Mt Lyford is the home of an alpine village and ski resort on the South Island of New Zealand and is New Zealand's best-kept snow secret. Primarily known as a ski resort area, Mt Lyford is breathtaking all year round.
The main attraction in winter in Mt Lyford is its stunning ski resorts like Mt Lyford Alpine Resort but unlike many of the New Zealand ski resorts which are pulsing with hundreds of visitors and locals, Mt Lyford is quieter and relaxed, even at the peak of ski season. One of the first lifted ski areas in New Zealand, it remains largely undiscovered and few are aware that the mountain has some awesome terrain. The highest point, Mt Terako, has the best views of any lifted ski area in NZ and crowds simply do not exist.
Throughout the year Mt Lyford offers a range of other alpine attractions like Mt Lyford Adventure Park where you can take the beautiful walk up the Crystal Lake Trail and to "The Wandle" also fishing, walking, mountain biking, stargazing and the opportunity to find a sense of secluded paradise. So book your holiday accommodation in Mt Lyford now on Search and Stay.
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The mountain is close to Christchurch but far enough away to escape the crowds, it really is a hidden gem in the busy skiing tiara of New Zealand.
If you’re new to skiing in New Zealand, Lyford is a great place to start out. But it also provides difficult runs for the more advanced and incredible 360-degree views of the surrounding Kaikoura mountain range all the way through to the coast.
To make the most of your time and to get full days of skiing, it's best to stay overnight close by and Search and Stay offers self-contained holiday houses or baches in the village of Mt Lyford from log chalets to eco-lodges.
Plus the main restaurant is a great spot for an apres ski beer with a big cosy stone fireplace.
It is beautiful country: Towering mountains, regenerating bush, no traffic, no noise. The baches are far apart and houses must be built of logs, have roofs pitched at 45 degrees and have a rustic, mountain chalet look. The holiday homes are clustered a kilometre or two above the valley bottom.
There are no shops, no amenities, only houses. High above is the Mt Lyford Alpine Resort.
Select from Search and Stay's New Zealand holiday accommodation in Mt Lyford. The unique log chalets and eco-lodges are all situated amongst some of the world's most breathtaking scenery, nestled in the stunning bush with outstanding views on Mt Lyford, the Seaward Kaikoura's or the Canterbury coastal foothills.
The log chalets provide a great getaway haven for those who want to have some quality time without the distractions of modern life. Search and Stay assure to have something to suit your requirements. If you are not up for skiing, head to Mt Lyford in the warmer months and enjoy a swim in a clear mountain lake, go for walks and mountain bike rides, play some tennis or just relax in a private hot tub.
Everything you need to make your stay relaxing and comfortable is provided.
While there is plenty to offer in the remote alpine destination of Mt Lyford it is also 50 minutes drive from the hot springs resort town of Hanmer Springs in Canterbury, the perfect place to go and treat yourself to after a few days of hard skiing at Mt Lyford.
