Washpen Falls - Black Billy Hut

Washpen Falls - Black Billy Hut

Canterbury

Black Billy Hut is set on the same high country property as the famous Washpen Falls Walk and Shepherd's Hut accommodation.

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. 

Black Billy Hut is a gorgeously rustic and charming building, beautifully crafted with native timbers and natural materials. Three rooms, each with french doors opening onto a verandah, contain a kitchen, living and bedroom space. A deluxe bathroom is undercover and set 2 metres away from the bedroom.

The hut is private, remote and surrounded by nature. It's set 500 metres above sea level, on the snowline. Expansive views take in the lush native forest, farmland and Canterbury high country. The bird song is incredible - the air filled with the sound of bellbirds, woodpigeons, fantails and tomtits. At night, the stars are brilliant. Stargaze through the skylights as you lie in bed.

A stay at Black Billy is a chance to reset and reconnect with nature and the seasons. Soak away your worries in the cedar hot tub, enjoying the mountainous views as you float. Enjoy a stroll to the spring-fed stream a short distance from the hut. Sit on the bench seat in the bush overlooking a miniature waterfall. In winter, curl up by the fire with a good book - and if you're lucky, watch the snowflakes drift down around you.

FROM $385 p/n

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  • Eating and Drinking

    Black Billy Hut is self-catering. Just bring your own food and cook meals using the equipment provided in the cabin kitchen. You'll find cutlery, crockery, pots and pans, and utensils.

    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

    Black Billy Hut is the ultimate get-away-from-it-all escape. You might decide not to leave the hut at all during your stay. With a 2-person cedar hot tub, wildlife, starry skies and a beautiful hut to cosy up in - you can just relax and rejuvenate in nature.

    The Washpen Falls Adventure Walk on the property is a 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.

    The hut is well situated to explore all the local region has to offer. Windwhistle is the gateway to the Lake Coleridge Back Country with numerous lakes, walkways, hunting and fishing, horse trekking, scenic drives, heliskiing, mountain biking, jet boating on the famous Rakaia River or playing golf at one of the popular local courses.

    Keen skiers will love the fact that the Mt Hutt Ski Field is just a 20-minute drive to the access road from the hut. A number of other ski fields are also in the region including Mt Olympus, Craigburn, Temple Basin, Porter Heights, Mt Cheeseman and Broken River. 

    You may also want to check out the Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa in Methven. Surrounded by mountains, fed by the rivers and powered by the sun, this is your latest wellness destination.

Testimonials

  • "

    What a magic setting – a true "heaven is a place on earth." The sounds of the birds all day long, and the ripple of the most gorgeous little waterfall not far away from the hut – just amazing! Very comfortable stay, with all amenities for a truly amazing glamping experience!

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    Michelle Van Oudtshoorn - 19 Nov 2024

    1 / 12

  • "

    Lovely spacious and well-designed cabin, with a beautiful deck and views. Wonderful walk on the property too.

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    Zoe Fuhr - 25 Oct 2024

    2 / 12

  • "

    We had the most beautiful stay at Black Billy Hut! The setting, the beautiful views, and the sounds of the birds were amazing. Everything was thought out so beautifully. It was the most perfect, private getaway for the weekend. We will definitely be back. Thank you.

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    Charlotte Syme - 22 Oct 2024

    3 / 12

  • "

    Beautiful slice of paradise! From the morning wake-up bird chorus to the twinkling stars over the hot tub at night, it is just divine!

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    Kim Dwyer - 09 Oct 2024

    4 / 12

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    Cosy retreat, and the perfect place to rejuvenate the soul!

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    Roz Thomas - 23 Sep 2024

    5 / 12

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    If you want tranquillity, then Black Billy Hut is for you! We arrived to the beautiful singing of the birdlife that lives there and watched them play all day. This place is truly something special and was really good for the soul.

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    Charlotte Leslie - 21 Sep 2024

    6 / 12

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    Absolutely loved our stay here. It was so tranquil, and the birdsong was amazing. The fire kept the place wonderfully toasty and warm. I highly recommend this experience.

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    Jodie O’Byrne - 14 Sep 2024

    7 / 12

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    It was an amazing place to stay with stunning scenery. It allowed us to escape from the day-to-day and fully relax.

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    Alex Harfield - 13 Sep 2024

    8 / 12

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    Beautiful cabin where you can unwind and soak in the lovely birdsong.

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    Ellie Tuzzolino-Smith - 31 Jul 2024

    9 / 12

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    Breathtaking. It's the type of place that makes you stop, remember, and appreciate how important this life is and how grateful we should be every day because tomorrow is never guaranteed. It will make you want to hug your loved ones and tell your mates that you appreciate them.

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    Mase & katie Liukuey - 24 Jul 2024

    10 / 12

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    Washpen Hut is in a gorgeous location and a well-appointed, comfy cabin. Those are good reasons to visit, and another is the incredible birdlife that you will get to hear. Mind-blowing and gorgeous.

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    Kelly Martin - 16 Jul 2024

    11 / 12

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    Highly recommend. Beautiful spot, cosy and inviting, set in the bush with the birdlife providing the musical background.

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    Tim Inglis - 09 Jul 2024

    12 / 12

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