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# Airstrip Stays by Tiny Away

Vacation home in Burkes Pass with kitchen and balcony

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Immerse yourself in Airstrip Stays, a charming countryside retreat nestled on Bauchops Hill Station. With comfortable guest rooms and easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, and excellent bathroom facilities. Explore the nearby nature-forward attractions like Lake Tekapo or unwind with the friendly farm animals by your side.

## Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

### Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2139 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Pet friendly
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
- Mountain view

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Airstrip Stays by Tiny Away

Summary:  
Welcome to the high country at Airstrip Stays. Our retreat is tucked away on Bauchops Hill Station, just an hour’s drive from the port city of Timaru. Soak in whiffs of fresh country air on the edge of the Mackenzie Basin as the friendly bleating of sheep and mooing of cows accompany you.  
  
With a vast landscape, scenery, and farm animals by your side, you can be sure this countryside stay will capture your restless soul as you unwind in peace.  
  
#Holidayhomes #TinyHomeNewZealand  
  
The Space:  
Airstrip Stays by Tiny Away is a rustic, homey countryside set in a paddock that overlooks the valley and rolling hills. Tour the farm, meet the animals, and get to know the history of James Mackenzie and the legacy of the farm. Nearby nature-forward attractions and cozy eateries include Lake Tekapo, Tekapo Springs, Mt Dobson, Kohan Restaurant, and Fairlie Bakehouse.  
  
It's a cozy 139-square-foot tiny home and pet-friendly accommodation with easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities. These amenities include an eco-friendly cassette toilet with a removable waste holding tank, hand basin, and shower (gas-heated for hot showers).  
  
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you're booking for a group, we also have three holiday homes, Avalanche Creek Cabin, Mackenzie Pass Retreat, and Tussock Views, available with just 24 hours' notice.  
  
Guest Access:  
Guests will have access to the tiny home and the farm depending on time of year and farming operations. We provide a farm map with hazards and no go zones, indicating where walking tracks are detailed.  
  
Preorders & Activities  
  
\- 2 Bikes are available for rental at $25 each a day.   
\- Breakfast and meal ingredients can be purchased such as fresh farm eggs and etc.  
\- 4WD and Farm Tour activities are available on the property. Please notify the host upon your arrival about the availability.  
\- A maximum of one pet is permitted. Additional pets are subject to a fee.  
\- Please take note to inform us 24 hrs before arrival, If you plan to bring a pet. This allows us time to prepare the travel kennel and ensure a smooth and comfortable stay for both you and your companion.  
  
The Neighborhood:  
Airstrip Stays by Tiny Away is just an hour’s drive from the port city of Timaru. The neighborhood is a farming community near Burkes Pass — perfect for a classic Kiwi countryside escape. Enjoy hot pools, ski fields, tasty pies, and stunning stargazing on clear nights.  
  
Explore nearby gems like Three Creeks Antique Shop, ski Mt Dobson or Roundhill, soak in Tekapo Springs, or catch golden hour at Lake Tekapo. For hikers, tracks like Opihi Gorge, Cowans Hill, and Kakahu offer easy access to South Canterbury’s rugged charm.  
  
Getting Around:  
By car:  
  
\-From Christchurch, it is 2.5 hours from the airport to Bauchops Hill Station.  
\-From Timaru, it is 1 hour from the airport to Bauchops Hill Station.  
  
Reachable by 2WD and 4WD.  
  
Other Things to Note:  
\- Wifi is available (The tiny house has limited Wi-Fi access, with occasional fluctuations in connection)  
\- Gas BBQ grill is available  
\- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed  
\- Pets Are Limited to only 1\. Additional pets are subject to a fee.  
\- Mobile reception has no signal on all networks, only WiFi calling.  
\- Smoking is allowed only in the designated area outside the tiny home  
\- Don’t forget to close the windows and lock the doors when leaving the tiny house/ property  
\- Make sure to turn off the lights, air conditioning, and electronics (e.g., especially chargers)  
\- Pets should be kept on a leash at all times.  
\- Please note that this is a PET-FRIENDLY property, and pet policies will be sent prior to arrival  
\- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge  
\- For your safety and to prevent power tripping, we advise avoiding the use of multiple appliances and sockets simultaneously.  
  
Important note:  
  
\- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban  
\- For stays of 5 nights or more (or for bookings of 5 nights or more), an additional cleaning fee will be collected to help maintain the cassette toilet and ensure a clean and fresh experience for all guests. We appreciate your understanding.  
  
Interaction with Guests:  
Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you.

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop

### Bedrooms

- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony

### Work spaces

- Office

### Comfort

- Air conditioning

### Pets

- Pet friendly

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoking not allowed

### Location highlights

- In a rural location

### Safety features

- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- Unit size: 139 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Note from host: Free

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

## Important information

### You need to know

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

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

### Property is also known as

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## About the area

Located in Burkes Pass, this vacation home is in a rural area. Sheepdog Statue and Mount John Lookout are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Tekapo and Lake Tekapō Regional Park. Dark Sky Project and Mount John Observatory are also worth visiting. [Visit our Burkes Pass travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Burkes-Pass.dx6351516)

[View more Vacation homes in Burkes Pass](https://www.expedia.ca/Burkes-Pass-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6351516-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)

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Burkes Pass, Canterbury

### What's nearby

- ![Church of the Good Shepherd](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113030/bdbca11c-fb30-4582-a971-343f277a330f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Church of the Good Shepherd  
39 min drive \- 37.1 km
- ![Lake Tekapo, South Island, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6303633/4125d634-a6f2-4024-9399-aa82301408a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Lake Tekapo  
41 min drive \- 37.5 km
- ![In the shoulder season the pools are very quiet. Since they're hot, it really doesn't matter what the weather does. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239359/7cb66e1f-4295-4a73-b76a-ca96b37abc20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Tekapo Springs  
42 min drive \- 39.6 km
- Lake Tekapō Regional Park  
37 min drive \- 34.6 km
- Dark Sky Project  
40 min drive \- 37.8 km

### Getting around

- Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)  
89 min drive

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## Airstrip Stays by Tiny Away Reviews

## Reviews

9.4

### Exceptional

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