Terrace Downs · Canterbury · New Zealand

Entirely Private.
Completely Yours.

A secluded luxury retreat for up to 14 — 45 minutes from Mt Hutt, 60 minutes from Christchurch

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7Bedrooms
14Guests
45minMt Hutt
100%Private
The Experience

Grand dimensions, complete privacy, and scenery that is quintessentially New Zealand — the chalet is yours, entirely, from the moment you arrive.

No shared spaces. No other guests. No interruptions. Whether you're here to ski, celebrate, gather generations of family, or simply disappear into the mountains for a few days — everything is in place for exactly the stay you have in mind.

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Exclusively Yours

The entire chalet is reserved for your group alone. No other guests, no shared amenities — complete privacy from arrival to departure.

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Secluded Setting

Set within the Terrace Downs precinct with uninterrupted mountain views. The seclusion of the countryside, the proximity of world-class facilities.

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Your Rules, Your Pace

Arrive when you like, dine when you choose, sleep as late as you please. The chalet works entirely around your schedule.

Zen Sanctuary

Chromotherapy Bathhouse

Twin showers, twin vanities, toilet and an infinity bath with chromotherapy lighting, music and cascading water. Open the windows to birdsong and mountain air, or lie back and gaze at the stars on a clear Canterbury night. The most restorative room in the region.

Signature Feature

The Stone Fireplace

Double-sided, floor-to-ceiling river stone — warming the lounge and dining room simultaneously as snow-capped peaks fill every window.

Fully Equipped

Kitchen & Dining for Fourteen

A professional kitchen with everything to prepare and present a celebration dinner — or let our chef do it all for you.

Planning Something Special?

Tell Us. We'll Make It Extraordinary.

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Ski Weekends

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Golf Retreats

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Wedding Parties

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Milestone Birthdays

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Corporate Retreats

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Family Reunions

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Fishing & Hunting

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Wellness Escapes

Catering & Events

Let the chef take care of everything.

The award-winning Terrace Downs restaurant chef will prepare a menu tailored entirely to your occasion — dietary requirements, preferred style, number of courses. Food delivered ready to heat and serve, or full in-house chef service for the ultimate celebration.

"Planning something special? Tell us — and we'll make it extraordinary."

From an intimate dinner for two to a celebration feast for fourteen, every detail of your catering experience is tailored to you.

Guest Stories

What Our Guests Say

"Our stay at Yuki's Chalet was nothing short of exceptional. The accommodation was beautifully maintained, the views mesmerizing, and the host went out of her way to ensure we had everything we needed."
Jake — November 2024
"This is a must-stay for anyone who loves a peaceful luxury setting. Hard to describe our outstanding experience — you need to be there to feel those beautiful positive vibes. We will be back for sure."
Am — December 2025
"The Japanese bath was a highlight — a real relaxation experience. We opened the windows and looked at the stars and listened to the wind in the trees. Quite amazing. We'll be back!"
Joe — February 2023
"A bottle of bubbles and chocolates waiting on arrival — such a lovely gesture. It's rare to find accommodation combining such beautiful surroundings, incredible amenities and a host who truly cares."
Clare — March 2025
Trees That Count — Native Tree Supporter

Trees That Count — Monthly Contributor

Every month, Yuki's Chalet contributes to native tree planting at Tārerekautuku Yarrs Lagoon, Canterbury — restoring wetland habitat and biodiversity for future generations. It's our way of giving back to the land that makes every stay so remarkable.

Learn about Trees That Count →

Ready to escape?

Your private chalet awaits.

Seven bedrooms. Fourteen guests. One mountain retreat — entirely yours.

Accessibility

A Warm Welcome
For Every Guest

Yuki's Chalet is designed so that guests of all abilities can enjoy every comfort. Full wheelchair access on the ground floor — no compromises.

Ground Floor Access

Fully Accessible on the Ground Floor

The entire ground floor — lounge, dining, kitchen, master bedroom, second bedroom, bathhouse and laundry — is accessible by wheelchair. Wide doorways and ramped access throughout the ground floor ensure ease of movement.

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Front Entrance

Flat smooth pathway to front door. Metal ramp available for wheelchair access.

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Lounge, Dining & Kitchen

Wide double doors open from the foyer to the living and dining area, and from the dining area to the mountain-view patio.

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Master Bedroom

Wheelchair accessible, with direct access to the patio and grounds.

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Bathhouse

Rubber ramps for shower access. Shower seat and non-skid floor mats. Grab rail beside the toilet.

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Guest Toilet

Separate ground-floor guest toilet with hand basin.

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Laundry & Garage

Both accessible on the ground floor. Disabled parking available.

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Rear Patio

Rubber ramps provide access to the mountain-view patio from the dining area and master bedroom.

Qualmark Certified

Yuki's Chalet is accredited Qualmark 5-Star Silver — New Zealand's official quality assurance mark, which includes verified standards for accessibility, safety and inclusive hospitality.

Signature Feature

The Chromotherapy Bathhouse

The ground-floor bathhouse is the centrepiece of the wellness experience at Yuki's Chalet — and fully designed with accessibility in mind. Open the windows to let in the birdsong and mountain air, or on a clear Canterbury night, gaze up at the stars as you soak.

  • →Chromotherapy infinity bath with music, lighting and cascading water
  • →Twin walk-in showers with rubber ramp access
  • →Shower seat and non-skid safety mats
  • →Grab rail beside the toilet
  • →Twin vanities with ample turning space
At a Glance
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Step-Free Access

Entire ground floor including entrance, living, dining, kitchen, bedrooms, bathhouse, laundry and patio.

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Parking

Disabled parking space available. Double garage and additional street parking for all guests.

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Accessible Bathhouse

Rubber ramp shower access, shower seat, grab rail, safety mats — all in the main ground-floor bathhouse.

Questions about accessibility? We're happy to discuss your specific needs before you book. Get in touch →

Ready to plan your stay?

Exclusively yours.

Tell us what you need and we'll make sure everything is in place before you arrive.

Private Executive Retreat · Terrace Downs, Canterbury

For decisions
that matter.

A private environment designed for clarity, alignment, and decisive progress. Exclusively yours — for up to 14 senior participants.

"Most offsites don't work.
Too many distractions. Too little focus.
No real shift in thinking."

Yuki's Chalet offers something different: a private environment designed for clarity, alignment, and decisive progress.

This is not a venue. It is a setting for outcomes.

The Proposition

A controlled environment
for leadership teams

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Exclusive use — complete privacy, no competing guests

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Designed for 6–14 senior participants across 7 bedrooms

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Open-plan living ideal for structured sessions and informal alignment

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Expansive alpine environment that naturally slows pace and improves conversation

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No intrusions — no branding, no noise, just space to think clearly

What It Enables

Used effectively, this environment supports

Strategy

Strategic Reset & Recalibration

Step away from the business to see it clearly. The distance of Terrace Downs creates the conditions for decisions that can't be made in the office.

Leadership

Executive & Board Alignment

Alignment at board and executive level. Confidential discussion in a trusted, private setting — no shared spaces, no interruptions.

Resolution

Complex & Stalled Decisions

Some decisions need space, not more data. The environment at Yuki's Chalet removes friction and enables the conversations that move things forward.

Typical Uses
  • →Annual planning workshops
  • →Board and executive strategy sessions
  • →Leadership team alignment
  • →CEO-led strategy resets
  • →Client hosting — high-value relationships
  • →Confidential discussions requiring discretion
Sectors We Work With
  • →Professional services — law, accounting, consulting
  • →Construction & engineering
  • →Agribusiness (strong Canterbury base)
  • →Technology & innovation companies
  • →Crown entities & government (selectively)
  • →Health, education & iwi leadership
Environment

Environment shapes thinking

The setting naturally slows pace — and improves the quality of conversation. Expansive alpine outlooks, natural light, warm grounded interiors, and areas for both collective and individual reflection.

  • →Large open-plan living and dining — ideal for workshops and breakouts
  • →Multiple breakout zones throughout the property
  • →Outdoor deck with expansive mountain and pond views
  • →Luxury bathhouse with chromotherapy tub and twin showers and vanities
  • →Panoramic views from almost every room
  • →Catering coordination available on request
Structure

A typical leadership retreat

No rigid format — but a structure that supports momentum. Designed to transition naturally between working sessions and restorative space.

Day One

Arrival & Framing

Settle in, share the view, establish the intent. Informal dinner by the fire — the right conversations happen before the agenda begins.

Day Two

Focused Sessions

Structured morning and afternoon sessions in the open-plan space. Breakouts over the deck. Informal alignment over evening.

Day Three

Decision & Direction

Consolidate decisions, agree forward plan, depart with clarity. Flexible checkout to allow unhurried closure.

Location

Close enough to access.
Removed enough to think.

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~1 hour from Christchurch International Airport

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45 minutes from Mt Hutt Ski Field

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30 minutes from Methven

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Set within the Terrace Downs alpine landscape — golf, dining and trails on site

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Terrace Downs clubhouse café 5 minutes' walk — open seven days, coffee and food all day, fine dining evenings

Delivered simply, without friction

  • →Catering coordination if required
  • →Flexible arrival and departure timing
  • →Styled meeting or workshop setup
  • →Local activity recommendations and booking assistance
  • →Everything designed to remain unobtrusive
For Chairs and Chief Executives

Clarity. Alignment. Decision.

This environment is particularly suited to board and executive alignment prior to major decisions, CEO-led strategy resets, and confidential discussions requiring discretion and focus.

No branding. No intrusion. Just the space to think clearly.

That is the purpose of this space.

Make an Enquiry

Let's talk about
what you need

Every corporate retreat is different. Tell us your objectives, your team size, and your preferred dates — and we'll put together a tailored package.

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Get in touch

Email us with your dates, team size and objectives.

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Receive a tailored package

We'll respond within 24 hours with options and availability.

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Arrive and focus

Everything is in place. Your job is to think clearly.

What guests say

"A rare combination of luxury accommodation and functional space — we got more done in two days than in three months of Friday meetings."

— Corporate guest · Booking.com 9.8/10

The Chalet

Grand in Scale.
Entirely Private.

Seven bedrooms, a chromotherapy bathhouse, a double-sided stone fireplace, a professional kitchen — and views that stop every guest mid-sentence.

Location

Perfectly Placed

A scenic 60-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport, Yuki's Chalet sits within the Fable Terrace Downs Resort precinct — 30 minutes from Methven and 45 minutes from Mt Hutt Ski Field.

60 min · Christchurch Airport 45 min · Mt Hutt Ski Field 30 min · Methven Fable Terrace Downs Resort
"The views are absolutely stunning — the majestic mountain with clouds hanging over it like a tablecloth reminded us of Table Mountain in South Africa."
Natasha, December 2025
Making Your Stay Special

Chef Catering, Tailored to You

Whether you're celebrating a milestone or simply want the pleasure of a restaurant-quality meal in your private mountain retreat, the Terrace Downs chef will prepare everything to your brief.

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Prepared & Ready

The chef prepares your full menu — tailored to your occasion, guest numbers and dietary requirements. Everything is delivered and placed in the refrigerator, ready for you to heat and serve at your own pace, in your own time.

  • Menu designed around your occasion and preferences
  • All dietary requirements accommodated
  • Delivered and refrigerator-ready on your arrival
  • Clear heat-and-serve instructions provided
  • Ideal for intimate dinners through to large celebrations
Option Two

Full In-House Chef Service

For the ultimate occasion, the chef comes to you. Full preparation, cooking, presentation and service within the chalet — you and your guests simply arrive at the table and enjoy.

  • Chef present for the full dining experience
  • Restaurant-quality dining in your private setting
  • Tailored to weddings, milestone birthdays, corporate dinners
  • Wine pairing available on request
  • Kitchen left immaculate — nothing for you to worry about
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Prefer to Cook Yourself?

The chalet's kitchen is fully and professionally equipped — triple ovens, all appliances, complete cookware, platters, wine glasses and every utensil needed to prepare and present a celebration dinner for up to 14 guests. Everything is here. You just bring the ideas.

Accommodation

Seven Bedrooms, Sleeping 14

Every room finished with luxurious bedding and electric blankets. Ground floor fully wheelchair accessible. Two upper-level bedrooms have private balconies.

Ground Floor
Bedroom 1 · Master · Ground Floor

King Bedroom

1 King Bed · Sleeps 2

Bifold doors open directly to the deck and grounds with mountain and pond views. Steps from the chromotherapy bathhouse. Wheelchair accessible.

Bedroom 2 · Ground Floor

Single Room

1 Single Bed + 1 Rollaway · Sleeps 2

Adjacent to the master bedroom. Ground-level access — ideal for accessibility needs. Serviced by the main bathhouse.

Upper Floor
Bedroom 3 · Upper Floor

California King Suite

1 California King Bed · Sleeps 2

The grandest upper-floor room. Mountain and pond views with balcony access. Generous proportions and luxury appointments throughout.

Bedroom 4 · Upper Floor

Queen Bedroom with Balcony

1 Queen Bed · Sleeps 2

Private balcony with sweeping mountain views. Light-filled and elegantly appointed.

Bedroom 5 · Upper Floor

Queen Bedroom with Balcony

1 Queen Bed · Sleeps 2

Private balcony overlooking the pond. Bright and serene.

Bedroom 6 · Upper Floor

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed · Sleeps 2

Upper-floor queen room with mountain views and generous wardrobe space.

Bedroom 7 · Upper Floor

Single Room

1 Single Bed + 1 Trundler · Sleeps 2

Adjacent to a queen bedroom. Panoramic mountain views from dual windows. Portable infant cot available on request.

7 Bedrooms
14 Guests
2 Private Balconies
∞ Chromotherapy Bath
Bathrooms

The Bathhouse Experience

The ground-floor bathhouse is the heart of the chalet's wellness offering — a chromotherapy infinity bath, twin showers, twin vanities, toilet and a guest toilet.

  • Chromotherapy infinity bath with music & lighting
  • Twin showers · Twin vanities · Toilet · Guest toilet
  • Upper bathroom: shower, vanity, toilet, and separate toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible with ramps, grab rails & shower seat
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Chromotherapy
Infinity Bath

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Twin Showers +
Twin Basins + Toilet

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Ground Floor
Guest Toilet

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Upper Floor — Full Bathroom
Shower, Vanity + Toilet

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Upper Floor
Separate Toilet + Vanity

Everything Included

We've Thought of Everything

Kitchen & Dining

  • Fully equipped professional kitchen
  • Triple ovens + all appliances
  • Dishwasher & refrigerator
  • Dining table for 14
  • BBQ & outdoor dining
  • Wine glasses, platters & serveware

Living & Comfort

  • Double-sided stone fireplace
  • Heat pump air conditioning
  • Electric blankets on all beds
  • Luxury bedding & linens
  • Cable TV & streaming
  • High-speed WiFi throughout

Practicalities

  • Double garage & street parking
  • Washer, dryer & drying rack
  • Iron & hair dryer
  • Portable infant cot available
  • Cricket & pétanque set
  • Board games

Access & Wellness

  • Full wheelchair access (ground floor)
  • Chromotherapy bathhouse
  • Alfresco deck & garden
  • Private entrance
  • Pets welcome (with approval)
  • Optional mid-stay cleaning
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Check-in & Out

Arrive from 3:00 pm
Depart by 11:00 am
Early/late by arrangement

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Guests

Maximum 14 guests
Day visitors by prior approval
Quiet hours 10pm – 8am

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Pets

Dogs welcome with approval
Maximum 2 dogs
Please bring your pet's bedding

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Getting Here

Car recommended
60 min from Christchurch Airport
Clear arrival instructions provided

Activities

Adventure Awaits
at Every Turn

World-class skiing, championship golf, helicopter flights and more — all on your doorstep.

From first light on the ski field to a late dinner in your private chalet, every day can be filled with exactly what you love most — or nothing at all.

45 min away Winter Sport

Skiing at Mt Hutt

One of New Zealand's finest ski fields, Mt Hutt offers spectacular terrain for all levels. The Canterbury Plains spread below you as you ski — a panorama unlike anything in the southern hemisphere.

Visit Mt Hutt →
On your doorstep Golf & Resort

Fable Terrace Downs Resort

The award-winning Fable Terrace Downs Resort sits right at the edge of the property. A championship golf course, tennis courts, gym and fine dining are all available to guests of Yuki's Chalet.

Explore the Resort →
Rakaia surrounds Wilderness

Hunting, Fishing & Heli Flights

The rivers and ranges surrounding Terrace Downs offer world-class trout fishing, deer hunting, and some of the most spectacular helicopter scenery on earth.

Rakaia Helicopters →
Also Nearby

More to Explore

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Walking & Hiking

Trails through the foothills and along the Rakaia Gorge offer breathtaking scenery at a gentle pace.

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Wining & Dining

Methven's cafes and the resort's award-winning restaurant make for memorable evenings out.

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Trout Fishing

The Rakaia and Rangitata rivers are legendary among fly fishers. Your host can recommend the best guides.

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Tennis & Gym

Use the resort's tennis courts and gym facilities — available to guests staying at Yuki's Chalet.

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Wildlife & Nature

Ducks crossing to the pond, mountain birds, and the starlit silence of the Canterbury foothills.

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Spa & Wellness

Begin or end every day in the chromotherapy bathhouse — the most restorative room in Canterbury.

Sustainability

We Love
This Land

Our commitment to the Canterbury landscape is genuine — expressed monthly in native trees planted in its soil.

"We believe that sustainable travel enhances the experience of our guests and helps preserve the natural beauty of our surroundings for future generations."

Trees That Count — Native Tree Supporter

Planting Native Trees
Every Month

Yuki's Chalet makes a monthly contribution to native tree planting at Tārerekautuku Yarrs Lagoon, Canterbury — a wetland restoration project that returns native birds, plants and biodiversity to this remarkable corner of the South Island.

Trees That Count is New Zealand's platform for verified native planting. Every tree planted is tracked, located and contributes to landscape-scale restoration.

View our planting project at Tārerekautuku Yarrs Lagoon →
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Monthly Contribution

Regular funding to the Tārerekautuku Yarrs Lagoon planting project, Canterbury

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Wetland Restoration

Native plantings restore habitat for birds and biodiversity in the Canterbury wetlands

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Verified by Trees That Count

New Zealand's trusted platform for native tree planting and ecological restoration

Our Commitments

How We Care for This Place

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Native Tree Planting

Monthly contributions to Tārerekautuku Yarrs Lagoon — restoring native wetland habitat in the Canterbury region.

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Energy Efficiency

Energy-efficient lighting, heating and appliances throughout. We ask guests to turn off lights and heating when not in use.

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Eco-Friendly Products

Biodegradable cleaning products and sustainable toiletries. Single-use plastics eliminated wherever possible.

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Local Sourcing

Catering, materials and services sourced from local Canterbury and Methven suppliers wherever possible.

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Waste Reduction

Clearly labelled recycling and composting bins make it easy for every guest to participate.

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Carbon-Conscious Travel

We encourage carpooling, electric vehicles and train travel to Christchurch — and offer a carbon calculator to help offset your journey.

Your Role

How You Can Help

  • Turn off lights, heating and appliances when not in use
  • Take shorter showers and reuse your towels
  • Follow the recycling and composting guidelines
  • Choose lower-emission transport options where possible
  • Offset your travel footprint via a verified scheme
  • Leave the grounds free of litter — leave it better than you found it

"We love this land deeply. That's why we ask you to leave it exactly as you found it — and a little better."

— Judie, Host
Reservations

Reserve Your
Private Retreat

Exclusively yours — from the moment you arrive.

Before You Book

Everything You Need to Know

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Complete Privacy

The entire chalet is yours alone — no other guests, no shared spaces, no interruptions.

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Chef Catering Available

Tell us your occasion and we'll arrange the Terrace Downs chef — prepared and ready, or full in-house service.

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Check-in / Out

Arrive from 3:00 pm · Depart by 11:00 am. Early/late by arrangement.

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Pets Welcome

Up to 2 dogs with prior approval. A warm welcome awaits them too.

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Wheelchair Accessible

Full ground-floor access including bathhouse, master bedroom and living areas.

Planning something special? Tell us and we'll make it extraordinary.

Get in Touch

Check Availability & Book

Live availability — select your dates and book securely in real time.

Bookings processed securely through Preno. Availability synced live across all platforms.

Recognition

Awards & Accreditations

Independent recognition of the quality, sustainability and hospitality that defines every stay at Yuki's Chalet.

Booking.com Traveller Review Award 2026 — 9.8 out of 10

Guest Reviews

Rated 9.8 out of 10 by verified guests on Booking.com — Traveller Review Award 2026.

Qualmark 5-Star Silver Sustainable Tourism Business Award

Qualmark Certified

New Zealand's official quality assurance mark — 5-Star Silver for sustainable tourism, safety and hospitality.

Trees That Count — Native Tree Supporter

Native Tree Supporter

Monthly donor to Trees That Count — contributing to native tree planting in the region, including Tārerekautuku Yarrs Lagoon and the Oxford Foothills Restoration project.

Learn about Trees That Count →