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All units comprise a seating area, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchenette with various cooking facilities, including a toaster, a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware. The campground offers certain units that feature a patio, and the units are equipped with a kettle. Guests can dine in an outdoor dining area at the campground. Fantastic location, spacious room and fabulous shower! Well equipped kitchen with cast iron pan much appreciated! Blissful check in!

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9
Superb
428 reviews
Price from
US$140
per night

Featuring garden views, Mount Cook Station Shearers Quarters Lodge in Lake Tekapo features accommodation, a garden, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the campground free of charge. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the mountain and river. Amazing location where you can relax and take in the beauty of New Zealand. The kitchen was well stocked and everything was so clean. Amazing place to meet people and the hosts were fantastic. I would highly recommend it and we plan to come back one day.

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9.1
Superb
391 reviews
Price from
US$165
per night

Offering mountain views, Decker Daze Queenstown is an accommodation set in Queenstown, 12 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge and 22 km from The Remarkables. During your time staying in this recently renovated campground, dating back to 1966, you will have access to free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.6 km from Queenstown Event Centre. This was an amazing experience and the bus has literally everything you might need and more. Hot shower was amazing, Victoria is an incredible host and super sweet. We had a great time and then some! It is an old bus so we kept our expectations at bay but were surprised by how good, comfy and well equipped it was. My partner was shocked there was a bathroom! Great times, great value and an unique experience. Thank you Victoria and family xx

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9.3
Superb
43 reviews

Cosy caravan fun in sunny Nelson with wifi! is located in the Stoke district of Nelson, 8.5 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and 10 km from Trafalgar Park. This campground provides free private parking and free shuttle service. The property offers bike hire and features a garden and barbecue. Our host met us on arrival and gave us the important information about the caravans systems.the setup was really well thought out, and we felt really welcome.

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9.4
Superb
19 reviews

The campground has a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the campground. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing.

The campground has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Amazing place with such a warm greeting from Kirsten and all prepared with all you need for your stay. They even did laundry for me and got a small breakfast. Thank you :)

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9.4
Superb
37 reviews
Price from
US$62
per night

Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities.

Guests at the campground will be able to enjoy activities in and around Tahakopa, like hiking. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of fishing. It was very cozy. Probably the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in! I also forgot to bring honey for my tea and the host graciously gave me some!

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9.5
Exceptional
43 reviews
Price from
US$80
per night

Set in Takaka in the Tasman region, Alpacas Off Grid - House Truck offers accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. The property features mountain and garden views. Outdoor seating is also available at the campground. Nat was a great host! Very welcoming, helping us navigate the property. She gave us all the instructions needed to have an excellent stay, and even let us help train the alpacas in the morning. The location was private and peaceful at night. It was like we were alone under the stars. We will never forget our time at Nat’s house truck.

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9.7
Exceptional
24 reviews
Price from
US$143
per night

Set in Oamaru, Danseys Pass Holiday Park provides accommodation with seating area. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The campground also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Dansey's Pass Holiday Park was such a great surprise for us. It is such a beautiful spot. We had the cabin that was next to the river and the sound of the water burbling along was lovely. We were also amazed to find deep water holes on the other side of the property - the kids loved skimming stones. We can't wait to go back for a week next time. The fire in our cabin just made the trip perfect! Especially in the rainy day.

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9.4
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
US$52
per night

Featuring barbecue facilities, Hampshire Holiday Parks - Glendhu Bay is set in Wanaka in the Otago region, 11 km from The Wanaka Tree and 46 km from Cardrona. It is located 15 km from Puzzling World and offers a shared kitchen. The property provides a children's playground, private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

Guests at the campground will be able to enjoy activities in and around Wanaka, like skiing, cycling and fishing. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Beautiful property. Nice cabin and very neat and clean. Lake is nearby and we went for swimming as well.

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8.2
Very good
343 reviews
Price from
US$77
per night

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka, a property with barbecue facilities, is set in Wanaka, 3.2 km from Puzzling World, 1.5 km from The Wanaka Tree, as well as 35 km from Cardrona. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The campground also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. We bought breakfast food from New World nearby and cooked in the tiny house. Very convenience and excellent location with amazing views.

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8.2
Very good
969 reviews
Price from
US$76
per night

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