Wanaka Haven

Wānaka Haven is a luxury lodge at 42 Halliday Road in Wānaka with eight bedrooms, seven of them en-suite, and seven bathrooms. It is let as a whole, with exclusive access for up to 16 guests.

There are two lounges with fireplaces, a chef's kitchen with a butler's pantry, an outdoor fireplace and geo-thermal underfloor heating. Manicured grounds hold a heated swimming pool, a hot tub and private gardens, and the Southern Alps and snow-capped peaks are in view.

Wheelchair and disability access is listed among the facilities. A concierge service arranges experiences such as fly fishing and guided tours.

Rated 5.0 from 32 Google reviews, all of them five stars. The lodge sleeps its guests in comfort, with a drying room, washing machine and high-speed internet.