Terrace Downs High Country Resort

A luxurious base for the ultimate ski escape, Terrace Downs Resort is within close proximity to three commercial Canterbury ski fields and four club fields. Perched on the edge of the spectacular Rakaia River, the Resort boasts stunning views up to Mt Hutt and offers a unique one-stop and year-round getaway destination - just twenty minutes from the Mt Hutt access road and within an easy hour's scenic drive of Christchurch International Airport.

Back due to popular demand and in partnership with Mt Hutt Helicopters, a Heli-Taxi service between the Resort and the car park at the Mt Hutt Ski Area is available for just $85 each way, based on full loads of 6 and is available to casual (park'n'ride) and in-house guests. See the Terrace Downs website for more detail.

Catering to guests of all ages, the resort features deluxe one-to-four bedroom accommodation, award winning cuisine and together with a selection of resort-operated leisure and adventure activities to choose from, Terrace Downs makes for an exciting and memorable all-seasons leisure, conference, team building, wedding venue and honeymoon destination. Resort activities include an 18-hole championship golf course, a Day Spa, Discovery Jet boating on the Rakaia River, on-site horse treks, clay pigeon shooting and archery range through to salmon and trout fishing off our beautiful river shores! For the truly adventurous, pristine slopes perfect for heli-skiing are just minutes away with optional on-site helicopter pick up. Join our mailing list and go in the chance to WIN a weekend escape!