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 Mataura Lodge Athol

1129 Garston-Athol Highway, 9793 Athol, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 49 reviews)

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9.3
Wonderful
49 reviews

Location was great, nice and quiet for my wife and I. Big place to accommodate , super cool atmosphere, massive value for money, great sleep, Jason was great to chat with on the finer details.

Stephen New Zealand

Clean and warm, with beautiful comfy beds, nice fire and it felts so good after cycling the rail trail in the cold. we felt very lucky to discover this gem.

Megan New Zealand

The house we far more spacious that we had thought and we wonderfully decorated. Especially liked the afternoon sun on the front patio.

Toby New Zealand

The house was spacious and decor was spectacular! Plenty of comforts and linens were excellent quality. Appreciated the bottle of wine left for us also:-)

Melanie Australia

The house is nice and clean. The neighborhood is very quiet as well.

Andy United States of America

The house is clean and tidy. It is a spacious house which is out of my expectation. The hosts are nice and providing feedback very quickly and efficiently.

Anonymous New Zealand

Awesome stay, spacious, fire bin filled and did not take long at all to heat. Had bread, milk and cereals which was awesome because we had kids.

Te New Zealand

The accommodation and amenities exceeded my expectations

Philip New Zealand

The location was perfect for the 2 day motorcycle event I was on. I got in late wet and cold to find the lodge was warm and welcoming. The bed was very comfortable. Just had cereal for breakfast and was gone before 7am. Sadly didnt get to experience The Lodge in daylight. Having a clothes dryer available was unexpected but a real blessing.

Dennis New Zealand

Lovely comfortable accommodation in the country town of Athol. The bedrooms were large and well furnished. The house had plenty of space for our family of five and was the perfect stopover on our journey to Te Anau.

Travis New Zealand
9.3
Wonderful
49 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Location was great, nice and quiet for my wife and I. Big place to accommodate , super cool atmosphere, massive value for money, great sleep, Jason was great to chat with on the finer details.”
    Stephen Stephen New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Clean and warm, with beautiful comfy beds, nice fire and it felts so good after cycling the rail trail in the cold. we felt very lucky to discover this gem.”
    Megan Megan New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The house we far more spacious that we had thought and we wonderfully decorated. Especially liked the afternoon sun on the front patio.”
    Toby Toby New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The house was spacious and decor was spectacular! Plenty of comforts and linens were excellent quality. Appreciated the bottle of wine left for us also:-)”
    Melanie Melanie Australia Australia
  • “The house is nice and clean. The neighborhood is very quiet as well.”
    Andy Andy United States of America United States of America
  • “The house is clean and tidy. It is a spacious house which is out of my expectation. The hosts are nice and providing feedback very quickly and efficiently.”
    New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Awesome stay, spacious, fire bin filled and did not take long at all to heat. Had bread, milk and cereals which was awesome because we had kids.”
    Te Te New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The accommodation and amenities exceeded my expectations”
    Philip Philip New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The location was perfect for the 2 day motorcycle event I was on. I got in late wet and cold to find the lodge was warm and welcoming. The bed was very comfortable.”
    Dennis Dennis New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Lovely comfortable accommodation in the country town of Athol. The bedrooms were large and well furnished.”
    Travis Travis New Zealand New Zealand

Categories:

  • Staff 9.6
  • Facilities 9.4
  • Cleanliness 9.6
  • Comfort 9.8
  • Value for money 9.6
  • Location 9.5
  • Free WiFi10
High score for Athol
Whole house
2153 ft²
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Kitchen
Mountain view
Garden

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Offering free WiFi and mountain views, Mataura Lodge Athol is a property located in Athol. Featuring free private parking, the vacation home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, skiing and cycling.

The vacation home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views.

A terrace and ski storage space can be found at the vacation home, along with a garden.

Mossburn is 19 miles from Mataura Lodge Athol, while Lumsden is 17 miles away. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, 43 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Mataura Lodge Athol has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jul 4, 2019

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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Guest reviews

9.3
Wonderful · 49 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff 9.6
  • Facilities 9.4
  • Cleanliness 9.6
  • Comfort 9.8
  • Value for money 9.6
  • Location 9.5
  • Free WiFi10
High score for Athol

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  • Stephen
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Location was great, nice and quiet for my wife and I. Big place to accommodate , super cool atmosphere, massive value for money, great sleep, Jason was great to chat with on the finer details.”
  • Megan
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Clean and warm, with beautiful comfy beds, nice fire and it felts so good after cycling the rail trail in the cold. we felt very lucky to discover this gem.”
  • Toby
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “The house we far more spacious that we had thought and we wonderfully decorated. Especially liked the afternoon sun on the front patio.”
  • Melanie
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The house was spacious and decor was spectacular! Plenty of comforts and linens were excellent quality. Appreciated the bottle of wine left for us also:-)”
  • Andy
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The house is nice and clean. The neighborhood is very quiet as well.”
  • A
    Anonymous
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “The house is clean and tidy. It is a spacious house which is out of my expectation. The hosts are nice and providing feedback very quickly and efficiently.”
  • Te
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Awesome stay, spacious, fire bin filled and did not take long at all to heat. Had bread, milk and cereals which was awesome because we had kids.”
  • Philip
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “The accommodation and amenities exceeded my expectations”
  • Dennis
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “The location was perfect for the 2 day motorcycle event I was on. I got in late wet and cold to find the lodge was warm and welcoming. The bed was very comfortable. Just had cereal for breakfast and was gone before 7am. Sadly didnt get to...”
  • Travis
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Lovely comfortable accommodation in the country town of Athol. The bedrooms were large and well furnished. The house had plenty of space for our family of five and was the perfect stopover on our journey to Te Anau.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Where would we be able to get an evening meal from as we will only have our bikes? Corinne
    Hi There. Thanks for the message. We have a cafe, The Brown Trout, in Athol which would be an option depending on when you stay. (The are open limited hours in Winter). Otherwise, we can provide dinner package options for you at a separate cost.
    Answered on June 8, 2021
  • Hi, We are looking to book accommodation for our extended family for a week or more in May. We live in Gore. Would it please be possible for us to come and visit the property soon, to make sure that it is suitable for us?
    Hi There - I am sorry for the delay in responding, I've only just now come across your post. Should you still be looking for accommodation I'l be happy to show you through. Get in touch and we can arrange a suitable time. Thanks Jason
    Answered on April 5, 2022
  • Hello When I made the booking I didn’t check all the details. I am intending to have two friends visit as well..old school friends going fly fishing
    Sorry for the late reply - get in touch through your booking and we can make the adjustment. Cheers Jason
    Answered on April 5, 2022

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Hosted by Jason Aitkens

9.6
Host Review Score
Jason Aitkens
Mataura Lodge Athol is immaculately renovated and situated in an idyllic rural setting. Located in private large gardens, only 45. minutes from Queenstown along the Southern Scenic Route toward Te Anu, it is perfect for a couples retreat or take advantage of our additional spaces to make this an ideal home for a family or group getaways. Mataura Lodge comes with unique Southland and Otago history. Starting life in the King Edward Army Barracks, built circa 1939, the building served to accommodate soldiers during wartimes. It then moved on to become a temporary home for New Zealand immigrants, seeking a new life in this beautiful country. Although the building has been completely renovated, original features remain. The floor boards in the main living area have been lovely restored and refitted, meaning you will be walking on a small part of history. Living Spaces included: Master Bedroom with Queen bed, private en suite and private sitting room Twin Bedroom with two singles beds, sharing a Jack n Jill bathroom with Queen Bedroom Queen Bedroom with Queen bed, sharing Jack n Jill bathroom with Twin Bedroom Fully equiped kitchen Spacious lounge and dining Rural views
Mataura Lodge is in Athol, about 45 minutes from Queenstown along the Southern Scenic Route toward Te Anu. Athol has long been a favourite location for fishing, with the Mataura and Orieti Rivers providing some of the best dry fly fishing in the world. The lodge is also perfectly situated providing easy access to some of the best cycling and mountain bike tracks in New Zealand, which offers a great way to get out and truly experience the beauty of this part of New Zealand. Athol has two popular licensed cafes, which are busy throughout the year with locals and tourists.
Language spoken: English
Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Lumsden Hotel
    12.4 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Route 6 Lumsden
    12.4 miles
  • Cafe/Bar The Hide Cafe
    0.1 miles
  • Cafe/Bar The Brown Trout Cafe
    0.1 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Mid Dome
    1.2 miles
  • Mountain Eyre Mountains
    1.2 miles
  • River Mataura River
    1.2 miles
Closest Airports
  • Queenstown Airport
    34.8 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Mataura Lodge Athol
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Secure parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
Freedom to eat when you want
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa tub
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
Space for everyone to be together
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
Fun for everyone under one roof
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Room Amenities
Extra comfort
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
Sit back and relax
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries Off-site
  • Ski storage
  • Horseback riding Off-site Additional charge
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Skiing Off-site
  • Fishing Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Off-site Additional charge
Outdoor & View
Enjoy the view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Mataura Lodge Athol takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Extra bed by request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

1 crib and 1 extra bed available on request.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Please inform Mataura Lodge Athol of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Mataura Lodge Athol

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Mataura Lodge Athol on this page.

  • Mataura Lodge Athol is 2,600 feet from the center of Athol.

  • Mataura Lodge Athol has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at Mataura Lodge Athol may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Mataura Lodge Athol offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding
    • Temporary art galleries

  • Mataura Lodge Athol can accommodate this group size:

    • 6 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Mataura Lodge Athol is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, Mataura Lodge Athol is popular with guests booking family stays.