Wake to mountain views in this modern, light-filled 2-bedroom apartment, just 5 minutes from Queenstown. Stylish and fully self-contained with a modern kitchen, plush hotel bedding, tiled bathrooms with underfloor heating, and private entry. Perfect for couples, friends, or small families who want the beauty of Queenstown with a touch more privacy and calm, close to everything, yet blissfully removed from the noise.
Tucked into the hillside beneath the main house, `Arawata on the Park`, blends comfort, style, and a serene outlook over both garden greenery and glimpses of Lake Wakatipu and Walter Peak.
It’s fully self-contained, light-filled, and finished to boutique-hotel standards with the bonus of your own private entrance and complete independence. Ideal for couples, friends, or small families, it’s a calm retreat after a day on the slopes, trails, or lake.
🔥 Why You’ll Love It:
✅ Peaceful Garden & Lake Outlook - Enjoy a softer, greener view with glimpses of blue water and peaks beyond.
✅ Ideal for Two Couples or a Small Family - Two bedrooms, each with hotel-quality Queen beds, private ensuite, and underfloor heating.
✅ Year-Round Cosiness - Heat pump, plush bedding, heated blankets and warm tile underfoot in winter.
✅ Modern, Fully Equipped Kitchen - Oven, cooktop, microwave, dishwasher, and espresso machine for easy mornings or nights in.
✅ Easy Streaming-Ready Entertainment - High-speed Wi-Fi and compatible Chromecast on ultra HD TV.
✅ Laundry Convenience - Washer/dryer, ironing and laundry essentials all in-unit.
✅ Extra Space Available - Book the neighbouring 2-bedroom apartment, chalet, or main house above for larger groups.
🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1: Imperial Queen bed, luxury linen, lake glimpses to Walter Peak, hanging wardrobe & cosy ensuite.
Bedroom 2: Imperial Queen bed, premium bedding, hanging wardrobe, same stunning views & cosy ensuite.
🚿 Bathrooms:
Modern tiled bathrooms with walk-in showers, underfloor heating, heated towel rails, and eco-friendly toiletries.
🧺 Laundry + Storage:
In-unit washer/dryer combo
Iron & board
Wardrobes in both bedrooms
Locked shed access for ski gear, bikes and gear
📍 Location & Access:
- 5-minute drive to Queenstown
- 45-min lakeside walking trail into town
- Bus stop 1 min away — $2 to CBD or airport
- On and off-street parking
- Access from the parking area to the chalet is via a gravel path with a few steps, which may be challenging for large suitcases and is not suitable for wheelchair access.
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Quiet residential neighbourhood
Please read the listing & house rules to ensure the listing meets your needs before booking.
Our accommodation is made up of four private units on the same property:
- Two Apartments, this listing is the first of the two - both lower Level: Each with 2 bedrooms and their own entrance.
- The main house is on the top level - A spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home.
- Converted Garage (Right Side): A fully self-contained studio unit.
Each unit is separately accessed and fully self-contained, so you’ll have complete privacy during your stay. Outdoor spaces and parking areas are designed to give every group their own space. You may see other guests on the pathways from time to time.
The property adjoins a quiet public park where you’ll occasionally see a few local dog walkers.
Most guests find the home very quiet, though light sleepers may occasionally hear footsteps from the upstairs house. We’ve added sound proofing as recommended by an acoustics engineer and provide white-noise machines in every bedroom for extra comfort.
💬 Before You Book
We kindly ask all guests to read the full listing details to ensure the property is a good fit for your group. If you have any questions at all, feel free to reach out we’re happy to help!
⏰ Check-In & Check-Out
Check-in is from 3:00pm onwards unless pre-arranged otherwise.
Check-out is by 10:00am.
We ask that the property is left in a tidy state. Unscheduled late check-outs or excessive mess may result in additional cleaning fees.
🚭 Smoking
All our properties are strictly non-smoking. If evidence of indoor smoking is found, a minimum $200 NZD fee will apply for deep cleaning.
🛠️ Damage, Keys & Callouts
We ask that you treat the home with care.
If any damage occurs, keys are lost, noise complaints arise, or an unnecessary callout is required due to guest actions, we reserve the right to charge $60/hr + GST for management time.
👉 Please note: Callouts required after 5:00pm or on weekends/public holidays may incur a higher fee to reflect after-hours service costs.
👥 Guest Numbers & Age Requirement
The lead guest must be 25 years or older and present during the stay. We reserve the right to ask you to cancel your booking if you do not meet the above requirements. We may request ID verification for all guests.
The total number of guests must not exceed the number confirmed in the reservation.
🐾 Pets
Pets are not permitted unless specifically stated in the listing.
🔇 Noise
To respect our neighbours, we ask for quiet time between 10:00pm and 7:00am.
Noise complaints may incur a minimum $100 NZD fee.
🎉 Parties & Gatherings
Parties, events, or large gatherings are not permitted. We appreciate your understanding in helping us maintain a peaceful environment for everyone.
🧹 During Your Stay
We appreciate guests leaving the property as they found it:
- Please don’t rearrange furniture or remove items.
- Place rubbish in the appropriate bins.
- Leave keys in the lockbox upon departure.
- All linen is professionally hired — any missing or damaged items may incur a replacement fee.
🚨 Serious Breaches
We reserve the right to cancel your stay without refund if house rules are not followed. Any illegal activity will be reported to authorities and additional management fees may apply.
🧒 Children & Safety
Please ensure all children are supervised down the garden bank.
🔒 Guest Safety & Liability
Please ensure all doors and windows are locked when leaving the property.
While we take great care to provide a safe space, we cannot be held responsible for personal loss, damage, or injury during your stay.
🌍 Force Majeure
We’re unable to accept responsibility for cancellations due to unforeseen events beyond our control (e.g., natural disasters, travel disruptions, pandemics). Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
💵 Rates & Fees
All rates are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD) and are subject to 15% GST unless otherwise stated. Additional fees may apply if house rules are not respected.
📅 Cancellations
We recommend all guests have travel insurance in place. Our cancellation policy will apply to all bookings, and we are unable to offer refunds for circumstances outside of our control.
By placing a booking with us, you agree to the above terms and house rules. Thank you for your understanding — we truly look forward to hosting you!
