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** 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 15,000-acre working high country sheep station, less than 2 hours from Dunedin and just under 2 1/2 hours from Queenstown.
'Nobbler's Creek' is the second glamping shed on Shortlands Station, along with sister shed, 'Manuka Views'.
Nobbler's Creek shed sits on the edge of a cliff, overlooking the creek with stunning 360-degree views of the surrounding hill country. It's fully enclosed - with large glass doors that open wide in the summer or provide welcome shelter for snug winter days and nights.
The interior is stylish, moody, and oozing with atmosphere. Both rooms - a luxurious double bedroom, and a separate living/kitchen area are perfectly positioned to maximise the views.
Outside, comfortable outdoor furniture and a cedar wood-fired hot tub are the perfect places to take in the high country vibe and stargaze
Shortlands Station is the ultimate, peaceful glamping location. 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.
FROM $310 p/n
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, Mccready Rd, Kyeburn, 9397
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 Nobblers Creek, 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 cabin.
Check in - between 3pm - 6pm (or later by arrangement)
Check out - by 10am
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 has a double 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 double monsoon headed hot water shower and a fully flushing toilet.
A cedar 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.
Nobbler Creek shed 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 cabin and no power points for device charging.
There is limited mobile reception, although better reception can be found about 50m away.
There is a woodburner in the living area of the shed.
Nobbler Creek 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!
Nobbler Creek has lots of warm bedding, a wood-burner, 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!
Nobbler Creek is strictly adults-only accommodation (no exceptions). If you're looking for a safe and family-friendly glamping site, check out some of our other Canopy Camping Escapes campsites that are super-safe and fun for kids - you can select 'child-friendly' in the search bar to easily find them.
Nobbler Creek is a strictly 'no dog' campsite (with no exceptions).
Nobbler Creek is very private and remote, although you may see the odd farm vehicle on the farm track nearby during working hours. Tucked well into the property, you'll feel like you're a million miles from anyone!
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.
No, there are no campfires allowed at Nobbler Creek.
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:
Sorry! Nobbler Creek 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.
All Year Round:
Nobbler Creek 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.
Peak season (1 December to 28 February):
The standard nightly peak rate is $350 for up to 2 people
Off-Peak season (1 March to 30 November):
The standard nightly off-peak rate is $310 for up to 2 people
NOTE: June/July/August - you must have your own 4WD ute or truck for access during these months. (SUVs or Subaru type cars are not adequate). There can be a lot of snow in and around the region at these times.
Give the gift of glamping! Gift Vouchers are available for use at any of our Canopy Camping Escapes glamping sites. These are provided in electronic format, for you to print out and pop in a greeting card for the lucky recipient. Read more about our gift vouchers, including how to purchase one, here.
1.1 If you book within 28 days of your stay, full payment via credit or debit card (VISA/Mastercard) is required at the time of booking. If you book more than 28 days prior to your stay a deposit of 10% is required to confirm your booking and secure the property. This will be charged to your credit or debit card (VISA/Mastercard) at the time of booking. A 2.5% credit or debit card (VISA/Mastercard) payment surcharge will be applied to all credit or debit card (VISA/Mastercard) payments.
1.2 Once you have made the online booking and payment, you will receive an email confirming both the payment and your booking details.
1.3 If you book more than 28 days prior to your stay, the remaining balance of your stay will be due 28 days prior to your arrival date. An email reminder will be sent to you at this time requesting payment for the outstanding balance. The reminder email gives you the option to pay the remaining balance by A2A (Internet Banking) or credit or debit card (VISA/Mastercard). If your internet banking payment has not been received within 24 - 48 hours, the remaining balance will automatically be charged to the credit or debit card (VISA/Mastercard) used at the time of booking. Please note: a 2.5% credit or debit card (VISA/Mastercard) payment surcharge is applied to all payments made by credit or debit card (VISA/Mastercard). Credit/Debit Card data is held in a secure and encrypted environment.
1.4 If you are unable to pay the balance before the stated due date, you will forfeit your deposit and your booking will be cancelled.
1.5 Bookings made online within 48 hours of arrival will not be confirmed immediately. Once the campsite has agreed that the booking can be honoured, the guest will be informed by Canopy Camping Escapes and the credit card used for the online booking will be charged the full balance of the stay. Note that there is a 2.5% credit or debit card (VISA/Mastercard) fee.
2.1 Canopy 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.
Nobbler Creek 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 away.
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 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.
Charles and Tash Crutchley are your hosts at Shortlands Station.
Relax. Unplug. Savour a unique holiday experience. A secret weekend escape. A family holiday.
Whatever the reason, let nature back in – go glamping!
