The Cabins

Cabins
If you are traveling on a budget, consider staying in one of our cabins. We have two self-contained cabins, both with private outdoor areas, which overlook the Kingston Creek, and four basic cabins. Our cabins are a little bit different and each has its own character. So, if you want traditional-style simplicity and comfort, book a cabin. Room rates from $50.

Cabin 5: The Studio
Cabin 5 sleeps two and is a roomy modern studio with a queen-bed and en-suite. The kitchen is fully equipped with crockery, a fridge, microwave oven and there’s a dining table/chairs, sofa and a television. The Studio faces Kingston Creek, a small stream, and has a small private outdoor area with table and chairs. Near the Holiday Park facilities, BBQ and internet room, the Studio is ideal for a couple who want a longer stay.

Cabin 5 (Click images for larger photo.)

 

Cabin 6: The Crib
Cabin 6 was a Ministry of Works cottage, used by workers in the remote countryside, around the Wakatipu area during the 1950s and 60s. We have decorated it in the style of a typical South Island ‘crib’ (basic holiday home for family and friends). Cabin 6 has a separate bedroom with a double-bed and bunks and comfortably sleeps four. There is a sofa in the living room with table/chairs and a television. The Crib has a small fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and fridge; the en-suite has all usual facilities. There is a small private outdoor area, facing Kingston Creek, a small stream. The Crib is near the BBQ area and internet room and popular with families.  

Cabin 6 (Click image for larger photo.)

 

Basic Cabins
We have 4 cabins available for those on a strict budget. All of our cabins are cozy and well maintained, with good quality beds. We provide linen (sheets, pillow cases, duvet and towel). All cabins come with a heater, kettle, toaster, crockery and cutlery. Share the facilities and meet other travelers.

Cabins 1 and 2: Backpackers Nest

These two cabins were railway workers accommodation for single men during the 1950s.

• Basic backpacker accommodation.
• Both cabins sleep 2 people in bunks
• Heater, kettle, toaster, crockery
• Linen/towels/duvet provided, table and chairs
• Great value!

Cabins 1 & 2 (Click images for larger photo.)

Cabin 1 (Click images for larger photo.)

Cabin 2 (Click images for larger photo.)

 

Cabin 3: The Cottage

Cabin 3 is an authentic gold miners cottage built near the Shotover River in the 1920s and we’ve furnished it in this style. It was moved to Frankton before WW2 and then to our place during the 1960s. The Cottage is our most popular cabin.

• Economy accommodation
• Sleeps 2 in double bed
• Heater, kettle, crockery, toaster, cutlery
• Bed: electric blanket, linen, towels provided
• Table and chairs
• Ideal for a romantic backpacker couple

Cabin 3 (Click image for larger photo.)

 

Cabin 4: The Shed

Do you want something a little different? Stay in the Shed, cozy, but a little bit quirky.

• Basic backpacker accommodation
• Cabin 4 contains a double bed and top bunk and sleeps 3 people
• Heater, kettle, toaster, crockery, cutlery
• Linen/towels provided
• Great value for 3 backpackers

 

Cabin 4 (Click image for larger photo.)