The self-catering Lakefront Cottage with kitchen, cooktop, fridge, and a separate dining and living area. It is a short walk to the cafes and supermarket in the village, with an opportunity to admire and photograph the vast Mackenzie panorama on the way. The lake is accessible for swimming, fishing and to kayak. The village is on the A2O cycle trail where it will take you from the Alps to the Ocean. It also overlooks the famous Te Araroa walkway. In winter, the Round Hill ski area operates lifts for skiing and snowboarding, and at the Tekapo Springs there is ice skating and snow tubing under the stars. The warm days of summer are ideal for water sports, followed by an outdoor barbeque in the cool evenings. Open all year are: Restaurants, cafes, hot pools, and when the nights are clear, the Stargazing Tours are an amazing experience The other activities are: Golf, squash, tennis, hiking and mountain biking. Guides are available for horse riding, trout fishing and game hunting. At Mt Cook National Park one hour away, visitors will enjoy the experience of the hiking trails through the sub-alpine meadows to the mountains and glaciers. Accommodation for extra guests is available on site when required by larger parties .

The cottage is currently being used by families, small parties and wedding guests, extra accommodation can be provided. It is popular as a ski chalet for winter holidays and is used as a base for summer outdoor activities such as excursions to the Hermitage, and waterskiing or paddle boarding on the lake. At night the Dark Sky Reserve ensures that the stars and planets are clear and visible from the outdoor veranda. Guides are available on site.