The Mai Mai

The Mai Mai

Windwhistle, Canterbury

The Mai Mai is set on the same high country property as the famous Washpen Falls Walk. 

It is a 50-minute drive from Christchurch Airport, one hour from Christchurch City and 20 minutes from the Mt Hutt access road. It's perfectly positioned geographically for a stopover to or from Queenstown, Tekapo, West Coast and beyond. 

The Mai Mai gazes over calm waters and gentle rolling farmland. Wander across the bridge leading to your cosy hut. Inside, a comfortable living and sleeping area is warmed by a Roaring Meg fire, while the luxe bathroom showcases a double black corten steel shower that blends rustic touches with modern comfort.

Dining choices include indoor and outdoor bar leaners, a wooden outdoor table, and a cosy dinner nook beside your covered entertainers open-air kitchen. Soak up the sunshine on the deck or hop into the rowboat out on the pond (or even go for a dip!) Further along the waterside, a private outdoor bath sits on the edge of the pond.

At the Mai Mai, nature is always on full display - calm, wild and everything in between. You’re well equipped to take shelter from the elements, which enhances its wild charm!

Here, the sunrises paint the sky in tender hues, and as evening settles, the night lights create truly wonderful moments you'll remember long after your stay.

FROM $395 p/n

  • Sleeps 2
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590 Washpen Rd, Windwhistle 7572

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The Mai Mai is set on the same property as the famous Washpen Falls Walk.

It is a 50-minute drive from Christchurch Airport, one hour from Christchurch City and 20 minutes from the Mt Hutt access road. It is also perfectly positioned geographically for a stopover to or from Queenstown, Tekapo, West Coast and beyond. Follow the Google Maps directions to get the address. 

You will receive a pre-arrival email with detailed arrival instructions and your host's contact details 5 days prior to your stay.

Note: If you have booked within 5 days and haven't received a pre-arrival email shortly after booking, please email us at [email protected].

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  • eating and drinking

    The Mai Mai is self-catering. Just bring your own food and drink, and cook meals using the double burner gas cooktop and Weber BBQ provided. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.

    It's a good idea to stock up on groceries before you leave home, although both Darfield and Methven (20 - 25 minutes away) do have small supermarkets. 

    If you want a break from cooking at any stage, you are spoilt for choice with a variety of dining options in Methven.

  • things to do

    Nestled at the base of the foothills, this is a place where you'll want to simply 'be.' Spend lazy afternoons playing cards, dominos, or petanque. From the outdoor bath, watch ducks glide across the pond and listen to the cows moo in the distance.

    The Washpen Falls Adventure Walk on the property is a fantastic 2-hour loop track offering majestic scenery. You’ll go through lush native bush to a volcanic canyon reserve, experience picturesque views across the Canterbury Plains and see sparkling spring-fed creeks and stunning waterfalls.

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