Waterfront vacation rentals in Otago

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Guest suite in Greenhills

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

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.

Apr 5 – 12

G$23,839 GYD per night

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Vacation home in Kaka Point

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews

Station Lodge With Stunning Ocean Views

Lovely peaceful gardens, a hidden gem with no neighbours. Magnificent sweeping sea views over Pacific Ocean out to Kaka Point Lighthouse. Down the driveway, across the road onto the beaches and splendid walks. 30mins walk to Lighthouse, yellow eye penguin (Hoiho) and seals & sealions colony. Spacious fully furnished rooms, large lounge, fully equiped kitchen. Day trips to all the Catlins coast top places. Relax and just forget the World! $350 per night 2 people. Extra guests $45 per night.

May 15 – 22

G$44,699 GYD per night

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Home in Dunedin

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

Secluded waterfront new-build - 5min walk to beach

Beautiful newly built two bedroom home surrounded by native trees and orchard. A stone’s throw from stunning family-friendly Brighton beach, the food forest garden slopes to the edge of Ōtokia creek where you can enjoy sunset round the firepit listening to the sound of ocean waves. Bird feeders in constant use make native bird-viewing a real treat from your creek view balcony. Surfboards & kayaks available plus beautiful local walks. Reconnect to nature in this uplifting coastal haven!

Jan 22 – 29

G$17,769 GYD per night

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Guest suite in Dunedin

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews

MacStay-Beautiful Architectural Guest Studio

Want stunning views to wake up to? a quiet and relaxing space? ...you found MacStay! Our sun filled studio (22m2) is architecturally designed & has the ‘wow’ factor. Wake up to birdsong and the ever changing harbour scene. In beautiful Macandrew Bay, on the stunning Otago Peninsula but just 15 min drive from the city and a 1km stroll to the cafe and beach on the new peninsula pathway. Your own private entrance and deck, and beautifully appointed en suite and bedroom space. Come and relax.

Jul 25 – Aug 1

G$17,550 GYD per night

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Apartment in Queenstown

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviews

Luxury 1BR Apartment right by the Lake.

Luxury apartment with stunning 180° views of the lake, fully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Perfect location only 5 min. drive or a 30-minutes walk along the lake to town and the airport. Located on the top floor, best views, high ceilings , easy access, private car park right at the door step. Perfect for skiers: Drying rack for all your gear in a secure area right in front of your door. We hope you like the place as much as we do. Feel at home, relax & enjoy!

May 10 – 17

G$33,689 GYD per night

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Home in Cromwell

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 252 reviews

Lakefront Tranquility Central Otago

Welcome to lakefront Tranquility, located in the old part of Cromwell. A modern open plan design is perfect for your holiday adventures. In Winter, the log fire is ready to roar and with a glass of Central Otago's finest. A perfect ski holiday base. In Summer watch the boats go past whilst sitting on the deck. Why would you want to be anywhere else? Your perfect all-seasons destination in heart of Central Otago. We live just down the road so can help with anything you require.

Sep 18 – 25

G$34,877 GYD per night

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Cottage in Dunedin

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

Character Harbour Retreat

Rustic, stylish, sunny filled cottage located at The Cove on the Dunedin peninsula. Breathtaking views, private and secluded only 10 minute drive to the centre of town. The perfect base for your Dunedin stay, whether you are a tourist wanting to explore the stunning Dunedin peninsula or simply looking for a weekend or weekday escape. This is this unique and tranquil getaway. This character filled seaside home is the perfect place for a couple or small family getaway.

Apr 8 – 15

G$34,579 GYD per night

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Guesthouse in Mount Pisa

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews

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 yourstay. 10 minutes drive from central Cromwell. 30 minutes drive from Wanaka and 55 minutes drive from Queenstown.

Oct 28 – Nov 4

G$35,066 GYD per night

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Home in Twizel

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Mountain View Abode - Spectacular Views In Twizel

Mountain View Abode is a spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with sweeping views of the Southern alps, on the edge of the picturesque high country town of Twizel. Set on 2 acres overlooking a private pond towards snow covered peaks, it’s also a stone's throw to the town square and shops, restaurants and cafes. Our home is situated in an exclusive position directly on the Alps to Ocean Cycle Trail, and is a perfect base for exploring Mount Cook National Park.

Mar 11 – 18

G$45,222 GYD per night

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Cottage in Ohau

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviews

The Stockman’s Cottage, Lake Ohau, NZ

Tucked away behind Lake Ohau Alpine Village & close to beautiful Lake Ohau, The Stockman’s Cottage Is an ideal holiday retreat. The cottage is a self contained one bedroom unit, ideally suited to a couple, or by prior arrangement could accommodate a young family. Surrounded by mountains and views of Ben Ohau, with private walking access to Lake Middleton, this is a perfect base to explore the Mackenzie region or to relax on the sunny deck.

Jun 5 – 12

G$28,380 GYD per night

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Guesthouse in Karitane

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviews

Coastal Soul Karitane / No Cleaning Fee

Coastal Soul came into existence when my husband living at home with Alzheimers and I felt I needed to have something else in my life as well. Our little unit/cottage where a family friend had been living became vacant and I had the perfect recipe for looking after my soul, redecorate and give the cottage a new lease in life as well as myself, unfortunately my husband has passed on but his memory will always be part of the cottage.

Jan 19 – 26

G$13,683 GYD per night

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Guesthouse in Queenstown

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 251 reviews

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.

May 28 – Jun 4

G$23,959 GYD per night