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.

Option One

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
Option Three

Asado Fire Feast

Open-fire BBQ catering from Asado Experience NZ. A fire-pit chef cooks premium cuts low and slow over manuka wood, right at the chalet, while your guests gather round, watch, and help themselves — relaxed, communal and memorable.

  • Live fire-pit cooking on-site, over manuka wood
  • Premium cuts, slow-cooked asado-style
  • A relaxed, help-yourself way to dine together
  • A natural fit for celebrations, groups and corporate evenings
  • See the Asado Experience NZ photo gallery
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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

Chromotherapy
Infinity Bath

2

Twin Showers +
Twin Basins + Toilet

2

Ground Floor
Guest Toilet

1

Upper Floor — Full Bathroom
Shower, Vanity + Toilet

1

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

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 →