Terrace Downs High Country Resort
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TERRACE DOWNS RESORT
Coleridge Road
Windwhistle
Canterbury
New Zealand
Telephone:
+64 3-318-6943
Fax:
+64 3-317-9373
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Hotel Description
Perched on the edge of the Rakaia Gorge near the base of Mt Hutt, Terrace Downs is New Zealands premier High Country Resort. Spectacular golf, deluxe accommodation and a host of activities await visitors to this area of natural beauty, just 50 minutes drive from Christchurch. The 18-hole championship golf course is widely regarded as being one of the top three in New Zealand. Deluxe accommodation features superbly designed studios, self contained villas and larger detached homes. Facilities include a selection of restaurant dining areas and bars with incomparable views, Day Spa, tennis courts and much more.
Luxury Hotel Accommodation
1 bedroom Terrace Villa Suite - A king/twin bedroom villa with large ensuite bathroom featuring a raised double spa bath. A large open plan, fully equipped kitchen with microwave, lounge and dining area with gas fire open on to a balcony enjoying panoramic views of the mountains and back nine holes of the golf course.
2 bedroom Terrace Villa Suite - A two bedroom, two bathroom apartment. The master bedroom has a large ensuite bathroom with raised double spa bath, king size bed and access to a balcony overlooking the golf course. The second room has its own bathroom and a balcony capturing the morning sun. The living area includes a large open plan kitchen, laundry facilities, lounge and dining room with a gas fire and panoramic views.
3 bedroom Terrace Villa Suite - A three bedroom, two bathroom apartment. The master bedroom has a large ensuite bathroom with raised double spa bath, king size bed and access to a balcony overlooking the golf course. The second and third rooms have their own bathroom and a balcony capturing the morning sun. The living area includes a large open plan kitchen, laundry facilities, lounge and dining room with a gas fire and panoramic views.
Fairway Chalet - These 3-4 bedroom properties are located along the fairways of the front 9 holes of the golf course. The chalets feature stylish indoor/outdoor living areas capturing spectacular views of the golf course and the Southern Alps. Each house is uniquely different in theme, and all have at least two full bathrooms, laundry facilities, a fully equipped kitchen along with spacious bed, living and dining rooms.

Room Facilities
Air-Conditioning, Balcony, CD Player, Colour Television, Ensuite (Private Bathroom), Guest Laundry, Hairdryer, Iron / Ironing Board, Microwave, Minibar, Modem / Data Port Connection, Non Smoking Rooms, Radio, Refrigerator, Self Catering (Full Kitchen), Spa, Tea / coffee making facilities, Telephone, Voicemail

Check-in Time
3:00 PM

Check-out Time
11:00 AM
Facilities
Catering to guests of all ages the resort features deluxe one-to-four bedroom accommodation, three on-site dining options and together with a selection of resort-operated leisure and adventure activities to choose from, Terrace Downs makes for an exciting and memorable day trip in to Canterbury's High Country; an all-seasons leisure weekend retreat, and offers the ultimate conference, team building and wedding venue. Resort activities include an 18-hole championship golf course, spa treatments in The Spa, jet boating, on-site horse treks, clay pigeon shooting course, archery range through to salmon and trout fishing off our beautiful river shores!
Location
Transportation
Via Christchurch - Darfield

Drive West on the Main West Coast Road (SH 73) through Yaldhurst. Stay on SH73 until you come to Darfield (approximately 25 minutes). Turn left at the end of the town to Methven and Mount Hutt on SH 72. Take this road, passing through Glentunnel. After 37km SH72 turns sharp left (at the Windwhistle Garage). Take the road straight ahead (be very careful of the turn) with the garage on the left, this will join you up with Coleridge Road - continue for 6kms until you reach Terrace Downs.

Follow the yellow A.A. signs. Look for the rock-walled entranceway on your left.


Via South - Inland SH72

From Geraldine travel North along SH 72 on the inland scenic route, Follow the signs to Mount Hutt and Rakaia Gorge. When you reach the Gorge cross over the two bridges, continue on the main highway right to the top of the Gorge and take the first road on the left (Coleridge Road) which directs you to the resort, following the yellow A.A. signs.