Wow, this is a gem. There’s only four spots up here at MOA Hut so we felt very lucky to have booked ahead in good time. The campground is located on a secluded farm following a beautiful drive around the east side of the lake. We felt at home straight away, the hut ticks all the right boxes; cosy, warm, clean (so clean!!), impeccable view of Mount Cook (on a clear day) and very quiet. Couldn’t recommend this place any higher.

It just kept getting better. I was looking at where to stay in the area, and wanting to see mount cook, and noticed there was a campsite with a view and opposite the mountain range. Then...it only had 4 spots so it was more likely to be quiet and encourage people who really want to experience the piece of the mountains. Then...an adventure along a gravel track along a beautiful turquoise lake, no one else on the road. Then...a beautiful camping spot with a perfect view of snow capped mountains.

Only come here if you have a guarantee of good weather. You're isolated, with 30 km of gravel road to contend with. Apparently, the view is superb. But with three days of rain and clouds, we couldn't verify that :( The Wi-Fi is good when it works; a power outage left us without a connection for 24 hours. The hosts are very friendly and do their best to make your stay enjoyable. The cost is expensive at $120.

“Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for your kind comments about us. We'd just like to claritfy that the power outage you experienced was due to a national grid issue. We do have a generator on site, so all essential services were operating as normal, unfortunately the only thing affected was the Wi-Fi, which does require the main network to be functioning. As a remote high-country location, weather can be unpredictable. The road is a council maintained public road and while we do our best to make this clear before booking we understand this may not suit everyone. Sadly the weather itself is something we can't control. We appreciate your feedback”

10/10 would recommend! Beautiful view, lovely cabin, very nice owners. Perfect for anyone who wants a secluded nature experience but still want to be comfortable.

10/10! Can recommend! Lovely stay. Lovely hosts. Perfect for anyone who likes beautiful nature and a stay off the grid but still likes it comfortable.

This place is absolutely amazing. A must for all. We have been travelling for several weeks now and this is the best campsite we have visited. Incredible views and really comfy facilities.

What an incredible spot. The views are unbeatable and the facilities are great. I wish we could have stayed longer. Well worth braving the gravel road to get there.

We stayed in a self contained motorhome for one night in late March. In comparison to gravel roads in Australia, the gravel road in and out was a dream! Drive slightly faster and you won’t feel the grading so much. Worth the drive because the views are fab. Amazing little cottage with bathroom and kitchen, fireplace, great wifi. Stars are amazing too. Loved hearing the cows at night. Only thing that put me off was the fact you could pay to hunt deer on the property.

Fantastic place with everything you nide in the little cottage.

Beautiful secluded spot, definitely unique and one of our favourite places. The gravel track is navigable if bumpy in a big van but well worth it. The hut has everything you need with cooking stuff etc, 2 hot showers. Limited to 4 pitches so felt very intimate and cosy. Owners very responsive and popped over to check on us. Absolutely stunning views of Lake Pukaki, Mount Cook and next to no light pollution for beautiful views of the Milky Way. Strongly recommend!