motel units situated in the heart of Fairlie, we offer warm and affordable hospitality to ensure you enjoy your stay in Fairlie. Four studio units with ensuite, free Wi-Fi. All units have a private deck and a covered carpark. An ideal base to enjoy the adventures and great outdoors of this scenic area, Lake Ophua, ski fields, and golf course nearby. An ideal stop on your journey to the Mackenzie Region, a 26min drive to Lake Tekapo. Fairlie is on the scenic route from Christchurch (180km) to Queenstown (300Km) and is a 168km drive to Aoraki/Mount Cook. Close to supermarket, shops,...

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Pinewood Motels

Enjoy the large and spacious self-contained motels, which are a mix of studio and family units. An ideal overnight stop in your travels from Christchurch to Queenstown and Wanaka. Stay a few days in Fairlie to enjoy skiing, golf, fishing or making day trips to Lake Tekapo, Mt John Observatory, Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park and the Mackenzie lakes. Pinewood Motels make an ideal home base offering affordable rates with excellent service. Walking distance to the well-known Bakehouse, pubs, cafes, restaurants and two children’s playgrounds. Your hosts are on hand to ensure you have everything...

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Fox Cottage

Fox Cottage is a luxury 4-bedroom holiday home situated on Clayton Station in Fairlie. With panoramic views of the Two Thumb Mountain range, guests will be ensured a peaceful and relaxing holiday whilst enjoying the stunning night sky that the Mackenzie Region is known for. There are many tracks available on and near the station, plus the North Opuha river runs alongside the cottage. Fox Cottage is an ideal location for those interested in hiking, mountain biking, fishing – or for those who wish to experience life on a New Zealand high country station. Clayton Station is a 4100 hectare station,...

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Fairlie Hotel Top Pub

Historic hotel in the heart of Fairlie serving amazing food – from burgers to stone-grill. Grab some ice cold beers in the public bar or go next door to the wine/cocktail bar. Sunny sheltered beer garden and a courtesy coach available. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free continental breakfast. Order a meal at the onsite bar and restaurant, or relax in the shared lounge area. All heated rooms feature electric blankets, towels and linen. The property offers shared bathroom facilities including shower and toilet. There is a shared TV room where guests can enjoy a game of darts or billiards. Guests can help...

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Fairlie Holiday Park

Fairlie Holiday Park is in a beautiful natural setting amongst mature trees. Being the gateway to the Mackenzie Region and on the scenic route from Christchurch to Queenstown, Fairlie is close to ski fields, lakes and great fishing spots and only a 30-minute drive to Lake Tekapo. Fairlie Holiday Park offers many accommodation options to choose from including: Basic cabins Powered sites Un-powered sites Tent sites The Fairlie Holiday Park is only a short walk to the town centre and supermarket.

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Wander Lodge

Cosy cottage set amongst five acres of Douglas Fir trees. Log burner, outdoor pizza oven, well-equipped kitchen, beautiful surroundings. Build huts, play in the creek, laze in the hammock or relax under the stars in the outdoor bath. The property is fully fenced making it safe for kids to play and explore. Great for snow skiers in the winter and boaties in the summer. 30min to Dobson Ski Area, 45min to Fox Peak, 50min to Roundhill. Lake Opuha only 10min away. Take a day trip to Lake Tekapo (30min) to enjoy outdoor hot pools, day spa, or ice skating

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Shear-vue Farmstay

Escape to the countryside near Fairlie & enjoy the peace & amazing views. Your stay includes your own private spa pool, a free one-hour guided farm tour, and a delicious continental breakfast. The 850-acre farm has 2,500 sheep & 350 beef cattle. You’ll love hand-feeding their sheep, pig, dogs, hens, & alpaca. By night, enjoy the Mackenzie Region’s famous night skies, with thousands of shining stars. Lake Tekapo & Timaru are a 40-minute drive, Fairlie a 10-minute drive, & Christchurch is a 2-hour drive.

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Aorangi Motel

A family owned and operated motel, only a 3-minute walk into Fairlie. An ideal base to stay while you explore the many attractions Tekapo and the Mackenzie region has to offer. Your hosts Tracey and Simon will ensure your stay is a comfortable one. They are happy to answer any questions you have about things to see and do in their slice of paradise! Aorangi Motel is 200m from the Geraldine-Fairlie Highway. They are a short drive from Lake Tekapo, Mt Dobson and Roundhill Ski fields. Enquire about their corporate rates and long stay rates.

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Allandale Lodge

Historic Allandale Lodge bed and breakfast nestles on five acres of farmland, surrounded by beautiful mountains of the Mackenzie Region. Allandale Lodge can offer 2 queen size bedrooms, each with their own private ensuite. The original schoolroom has been transformed into a shared living and dining area with polished New Zealand native timber floors and log fire. During your stay, Allandale Lodge offers you self-serve continental breakfast provisions. This includes muesli/cereals, fruit, yoghurt, toast, and a range of spreads. They also offer a selection of teas as well as Nespresso coffee. Enjoy...

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Musterer’s Accommodation

Musterer’s  Accommodation has been purposely designed with families and couples in mind. A boutique development with a variety of accommodation for all budgets including simple powered camping sites for self-contained vehicles. A delightful 1930s carriage for two, four luxury separate and self-contained units, and a converted wool shed for group gatherings and small conferences all set within six acres on the Fairlie – Tekapo Highway. Units are luxuriously appointed with large decks and outdoor furniture flowing to your own wood-fired hot tub! Additional to this is a separate BBQ and outdoor...

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