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Lake Front Luxury Apartment
The entire lower level of this luxury home, completed in 2019, offers direct lake access, a private spa, heated pool (summer only; spa year-round) and a dedicated private entry. A 5 minute stroll along the waterfront path to Hilton Hotel restaurants and bars. Central Queenstown's restaurants, bars, and shops are a 15-minute Water Taxi ride or 20-minute drive away. The shopping center and airport are just 5 minutes away. Parking for two vehicles provides direct access to the private lower level.

Marina View Premier Apartment. Gym, Pool, Hot Tub.
This Luxury Lakeside Apartment with views to die for is a must-stay in Wanaka. You won't want to leave with 3 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped modern kitchen, a large lounge & dining area with a cosy gas fire, a private balcony, and stunning lake and mountain views. 2-minute walk to town, large private lock up for ski gear, bikes etc. 1 undercover car park + 1 outside car park. Free access to hot tub, pool & gym. Laundry room in the apartment, washer + dryer. Elevator access.

Luxurious Lakefront Penthouse Apartment
This elegant penthouse apartment is simply the best of the best. Offering exquisite lake, village and mountain views, stunning architecture and very stylish furnishings. The luxurious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment has the entire length with windows and bifold doors opening to a superb heated deck. Mix your own aperitif or cocktail from the bar and enjoy the twinkling Wanaka lights in the evening. Also offering shared use of an indoor pool, gymnasium and spa, you simply won't want to leave.

Fantail-Uninterrupted Mountain & Lake View-access
This unique place has a style all its own. Located on the shore of Lake Wakatipu with uninterrupted views of Mountains & Lake. Newly built to be an oasis in paradise. This two bed, one bath has luxury and unique appeal. With well equiped kitchen & spacious living. The stair access is well worth the walk from the off street parking. With direct lake front access you’ll wont want to leave. Queenstown is a 30/40 minute flat walk away via the lake & garden track. This place wont disappoint.

QUEENSTOWN ON THE LAKE - your view
Our modern apartment is located right in central Queenstown, a 3 min flat walk to bars, restaurants, shopping & buzz, no hills to climb here! Situated on the lakefront, with jaw-dropping views of the Remarkables & activity on the lake, you have everything at your doorstep! Beach & barbecue across the road, playground 100m away & bus stops. The apartment is single level & fully equipped for a comfortable stay winter & summer. Accommodation: Queen bed PLUS a Single & Queen OR 3 Single beds

Peaceful 2 bdrm apartment 8 mins from Queenstown
Self contained 2 bedroom apartment below an alpine style family home. Modern, comfortable and beautifully peaceful with everything you need for a relaxing retreat getaway. Look out for Fantails, Tui or Kereru birds over the large garden or forest walk. Children can enjoy a playground space, sandpit and toys. Lakefront at the end of driveway with stunning walks and mountain bike trails accessible by foot. A perfect holiday location only 8 min drive to QT central along the famous Glenorchy rd.

Stargazer’s Luxury Retreat
For those who fancy a luxury escape; Stargaze the Milky Way from your own luxury outdoor bath, then come inside to a toasty warm fire. Enjoy the comfort of a king size bed with luxury linen, looking directly through to the lake and mountains beyond. In the bathroom, relax in our freestanding bath or enjoy a rain shower for two. Take in unobstructed views of the lake and mountains from your lounge room by day, and cosy up on the couch or wool beanbag for a movie at night. This is paradise.

Pure Lakefront, Corner Peak Cottage
Uninterrupted lake views await your next very special getaway. This retreat is a perfect blend of luxe and retro in an architecturally designed 1960's Cottage nestled in outstanding natural beauty. There is nothing between you and the spectacular lake view apart from some deep breaths, a wine and some down time. This is the best view in Lake Hawea! The Cottage sits at the front of the property with a fenced off and completely separate Corner Peak Studio at the back of the property.

Beach Studio, Beachfront Paradise with a view
Enjoy our beautiful upstairs private studio with unbeatable ocean views. This luxury unit comes with your own modern kitchen, sun drenched lounge, balcony & spa bath, all with ocean views. Enjoy private access to the beach, plus the stunning scenery of Te Wahiponamu, NZ's largest protected wilderness area. Beach walks, sunsets, jet boating, trout fishing, helicopter flights, hiking paths plus ocean & surf on the doorstep. Enjoy this peaceful relaxing wilderness or indulge in adventure.

The Cookhouse - Beachside Hannah’s Clearing, Haast
Welcome to "The Cookhouse". Suituated a short 20 minute drive south of Haast, Hannahs Clearing is a small township established in 1962 to house workers the Carters Sawmill. The historic Cookhouse was built to cook for workers at the Mill, which eventually closed in 1979. The house sits in amongst native plantings on the beach side of the road, with access to the beach. The home is warm, cosy and sympathetic to its era. A fabulous getaway no matter the weather, for couples & families

Shoreline Cottage
Our lakeside studio unit gives spectacular views of the majestic Remarkable mountains and uninterrupted lake views, and is just a few minutes from the Queenstown International Airport. The Studio Unit doesn't offer cooking facilities, however we are sure that the close proximity to local Cafes, Restaurants, a Boutique Brewery and Takeaways which are all within walking distance, will be to your liking. It is only a short drive to world-class Restaurants, Golf Courses, and Wineries.

Karmalure lakefront cottage.
Absolute lakefront, new Scandinavian style solid timber cottage. Stunning panoramic views encompassing mountains and lake. Self-contained with fully equipped kitchen. Situated just 15 metres from walking/cycle track and lake edge. Bus stop and water taxi service a mere 2 minute walk away. Perfect for a romantic stay, adventure in the mountains or biking on the numerous trails surrounding Queenstown. Centrally located for all food and entertainment requirements.
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