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Architectural home at Arrow
We welcome you to come and stay in a beautiful piece of paradise! Our architecturally designed little home by award winning architect, Anna-Marie Chin is nestled against beautiful exposed schist rock in a stunning landscape. There are 3 acres of land to roam on and the views from the land are stunning! The lounge has north facing high angled windows allowing all day sun and provides stunning views of the hills beyond and the gorgeous Central Otago landscape. From the west sliding doors and the built in window seat you have stunning views of the Remarkables. The Queenstown trail is right outside your door so it is a fabulous location for walking and biking. Come and stay and see for yourself!

Mt Rosa Retreat
A brand new house in the Gibbston Valley. Enjoy stunning views of Coronet Peak and the valley, with Arrowtown less than 15 minutes drive away. Situated in the Mt Rosa vineyard it’s a perfect location for those wanting to explore the famous Gibbston Valley wineries and the surrounding Queenstown area. Quiet, rural and surrounded by mountains, Queenstown's attractions are all within a short driving distance. Cycle trails from your doorstep, its a great place to base yourself for lots of exploring.

Hawea Country Hut Beautiful mountain cabin
Take it easy at this unique country cabin. Breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and farmland. Soak in the outside bath. Close to Lake Hāwea hiking and biking trails. Boating and Cardrona and treble cone ski fields. The township of Wanaka with its many award winning restaurants and cafes is only 20km away. The cabin is warm and cozy, sunny, wood burner & heat pump. location is nestled between Grandview and Lake Hāwea station. We have no light pollution making for incredible stargazing.

The Temple Cabin (Steeple Peak) Wilderness Comfort
Outdoor Adventure Awaits! The Temple Cabins is located at The Temple, at the head of Lake Ohau right at the beginning of the Hopkins Valley. A remote area well known in the outdoors community. Situated on a classic New Zealand high country station, the cabin gives it's guests access to one of the truly remote areas of the Southern Alps. Enjoy skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and much much more, all in comfortable cabin designed to maximise the sweeping views of the remote setting

Luxurious studio in a beautiful vineyard
Boutique vineyard in the heart of Central Otago, in splendid isolation surrounded by mountain vistas. A luxuriously designed large studio in a rustic stone barn, by a tennis court and ponds. Retreat to our luxury barn studio where you can overlook the pond and river with your morning coffee. Later sit in front of the fire (seasonal), enjoying views of the vineyard and mountains, treating yourself to our wine, served in the best restaurants around the world. An authentic vineyard experience.

Luxurious • SPA, SAUNA & Cold Plunge Pool
This newly built, top-end home with radiant in-floor heating will wrap around you and make you feel warm, relaxed, and ready for everything Queenstown has to offer. Lay back and enjoy the sweeping views of the Remarkables mountain range from the balcony in the spa, living room, the master bedroom, or relax on the outdoor furniture. The saltwater spa accommodates 5 and is always ready for a soak. The property is sparkling clean and comes with 5-star quality linen, and jaw-dropping views.

Maori Point Vineyard Cottage
Maori Point cottage is nestled in our vineyard, 30km from Wanaka , with spectacular mountain views and access to the Clutha riverbank for walks or picnics. Warm in winter with underfloor heating and fireplace, the living areas include a full cook's kitchen which opens onto a verandah, lawn & native garden. The large upstairs bedroom has king bed and mountain views, downstairs bedroom has a queen bed with garden outlook. A quiet peaceful environment, and a good base for exploring.

Hillside Retreat & Woodstoked Hot Tub
This unique place has a style all its own. Come and enjoy some peace and quiet admiring the outstanding views of Mount Benger in your own wood stoked stainless steel hot tub. The hot tub will be filled with fresh water and heated on request. There are several outstanding cafes locally along with the beautiful Clutha Gold Cycle trail. The Millers Flat Tavern is open for meals Pinders Pond is a local swimming attraction. Highland Bike hire in Roxburgh has ebikes for hire.

Lake View Earth Cottage
Lake View Earth Cottage sits 134 metres above Hawea township and overlooks Lake Hāwea and surrounding mountains with world-class 180° views. The hand-crafted earth home is nestled in native New Zealand bush and has rustic wooden beams throughout. The house comprises an open-plan living and dining area and outdoor dining, with spectacular views of the lake and mountains. Located up a rural gravel road, hidden away from suburban areas, the home is bound to make you say WOW.

Henrietta's Hut
Henrietta's Hut is a delightfully whimsical, traditional styled Shepherds Hut, named after a previous owner of our Heritage Property where the wagon now resides. Henrietta, once lived at this very address and grew lavender and flowers in the garden to make soaps and lotions. Conveniently located between Queenstown & Arrowtown, this is the perfect base to retreat back too after exploring everything the adventure capital of the world has on offer. .

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 .

Wanaka WOW
Sunny warm spacious upstairs apartment with incredible mountain and lake views from the unit and its deck. Extremely quiet peaceful area, one street back from lake, 5 mins drive from town centre. 200m walk to lake for swimming and access to walking/cycling trails. Best suited to people wanting a modern , immaculate space in a prime lake location with jaw dropping view. Also suitable for families as huge 1400m section with large lawn.
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