Heartland Lodge offers luxury bed and breakfast accommodation set on 2 acres of grounds. It offers free transfers to Twizel town centre, free Wi-Fi, barbecue facilities and complimentary bicycle use. Located on a quiet country road, Heartland Lodge is 10 minutes’ drive from Lake Pukaki and the turn-off to Mount Cook, which is 45 minutes’ drive away. Timaru Airport is 2 hours away. All rooms have mountain and garden views, fans, work desks and en suite bathrooms with spa baths. Toiletries and hairdryers are provided. The self-contained apartment has a kitchen area and a private balcony. Local activities booked from the Lodge include trout fishing, Lord of the Rings tours, bird watching and hunting. The large guest lounge has a piano, modern home theatre system and library. Dinner is available at a minimum of 24 hours notice and features local produce, including salmon, lamb, beef, poultry and game. There are excellent restaurants within walking distance or 5 minutes’ drive.