Sam's Place Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Parking included
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sam's Place

A garden, barbecue grills, and free self parking are available at this smoke-free vacation home. The vacation home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven.

Guest accommodations at this vacation home offer fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Family friendly

Free crib

Kitchen

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Oven
Stovetop
Toaster

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area

Entertainment

DVD player
Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio

Laundry

Washing machine

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

No elevator
Smoking not allowed

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [4 Simpson Lane, Lake Tekapo]

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

About the neighborhood

Lake Tekapo is home to this vacation home. Lake Tekapo and Cowans Hill Walkway reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dark Sky Project and Mount John Observatory. Visit our Lake Tekapo travel guide

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What's nearby

Church of the Good Shepherd
13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Sheepdog Statue
15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Tekapo Springs
3 min drive - 1.4 miles
Lake Tekapo
3 min drive - 1.6 miles
Dark Sky Project
8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
178 min drive

Restaurants

Jack Rabbit
11 min walk
Greedy Cow
10 min walk
TLV Restaurant & Bar
10 min walk
Blue Lake Eatery & Bar
8 min walk
Ramen Tekapo
10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sam's Place pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sam's Place?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sam's Place?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sam's Place located?

Situated in Lake Tekapo, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo, Dark Sky Project, and Cowans Hill Walkway. Maclaren Footbridge and Church of the Good Shepherd are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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