Title: The Great Escape, Twizel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Great Escape, Twizel Vacation home in Twizel with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74510000/74500600/74500557/22325ea2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74510000/74500600/74500557/5b90da10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74510000/74500600/74500557/548cf6ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74510000/74500600/74500557/7ffc8d03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74510000/74500600/74500557/1f22edf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled on a quiet street in the heart of Twizel, this 4-bedroom retreat offers ample space for family and friends to unwind. With two large separate living areas and a spacious deck, you can make the most of the Mackenzie season. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 15 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Great Escape, Twizel Escape to our brand new 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located just a few minutes walk to the centre of Twizel on a quiet street. With 2 large seperate living areas there is ample room for family and friends and a huge deck to make the most of the Mackenzie season. The house is 100% completed but the landscaping has yet to begin, so please check the photo's. There is plenty of off street parking for multiple vehicles and/or boats. Everything you need for your "Great Escape". ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78200000/78194400/78194390/2efc1bb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Happy Holidays on Harris just mins from the Lake! 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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 97439 ## About the area ![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-44.25610%2C170.08800&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UXblmW62hLlrk0k1At63OosHuyY=) Twizel, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Mueller Ridge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Twizel Town Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Lake Ruataniwha - 3 min drive - 3.0 km - Lake Pukaki - 11 min drive - 14.5 km - Lake Ohau - 28 min drive - 24.0 km #### Getting around - Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 113 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Top Hut - ‬13 min walk - ‪Musterers Hut - ‬19 min walk - ‪Poppies Cafe - ‬20 min walk - ‪Mint Folk - ‬12 min walk - ‪Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Great Escape, Twizel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Great Escape, Twizel? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Great Escape, Twizel? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Great Escape, Twizel located? > Situated in Twizel, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Mueller Ridge and Twizel Town Centre. Lake Ruataniwha is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Great Escape, Twizel 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa R. Jul 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious and great for families Fantastic having a separate living space with a TV for kids to hang out. Clean, warm, everything you could need. ##### Lisa R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith C. Feb 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mt Cook NP visit Excellent, plenty of space, clean, well equipped and maintained. Good position to do day trips to Mount Cook NP, Twizel is convenient location on our south island route from Lake Tekapo to Wanaka ##### Keith C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jackie O. Jan 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic property for families What a great house for our for our summer holiday in Twizel! Lots of comfortable beds with two living areas which worked perfectly for our two families. We all fitted around the big dining table for dinners and card games. Certainly appreciated the fully fenced property, fantastic amenities which were modern and clean. Location was perfect - a quick walk to town and a short drive to the lake where we spent most of our time. I have no doubt that we will be back! ##### Jackie O. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda W. Jul 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Two families Was a great stay thanks, great house, layout amazing. Perfect set up from two families. Highly recommend! ##### Amanda W. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian T. Oct 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Nice house, apologies for the noise ##### Brian T. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maddie H. Apr 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Two Family's A beautiful warm modden home, perfect to fit two family's in. We loved every moment and wish we stayed longer! ##### Maddie H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023