The hosts at Heartland Lodge are so friendly, you almost feel welcomed as family! We stayed just one night and were pleasantly surprised by this extremely well-kept accommodation, which is located at the "back" of Twizel. Very quiet, fresh, clean air and comfortable beds made for a good night's sleep. In the morning, Mary had prepared the best fried eggs... More

We recently returned to Heartland Lodge after having stayed there two years ago. We enjoyed our stay this time every bit as much as last time - Jim and Mary greeted us like old friends and made us so welcome. So many little thoughtful touches like having a cup of tea with us when we arrived to catch up on... More

Lovely property - rooms spacious, very comfortable , extremely clean and the hosts -Jim and Mary were so welcoming we were made to feel like old friends. After a complimentary glass of wine and canapes they recommended a restaurant in Twizel which was excellent. when we returned we sat chatting till late - the log fire created a homely cosy... More

We were welcomed by a sign showing our name. And shortly after Jim asked us in and showed the very spacious and wonderful rooms with a great view of the garden. We were given much info about Twizel and surroundings. After making afire in the frireplace, we had a very nice chat bout several items. After our dinner in town... More

My husband and I recently stayed here with my parents (so, 2 couples) for 2 nights. Jim and Mary are amazing hosts, their warmth and attention to detail is reflected everywhere in the lodge.. We stayed at the Retreat which is a great choice for families or groups. It could comfortably have slept 6-7 people.The Retreat has a cozy and... More

Our stay started with the most wonderful friendly welcome from Jim and Mary. It was really like staying with friends of friends, such lovely people. The house is very well designed, with a large open living space downstairs, with a laundry off this if you need it. The bedrooms are upstairs, ours was large with a beautiful bathroom. Jim and... More

Situated on a quiet road on the edge of Twizel, the lodge is an ideal place to view and visit Mount Cook. Mary and Jim were perfect hosts, providing a wonderful meal with local salmon (delivered to the door in the nick of time) and lively conversation. They made our one night stay as memorable as it could possibly be... More

This was a lovely homestay, hosted by a lovely couple, Jim and Mary. The breakfast was truly awesome and we were made to feel completely at home. The only negative point about our stay, was the lack of tea and coffee making facilities in the room. I need a cup of tea on waking and sometimes in the night and... More

Mary and Jim are remarkable, thoughtful and caring hosts, and their lodge is ideal -- comfortable, charming and a perfect place from which to visit magnificant Mount Cook and the surrounding area. Everything about our four-night stay was lovely -- most of all, perhaps, was meeting and getting to know Mary and Jim. I will long remember our wonderful dinner... More