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Cricklewood Farmstay, Alpaca walk and hot tub

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Lovely cottage, amazing hot tup and some lovely farm animals!
Walking the alpacas
Cricklewood Cottage
Cricklewood Cottage with mountain back drop
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Non smoking
  • Washer
The current price is $239
All fees included
Jun 27 - Jun 29

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Coal Stream, Canterbury

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet
The current price is $239
All fees included
Jun 27 - Jun 29

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About this property

Cricklewood Farmstay, Alpaca walk and hot tub

Just under 10 minutes from Fairlie, 40 min from Lake Tekapo and only 1.5 hr from MT Cook, is our super cute historic Farmers cottage.

Watch and pet our friendly animals from the cottage and experience some of the best star gazing in New Zealand from our beautiful hot tub.

During your stay we offer a free animal tour of 1 hour, whereby you will visit some of our friendly animals incl bottle feeding our pet lambs (Aug-Dec), an Alpaca walk 🦙, and our friendly horses, cats, dogs and chickens 🥰
The space
You will have the complete cottage to yourself🌻

It offers a lovely open plan layout with all the bedrooms opening up to the lounge with a huge, and very functional, wood burner.

Collect your own eggs each morning and while cooking you can watch the alpacas and sheep whilst chatting with your family and friends by the fire or at the macrocarpa dining table.

There is a private deck of the kitchen and a cute little loft for even better views over the paddocks towards Mt Dobson and the other peaks.

Your private hot tub will always be on and ready for you at any time of the day both winter and summer. We do recommend a night session when the skies are clear. The stars in our dark sky area are truely mesmerising ✨
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

House Rules

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20118133ha
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Frequently asked questions

Is Cricklewood Farmstay, Alpaca walk and hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cricklewood Farmstay, Alpaca walk and hot tub?

As of Jun 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cricklewood Farmstay, Alpaca walk and hot tub on Jun 27, 2026 start from $239, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is Cricklewood Farmstay, Alpaca walk and hot tub located?

Situated in Coal Stream, this country house is within 9 mi (15 km) of McLean Park, Fairlie Golf Course, and Fairlie Heritage Museum. Pleasant Point Museum and Railway and Mount Dobson Ski Area are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Cricklewood Farmstay, Alpaca walk and hot tub Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francesca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would love to have stayed for longer! Watching the stars from the hot tub was incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luyi H.

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

Best trip ever

Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us for two nights — it was truly a special experience. We’re so grateful for your hospitality and the chance to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of your farm.The farm tour was one of the highlights of our trip. Feeling the energy of all the animals and being immersed in nature was incredibly grounding and inspiring. We especially appreciated learning about how you work with the horses — your approach reminded us how important it is to treat others with more kindness, patience, and understanding. It left a lasting impression on us.This stay was truly the highlight of our New Zealand trip. Thank you again for everything, and we wish you and your family all the very best in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cannot thank Marianne and Pascal more for their hospitality and the little bit of paradise they have created in the green rolling hills of the Mackenzie area. The cottage is super clean, cosy and full of all of the amenities needed to make a super comfortable stay. The beds are warm and super comfy and the kitchen well setup if you want to self cater, although it's only a short drive into Fairlie to stock up on supplies at the supermarket or grab some food (the pies at the Fairlie bakehouse are spectacular). A bonus is a washing machine and drier which is a godsend when travelling as a family of four. As hosts, Marianne and Pascal go out of their way to make you comfortable and share their life on the farm. We enjoyed bottle feeding the lambs, walking the alpacas and ducklings, feeding the chickens, fetching eggs and learning about natural horsemanship. The location is great for exploring Lake Tepako and Aoraki although the cottage and life on the farm is an attraction in itself. The hottub is a bonus, fabulously warm in the chilly evening, although it was sadly overcast to see the stars on our visit (next time!). Cannot rate this experience high enough and highly recommend a stay at Cracklewood Farm Stay. Thanks so much Marianne and Pascal (and farm animal family)!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed with Marianne and Pascal for two nights during our month-long trip around New Zealand, and Cricklewood was by far our family’s favourite place to stay.Marianne and Pascal have created a true sanctuary where you can slow down and enjoy the simplicity of farm life while still having all the comforts of the modern world. It has the perfect balance between retreat and connection. You can unwind, recharge, and immerse yourself in nature, surrounded by beautiful farm animals that bring such charm to the experience. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, making the stay feel both peaceful and welcoming.We travelled with our three young children, who were endlessly curious about the animals. Pascal graciously answered their many questions and even took them around the paddocks to explain different parts of the farm. Marianne welcomed us with the most delicious spiced mulled wine. It was an unforgettable experience feeding baby lambs, collecting eggs, patting the horses, walking the alpacas, and simply enjoying the magic of life on the farm.Evenings were spent soaking in the hot tub as a family and gazing up at skies filled with the brightest stars we’ve ever seen. My children now dream of having a farm of their own!Cricklewood is truly special, and we cannot recommend this farm stay highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christiane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ons verblijf bij Marianne en Pascal was fantastisch! De cottage was heel mooi ingericht, zeer schoon en had werkelijk alles wat je nodig had. Daarnaast was het contact met hun zo hartelijke en gastvrij dat we het liefst nog veel langer waren gebleven. En dan hebben we het nog niet eens over de lieve dieren gehad... Echt een dikke dikke 10!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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