Mt Potts Lodge
Remote and welcoming at the foot of the mountains. Share a hearty meal, rest easy, and wake to clear alpine air.
Stay Your Way
Whatever brings you to the high country, there’s a room for it. Warm, homely spaces that keep you close to the peaks and far from the everyday.
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Cottage
Everything you need to enjoy your stay
Underfloor heating in rooms
Home-style meals in the café
Airstrip for planes and helicopters
Breakfast and dinner by booking
Accessible room option
Private bathrooms in deluxe and cottage
Bar and restaurant on site
Paddock space for horse trekking groups
EV charging available on site
Fresh linen and towels provided
Explore Mt Potts and beyond
From Lord of the Rings landscapes to hidden lakes and back-country tracks, plenty waits just beyond the lodge. Explore as much or as little as you like, then return to a home-style meal and a warm bed.
Mt Sunday (Edoras)
Walk into a little bit of movie magic - where the hill that became Edoras in The Lord of the Rings meets open valleys and mountain views. This world-renowned attraction is just a 5 minute drive from Mt Potts Lodge.
Te Araroa Trail
A trail running the length of New Zealand, linking farmland, forest, and mountains. Join the section near Mt Potts for a taste of its epic journey.
Ashburton Lakes
A basin of lakes scattered through open country and alpine backdrops. A peaceful place to spend an hour or an afternoon by the shore.
Mt Potts/Erewhon Hut
Erewhon Hut perches at 1,750 m on the old ski field - built for ski tourers, hikers and backcountry riders. Settle into a cozy, log-burner retreat with sweeping hill-top scenery.
Hakatere Conservation Park
Wild tussock lands, beech forest, braided rivers and high-country lakes stretch between the Rakaia and Rangitata. Walk the high ridges, picnic by Lake Clearwater, or spot rare birds in the wetlands.
Woolshed Creek
An easy walk brings you to Woolshed Creek Hut, a favourite for families and first-time trampers. Discover the water caves and Emerald Pool, or explore rocky outcrops for wide views.
Methven Heli
Take flight each winter into the Arrowsmith, Ragged, and Palmer Ranges with Methven Heli’s ski and snowboard trips. Small groups and expert guides make for unforgettable powder runs.
Hassle-free Tours
Take a 4WD journey into Mt Potts with Hassle-Free Tours to visit Edoras from The Lord of the Rings. Film stories, local history, and big landscapes make this trip a favourite.
Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
Solar-warmed pools, a swim-up bar, and open views make Ōpuke a great place to unwind. Enjoy the Discovery pools, try a spa treatment, or relax in the Tranquility area.
Staveley Ice & Curling Rink
Established in 1951 and still run by locals, this natural outdoor ice rink is a rare slice of winter charm. Try your hand at skating or curling, then warm up by the fire with a hot drink.
About Mt Potts Lodge
Mt Potts Lodge sits on a high-country station in the Ashburton Lakes, once an old woolshed and now a homely lodge. We’re farmers who took it on to keep its story alive - with warm rooms and a café full of hearty food. A place to rest between adventures, and feel at home long after you’ve left
Weddings, hunting, gatherings and more at Mt Potts
Wedding in the mountains
Say ‘I do’ in the mountains at Mt Potts, a simple and relaxed setting for your wedding day. Guests can share a meal, raise a glass, and settle in for the night, all without leaving the station.
South Island hunting trips
Join Southern Hunting Adventures and experienced guides for alpine hunting on tahr, stag, chamois and more. Head out before dawn into tussock country, then return to a warm bed and home-style food.
Groups & special occasions
From ski trips and photography groups to birthdays and fundraisers, Mt Potts is a homely base to come together. With the lodge, café and accommodation all on site, everything you need is in one place.