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Rabbit Ranch Burkes Pass Gateway to Tekapo and the Mackenzie District

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A stone exterior with a wooden deck and a covered outdoor seating area.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a built-in oven, and a stove. There is a dog in the foreground and a window with a view of greenery outside.
Property grounds
A stone building with a metal roof, surrounded by a grassy area and a pathway leading to a wooden gate.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. There are large windows with curtains, an air conditioning unit on the wall, and a view of a green landscape.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Burkes Pass, Canterbury Region
  • Place, St. Patrick's Church
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of the Good Shepherd
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Tekapo Springs
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Rabbit Ranch Burkes Pass Gateway to Tekapo and the Mackenzie District

Cosy cottage at the start of Burkes Pass in a rural setting, surrounded by the foothills of the two thumb range, 15 mins from Lake Tekapo to the West and Fairlie to the East. The cottage has a minimum 3 night stay with a special weekly rate . Beautiful dark night sky which can be viewed even better with a short stroll up Rollesby Valley due to no streetlights or light from the Burkes Pass settlement .
Located a short drive, between the boutique ski fields of Mount Dobson and Roundhill.
Enjoy a full kitchen, spacious lounge with large corner sofa, tv, heating, full laundry with washing line and a deck with a weber BBQ for outdoor cooking.
We are right beside the tourist attraction of Three Creeks, filled with interesting old American memorabilia, shops and a delicious coffee cart with snacks and South Islands famous cheese Rolls.
Rabbit Ranch is in a fabulous location.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20227689
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Burkes Pass

Burkes Pass is home to this holiday home. Sheepdog Statue and Mount John Lookout are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fairlie Golf Course and The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo. Dark Sky Project and Mount John Observatory are also worth visiting.
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Burkes Pass, Canterbury Region

What's nearby

  • St. Patrick's Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Tekapo - 21 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 23 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Dark Sky Project - 23 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 29 min drive - 29.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Silverstream Hotel - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rabbit Ranch Burkes Pass Gateway to Tekapo and the Mackenzie District pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Rabbit Ranch Burkes Pass Gateway to Tekapo and the Mackenzie District ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rabbit Ranch Burkes Pass Gateway to Tekapo and the Mackenzie District ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rabbit Ranch Burkes Pass Gateway to Tekapo and the Mackenzie District ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rabbit Ranch Burkes Pass Gateway to Tekapo and the Mackenzie District located?

Situated in Burkes Pass, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from St. Patrick's Church and within 16 miles (25 km) of Fairlie Heritage Museum and Sheepdog Statue. Cowans Hill Walkway and Maclaren Footbridge are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Manuela A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marc was very welcoming and generous with us. Really a very good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place, perfect location. Mark, the host, was friendly and helpful. Would recommend the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clifford J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There are more features and handy things than described!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026

About the host

Hosted by Kris Gallagher

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