Things to do
Activities during your stay.
- Experience the clear dark night skies
- Swim in the neighbouring Manuherikia River or local pool
- Golf, tennis or take a leisurely walk along the river track
- Boutique brewery (5 mins walk)
- Dining at our local country hotels and famous restaurant
- Visit neighbouring historic St Bathans, Cambrian and Ophir
- Trout fishing in local rivers and Dams
- Explore the LOR sites at the picturesque Poolburn Dam
- 20 minutes drive to Alexandra, Clyde and wineries
- 60 minutes drive to Wanaka
- 90 minutes drive to Arrowtown and Queenstown
- Just sit back, relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings at Schist Rock
Omakau Night Skies
Experience the dark skies of Central Otago, pollution free
Blue Lake St Bathans
Lose track of time in this quaint historic town that's barely changed since the gold rush days.
Swimming
Swim in the neighboring Manuherikia River or local pool
What our previous guests have said
Thanks very much Mandy we really enjoyed our stay & felt very pampered, we will certainly highly recommend Schist Rock to our friends, thanks again.
Tony & Bronwyn
We think we'll stay here as it's so sumptuous, not proceed with the Otago Rail Trail, then arrive back in Clyde in 4 days looking worn out :)
Bob & Robyn
Lovely place to stay! New studios with a private deck and stunning views. Fabulous hosts. Super clean and a great continental breakfast. Very spacious with
Renée & Jordan