[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Stargazer's Cabin Lakefront cabin in St. Arnaud with kitchenette ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59820000/59813200/59813128/0506a710.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59820000/59813200/59813128/86c7f0cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59820000/59813200/59813128/c7047a33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59820000/59813200/59813128/3598ee2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59820000/59813200/59813128/4fee07f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Stargazer's Cabin provides a garden and more. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Stargazer's Cabin Stargazer's Cabin is a lovely little one bedroom cabin with a kitchenette including a dining table and there is a lounge as well. Shower and toilet . The sun warms the lounge through the sliding glass doors. There's a oil heater for the winter. The bed is a double bed and a third person can sleep on the sofa in the lounge (it does not make into a bed but is a normal sofa). There is a $25/night fee for the 3rd person. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking in the room or on the property. ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - On a lake ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109610000/109600700/109600625/c172c351.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Home in Nelson Lakes- a peaceful bushy retreat in St Arnaud. 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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 Stargazer's Cabin Cabin Stargazer's Cabin St. Arnaud Stargazer's Cabin Cabin St. Arnaud ## About the area Located in St. Arnaud, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nelson Lakes National Park and Kahurangi National Park. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our St. Arnaud travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Arnaud.dx602244) [View more Cabin rentals in St. Arnaud](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Arnaud-Cabins.d602244-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.78767%2C172.88972&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nxbWFrzrofsQUc9cSdHiW_rd2EU=) Saint Arnaud, Tasman ### What's nearby - Nelson Lakes National Park - 4 min drive - 4.7 km - Classic Boat Museum - 5 min drive - 5.8 km - Lake Rotoiti - 12 min drive - 10.1 km - Wairau River - 41 min drive - 25.3 km - Murchison Museum - 60 min drive - 78.1 km ### Getting around - Nelson (NSN) - 82 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Alpine Lodge Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Tophouse - ‬5 min drive - ‪Clinker Cafe - ‬4 min drive - teh tarik place - Dalam Hati saya ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Stargazer's Cabin pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Stargazer's Cabin? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Stargazer's Cabin? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Stargazer's Cabin located? > Situated on a lake, this cabin is 0.7 mi (1 km) from Nelson Lakes National Park and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Classic Boat Museum. Lake Rotoiti and Wairau River are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Stargazer's Cabin Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bob F. Mar 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and comfortable stay Perfect cabin in a great location, convenient to St Arnaud and area tramping. David is a great host, very welcoming and providing local knowledge. ##### Bob F. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin P. May 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cabin, warm and quiet. We stayed 3 nights and loved the cabin and the quiet. We could hear the birdsong in the nearby forest and we were only a few minutes out from St Arnaud. ##### Martin P. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### elizabeth d. May 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful night every night The views were amazing, the night sky fantastic ##### elizabeth d. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ludmila S. Feb 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our St Arnaud stay Stargazer’s cabin met all our expectations.It is beautifully situated within comfortable distance to all the hikes that we wanted to do,clean and well equipped.The owners, David and Tammy are lovely and welcoming. We really enjoyed our stay ##### Ludmila S. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Nov 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Hosts were great. Great setting and rural environment. Nice alternative to a motel. ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica F. Nov 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy mountain cabin It was a beautiful property, very close to Lake Rotoiti. The cabin was peaceful, clean and stocked with all the essentials. Had a lovely short stay, thanks David and Tammy. ##### Monica F. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phil F. Dec 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Stay We cannot fault this peaceful location nor the delightful cabin we stayed in. David the owner was super friendly and helpful in directing us to various places to visit. There was no Wi-Fi but cell coverage was adequate, and we had everything we needed as far as facilities go. Clean, warm, comfy bed, loads of hot water, very private... we'd go again! ##### Phil F. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### William T. Feb 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful retreat in the alpine north of the South Island of NZ The Stargazer Cabin was a VERY comfortable place to spend a week!--cozy bedroom, well appointed kitchen, immaculate bathroom. The hosts were wonderful and offered to be (and were) helpful in all sorts of ways. They couldn't have been more welcoming. The only thing that visitors should keep in mind is that there is no WiFi and no laundry facilities, This might or might not matter depending on how long one plans to visit. ##### William T. Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Franz Jan 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Wunderbar gelegen! So richtig zum Wohlfühlen. ##### Franz Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken W. Sep 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magnificent Lovely friendly host. Simple beautiful cabin with a strong shower and comfy bed. Kitchen full stocked for use. David was charming, unobtrusive but welcoming and generous. St Arnaud is very small but the environs are beyond amazing. Glorious Lake Rotoiti and one of the best tramps I’ve ever taken in NZ. All of the wonderful. Thx David! ##### Ken W. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### john T. Nov 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### thankyou very helpful re elecric car ##### john T. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Olly M. Dec 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2 good nights It is a well appointed little house and David and Tammy are very friendly. The local mountain biking is excellent. ##### Olly M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah P. Apr 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place with everything you need We stayed here for two nights and it had absolutely everything you could need. Only around 4km from Lake Roitoriti. Warm place and the hosts were lovely. Thanks for having us. ##### Sarah P. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gyan P. Apr 4, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Homely David and Tammy were friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed their property and the surrounding district. ##### Gyan P. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marion H. Jan 20, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### St Arnaud delight The name of this property lived up to it's name. The night sky was so clear and the stars so bright and sparkling. The hostess and host were very kind and friendly and helpful, generous in their effort to make our stay comfortable and relaxing. Everything was clean and fresh. With the environment of the Nelson Lakes being one where you want to enjoy the beautiful lake and walking tracks, this accommodation was really great to live in and be close to the many attractions. Thank you ##### Marion H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### VV, Invercargill Nov 26, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with Tammy and David. The cabin is comfortable, all the walls are wooden-lined for a very cosy feel. Fully equipped kitchen and dining seperate from living area. Double bed with electric blanket (you probably won't need it). Even mozzie repellent is provided. ##### VV Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Family Hotels in Ottawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ottawa-Hotels-Family-Hotel.0-0-d178296-tFamilyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > > [Coral Princess Hotel & Dive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Cozumel-Hotels-Coral-Princess-Hotel-Dive-Resort.h460430.Hotel-Information) > > [Waterpark Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Waterpark-Hotels.0-0-d178315-tWaterparkHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Comfort Inn Prince Albert](https://www.expedia.ca/Prince-Albert-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Prince-Albert.h11703.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels.d602873.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Blue Horizons Garden Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Georges-Hotels-Blue-Horizons-Garden-Resort.h173812.Hotel-Information) > > [Thon Hotel EU](https://www.expedia.ca/Brussels-Hotels-Thon-Hotel-EU.h4594189.Hotel-Information) > > [Imperiale Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Margherita-Ligure-Hotels-Imperiale-Palace-Hotel.h527745.Hotel-Information) > > [Alt Hotel St. John's](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Johns-Hotels-Alt-Hotel-St-Johns.h19705629.Hotel-Information) > > [Condo Rentals Brampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Brampton-Condos.d6807-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Motto by Hilton New York City Chelsea](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Motto-By-Hilton-New-York-City-Chelsea.h68102889.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Kitchener (YKF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/ykf/vancouver-to-kitchener) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to St. Louis (STL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/stl/halifax-to-st-louis) > > [Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sfo/lax/san-francisco-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Nashville (BNA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/bna/calgary-to-nashville) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to South Bend (SBN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/sbn/vancouver-to-south-bend) > > [Flights from Lincoln (YFC) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yfc/yul/fredericton-to-montreal) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Porto (OPO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/opo/toronto-to-porto) > > [Flights from Dieppe (YQM) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqm/mco/moncton-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yeg/calgary-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Ahmedabad (AMD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ord/amd/chicago-to-ahmedabad) > > [Flights from Windsor (YQG) to St. Thomas (STT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqg/stt/windsor-to-st-thomas) > > [flights from trois rivieres airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yrq/flights-from-trois-rivieres-airport) ### Cars > [Avis Car Rentals In St Johns Intl](https://www.expedia.ca/Avis-Car-Rentals-In-St-Johns-Intl.d5527897-c41.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) > > [Car rentals in Madeira Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Madeira-Island.d11326.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Treviso](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Treviso.d10093.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Millennium Sports Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Millennium-Sports-Park-Cumberland.d6251642.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Express Gondola](https://www.expedia.ca/Express-Gondola-Mont-Tremblant-Pedestrian-Village.d6155011.Vacation-Attraction)