Wanaka. Queenstown and the Southern Lakes region of the South Island in New Zealand has stunning scenery at any time of the year. Along with great activities (including skiing in winter) there’s amazing food and wine options. A stay in one of these holiday vacation rentals will be the icing on the cake!
Where to stay near Wanaka and Queenstown
Release NZ offers a curated collection of luxury homes that are perfectly positioned for getting the most out of the area’s unique natural beauty, culture and cuisine.
Covering Wanaka, Queenstown and parts of Central Otago, there are dozens of accommodation options available, including private villas, lodges and estates that will suit everyone from couples and families to bigger groups.
The Release team are all locals, and along with sorting out the ideal place to stay, they can also arrange tailor-made experiences that range from heli-ski and snowboard adventures to backcountry fly-fishing, mountain biking, canyoning – and plenty of serene pursuits too.
Here’s a look at five homes near Wanaka and Queenstown from the portfolio.
# Aurum
This secluded and ultra-modern villa features uninterrupted views of Lake Wanaka that are maximised by floor-to-ceiling glass and a sun-drenched deck. There are two ensuite bedrooms and a third bedroom and bathroom, along with a media room and fully equipped designer kitchen. Minimum stay: three nights.
# Platinum Ridge
Ideal for families, groups or couples, Platinum Ridge is a striking lakeview home that’s only a five-minute drive from Wanaka’s town centre, but also has amazing mountain bike trails and lake walks on the doorstep. It features four spacious bedrooms, including a master with ensuite and private balcony.
# The Brick House
With awards for its architecture and sustainability, this home for 10 will suit groups and families looking for a peaceful retreat, or those chasing an adventure holiday of skiing, hiking and lake activities. On one side is a master suite with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite; on the other are three more bedrooms, including two bunkrooms.
# Te Pakeke
With its open-plan vibe, sleek concrete finishes and beautiful timber ceilings, this luxury couples retreat wouldn’t look out of place in New York City – only without the mountain views you can enjoy from its master bedroom and living area. The lakefront is just 100 metres away, and Wanaka a few minutes by car.
# Roys Peak Farmhouse
This architecturally-designed private villa sits on 50 acres of farmland right on the shores of Lake Wanaka. Its four bedrooms are set on a single level that opens onto a wraparound deck, with a hot tub and sauna for resting weary legs after a day of adventuring in the surrounding hills.
Black Label Retreats
Some of the most exclusive homes at Release NZ are off-market and available only on request. The Black Label Retreats collection consists of residences that are personally vetted by the Release NZ team for their architectural merit, natural setting and soul.
Find out more about vacation rentals near Wanaka at releasenz.com/black-label-retreats.
Contact Release NZ at +64 21 762 694 or stay@releasenz.com, or visit releasenz.com to find out more.
