** Note for bookings during June/July/August. You must have your own 4WD ute or truck to access Shortland Station (SUVs or Subaru type cars are not adequate). There can be snow on the property and in the region affecting access**
Shortlands Station is a high country sheep station at the base of the Kakanui Ranges, in the Danseys Pass corner of the Maniototo. It's less than 2 hours from Dunedin and just under 2 1/2 hours from Queenstown.
'Manuka Views' is one of two glamping 'sheds' on the property, along with sister shed, 'Nobbler Creek'. Manuka Views is set at the on the edge of a creek overlooking golden tussock hill country.
The design of Manuka Views is inspired by the classic corrugated iron farm buildings you see throughout New Zealand. It combines a stylish, covered, open-air kitchen and bathroom - with a luxurious and cosy enclosed bedroom and lounging space.
Guests will experience a stunning mountain vista, with 360-degree views of the surrounding high country. A cedar wood-fired hot tub sits in a prime position to take it all in while soaking in steaming hot, fresh mountain water. At night, the view of the night sky and stars is amazing.
Manuka Views is the ultimate, peaceful glamping retreat. Enjoy the tranquil sounds of the creek, the birds, and the unbelievable quiet - with the only interruption being the comforting sound of the odd sheep baaaing nearby.
Note: in June/July/August you MUST have your own 4WD truck or ute (SUVs or Subaru style not adequate) to access Shortland Station.
Make sure you download or print this handy info sheet with directions and host contact details prior to your journey. You may not have mobile reception at all times.
Shortlands Station is 1 hour and 45 minutes from Dunedin, just under 2 1/2 hours from Queenstown, and 4 1/2 hours from Christchurch. It is 10kms from Naseby.
The Google Maps directions to Mccready Road will take you to the entrance to Shortlands Station (marked by a large stone ‘mailbox’). To get to Shortlands Shed, DO NOT turn down Mccready Road. Carry on driving up Danseys Pass Road for 2kms. Just before the concrete bridge, turn right at the poplar trees and follow the fence line and camp signs all the way to the shed.
The shed sleeps up to 2 people in a Queen sized bed. Full linen, towels and bedding are supplied. The queen bed has a goose topper, feather duvet and is made up with 100% cotton linen. There are plenty of spare duvets and blankets.
The kitchen is an outdoor, covered space with a 4 gas-ring hob for cooking. You'll find all the pots, pans, crockery, cutlery and utensils you'll need to cook. There is bench space for food preparation and hot water for dishes. A large Chilly bin is inset in the concrete floor and a cupboard is provided for food storage.
The bathroom facilities include a fully tiled open air bathroom. A monsoon headed hot water shower has part walls for privacy and beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. There is a fully flushing toilet.
An alpine wood-fired hot tub is provided for the ultimate 'soak-with-a-view'. Fill the tub with fresh (heated) mountain water, stoke up the fire - then hop in and ENJOY.
Manuka Views is completely off-the-grid. Hot water is heated using a gas califont and cooking gas is supplied via LPG gas bottles. Solar power provides lighting and a wood-burning stove provides warmth. There is no WIFI at the shed, and no power points for device charging.
Manuka Views is open for winter stays, but bear in mind that you're booking an off-grid escape - without the usual luxuries of a fully powered home. Glamping is still a form of camping!
There is lots of warm bedding, a wood-burner in the shed, and lots of other elements to make your stay cosy and atmospheric. If you book a stay in winter, bring your sense of adventure, brush up on your fire-lighting skills, and be prepared for the elements!
Two wheel drive cars can be driven right up to the site and parked just outside the gate for easy coming and going. Good 4WD vehicles will be needed for Winter stays.
Shortlands Station is a working high country station, so for the safety of all concerned it’s very important to follow the safety guidelines and terms that you’ll find in our booking terms and in your onsite guide. These terms and guidelines include:
Visitors to the Shortland Station stay at their own risk, this is a working farm with hazards both farm related (ie. machinery and animals) and natural.
Leave gates as you find them
Animals are unpredicatable - best to avoid them
Extreme caution driving in and out of the property - driving speed limit on the property is 20km p/h
For your own safety please do not touch any farm machinery, and do not enter the farm buildings on the property.
Sorry! Manuka Views has a standard minimum stay period of two nights, with no exceptions.
The minimum booking period for long weekends such as Labour Weekend, Anniversary Weekend, etc is 3 nights. The minimum booking period for Easter is 4 nights. There are sometimes longer minimum stay periods across Christmas and New Year and these will be specified in the online availability calendar.
Manuka Views has a standard minimum stay period of 2 nights with no exceptions.
Public Holiday Weekends:
The minimum booking period for long weekends such as Labour Weekend, Anniversary Weekend, etc is 3 nights. The minimum booking period for Easter is 4 nights. There are sometimes longer minimum stay periods across Christmas and New Year and these will be specified in the online availability calendar.
Year round:
The standard nightly rate is $320 for up to 2 people
NOTE: June/July/August - you must have your own 4WD ute or truck for access during these months. ( not SUV's or Subaru type cars). There can be a lot of snow in and around the region at these times.
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2.1Canopy Camping reserves the right to cancel the booking in the event of exceptional or unforeseen circumstances. This right will only be exercised in good faith and in exceptional circumstances such as:
(a) Extreme weather conditions that mean accessing or staying may pose a safety risk for the guest;
(b) Any alteration to the host property which may pose a safety risk for the guest;
(c) Unexpected damage or destruction of the site;
(d) A death in the host families.
Canopy Camping’s liability will be limited to refund of booking cost and under no circumstances shall extend to any other incidental or other costs incurred by the client. In the unlikely event that Canopy Camping must exercise this option it will use its best endeavours to offer either a full refund, or to alter the booking to another date, or site at no additional cost or penalty.
2.2 Your 10% deposit (or 10% of the value of your stay) is non-refundable, however it can be transferred to another booking made within a 12 month period, if your stay is cancelled more than 21 days prior to your arrival.
2.3 Cancellation or date changes by you within 4-21 days of your arrival date will result in 50% of the total cost of your stay being charged. Cancellation or date changes within 3 days of your arrival date will result in 100% of the total cost of your stay being charged.
2.4 Date changes made more than 21 days prior to your original arrival date are allowed without penalty.
3.1 Accommodation is often situated on working farms and there are hazards both natural and man-made. You accept that you enter the property at your own risk to participate in a glamping holiday.
3.2 Participation in activities such as, outdoor baths, climbing trees, walking on the property and any other activity on the property is the responsibility of the Guest and is done so at their own risk.
3.3 Canopy Camping Escapes accept no liability for accident, loss of property or personal injury whilst on your stay.
No pets are allowed unless otherwise specified on the website listing. Most accommodation is situated on working farms and therefore are not suitable for visiting pets.
GST of 15% (where the accommodation is GST-registered) is included in the daily per night cost. A tax receipt will be supplied by Canopy Camping Escapes if requested.
6.1 Guests have the right to occupy the Property for the paid holiday period only.
6.2 Guests are required to observe the rules and familiarise themselves with the procedures contained in the information folder provided in the accommodation.
6.3 Guests shall take all reasonable and proper care of the property and its furniture, fittings and effects in or on the property and leave them in the same state of repair, condition, cleanliness and tidiness as at the commencement of the rental period.
6.4 Guests are required to inform the owner of any damage or breakage in or around the property promptly so that it can be repaired and replaced for the next guests. Guests are bound to reimburse the owners for replacement or repair.
6.5 Where the property has not been left in the same state of condition, cleanliness and tidiness as at the commencement of the rental period, the guest will be required to pay an additional cleaning cost of $100.
6.6 Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.
6.7 Guests undertake to behave in a proper, appropriate and legal manner with due respect to the Owner, the Property and other guests and their property. If any guest behaves inappropriately or improperly (of which the Owner will be the final judge on their Property), or illegally, the Owner reserves the right to ask the guest and their party (at their discretion) to leave the Property before the end of the holiday period. Any refund for so doing will be at the entire discretion of the Owner in consultation with Canopy Camping Escapes.
The person who completes the Booking Form certifies that: he or she is authorised to agree the Booking Conditions on behalf of all persons included in the Booking Form, including those substituted or added at a later date; the signatory is over eighteen years of age; they agree to take responsibility for the party occupying the Property, and to notify Canopy Camping Escapes if they are not a member of the holiday party.
Eating and Drinking
Manuka View is self-catering. Just bring your own food, and cook meals using the facilities provided in your covered, outdoor kitchen. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need. Read more about the kitchen facilities under 'Essentials'.
If you want a break from cooking at any stage, Naseby is just 10kms away and has several cafes and restaurants to choose from.
A supermarket for stocking up on supplies can be found at Ranfurly, 24kms from Shortlands Station.
Things To Do
Rejuvenate on the property with a soak in the fresh mountain water in the wood-fired cedar hot tub. Enjoy the high country scenery and peaceful surrounds.
Explore the property on foot. Climb the surrounding hills and take in the amazing high country views (although note that walking on the property may be more restricted in lambing season - Oct/Nov). Discover the historic gold tailings and try your hand at gold panning down at the creek.
Bring your mountain bikes! The Naseby area is renowned for its mountain biking tracks and Shortlands Station is only a 20 min drive to the famous Central Otago Rail Trail.
Naseby itself is just 10km away. You'll find cafes and restaurants along with some fun and novel activities. Give 'curling' or ice skating a go - or get the adrenaline pumping with a go on the Southern Hemisphere's only ice luge.
Your Hosts
Charles and Tash Crutchley are your hosts at Shortlands Station.
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The setting was fabulous and the attention to detail was evident. Quality furnishings and the bed and bed linen were luxurious. Beautiful hand and body wash with matching fragrance hand creams, a top class amenity. The candles gave a wonderful ambience. It was absolutely superb!
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- 16 May 2022
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Awesome place, absolutely loved our stay. The views and the peace and quiet were amazing. We had such beautiful stars like I've never seen before. We will definitely be back, thank you so much.
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- 09 Mar 2022
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Luxurious and fabulous off-grid experience. Can't recommend highly enough, will definitely be back!
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- 24 Feb 2022
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This place is incredible, it was so hard to leave. We honestly enjoyed every minute of being here and Tash was an incredible host. Cannot recommend this place enough!
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- 08 Feb 2022
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Who thought staying in a barn could be so relaxing and enjoyable? Loved it.
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- 30 Nov 2021
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We absolutely loved our stay at Manuka Views - it was just what we needed to recharge our batteries and refresh our souls after a very difficult year. It felt like we were miles away from anywhere, and in our own little private paradise. We've already booked again and can't wait to come back. Tash and Charles are lovely, and we feel so grateful for them sharing their beautiful slice of paradise with us.
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- 16 Nov 2021
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Peace and quiet with just ourselves and the birds for company. This place is cosy and delightful. Fire pit BBQ and Hot Tub made it extra special!
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- 12 Oct 2021
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Nice and quiet, everything you need for a relaxing weekend.
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- 30 Sep 2021
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We loved every minute on Manuka View at Shortlands Station. The views are breathtaking and you never get tired of them. It is so quiet and tranquil, the perfect place to read, chill, recharge and walk. We loved having no electricity, going to bed early and waking up early. Stoking the fire made it cosy and warm. The best place to forget everything and remembering again what is really important in your life.
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Jens Foerstmann - 13 Mar 2021
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Our stay felt very special: wonderful landscape, loved star-gazing from the hot tub, no-one in sight, just some friendly sheep. The place is cleverly designed to maximise indoor outdoor living.
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Naomi Wheeler - 12 Mar 2021
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Loved the comfort things away from home that added to the whole experience. The robes, turkish cotton towels, candles, hot tub, just to name a few. Just loved it! Thanks Tash :)
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Peggy And Nigel Bradley - 03 Feb 2021
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Incredible spot set in paradise, what a fantastic set up... even the towniest of towny’s will be happy with the luxury set up situated in New Zealand’s incredible back country.
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