We liked this place so much we want to have the exact same design for a dream mountain lake place of our own. The warm fire made the place feel cozy at night and I loved watching the mountains appear over the foot of my bed each morning. The stars were amazing right outside Simon’s place but I do recommend getting away from even the minimal lights of Lake Tekapo and houses around Simon’s to fully experience the splendor of the dark sky reserve.
Simon was an excellent, responsive host and our time at Simon’s will be a happy place I’ll visit in my mind for many years to come.