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Harbour Views Plus Extras
Price includes free minibar & breakfast - fruit, yoghurt, cereal, tea, coffee. New stylish apartment with excellent views & a private entrance for easy access & privacy. Views of the harbour, mountains, ocean, estray, farmland. Built 2019 this Modern Apartment has its own Bathroom, Lounge/Dining/Kitchenette - fridge, tea & coffee making facilities, no cooking. Amazing 4 relaxing, bird, weather, stars & Southern Lights. Ferry Terminal is a 5min drive. Warm, peaceful child & pet free environment.

Luxury 1BR Apartment right by the Lake.
Luxury apartment on the lakeshore with stunning 180° views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables, equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay, offering total privacy and unparalleled views. Great location right between airport and city centre (5 min. by car) Located on the top floor, best views, high ceilings , easy access, storage area for outdoor equipment and skis, private car park right at the door step. We hope you like the place as much as we do. Feel at home, relax & enjoy!

Lake Hayes: sunny 2-bedroom apartment
Don't miss the rare opportunity to cosy up right beside iconic Lake Hayes - the most photographed lake in New Zealand. Relax in complete tranquillity with 360-degree views of the majestic Wakatipu Basin. From the western deck you will be able to see the whole of Lake Hayes from North to South. Watch the amazing sunsets while you barbeque. You will have complete privacy in your own entirely separate living quarters plus the advantage of an attached garage, a must in the colder winter months.

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.

Wanaka Horseshoe River House
Only 9kms from Wanaka, Horseshoe River House is an idyllic peaceful rural property surrounded by the river and a large reserve with incredible views of mountain ranges, including Treble Cone ski field and Cardrona Valley. Direct views of Roy’s Peak, Black Peak and Mt Iron from the living room windows. Come and enjoy this unique experience like no other in the area. Enjoy feeding the eels. Our place is not suitable for people who wish to party. Tesla charging facility available

Lakefront Luxury
Bask in the sun or stay cosy by the fire, as you watch the everchanging landscape of Lake Manapouri and the spectacular Cathedral Mountains of Fiordland from the comfort of the living room. Or get out and explore it for your yourself with the lake front a stones throw from the doorstep. Walking distance to local Café and restaurant, as well as the Doubtful Sound Ferry Terminal Enquire about our working sheep dog demonstration and farm tour, located 15 mins drive from the house.

Black's Hut - Lakefront Cottage
Black's Hut sits on the shores of Lake Te Anau with expansive uninterrupted views of Fiordland. Built in 2022 with quality fixtures and furnishings, entertainment system and hot tub. Excellent unlimited wifi. Black's Hut has been specifically set up to accommodate adults with two separate bedrooms and bathrooms. Extremely private with extensive plantings. Bike track and reserve between the cottage and lake. Just a 15 minute walk along the lakefront to shops and cafes.

Lake Hayes Escape - Queenstown - Arrowtown
Located right on the lake front of Lake Hayes this stylish alpine apartment is absolutely perfect for your stay. Incredibly warm with all day sun even in winter. Central location close to everything. Spectacular sunset views over the lake. Top cafes and restaurants nearby. Five min drive into Arrowtown and base of Coronet Peak in 10 min. Close to all ski fields. Avoid the traffic. Peaceful and quiet location. Friendly and helpful hosts who live upstairs. Simply perfect!!

Lakeside Retreat in a Vineyard By Lake Dunstan
Welcome to Lakeside Retreat! Your luxurious Central Otago experience starts here staying at our stunning cottage with simply breath-taking panoramic views over Lake Dunstan and an epic backdrop of Mt Pisa. We are conveniently located in a boutique vineyard on the shores of lake Dunstan, Cromwell. Your very own wood fired hot tub available during your stay. 10 minutes drive from central Cromwell. 30 minutes drive from Wanaka and 55 minutes drive from Queenstown.

Retreat To Pisa
Large Executive Private Suit, Ensuite Bathroom, Outdoor area, Garden. No cooking facilities inside Guest House. Microwave, toaster, electric jug, Nespresso mini,( bring your favourite pods) fridge provided for guests . Coffee , tea, herbal teas and fresh milk provided. Complimentary shampoo, and shower gel also provided. All linens and towels laundered with love and care ,with no nasty chemicals ,hung out in the natural sunlight environment to dry .

Lakehouse 4 – Parking, Fireplace, Lake Views
Lakehouse 4 – Lake Views, Parking & Fireplace Luxury split-level villa just three minutes from Queenstown’s centre, with sweeping Lake Wakatipu and Remarkables views from every level. Relax on the private balcony or sunny outdoor area with direct lake access. Features include a cosy fireplace, free parking and light-filled living — the perfect summer base for wine tours, lake adventures, biking trails, golf and Queenstown’s vibrant dining scene.

The Spruce Hus, Studio by the Lake.
Welcome to your cabin by the lake. Created by a Queenstown architect it’s warm and cosy with underfloor heating for the Winter, north facing and sunny in the courtyard for dining in Summer. It's clad with Canadian Cedar on the outside and lined with Scandinavian Spruce inside giving a lovely natural ambiance. Located in a quiet and peaceful part of sunny Kelvin Heights it's beside the lake and the Queenstown Trail.
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