Jack Daniels Rest Tekapo MacKenzie District

“Quaint, rustic, historic place to stay.”

Burkes Pass was stunning, the heritage trail was both intriguing and picturesque. The whole setup felt like a charming village with fascinating memorabilia and an old‑world vibe. Many items were on sale, offering unique pieces at good prices. The cottage was compact—think caravan size—but perfectly adequate, and we enjoyed the rustic atmosphere. The bonus ciders were a delight! The only drawback was that the bed felt a bit small for us, as we’re used to a king bed, but overall it was a pleasant escape from the crowds in Tekapo. Its close proximity to Fairlie and the beautiful surroundings, as well as Tekapo itself, makes it an ideal spot, and we’d definitely choose it again, especially given the price and the nice coffee on departure.

Kim·Un mese fa

The cabin setup was awesome and very pleasant; I would definitely return.

Ragnar·Un mese fa

The place was a fun, quirky spot with plenty to explore inside the cabin and on the grounds, and its location was convenient from Queenstown toward Hanmer Springs, but the room felt a bit cramped for large luggage and I missed having a comfortable chair to sit on.

Douglas·Un mese fa

The breakfast was good with bread, jams, butter, milk, coffee, etc., and the lady who welcomed us was very kind, friendly, and helpful; it was lovely to stay in a charming spot like Burkes Pass and enjoy the peace of nature, but the bed was uncomfortable and sagged, making me sleep in a bent position; the bathroom worked but was poorly designed—no ventilation fan for odors or steam from the shower; the heating system was fine in that it kept us warm, yet because it’s a cinebasto (similar to a webasto) it’s impossible to control the temperature—setting it to 18 °C lowers the fan but the heat continues to run nonstop.

Rebecca·2 mesi fa

“Peaceful.”

The space was super cosy.

Amanda·4 mesi fa